Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

4.0 star property
Travelers find a tropical retreat on Penang's coast with a pristine white sand beach, poolside relaxation, and refreshing cocktails within easy reach

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Shangri-La Golden Sands on Penang's sunny shores is perfect for families. Enjoy the white sand beach, rejuvenating massages, or a round at the 9-hole golf course. The resort also offers ecotours and tennis courts, appealing to visitors of all ages.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is RM380
RM461 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
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About this property

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

  • Upscale family-friendly resort near Ferringgi Beach
  • Located close to Tropical Spice Garden, Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang provides a golf course, free water park access and a beach bar. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beach massages and beach volleyball. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities such as ecotours. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a poolside bar and a corner/local shop.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with a waterslide, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • Limo/town car service, continental breakfast (surcharge) and 2 outdoor tennis courts
    • Access to a nearby health club, babysitting (surcharge) and a banquet hall
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 387 rooms feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Childcare services and free infant beds
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
    • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
    • 43-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
    • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks

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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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 150 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The listed child breakfast fee applies to guests age 11 and younger.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Children under 4 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

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

As of 20 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang on 7 Jun 2026 start from RM380, excluding 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 Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang located?

Nestled on the beach, this Batu Ferringhi resort is within 3 mi (5 km) of Ferringgi Beach and Tropical Spice Garden.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 419 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 345 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay Great food Helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Franz

Child friendly hotel. Family had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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

Kelsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very family friendly and the staff was amazing. Also had a gluten free breakfast area and some good options for dinner, including gluten free pasta! There is almost zero beach access now though. We were disappointed by that.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful pools and gardens, definitely a family resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Hotel is a bit dated, but rooms are comfortable. Great buffet.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rosalinda A

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel have good location, is convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location and well kept. Beach is washed out, but pool was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arcangel

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

The place to stay at Batu Feringgi

Great Location!!! Very good services and personnel,,, Love the stay here 🙏
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant staff was helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort if you just want somewhere to go to relax. Everyone was really nice Multiple pools to choose from, good food and drinks.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael John

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Reasonable but tired.

The Golden Sands is getting very tired. I have stayed there before many years ago and there had been little done to the property. The grounds are lovely but the beach has suffered greatly with much of the foreshore being washed away compared to25-20 years ago. Given the cost I was hoping for more.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tomoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were able to relax in a room with a nice view of the ocean and pool. The breakfast buffet was delicious with international dishes. It was convenient to have a good hawker within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

akiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
my child enjoyed this hotel pool
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wai Hong

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

Beach Staycation

Good amenities and staffs were friendly. Spend 4 days at the beach and it was very relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024