City stopovers

Singapore

You are in the middle of Marina Bay, with babysitting on call and a kids' pool. For one or two nights when the city is the point.

Singapore

Colonial architecture and 115 suites with high ceilings and period detail, in the heart of the city. A night here is its own outing.

Singapore

Reliable for a short stay.

Singapore

On Orchard Road, so you walk out into the shopping and walk back. Straightforward for one or two nights.

Singapore

A ten-minute walk to Orchard Road and ION Orchard, with five restaurants downstairs. For the stopover where you do not want to move the car.

Singapore

On Marina Bay, in a restored setting, close to everything you came for. My pick when the layover is short.

Singapore

A heritage building on the Marina Bay waterfront with a rooftop pool. Children eat free at breakfast, which helps on a one-night stop.

Dubai

Connected directly to the Dubai Mall, which is the whole argument for it on a short stay. You will not need a taxi once.

Dubai

Downtown Dubai, close to the fountain and the mall, with valet and a concierge who sorts things quickly. One night, done well.

Dubai

Heart of Downtown with city views and an indoor play area for children. Good for a stopover that has a nine-year-old attached.

Dubai

In DIFC, so you are in the business district and near the restaurants. Quiet rooms for a one-night turnaround.