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Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, PenangvsG Hotel Kelawai
Both hotels are endorsed by experts. On balance, Shangri-La's Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa ranks significantly higher than G Hotel Kelawai. Shangri-La's Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa comes in at #5 in Penang with positive reviews from 3 sources like Condé Nast Traveler, Oyster and Lonely Planet.
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Oyster
Condé Nast Traveler
Time Out Time Out
Lonely Planet
Batu Feringgi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island 11100, Malaysia
From $97/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
OysterLuxury
"Caters to adults looking for all the trappings of a beachfront resort, but in a more refined environment that makes serious attempts to corral small children and gym shorts in designated areas." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler96.4
"The ideal destination for those looking for some semblance of luxurious isolation, but with all the conveniences of a large resort. Rooms are separated into two areas." Full review
Time Out "While a hotel bakery is hardly a common go-to among the town's housewives, this place serves excellent gourmet breads from dark rye to French village bread, all within affordable price range." Full review
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If you have a house guest to impress, you can source some gourmet breads here.
Time Out "As a high-end beach resort in Penang, Rasa Sayang is still unmatched." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Spread across 30 acres, its beachside grounds shaded by historic raintrees, the Rasa Sayang is Batu Ferringhi's top resort." Full review
G Hotel Kelawai Oyster Time Out Lonely Planet
2, Persiaran Maktab, George Town, Penang Island 10250, Malaysia
From $102/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
OysterUpscale
"The four-pearl G Hotel Kelawai is a modern, swish property located between two shopping malls and a 10-minute drive from the city’s heritage center." Full review
Time Out "This second G Hotel in Penang has 208 rooms with innovative design and modern furniture." Full review
Lonely Planet "The hipper sibling of the nearby G Hotel Gurney, this place is particularly popular with local visitors over the weekends, so book ahead if you wish to check in then." Full review
