Hotels With Character

Located in the commercial and prime shopping area of Georgetown on the island of Penang in Malaysia – Traders Hotel Penang is Penang?s premier business hotel. Only nine miles – a 20 minute drive – from the Penang international Airport – the hotel is an excellent place for visitors to be based. It is close to shops – businesses – historical sites – the Bayan Lepas Industrial Zone – and offers easy access to both beaches. The hotel is also linked to two local shopping malls in Penang. A complimentary shuttle bus runs between the city and the beach.Facilities and services include two outdoor swimming pools – one adult and one kid?s pool – a fitness centre with gym – cardio equipment – weights – steam room – sauna – massage – table tennis and aerobics studio. Guests also have access to the recreational facilities at the nearby Golden Sands Resort at Batu Feringgi Beach. Meeting facilities include a ballroom that holds up to 600 persons plus eight intimate function rooms. Other amenities include wireless Internet access – modern A-V equipment – and full catering services. Traders Hotel Penang features 443 well-appointed guestrooms and suites in a contemporary style inspired by Malaysian designs. All rooms offer scenic Penang Bridge or city views through expansive bay windows. Each room has IDD telephones – an in-room safe – broadband Internet access – satellite TV – coffee and tea making facilities – comfortable beds with mattress toppers – and writing desk with work chair. All rooms also have a private marble bathroom and amenities such as a rainforest showerhead. Traders Club rooms include extras such as buffet breakfast – daytime beverage service – and evening cocktails in the 16th floor Traders Club Lounge.

Situated on the islands breathtaking Batu Feringgi beach – Golden Sands Resort Penang is surrounded by natural beauty and rich culture. Steps from the oceanside rooms – guests enjoy swimming – water sports and sunbathing on the beautiful tropical beaches – as well as the many fascinating historical sites just a few miles away. Among the hotels facilities are a fully-equipped fitness center – outdoor tennis courts – Jacuzzi – and sparkling lagoon pools surrounded by lush tropical gardens. The property enticing array of recreational services includes sailing – wind surfing – jungle tours – water aerobics and Tai Chi classes. Also on the grounds is the Adventure Zone – a unique family entertainment center comprising 10300 square feet. The indoor facility houses three categories of exciting drop slides – multiple sections of modular play equipment – a game zone and themed birthday party rooms. Other facilities include five restaurants and bars – many with spectacular beach views – as well as versatile event spaces for conferences – weddings – and other special occasions. The hotel comprises seven floors and 390 charming guest rooms and suites – all with generous amenities. Most sea-facing rooms have private balconies with stunning views of the beach – swimming pools – and gardens.

A contemporary Malaysian retreat situated on scenic Batu Feringgi Beach – the resort sits on 30 acres of lush tropical gardens – framed by majestic centuries-old rain trees. Located along the northern shoreline of Penang Island in peninsular Malaysia – the resort is walking distance to a lively night bazaar and a 20 minute drive from the heritage city of Georgetown. Penang International Airport is just 19 miles or 45 minutes away. Also featured is an idyllic drive along the northern coastal road leading to the resort is graced with a spectacular view of the open sea – only 10 minutes from the resort. The resort is also home to CHI – The Spa at Shangri-La. CHI is a cluster of rustic villas complete with treatment villas and a yoga pavilion. CHI offers age-old healing philosophies from the Himalayas with relaxing treatments based on holistic practices that restore balance and harmony to the mind and body. Other facilities include meeting and banquet venues – a fitness center – golf – two outdoor swimming pools – six restaurants and bars – 24-hour room service – parking – and transportation options. The fully integrated resort comprises two main buildings featuring 304 rooms and suites. All rooms and suites feature deluxe amenities. Guests staying at the exclusive Rasa Wing enjoy additional privileges that include daily a la carte breakfast – personalized services unique to the region as well as a dedicated lounge and swimming pool. PEN – Penang International Airport – 19 miles southeast -Shangri-La Rasa Sayang is located along the northern shoreline of Penang Island on Batu Feringgi Beach. The resort is within walking distance of Batu Feringgi?s lively night bazaar and a 20 minute drive from the heritage city of Georgetown. An idyllic 10 minutes drive along the northern coastal road leading to the resort is graced with a spectacular view of the open sea.