Shangri-la's Golden Sands Resort is located on a stretch of prime white sand beach in the midst of lush tropical gardens. This deluxe resort offers a fun-filled yet relaxing experience complemented by warm Malaysian hospitality. All guestrooms have recently been refurbished and are decorated in a sleek modern design accented with Nyatoh wood furniture. All our sea facing rooms have balconies with views of the ocean. Guests reserving our "value rate/non-discounted rate" receive many special amenities including free non-motorised water sports, free laundry, complimentary breakfast, complimentary buffet dinner, free local faxes and telephone calls, international direct dial calls and faxes at cost, and late check-out.

The culinary pleasures at the Golden Sands Resort range from fine Italian cuisine offered at Peppino to beachfront casual at Sigi's By the Sea and the international choices at the Garden Café. Nightly theme buffets add a dash of local culture. Our lush gardens are the setting for two lagoon-style swimming pools, water slide, and whirlpool. Both children and adults will enjoy Starfy's with its supervised kids club or adult cooking classes and other activities. Complimentary shuttle service to Georgetown is provided and signing privileges are available at our sister properties on Penang Shangri-La Rasa Sayang Resort and Georgetown's Shangri-la Hotel. Stay at Shangri-La's Golden Sands Resort and understand why we are known as the "Jewel of Batu Feringgi".

Set amidst tropical gardens on the golden sands of Batu Ferringhi beach, this property offers an extensive range of facilities and excellent value for money. With a wide range of watersports available, as well as cookery classes, tennis and jungle treks, the resort has plenty to offer. Or why not simply relax on the beach or by one of the 2 swimming pools. The resort runs a free children’s club, 9am-5pm daily for children aged 4-12 years. There are also 2 restaurants, 2 bars and a coffee shop within the hotel’s grounds. The air-conditioned rooms have television, fridge and tea/coffee making facilities. Superior rooms do not feature balconies since they overlook the rear of the hotel.

The Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang in Malaysia is located along the Batu- Ferinnggi Beach where the visitor would get to be near to the swaying palms, sprawling gardens and the blue ocean. The Penang Island is located northwest coast of Malaysia. The capital George Town has the largest collection of pre World War II buildings in South East Asia.

The room types at the Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang include Seaview, Island and Garden View. All the rooms at the Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang face the sea with the balcony. The room facilities include safe, TV, In house movies, mini bar, hair dryer, tea/ coffee maker, etc.

The dining and wining amenities at the Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang offer both local and international cuisines. The Peppino at the hotel is an award wining restaurant. The Garden Café is an open air restaurant and serves International and local cuisines. The Sigi by the sea is another restaurant located near to the beach and is known for its relaxed ambience.

The other amenities and services at Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang include air conditioned rooms, restaurants, coffee shop, beauty saloon, business center, internet access, car park, laundry, disabled facilities, etc. There are also options to dine and bar options at the pool side. In the bar scene the Kuda Laut caters modern dishes and wide selection of cool drinks. The Sunset Lounge is known for its live evening entertainments and the tropical ambience.

The lobby is large size, open plan and leads out to the outdoor pool just outside. Adjoining it is the restaurant and cocktail bar which is cooled by the overhead colonial style fans and sea breezes.

The rooms are on average medium sized and in fairly good condition. They are furnished with simple decor and modern furniture in a pale pastel colour scheme. Some rooms have scenic views of the nearby rainforested mountains. This room type comes with no balcony, but enjoys a full range of amenities and room facilities. Rooms are approx 36 sqm in size.

All rooms are elegant yet comfortably furnished with each room having its own balcony affording a view of the beach, swimming pools and gardens. The rooms are on average medium sized and in fairly good condition. They are furnished with simple decor and modern furniture in a pale pastel colour scheme. Some rooms have scenic views of the nearby rainforested mountains and islets as well as the sea. This room type comes in 30 sqm in size.

The room facilities at Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang in Malaysia are tastefully provided to make the guests stay memorable. There are 395 rooms and suites in the resort that are elegant and comfortable. All the rooms at the Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang face the sea with the balcony. The room facilities include safe, TV, In house movies, mini bar, hair dryer, tea/ coffee maker, etc.

The Seaview rooms at the Shangri-la Golden Sands offers king bed and overlooks the sea, tropical garden and lagoon style pool. The rooms are equipped with two arm chairs, writing desk and a sitting area. These rooms are located on the 3rd and the 6th floor.

The Island rooms at the Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang offer king size bed, two arm chairs and sitting area. The rooms overlook the hills and are located on 1st - 7th floor of the hotel. The Garden View rooms at the Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang offer king beds, two arm chairs, writing desk and comfortable sitting area. The rooms overlook lagoon style pool and the tropical gardens.

