Singapore & Penang
Multi-centre
From £4,234pp
Sat 9 May · 7 nightsLondon Heathrow2 adults, 1 child · 1 room
PenangMalaysia
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
Our rating
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A gorgeous resort with a family-friendly vibe, situated on popular Battu Ferringhi Beach.
Shangri-La Golden Sands has a distinctive family-friendly feel with a Cool Zone Kids Club and three pools; one with a mini waterpark. Dining is casual and relaxed – buffets, wood-fired pizza and barbecues – whilst cooking classes, putt and pitch golf and Chi, The Spa slow the pace.
Best for:
Suitable for childrenKids clubBeach
Avg flight time7 hrs
Avg transfer timeApprox. 45 minutes' transfer from Penang airport
SettingBeach Hotel, Resort, Hotel
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Why our experts like it
We've done the exploring, asked the locals, made the mistakes, and found the gems... so you don't have to start from scratch! These are the bits we think you'll love the most. Think of it as travel advice from a friend who just got back and can't wait to tell you everything.
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An incredible way to kick off your Maldives holiday
“There's something pretty special about travelling by seaplane. The view from the sky is extraordinary - tiny specs of island and shades of blue that barely look real.”
Jeremy FisherKuoni Travel Expert
The iconic, mile-long sandbank
Perfect for isolated sunbathing, dramatic photoshoots, and watching breathtaking Maldivian sunsets.
Snorkelling and diving isn't the only way to catch sight of the underwater world
“If snorkelling and diving isn't for you, it's possible to catch a glimpse of the reef from a glass-bottomed boat instead.”
Sarah ShepherdKuoni Marketing Team
Kids club at Niva Kuramathi Maldives
Supervised activities through the day, so younger guests get their own adventure while you get a quiet hour by the water.
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We book this hotel the way you want it
This Maldives hotel is perfect on its own, but add Sri Lanka, Dubai or the Seychelles and it becomes something even better. Discover our multi-centre holidays and make paradise last longer.
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Rooms and suites
The 387 rooms have a fresh and vibrant style and are set in the resort’s main building. The Superior Rooms overlook the island’s jungle-covered hills, while the Deluxe Rooms have a balcony and views of the resort’s garden and pool areas. On the top floors are the Executive Seaview Rooms, which have spectacular views out towards the ocean.
Superior Room
Spacious, comfortable rooms with traditional Malay touches and views over the tree tops. • air-conditioning • flat-screen television • tea and coffee making facilities • minibar • bath or shower • 36m²
Deluxe Room
These rooms overlook the resort’s gardens and pool area. • air-conditioning • balcony • flat-screen television • tea and coffee making facilities • minibar • bath or shower • 30m²
Executive Seaview Room
Located on the resort’s higher floors these rooms overlook the pool and gardens toward the Andaman Sea. • air-conditioning • balcony • flat-screen television • tea and coffee making facilities • minibar • bath or shower • 30m²
Executive Suite
Spacious suite with a wraparound balcony overlooking the ocean. • air-conditioning • flat-screen television • tea and coffee making facilities • minibar • shower or bathtub • Wi-Fi • 66m²
Food & drink
Casual and relaxed, the dining venues here include the main buffet restaurant, the Garden Café, and the al fresco family restaurant, Sigi’s Bar & Grill, which sits directly on the beach. Sigi’s serves delicious wood-fired pizzas, barbecued meat and fresh seafood. Continuing the modern theme throughout the hotel, the Cool Lounge has internet stations, magazines, five televisions, board games and refreshments, making it a great place to hang out.
The main eatery, Garden Café, is a fresh dining venue with a contemporary design, serving local, Asian and International cuisine. Alongside the buffet dishes there is a children’s a la carte menu – perfect for picky eaters. The beachfront Sigi’s Bar & Grill is a family restaurant with an open grill kitchen and wood-fired pizza oven where you can enjoy grilled meat and seafood dishes as well as a variety of Asian cuisine. The Cool Lounge is a stylish yet laid-back venue offering teas and coffees, pastries and light snacks while the open-air Lobby Lounge offers a chic space in which to enjoy a refreshing drink on an evening.
We love the variety of dishes on offer at the Beach Club. From sourdough pizzas and mud crab salads to chargrilled sea bass and chicken tikka straight from the tandoor clay oven.
Garden Café — Enjoy all-day dining from the à la carte menu with themed buffets Friday to Sunday. Sigi’s Bar & Grill on the Beach — A popular Italian restaurant located on the beach. Lobby Lounge — Located at the centre of the reception area where you can enjoy drinks and light snacks. Cool Lounge — There is plenty to keep you entertained at the Cool Lounge with games, daily newspapers, books and magazines.
