Best for
Choose this Batu Ferringhi resort for a Penang trip that pairs time at the beach with a day exploring George Town.
Best for
Choose this Batu Ferringhi resort for a Penang trip that pairs time at the beach with a day exploring George Town.
What makes it special
Book a double garden villa at Chi, The Spa, if you want to share a treatment in a secluded part of the resort.
Room to consider
Choose the Rasa Wing Deluxe Suite for a separate sitting room and a balcony soaking tub overlooking the gardens or pool.
Insider tip
If you plan to spend afternoons by the pool, book the Rasa Wing for access to its quieter pool for guests aged 16 and older.
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Shangri La Rasa Sayang Resort sits beside Batu Feringgi Beach on Penang's north coast, surrounded by mature tropical gardens and old rain trees. The resort has a softer, more established mood than many beach hotels. It feels rooted in its landscape, with open lawns, palms, pools, sea air, and low-rise buildings that let the gardens remain part of the stay.
This is one of Penang's classic resort addresses. It works for guests who want beach time without losing access to George Town, food culture, heritage streets, temples, markets, and island scenery. The resort is calm enough for long days by the pool, but the wider island remains close. That mix of rest and discovery gives Rasa Sayang its lasting appeal.
A king bed and one single bed share this 50 m² Garden Wing family room. Its private balcony looks over the tropical gardens, bringing greenery into a stay with children.
The décor takes its cues from nature, with modern furnishings and space designed for family use. A ceiling fan has a wall-mounted control. In the bathroom, a bathtub sits apart from the shower cubicle, giving you both options.
Plush robes, sandals and Shangri-La toiletries are provided. Coffee and tea facilities let you make a hot drink, while the mini-fridge holds your own cold items. High-speed Wi-Fi and movie channels offer useful choices when you stay indoors.
The room also has a flat-screen television, a direct-dial phone and voicemail. One extra bed may be requested, subject to availability. An in-room locker and stationery are also provided.
A king bed and one single bed share this 50 m² Garden Wing family room. Its private balcony looks over the tropical gardens, bringing greenery...
Tropical gardens frame the private balcony of this 42 m² Garden Wing room. Choose a king bed or two twin beds for your stay. Natural floor tiles and a ceiling fan suit the tropical setting, while the fan has its own wall control.
The bathroom has a marble floor. A bathtub and a separate glass shower give you a choice after a day out. Shangri-La toiletries, two bathrobes and two pairs of sandals are ready to use during your stay.
Make coffee or tea in the room, and use the mini-fridge to keep your own drinks and cold items. High-speed Wi-Fi lets you stay in touch. The flat-screen television offers movie channels for an evening indoors.
An international direct-dial phone and voicemail add practical touches. If you need an extra bed, one can be arranged subject to availability.
Tropical gardens frame the private balcony of this 42 m² Garden Wing room. Choose a king bed or two twin beds for your stay. Natural...
The Deluxe Family Room offers 60 m² in the Garden Wing, with a king bed and single bedding. Its furnishings draw on the colours and textures of the surrounding gardens. A private balcony looks over the resort's green landscape.
A deep soaking tub is paired with a glass-enclosed shower in the bathroom. Large towels, Shangri-La toiletries, plush bathrobes and slippers are provided. You also have a pillow menu, allowing you to choose a pillow for your comfort.
Coffee and tea facilities are available for hot drinks in the room. The mini-fridge holds your own cold items. High-speed Wi-Fi, a television and movie channels help with time indoors, whether you are catching up online or resting.
An international direct-dial phone is provided. One extra bed may be arranged, subject to availability. Confirm the single-bed arrangement when choosing the option for your stay.
The Deluxe Family Room offers 60 m² in the Garden Wing, with a king bed and single bedding. Its furnishings draw on the colours and...
Two rooms linked by an internal door give this 76 m² Garden Wing category its family appeal. Bedding comprises one double bed and two twin beds.
A private balcony opens to views of the tropical gardens. The bathroom has a bathtub and a separate shower cubicle, so you can choose either. A pillow menu, plush bathrobes, slippers and Shangri-La toiletries are included among the room comforts.
Make coffee or tea with the in-room facilities, and use the mini-fridge for your own cold items. High-speed Wi-Fi is available. A television with movie channels gives the family another option during time spent in the room.