The room types at the Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang include:

• Total Number of Rooms: 395
  
• Single rooms
  
• Double rooms
  
• Twin rooms
  
• Triple rooms
  
• Quad rooms
  
• Non-smoking rooms
• Seaview
  
• Island
  
• Garden View

Room Facilities

• Connection for laptop
  
• Air conditioning
  
• Television
  
• Satellite television
  
• In-house movie
  
• Radio
  
• Direct dial phone
  
• Hairdryer
  
• Minibar
  
• Trouser Press
  
• Voltage 220/240

The Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang in Malaysia located on the island of Penang along the beach front in Batu Feringgi. The hotel facilities and amenities at the Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang provide a luxurious and comfortable stay for the guests. The stay at the Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang would enable the visitor to witness the sprawling gardens, the Penang Sea along with the swaying palms. The setting provides a rich blend of culture, scenic beauty and delicious cuisines.

The Golden Sands Resort’s wide selection of recreational activities remains one of its key attractions. Facilities include a water sports centre, three tennis courts, a Par 3 Executive Golf Course, a spa and beauty centre as well as two lagoon-shaped swimming pools. There’s something for everyone with never a dull moment in between with organised daily activities such as water aerobics, volleyball, cooking lessons, tai chi and jungle trekking.

In changing to delight guests, the Golden Sands Resort continues to deliver acclaimed Asian hospitality from Shangri-La, at the same time embracing a more vibrant outlook and introducing new features in keeping with the times. It is a total transformation that rejuvenates while maintaining the resort’s wining product – that is to provide the finest holiday experience for families and honeymooners, with quality and standards that far surpass other hotels in its class

The dining and wining amenities at the Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang offer both local and international cuisines. The Peppino at the hotel is an award wining restaurant and serves Italian trattoria. The Garden Café is an open air restaurant and serves International and local cuisines. The Sigi by the sea is another restaurant located near to the beach and is known for its relaxed ambience. There are also options to dine and bar options at the pool side. In the bar scene the Kuda Laut caters modern dishes and wide selection of cool drinks. The Sunset Lounge is known for its live evening entertainments and the tropical ambience.

Hotel Facilities

• 24-hour Room Service
  
• Airport Transfer
  
• Baby Sitting / Child Care
  
• Car Rental Service
  
• City Shuttle Service
  
• Clinic
  
• Shoeshine Service
  
• Facilities for the Physically Challenged
  
• Laundry & Valet Service
  
• Library
  
• Lobby Shop
  
• Non-smoking Rooms
  
• Parking Facilities
  
• Pastry Shop
  
• Photo Processing Service
  
• Safe Deposit Box
  
• Shopping Arcade
  
• Taxi & Limousine Service
  
• Travel Agency / Tour Desk

Located on the strip of popular beach, Batu Ferringhi, the hotel is in a prime location for access to shops, restaurants, the night market and beautiful beaches. It is easily accessible being only 18 kilometres distance from the centre of the historical capital city of Georgetown and a 45-minute drive from Bayan Lepas International Airport.

Shangri-La’s Golden Sands Resort is located right on the glorious Batu Ferringhi Beach, attractively fringed with tropical gardens and only forty-five minutes from the airport. This popular and luxurious resort is also conveniently near the local night market, perfect for a souvenir of Penang.

Located on the finest stretch of Batu Feringgi Beach set in 15 acres of lush tropical gardens. Complimentary shuttle service is provided to Georgetown. The Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang Malaysia is located near to one of the most popular beaches in Malaysia. The Hotel is 20 minutes away form George Town that is the oldest colonial city.

The Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang in Malaysia is located along the Batu- Ferinnggi Beach where the visitor would get to be near to the swaying palms, sprawling gardens and the blue ocean. The Penang Island is located northwest coast of Malaysia. The capital George Town has the largest collection of pre World War II buildings in South East Asia.

How to get there

Penang consists an island and a costal strip of the mainland called Province Wellesley. The island and the mainland is separated by a channel. Penang is the largest city in Malaysia after Kuala Lumpur. The Island is centrally located and is hours away from Singapore, Bangkok, Hong Kong and Jakarta. Shuttle services are provided from the hotel to George Town.

Nearby attractions

The nearby attractions of Shangri-la Golden Sands Penang include tropical beaches, historic sights and an opportunity to witness the Malaysian culture.

• Location: Waterfront/Beach
  
• 17 kms to city centre
  
• 31 kms to the nearest airport (penang)
  
• 2 minute walk to the nearest bus stop
  
• Close to the beach