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Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang vs 100 Cintra Street
Both properties are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Shangri-La's Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa is the choice of most writers compared to 100 Cintra Street. Shangri-La's Rasa Sayang Resort & Spa is ranked #2 in Penang with positive reviews from 3 publications such as Lonely Planet, Oyster and Condé Nast Traveler.
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Oyster
Condé Nast Traveler
Time Out
Time Out
Lonely Planet
Batu Feringgi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island 11100, Malaysia
From $97 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Oyster
Luxury
"Caters to adults looking for all the trappings of a beachfront resort, but in a more refined environment that makes serious attempts to corral small children and gym shorts in designated areas."
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Condé Nast Traveler
96.4
"The ideal destination for those looking for some semblance of luxurious isolation, but with all the conveniences of a large resort. Rooms are separated into two areas."
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Time Out
"While a hotel bakery is hardly a common go-to among the town's housewives, this place serves excellent gourmet breads from dark rye to French village bread, all within affordable price range."
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If you have a house guest to impress, you can source some gourmet breads here.
Time Out
"As a high-end beach resort in Penang, Rasa Sayang is still unmatched."
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Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Spread across 30 acres, its beachside grounds shaded by historic raintrees, the Rasa Sayang is Batu Ferringhi's top resort."
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100 Cintra Street
Lonely Planet
100, Cintra Street, George Town, Penang Island 10100, Malaysia
From $5 /night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Baggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Express check-in / check-out
- Sun terrace
Lonely Planet
"Offers old-school backpacking accommodation, with its rock-bottom price, fan-cooled dorms and sort-of private rooms (they have very flimsy walls) with shared bathrooms."
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