An international direct-dial phone and voicemail are provided for calls. If you need an extra bed, one is allowed subject to availability. An in-room locker provides secure storage, with stationery also available.
Two rooms linked by an internal door give this 76 m² Garden Wing category its family appeal. Bedding comprises one double bed and two twin...
Look towards the Andaman Sea from your own balcony in this 42 m² Garden Wing room. The bed is a king or two twins. Local materials and tones drawn from nature shape the décor, with natural floor tiles underfoot.
A ceiling fan has a wall control, so you can adjust it from within the room. The bathroom has a marble floor, a bathtub and a glass shower enclosure. Shangri-La bath products, robes and sandals complete the setup.
Coffee and tea facilities make it easy to prepare a drink before stepping outside. A mini-fridge provides space for your own cold items. Use high-speed Wi-Fi, or settle in with the movie channels on the flat-screen television.
For calls, you have an international direct-dial phone with voicemail. One extra bed is possible on request, subject to availability.
Look towards the Andaman Sea from your own balcony in this 42 m² Garden Wing room. The bed is a king or two twins. Local...
Traditional Malaysian décor sets the tone in this 40 m² Rasa Wing room. It offers a king bed or two twin beds and is located near the Rasa Wing Lounge. The outlook takes in rain trees and the parking courtyard.
This room has no balcony. Inside, the bathroom provides a bathtub and a separate shower, along with extra towels and Shangri-La toiletries. A pillow menu, plush bathrobes and slippers are also supplied for use during your stay.
Rasa Wing privileges include express check-in, afternoon tea and selected evening cocktails in the lounge. Breakfast for two is at Spice Market Café or, subject to availability, Feringgi Grill. The wing's shared pool is reserved for guests aged 16 and over.
Coffee and tea facilities, a minibar and high-speed Wi-Fi are available in the room. A television offers movie channels. You also have an international direct-dial phone with voicemail.
Traditional Malaysian décor sets the tone in this 40 m² Rasa Wing room. It offers a king bed or two twin beds and is located...
Step from this Rasa Wing room into a private garden measuring 26 m². It gives direct access to the landscaped grounds and shared swimming pools. The room measures 44 m² and comes with a king bed or two twin beds.
Malaysian touches shape the décor, while the outlook takes in rain trees and the parking courtyard. A bathtub and separate shower sit in the bathroom. A pillow menu, plush robes, slippers and Shangri-La toiletries add to the comforts.
Rasa Wing privileges include lounge access, afternoon tea and selected evening cocktails. Breakfast for two is served at Spice Market Café, or at Feringgi Grill subject to availability. The Rasa Wing pool is shared and reserved for guests aged 16 and over.
Back in your room, coffee and tea facilities, a minibar and high-speed Wi-Fi are available. An international direct-dial phone has voicemail. Selected minibar items are stocked once per stay.
Step from this Rasa Wing room into a private garden measuring 26 m². It gives direct access to the landscaped grounds and shared swimming pools....
A large private balcony opens to views of the coastline and resort pools in this Garden Wing Studio Suite. 66 m² gives you space around a king bed. Sleek rattan pieces and local motifs lend the décor a distinct Malaysian feel.
The bathroom pairs a deep soaking tub with a separate shower. Plush towels, Shangri-La toiletries, bathrobes and slippers are provided. One extra bed can be arranged on request, subject to availability.
Breakfast for two is included at Spice Market Café, with Feringgi Grill available subject to availability. In the suite, a Nespresso machine and coffee and tea facilities offer hot drinks. The mini-fridge is for your own cold items.
High-speed Wi-Fi, a DVD player and movie channels give you ways to spend time indoors. An LCD television, a direct-dial phone and voicemail are also available.
A large private balcony opens to views of the coastline and resort pools in this Garden Wing Studio Suite. 66 m² gives you space around...
The Premier Room offers a 62 m², one-room suite layout in the Rasa Wing. Choose between a king bed and two twin beds. Rich décor gives the open plan its character without dividing the sleeping space into a separate bedroom.
A private balcony holds a soaking tub and faces either the gardens or the pool. You also have a separate shower and extra towels in the bathroom. Shangri-La toiletries, plush bathrobes and slippers are supplied, along with a pillow menu.
