My wife and I have just returned from staying at the Swissotel Merchant Court as part of a trip to Singapore & Bali.
We used trip advisor lots beforehand to decide where to stay and so I felt it only right to help by giving our views here also.
To start with Singapore is fantastic, clean, safe and welcoming. The people are very friendly ( and helpful on the subway when you want to be sure you are traveling in the right direction - we had 3 people come up to us to offer to help ) however don’t go there and expect it to be cheap because it’s certainly not, particularly alcohol.
The hotel staff were friendly and efficient, we were there for an anniversary / birthday celebration trip and everyone we came into contact with knew about it, from check in staff to the porter and the house keeper who delivered the birthday cake.
The hotel is well located near Clarke Quay which is alive after dark and with plenty of bars and restaurants nearby and within walking distance ( or one subway station) to China town. Marina Bay Area is no more than 20 mins by train.
The hotel has a nice swimming pool and towels are available for all to use.
Whilst you are in Singapore you must visit the “Gardens by the Bay” and stay for the evening light show - it’s like being on the set of Avatar.
All in all a unique place to visit and worth the long flight and I would recommend this hotel based on our experience.