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Things to do nearby
Curated experiences to help you do more, see more, or simply switch off while you're here.
Penang
Discover George Town’s Heritage
You’ll pass Penang’s oldest Hindu temple, then continue to Teochew Temple, with its ornate rooftops and intricately carved dragon pillars, before learning the history of Dr Sun Yat-sen at the Sun Yat-Sen Museum. You’ll hunt for Penang’s famous street art before continuing to one of Penang’s ancient traditional clan houses. The tour concludes with shopping for some local goodies at Cocoa Boutique. • Duration: half day • Time: 9am to 2pm • Daily departures • Operates year-round • Private experience
Penang
Penang Street Food
• Duration: evening • Time: 5pm to 8pm • Departing Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from Penang • Operates year round • Private experience
Penang
Penang, Your Way
• Duration: half day or full day • Daily departures • Operates year-round • Private experience
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There is more than one way to do this trip
A match made in paradise
This hotel is perfect on its own, but add a second destination and it becomes something even better. Discover our multi-centre holidays and make paradise last longer.
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In the area
On popular Batu Ferringhi Beach
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Trip ideas
You've come this far - and the world has more to offer. Why not pair Niva Kuramathi with another island, add a stopover in Dubai on the way for city lights and desert skies, or extend to Sri Lanka for tea, temples and safari? Below you'll find our recommendations for maximising your time away...
Essence of Malaysia
Suggested itineraryMulti-centre
From £4,234pp
Sat 9 May · 7 nightsLondon Heathrow2 adults, 1 child · 1 room
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When to visit
Whether you're chasing guaranteed sunshine or don't mind a little rain with your relaxation, here's how the weather stacks up throughout the year. Use the chart below to find your perfect window, or just pick whenever suits you best, paradise doesn't really have a bad season.
| Measurement | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Average temp | 26°C | 27°C | 27°C | 27°C | 27°C | 27°C | 27°C | 27°C | 27°C | 26°C | 26°C | 26°C |
| Average rainfall | 110mm | 60mm | 75mm | 125mm | 220mm | 175mm | 150mm | 175mm | 200mm | 195mm | 210mm | 215mm |
| Average price | £4,746pp | £4,992pp | £4,149pp | £4,222pp | £4,827pp | £4,835pp | £5,104pp | £5,176pp | £5,176pp | £5,129pp | £3,958pp | £3,958pp |
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Current offers
Savings worth having on the departures we think are worth taking. Every offer below applies to this hotel — check each one for the dates and conditions that come with it.
Save up to £300pp
Based on selected departures in September 2026
Save up to 25% when you book by 6th July
Based on selected departures in September 2026
Save up to 35% + complimentary meal upgrade
Based on 20th July 2026 departure
Free half-board upgrade
Based on selected departures in October 2026
Stay 7 nights, pay for 6
Based on selected departures in November 2026
Save up to £200pp on honeymoons
Based on selected departures in January 2027
Complimentary spa treatment for two
Based on stays of 7 nights or more
Free kids' places
Based on selected departures in August 2026
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You can upgrade your transfers and flight class when booking (subject to availability).
Local taxes & fees apply upon arrival.
Who's going?
2 adults, 1 child
Duration
7 nights + travel
Departure airport & date
Sat 9 May 2026London Gatwick
Board basis
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- Includes flights, baggage, and private transfers to and from your hotel
- Total flight time ~ 7 hrs
- Total transfer time ~ 2 hrs
- Overnight in Malé may apply (subject to flights & transfers)
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Questions? Sorted.
Do I need a visa to visit the Maldives?
British passport holders are issued a free 30-day visitor visa on arrival. You'll need a passport valid for the duration of your stay, a confirmed onward ticket and proof of your accommodation booking.
When is the best time to visit the Maldives?
November to April is the dry season, with the most reliable sunshine and calmest seas. May to October brings shorter rain showers, lower prices and better surf.
What currency is used in the Maldives, and do I need cash?
The local currency is the Maldivian rufiyaa, but resorts price and bill in US dollars and take major cards. Most guests never need cash — a small amount is handy for tipping.
Is the Maldives good for honeymoons outside peak season?
Yes. Off-peak brings noticeably lower rates and quieter islands, and rain tends to come in short bursts rather than all day. Many resorts add honeymoon extras during these months.
What activities are there for older kids and teens in the Maldives?
Most resorts run watersports centres with windsurfing, kayaking and paddleboarding, plus PADI dive courses from around age ten. Snorkelling safaris, sandbank trips and night fishing all suit older children.
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