Rasa Wing Lounge access brings afternoon tea and selected evening cocktails to your stay. Breakfast for two is available at Spice Market Café or, subject to availability, Feringgi Grill. The wing's shared pool welcomes guests aged 16 and over.
A Nespresso machine and tea-making facilities provide drinks in the room. There is also a minibar and high-speed Wi-Fi. Movie channels and an international direct-dial phone with voicemail round out the indoor facilities.
The Premier Room offers a 62 m², one-room suite layout in the Rasa Wing. Choose between a king bed and two twin beds. Rich décor...
This 84 m² Rasa Wing suite gives you a bedroom and a separate parlour for sitting. The bedroom holds a king bed or two twin beds. One extra bed may be added, subject to availability.
On the private balcony, a soaking tub looks towards either the gardens or the pool. A separate shower is available indoors. Shangri-La bath products, plush robes and slippers make it easy to move between the bathroom and balcony.
Rasa Wing Lounge access includes afternoon tea and selected evening cocktails. Breakfast for two can be taken at Spice Market Café, or at Feringgi Grill subject to availability. Access to the shared Rasa Wing pool is for guests aged 16 and over.
Make a coffee with the Nespresso machine, or use the tea facilities. A minibar, high-speed Wi-Fi and a DVD player are provided. Movie channels, an LCD television and a direct-dial phone complete the suite's facilities.
This 84 m² Rasa Wing suite gives you a bedroom and a separate parlour for sitting. The bedroom holds a king bed or two twin...
The private terrace is a highlight of this 100 m² Garden Wing suite, with views over the ocean and landscaped gardens. Wood furnishings and colourful fabrics bring a traditional Malaysian feel to the space. A king bed is provided.
Layouts vary: some pair the king bed with a separate living area, while others have an adjoining twin room. Confirm the arrangement that suits your stay. In the bathroom, the bathtub looks over a private garden, and a shower is separate.
Breakfast for two can be enjoyed at Spice Market Café or at Feringgi Grill, subject to availability. A Nespresso machine and coffee and tea facilities make drinks easy in the suite. Keep your own cold items in the mini-fridge.
Bathrobes, slippers and Shangri-La toiletries add everyday comforts. High-speed Wi-Fi, a television and a DVD system are also supplied. For calls, use the international direct-dial phone with voicemail.
The private terrace is a highlight of this 100 m² Garden Wing suite, with views over the ocean and landscaped gardens. Wood furnishings and colourful...
Rich wood furniture and colourful fabrics give the Premier Suite its Malaysian character. This Rasa Wing suite measures 119 m², with a king bedroom and a separate parlour.
The private balcony has a soaking tub and either garden or ocean views. The marble bathroom offers a separate shower cubicle. Plush bathrobes, slippers and Shangri-La toiletries are among the bath comforts.
You have access to the Rasa Wing Lounge for afternoon tea and selected evening cocktails. Breakfast for two is at Spice Market Café, with Feringgi Grill an option subject to availability. The shared Rasa Wing pool is for guests aged 16 and over.
A Nespresso machine, coffee and tea facilities and a minibar keep drinks close at hand. High-speed Wi-Fi, an LCD television and movie channels are available. You also have a DVD player and a phone with voicemail.
Rich wood furniture and colourful fabrics give the Premier Suite its Malaysian character. This Rasa Wing suite measures 119 m², with a king bedroom and...
Take in Batu Feringgi, the gardens and ocean from the private terrace of this Garden Wing suite. Its 114 m² layout includes a king bedroom, a separate dining room and a sitting area. One extra bed is allowed, subject to availability.
Traditional Malaysian décor combines rich wooden furniture with colourful fabrics. In the marble bathroom, a soaking tub sits alongside a separate shower cubicle. Shangri-La toiletries, soft bathrobes and slippers are supplied for your use.
Breakfast for two is part of the stay at Spice Market Café, or at Feringgi Grill subject to availability. Prepare coffee with the Nespresso machine, or make tea in the suite. A mini-fridge stores your own drinks and cold items.
High-speed Wi-Fi and an LCD television are provided, with movie channels and a DVD player for quieter hours. A direct-dial phone includes voicemail.
Take in Batu Feringgi, the gardens and ocean from the private terrace of this Garden Wing suite. Its 114 m² layout includes a king bedroom,...
