Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

Property class: 4

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A wooden deck with outdoor seating, a thatched-roof gazebo, and palm trees.
An outdoor bar area with a tropical theme, including palm trees and potted plants.
A hotel with multiple floors, outdoor seating areas, and a pool.
A resort with a large building, a swimming pool, and a beach area.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a chandelier, and a reception desk. There are two sofas with cushions and a small table in the center.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $117
$106 nightly
$117 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28

Explore the area

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Jalan Batu Feringgi, George Town, Penang, 11100
  • Place, Eden Parade Shopping Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Ferringgi Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Batu Feringghi Night Market
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Executive Room, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sea view
  • 771 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Superior king Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

George Town

With a stay at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang in George Town, you'll be 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Ferringgi Beach and 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Tropical Spice Garden. .This family-friendly resort is within the vicinity of ESCAPE Adventureplay and Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm.

What's nearby

  • Eden Parade Shopping Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ferringgi Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Batu Feringghi Night Market - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Yahong Art Gallery - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Moonlight Bay - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 55 min drive
  • Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sigi's Bar & Grill on The Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪La Sands - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Garden Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Power-Up - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang offers 387 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and safes. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

This George Town resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Guests can play rounds at the 9-hole golf course and enjoy the facilities at the waterpark with waterslides. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include outdoor tennis courts and a health club.

Children under 4 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 387 guestrooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Practice your swing on the golf course or dip into one of the 2 outdoor pools. Additional features at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the resort's 24-hour room service. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and limo/town car service. Event facilities at this resort consist of a conference center and 5 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.
Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang has a restaurant on site.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: MYR 84 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 9-hole golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park
  • Golf lessons
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • Tennis lessons
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (71 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 7 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1980
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Lifeguards

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests who book breakfast-inclusive rate plans will receive breakfast for guests age 12 and older.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 150 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 3.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately MYR 84 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 150 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The listed child breakfast fee applies to guests age 11 and younger.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Children under 4 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Golden Sands Resort Shangri-La
Golden Sands Resort Shangri-La Penang George Town
Golden Sands Shangri-La
Golden Sands Shangri-La Penang George Town
Golden Sands Batu Ferringhi
Golden Sands Resort By Shangri-La Hotel Batu Ferringhi
Golden Sands Resort By Shangri-La Penang/Batu Ferringhi
Golden Sands Resort by Shangri La
Shangri Golden Sands, Penang
Shangri La Golden Sands Penang
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang Resort
Golden Sands Resort by Shangri La Penang
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang George Town
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang Resort George Town

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 421 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 339 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1001 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Manal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay Great food Helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chong Hock

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility is very comprehensive, great for family retreat with pool, beach and gym ~ The location is perfect if you would like walk around to visit the night market : ) Definitely would recommend this hotel : )
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place always wanting to help you out all staff were wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Khader Ali Akbar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and better hospitality
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Franz

Child friendly hotel. Family had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liang Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ka Ku Frankie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is excellent, they are courteous and helpful despite being super busy, and the Adventure Zone is perfect for family with children 10 or below. My daughter loved the handicrafts and the snake show!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bevan

Liked: Cleanliness
The breakfast buffet was a lovely surprise. It was extensive and offered a wide variety of international food.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jynan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing from Beginning to end , staff & service amazing definitely will stay again 👍👍
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly. Lots of pools, shame about the beech
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Beng choo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean but very dated. The hotel is centrally located and within walking to local eateries and the night market. This is good as everything inside the hotel is very overpriced. I Breakfast was ok but not worth the money if not included in the room for free. The beach is eroded which is a shame. The pool so very nice. I previously stayed at the Hard Rock and found that to be better value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, the staff very courteous, nice deck chairs to enjoy the sea breeze and sounds of the ocean. Only short coming was the missing beach and ability to swim in the sea .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

??

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hayder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place for family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sinead

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very busy, floor Staff a bit chaotic and the place was dirty. The young staff at Sigi’s were just wonderful, friendly, so pleasant and accomodating but the older staff a bit rude-disappointing to see. Security on grounds were lovely as were the guys in Lobby.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mohd Asraf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very family friendly and the staff was amazing. Also had a gluten free breakfast area and some good options for dinner, including gluten free pasta! There is almost zero beach access now though. We were disappointed by that.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Shona

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had high hopes when we arrived at Shangri-la Golden Sands and the staff were nothing but polite, pleasant and helpful throughout our stay. However, we quickly noticed that our bathrooms weren’t the cleanest - there strands of hair everywhere and a slight smell of sewer. There were plumbing issues - which the hotel fixed upon request. The dinner buffet was very mediocre and somewhat disappointing- only because I associated Shangri-la with better buffet food.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our welcome, check in, room and staff were excellent. The hotels pools, Adventure Zone and buffet breakfast was amazing. The outer hallways were a little worn down. The hallway on the 4th floor smelled like vomit or rotten milk was spilled on the carpet. The staff worked tirelessly to clean it up but the smell was still there. Towards the end of the trip water was leaking from the ceiling and a bucket was put on the ground in the hallway. It just needs some updating. However our room was fine. Nice cold air conditioning and clean. Wonderful ocean view balcony. Despite the small things I'd definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wasim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, amenities were available, had some minor issues in our room and addressed immediately. Room service was also very responsive and available at all hours
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Imran

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are filthy and the entire resort is very old and tired. If you're coming to this part of penang, id recommend Park Royal. Avoid this place if your budget allows.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Yi Chieh

Pool is g
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

NG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel caters to families with young chidren. As such the staff does more like cotton candy, carolling on Christmas, giving complimentary cake to each room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall very nice experience staying here
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024