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Shangri-La Golden Sands, PenangvsMacalister Mansion
Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La and Macalister Mansion are both endorsed by expert reviewers. On balance, Macalister Mansion is the choice of most professionals compared to Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La. Macalister Mansion is ranked #8 in Penang with accolades from 4 publications like Oyster, Condé Nast Traveler and Time Out.
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Batu Feringgi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island 11100, Malaysia
From $54/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
OysterUpscale
"Right on the beach, the 387-room Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La is a sprawling, upscale family-friendly property with indoor and outdoor entertainment for children of all ages." Full review
Lonely Planet "Rooms move into the modern age and are spacious with marble bathrooms." Full review
Macalister Mansion
Condé Nast Traveler Oyster
Time Out Lonely Planet
228 Macalister Road, Georgetown, Penang Island 10400, Malaysia
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler "A colonial-era mansion turned eight-room hotel in buzzy George Town." Full review
OysterUpscale
"With its grand white exterior and stunning designer interiors, the four-pearl Macalister Mansion is a special merger of Penang's British Colonial legacy with a luxury lifestyle experience." Full review
Time Out "Located just outside the heritage zone, Macalister Mansion stands out in its white splendour. As you enter the driveway you can imagine how the original owners must have lived. " Full review
Lonely Planet "One of George Town's more distinctive boutique hotels, Macalister Mansion offers 8 elegantly designed rooms in a lovely old house that's been given a slick contemporary makeover." Full review