Light and dark wood furnishings give the Tranquil Suite a warm contrast. This 105 m² Garden Wing suite has a king bedroom, a separate dining room and a sitting area. An extra bed can be requested, subject to availability.
From the balcony, the outlook stretches across the gardens and resort pools. The suite faces the beach and ocean. A marble bathroom comes with a soaking tub and a separate shower cubicle, plus Shangri-La toiletries, plush robes and slippers.
Breakfast for two is available at Spice Market Café, or Feringgi Grill subject to availability. In the suite, a Nespresso machine and coffee and tea facilities are provided. The mini-fridge is intended for your own chilled items.
Use high-speed Wi-Fi to stay connected, or choose movie channels on the LCD television. A DVD player adds another indoor option. There is also an international direct-dial phone with voicemail for any calls during your stay.
Light and dark wood furnishings give the Tranquil Suite a warm contrast. This 105 m² Garden Wing suite has a king bedroom, a separate dining...
The Penang Suite pairs a 242 m² layout with modern Malaysian style in the Rasa Wing. A king bedroom sits apart from a separate parlour, with garden or ocean views.
A marble bathroom provides a soaking tub and a shower in its own cubicle. Shangri-La toiletries, bathrobes and slippers are ready for your stay. Selected items in the minibar are stocked once for each stay.
Rasa Wing privileges include express check-in and lounge access for afternoon tea and selected evening cocktails. Enjoy breakfast for two at Spice Market Café, with Feringgi Grill an alternative subject to availability. The shared wing pool welcomes guests aged 16 and over.
A Nespresso machine and tea facilities provide hot drinks in the suite. High-speed Wi-Fi, an LCD television, movie channels and a DVD player offer indoor options. The direct-dial phone includes voicemail.
The Penang Suite pairs a 242 m² layout with modern Malaysian style in the Rasa Wing. A king bedroom sits apart from a separate parlour,...
The setting on Batu Feringgi is central to the experience. This part of Penang is known for its beach hotels, night market, coastal road, and easy holiday rhythm. The beach gives the resort a relaxed seafront identity, while the gardens create a buffer from the busier parts of the strip. Guests can stay close to the water, yet still feel sheltered by trees and resort space.
Batu Feringgi is not a remote beach. It is lively, accessible, and connected to local restaurants, shops, and evening stalls. That suits travelers who want a resort base with some life around it. A walk outside the gates can add a different mood, while returning to the resort brings back shade, calm, and service.
George Town is reachable by car, giving the stay another dimension. The UNESCO-listed historic center is one of Malaysia's most rewarding urban areas, with clan houses, mosques, temples, murals, shophouses, and some of the country's best street food. Guests can spend a morning in heritage lanes, then return to Batu Feringgi for pool time, spa time, or dinner near the sea.
The resort has 303 rooms and suites across two main wings. The Garden Wing has a relaxed resort feel, with balconies or terraces, tropical views, and easy access to the grounds. It is well suited to families, beach holidays, and guests who want a comfortable base close to the main resort facilities.
The Rasa Wing has a more private and refined character. It is designed for guests who want quieter spaces, larger layouts, and a stronger sense of retreat. Rooms and suites in this wing feel more secluded within the resort, with a calm atmosphere that suits couples, longer stays, and travelers who want a more polished beach escape.
Both wings use the landscape as part of the stay. Garden views, sea breezes, carved details, warm materials, and shaded balconies make the rooms feel connected to Penang rather than generic. The strongest accommodations are those that let guests wake to trees, pool reflections, or glimpses of the coast. The resort's age gives it generous grounds, and the room experience draws strength from that sense of space.
The gardens are one of the resort's defining features. Mature trees, lawns, palms, and tropical planting create a green world between the rooms and the beach. The landscape feels grown-in rather than newly installed. Guests move through shade and open space, with paths leading toward pools, restaurants, and the coast.
The lagoon-style pool adds a relaxed focal point for the day. It works well for families, couples, and guests who prefer pool time to swimming in the sea. Children can spend long hours around the water, while adults use the loungers, gardens, and nearby restaurants to create an easy rhythm. The setting is broad enough that the resort can feel lively without losing its restful character.
The old rain trees give the property a sense of history. They soften the architecture and make the resort feel settled into Penang's coastline. In the late afternoon, when the light drops through the branches and the air cools, the gardens become one of the hotel's most memorable spaces. This is where Rasa Sayang feels different from a standard beach resort.
