Shangri-La Golden Sands, PenangvsShangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Both properties are endorsed by travel writers. Overall, Shangri-La's Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa ranks significantly higher than Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La. Shangri-La's Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa comes in at 85 with endorsements from 3 reviewers including Oyster, Condé Nast Traveler and Lonely Planet.
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
Batu Feringgi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island 11100, Malaysia
From $54/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Oyster
Upscale
"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
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Batu Feringgi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island 11100, Malaysia
From $97/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Oyster
Luxury
"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 Traveler
96.4
"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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Time Out
"As a high-end beach resort in Penang, Rasa Sayang is still unmatched." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Spread across 30 acres, its beachside grounds shaded by historic raintrees, the Rasa Sayang is Batu Ferringhi's top resort." Full review