Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La (Penang/Batu Ferringhi) - 2016 Hotel Reviews

Highlights

Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )
Pool
Restaurant
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Room Service
Free Parking
Beachfront
Bar/Lounge
Free Breakfast

About the property

Beachfront
Wheelchair access

Things to do

Pool
Restaurant
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar/Lounge
Tennis Court

Room types

Suites
Non-Smoking Rooms
Family Rooms
Smoking rooms available

In your room

Air Conditioning
Minibar

Internet

Free Internet
Free High Speed Internet ( WiFi )

Services

Room Service
Free Parking
Business Center with Internet Access
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Free Breakfast
Shuttle Bus Service
Airport Transportation
Dry Cleaning
Meeting Rooms
Laundry Service
Concierge
Banquet Room
Multilingual Staff
Self-Serve Laundry
Conference Facilities
Babysitting
Breakfast Available

Official Description (provided by the hotel)

The Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La first commenced operations in October 1979. It has won numerous awards and recognition as a family- and kids-friendly resort. As such, it enjoys the reputation as the preferred resort among families on holiday. This 4-star resort on Batu Feringgi Beach is filled with facilities for dining, leisure and recreation that will surely keep any multi-generational family happily occupied. Adventure Zone, Shangri-La's unique family entertainment center With 387 guestrooms and suites that boast views of either the verdant hills or azure sea, the hotel caters to the needs of individuals, groups and families. Some room types even feature Murphy pull-down beds and connecting doors. Childcare services are available, allowing adults on holiday with their family to enjoy some private time away from their children. At the Kids' Club, which is based in the Adventure Zone's dry play park, children are kept entertained from morning until evening and provided with regular meals and break times. The Adventure Zone is the biggest indoor play park in Penang, offering a myriad of play structures, activity rooms and entertainment options. Here, children can enjoy video screenings and visits from the resort's mascots. At our mini water park, children and toddlers can interact safely, playing on the splash pad, which has a safe floor surface and includes many water features, such as showers and tipping buckets. In addition, they will enjoy racing down the water slides. Holidaymakers can stroll around the resort grounds, which feature extensive manicured gardens and landscaped open spaces. Guests can also enjoy sunbathing and lounging by the pool and in the garden area. The Cool Lounge serves as a transit area for incoming and outgoing guests, and is a cool space where guests may read, surf the Net and enjoy sandwiches and pastries alongside coffee, tea and fruit juice. At Garden Café and Sigi's Bar & Grill by the Beach, children below 12 years old that are accompanied by one paying adult can eat for free. In addition, an outdoor Jacuzzi in the garden and two swimming pools with water slides are available. The resort also boasts a par-3 golf course for those that enjoy golf. Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La well-equipped gymnasium awaits fitness enthusiasts. For those who wish to spend their time productively while on holiday, there are many daily activities, such as workout classes, cooking classes, craft making courses and visits to the George Town World Heritage Zone (by complimentary shuttle). The popular Batu Feringgi Night Bazaar beckons those who enjoy a stroll after dinner. Here, great bargains on apparel, novelty items, souvenirs and art can be found. ... more

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Additional Information about Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La

Address: Batu Feringgi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island 11100, Malaysia (Formerly Shangri-la's Golden Sands Resort)

Location: Malaysia > Penang > Penang Island > Batu Ferringhi

Price Range: $100 - $187 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)

Hotel Class:4 star — Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La 4*

Number of rooms: 387

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Also Known As:: Golden Sands Resort By Shangri-La Hotel Batu Ferringhi; Golden Sands Batu Ferringhi; Golden Sands Resort By Shangri-La Penang/Batu Ferringhi

Hotel Style:

#3 Business Hotel in Batu Ferringhi

#5 Romantic Hotel in Batu Ferringhi

#5 Family Hotel in Batu Ferringhi

#6 On the Beach Hotel in Batu Ferringhi

#6 Luxury Hotel in Batu Ferringhi

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Liz O

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13 reviews

5 hotel reviews

4 helpful votes

“Biddiebear ”

Reviewed yesterday NEW via mobile

Arrived on Saturday 24th of September. After queuing at reception for quite some time we were eventually booked in and told right away that our room was not ready. We coukd see they were struggling so excepted this at first. We decided to have some lunch after speaking to one of the team who helped us do this. An hour... More

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Rob E

4 reviews

“Excellent ”

This hotel has been nothing short of excellent, all the staff are an asset to the smooth running of the hotel. Nothing is to much trouble and I'm sorry that I cannot name every member of staff, but everyone is an integral part. The cleanliness I is superb and the facilities too. Leaving today and sad to be going, but... More

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mohamedfana1

Melbourne, Australia

1 review

1 helpful vote

“Friendly well coming &Exellent service.”