Dining reflects both resort comfort and Penang's food culture. Feringgi Grill is the resort's signature restaurant, with a refined setting for dinner and a long-standing reputation on the island. It suits guests looking for a quieter evening, polished service, and a meal that feels more formal than the daytime beach mood.
Spice Market Cafe gives the resort a more relaxed all-day dining experience. Its name fits Penang well, because the island is shaped by Malay, Chinese, Indian, Peranakan, and colonial food traditions. Breakfast, family meals, and easy dinners can all happen here. The restaurant helps connect the resort to the flavors that make Penang such a strong food destination.
Pinang Restaurant & Bar brings guests closer to the beach and pool. It is useful for casual lunches, drinks, and relaxed meals between swims. The Lounge adds another softer space for coffee, tea, and evening drinks. Together, the restaurants make it easy to stay several nights without the dining experience feeling fixed in one style.
CHI, The Spa gives the resort a quiet wellness layer within the gardens. Treatments draw on Asian spa traditions and suit the slower pace of a Penang beach stay. Guests can use the spa after travel, before dinner, or as a full pause between time in George Town and time by the sea.
The resort also supports a gentle daily rhythm. Mornings may begin with breakfast and a walk through the gardens. Afternoons can move between pool, beach, spa, or a trip into George Town. Evenings may bring Feringgi Grill, the night market, or drinks near the water. Nothing needs to feel rushed, which is part of the value of staying on Batu Feringgi rather than in the city center.
Families gain space and facilities. Couples gain garden atmosphere, the Rasa Wing, spa time, and quiet dinners. Culture-focused travelers gain a beach base with George Town close enough for regular visits. The resort works because it does not force one style of holiday. It lets guests shape Penang at their own pace.
Shangri La Rasa Sayang Resort is best understood as a classic Penang beach retreat with strong gardens and easy island access. It is not only about the sand. Its character comes from trees, pools, heritage-inspired design, long service traditions, food, and the ability to connect Batu Feringgi with George Town.
The resort is especially appealing for travelers who want comfort without feeling cut off from local life. Batu Feringgi adds beach energy, while George Town adds culture and food. The gardens hold the two together by giving guests a calm place to return to each day. That combination helps the hotel feel relevant even as Penang changes around it.
A strong stay here might include breakfast under the trees, a day by the lagoon pool, a ride into George Town for street food and heritage streets, a spa treatment, and dinner at Feringgi Grill. Shangri La Rasa Sayang Resort gives Penang a resort experience that feels mature, green, and deeply connected to the island.
Spice Market Café brings Penang’s trading history to the table through Asian and international cooking, giving guests several traditions to explore in one meal.
Century-old rain trees still rise above the resort’s tropical gardens, giving guests a sense of the landscape that was here before the hotel.
The resort’s pitch-and-putt course gives golfers a short game to work on without committing a full day to a round.
Jalan Batu Ferringhi, Kampung Tanjung Huma, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Yes. Shangri La Rasa Sayang is worth it for travelers who want a classic Penang beach resort with gardens, sea views, dining, spa facilities, and warm service. It works well for couples, families, wellness stays, and guests who want Batu Feringgi Beach with easier access to George Town.
Shangri La Rasa Sayang is on Batu Feringgi Beach in Penang, Malaysia. The resort sits among tropical gardens by the sea. The location gives guests beach access, local dining nearby, and a relaxed resort base within reach of George Town and Penang attractions.
Shangri La Rasa Sayang is listed on PrivateUpgrades with 304 rooms and suites. Accommodation is split between Garden Wing and Rasa Wing. Rooms offer garden, pool, hill, or sea views. Rasa Wing categories add a more premium feel and extra space in selected suites.
Rooms at Shangri La Rasa Sayang blend Malaysian character with resort comfort. Many include balconies and views of gardens, pools, or the sea. Garden Wing rooms suit relaxed beach stays. Rasa Wing rooms and suites are better for guests who want a quieter and more refined stay.
Garden Wing is relaxed and practical, with easy access to gardens, pools, and family-friendly resort areas. Rasa Wing feels more exclusive, with larger rooms and suites in a quieter setting. It is often preferred by couples and guests seeking more calm.
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