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Great World transforms from serviced apartments to refined residences

Samantha Chiew
Samantha Chiew • 3 min read
The dining and living area of the two-bedroom unit. Photo: Great World Residences

Great World Residences has just unveiled a fresh new identity after over 25 years in its former life as Great World Serviced Apartments. The rebrand is subtle but significant, representing a shift that reflects its evolved sense of self: refined, welcoming and designed for how people want to live today. The tagline says it best: “Discover your world within ours”.

And for two quietly luxurious days, we find ourselves doing exactly that.

Master bedroom

Arriving late on a Friday afternoon, we’re struck by how calm everything feels despite its central location. After a swift check-in, we head to our accommodations for the weekend, a two-bedroom unit that could easily pass for a sleek urban home.

Every detail has been thought through: The full-sized kitchen comes with a Nespresso machine, dishwasher and cooking appliances; the living area is plush without being over-designed; and the bathroom has both a soaking tub and a standing shower, stocked with full amenities. There’s even a laundry area discreetly tucked behind the kitchen, something you likely wouldn’t appreciate until you need it.

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Lounge with Starbucks self-serve kiosk

We then head to the lounge, a chic, co-working-inspired space complete with workstations, private meeting rooms and even a Starbucks self-serve kiosk. We ended up staying here longer than initially intended, catching up on some work over a latte before drifting poolside for some sun.

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For a city residence, the facilities here are surprisingly extensive. There is a 24-hour gym, steam room, tennis and basketball courts, and a jacuzzi. A new pickleball court has also just opened, which feels perfectly on-trend. For families, there are indoor and outdoor play zones for kids. Throughout these spaces, there are touches for every type of traveller — pet lovers, business travellers, parents with toddlers, and even long-term guests who just want a quieter pace.

Time to relax by the pool

The property is directly connected to Great World Mall and a three-minute sheltered walk to Great World MRT Station. Despite this unbeatable access, the residence itself never feels busy or impersonal, giving a sense of being tucked away or cocooned in the best possible way.

By the time we check out, we feel genuinely rested and ready to recommend the place to our overseas friends planning to visit Singapore. In all, Great World Residences offers a rare sense of ease and peace, the kind that makes even a short escape feel like coming home. Not bad for what was supposed to be a simple weekend getaway.

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