Reviewed yesterday NEW

Starting from the air port in Penang on arrival very well coming with big smile ,driver has a lot of knowledge about the history of the island. Then at the hotel reception Exellent sservice. As well as the very friendly treatment of staff ,waiters & room attendent people. They did a good job to me.

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Sian W

2 reviews

“Sian”

Reviewed 2 days ago NEW via mobile

Good location on the beach but very busy road at the front. Inside the hotel is dated & in need of renovation. Nice pool but bar prices steep. Easy access to Georgetown as the bus stop is in front of the hotel. Hotel also offers free shuttle into town.

Thank Sian W

Dear Sian W, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us, which gives us the opportunity to continually improve our service standards and enhance our guests' experience. We are sorry to hear that certain aspects of your stay were disappointing. Your comments have been addressed with our team who strive to ensure that our guests enjoy positive and memorable resort... More

Marty W

Western Australia, Australia

37 reviews

9 hotel reviews

2 helpful votes

“Beautiful Resort”

Reviewed 2 days ago NEW

Really nice beach-side resort with amazing pool, great cocktails and friendly staff. Didn't stay here overnight but our hotel, Jen, had a free shuttle to the hotel so we thought we'd check it out and get food in Batu Ferringhi.

2 Thank Marty W

Dear Marty W, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. It was indeed a pleasure to have been of service to you and we look forward to welcoming you back to the resort in the near future. Best regards Suleiman Tunku Abdul Rahman Director of Communications More

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“trip to penang”

Reviewed 4 days ago NEW

great overall experience, just having problem with internet connection. food variety for breakfast is good, but the quality is just ok. perhaps to add more tasty local food. the pool was great, & even great for children.

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Dear Guest, Thank you for choosing to stay with us during your visit to Penang. We have taken note of your comments and your experience at Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La. We would like to thank you for your feedback as it is only through guests' feedback that we are able to improve and provide the very best for our... More

atsui w

“Arrival”

Reviewed 4 days ago NEW via mobile

Just arrived at this hotel, all looks good on arrival, room looks nice and clean at first glance til closer inspection. Cushions on the bed have stains on them, bedding was crumpled and smelled musty. Wallpaper is covered with random dirt and stains. Not what you expect from a hotel of its star rating. Rooms could definitely do with updating... More

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1 Thank atsui w

Dear atsui w, Thank you for choosing stay with us and thank you for taking the time review our resort. We have taken note of your comments and your experience at Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La. We would like to thank you for your feedback as it is only through guests' feedback that we are able to improve and provide... More

CLindholiday

“Relaxing stay”

Had a lovely stay, staff were attentative, friendly and happy to help. Rooms were clean and had plenty of space with no problems for extra sheet or towels. Lovely gardens and plenty of choice on where to sit around the pool area.

2 Thank CLindholiday

Dear CLindholiday, Thank you for choosing to stay with us and thank you for your fabulous "Relaxing stay" review of our resort. We are happy to hear that you had a lovely stay, happy with our services and facilities. It was indeed a pleasure to have been of service to you and we look forward to welcoming you back to... More

Kathy B

23 reviews

5 helpful votes

“Strategically located at the heart of Batu Ferringghi”

Reviewed 5 days ago NEW via mobile

The hotel is clean and spacious, comfortable for small family. Its strategically located at the heart of batu Ferringghi where the night market and restaurants is just walking distance from the hotel. No wonder it's fully packed during weekends! Variety choices of activity alongside the beach, for kids and adults.

2 Thank Kathy B

Dear Kathy B, Thank you very much for your positive review on Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La. We appreciated much! It was indeed a pleasure to have been of service to you and we look forward to welcoming you back to the resort in the near future. Best regards Suleiman Tunku Abdul Rahman Director of Communications More

Amir A

“Honeymoon”

Reviewed 5 days ago NEW

Great experience for us staying at this hotel for 3 day for relaxing and enjoying our self . Good facilities provided for hotel resident.we staying at sea-view cabin give us partial sea view but, it can feel there breeze wind of sea.. Having candle light diner at sigi restaurant and bar give us worth it experience offer by the staff.... More

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Dear Amir A, Thank you for choosing to stay with us and thank you for your kind review of our resort. We are happy to hear that you had a great stay with us. Your comments are indeed valuable for us to improve on our services to better serve our guests. We have taken note on your feedback which have... More

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