Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

4.0 star property

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Outdoor dining
Lobby
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Water park
Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June

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
(12 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Room, 2 Single Beds, Sea View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sea view
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior king Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

George Town

A family-friendly stay in George Town awaits you at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang. You'll be 0.2 km (0.1 mi) from Ferringgi Beach and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Tropical Spice Garden. Highlights at this resort include 2 outdoor swimming pools, a golf course and a free water park. .The resort's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the 2 outdoor tennis courts, free kids' club and gym plus access to ecotours. Business travelers can take advantage of 5 meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and a snack bar/deli. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places in the area of this 4-property class Batu Ferringhi resort include ESCAPE Adventureplay and Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm.

What's nearby

  • Eden Parade Shopping Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ferringgi Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Batu Feringghi Night Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Yahong Art Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Miami Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Power-Up - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sigi's Bar & Grill on The Beach - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Boost Juice Bars @Holiday Inn Resort Penang - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pilot Stall Ferringgi Street - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

As a guest of Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang, you'll find a golf course, a complimentary water park, and 2 outdoor swimming pools. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre, 5 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. A children's pool, a health club, and a library are also featured at the family-friendly Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang. You'll have access to the outdoor pool and health club at a partner property. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star George Town resort.

  • 387 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 1980
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang offers 387 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and a safe. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and bidets.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini golf
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • 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 centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

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 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift (180 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • 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 cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 150 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child aged 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang?

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang?

As of 6 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang on 28 June 2026 start from AU$174, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang?

Yep, Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang?

Yep, Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang is a short 3-minute walk from Ferringgi Beach.

Does Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang have a pool?

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang has 2 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

Does Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

Is Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club and a children's pool, as well as childcare services and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang is a hit with families.

Does Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang?

No, Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang?

Yep, Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang has a 9-hole golf course. Golf lessons and mini golf are also available.

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 421 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 342 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1003 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Mohd Asraf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

??

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

8/10 Good

Yi Chieh

Pool is g
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hayder

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place for family
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Arielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you have kids, this is where it’s at! There is a kids club 10-13.00 (chargeable at 30 MYR for 2 hours) and 14.00-18.00 (free), both of which have great activities - in the morning, there is a large soft play zone with giant slides, video games etc and in the afternoon, they do activities like cooking class, golf, flying kites, etc. Plus you have all the pools, splash area and beach water sports. The staff were warm, professional and keeping with the strong Shangri-La brand ! We would come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

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

6/10 Okay

Siew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room small for two let alone 3 persons. Very noisy hotel. Buffet average. Hot plates for cold food.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

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

10/10 Excellent

Siew Hon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
still good service though sad about the soil erosion of the beach
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madalina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great staff, definitely worth getting a room with a view of the pool/sea. Close to hawker market for food options. Need to take bus to go into George Town however, but bus stop is right outside the hotel so pretty convenient.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice balcony to sit out overlooking pools and sea, staff very welcoming and friendly. Grounds are spotless and very well kept. Pool towels everyday. Comfy sun loungers. Good restaurants nearby. Comfy beds, easy to sleep, good sized bathroom, lovely stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela LaVette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location. Property is very clean and nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

8/10 Good

Johnny

The staff were friendly and their food was great. Overall a great experience but the hotel has seen its better days and needs some update.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shankar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't have their breakfast. We did get a room overlooking the beach and pool
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

han hui

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room is old, sound block is very poor that can hear clearly the room next to it. and breakfast is not tasty for 5star hotel consideration. Only grateful for the swimming pool area is comfortable with cover & laying bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent variety of Breakfast options and everyday they would switch out some food items.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aimran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service top notch as always and great breakfast options!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

SAI HEUNG

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Room looks and feels dated. Towels not look clean. Not Shangri-la standard overall
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay for a family

We loved our stay at the Golden Sands. Excellent choice for families. The pool area is fantastic.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Amenities
A lovely historic hotel that was comfortable and enjoyable. The restaurant was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024