Singapore & Penang
Multi-centre
From £4,234pp
Sat 9 May · 7 nightsLondon Heathrow2 adults, 1 child · 1 room
PenangMalaysia
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Our rating
TripadvisorBased on 6,874 reviews
A tropical treat of sand, sea and swimming
Beautiful grounds are scattered with century-old trees and tropical flowers at this classic Penang resort.
Rasa Sayang is a tropical beachfront escape with all the advantages Shangri-La's world-renowned style and service. It’s got a joyous mix of swimming pools, spa treatments, golf and kids activities alongside an excellent choice of restaurants and bars including the 3D art-led FIP lounge, all-day dining at the Spice Market and al fresco meals at Pinang.
Best for:
Beaches & Islands / Beach Holidays
Avg flight time7 hrs
Avg transfer timeApprox. 45 minutes' transfer from Penang airport
SettingBeach Hotel, Hotel
A tropical treat of sand, sea and swimming
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.
If you love French cuisine, look no further than La Belle Vie
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.
A tropical treat of sand, sea and swimming
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.
A tropical treat of sand, sea and swimming
Rooms and suites
In the Garden Wing, choose either a Deluxe Garden View Room or Deluxe Seaview Room. If you opt for a Rasa Wing Room, you’ll have access to the exclusive lounge, where afternoon tea (3.00pm - 4.00pm daily) and evening cocktails are served (5.30pm - 7.00pm), alongside a whole host of other privileges such as express check-in and use of the Rasa Wing Pool (guests 16 and above). There are 304 rooms here.
Garden Wing Deluxe Garden Room
Overlooking the resort’s tropical gardens. • air-conditioning • balcony • king-size or twin beds • free Wi-Fi • television • minibar • tea and coffee making facilities • separate shower and bath • 42m²
Garden Wing Deluxe Seaview Room
Similar to the Garden Wing Deluxe Gardenview but with a view across the resort towards the sea. • air-conditioning • balcony • king-size or twin beds • free Wi-Fi • television • minibar • tea and coffee making facilities • separate shower and bath • 42m²
Garden Wing Superior Family
Spacious room with large balcony overlooking the resort's gardens. • air-conditioning • balcony • king-size and single bed or sofa bed • free Wi-Fi • television • mini-fridge • tea and coffee making facilities • separate shower and bath • 50m²
Garden Wing Deluxe Family
Similar to Garden Wing Superior Family but with slightly more space. • air-conditioning • balcony • king-size and twin beds • free Wi-Fi • television • mini-fridge • tea and coffee making facilities • separate shower and bath • 60m²
Garden Wing Executive Family
Consisting of two rooms interconnecting with a door. • air-conditioning • balcony • king-size and twin beds • free Wi-Fi • television • mini-fridge • tea and coffee making facilities • separate shower and bath • 76m²
Rasa Wing Rasa Superior Room
Located in the exclusive Rasa Wing, guests in these rooms can enjoy privileges such as express check-in, access to the Rasa Wing Lounge and swimming pool and late check-out (subject to availability). These rooms overlook the resort. • air-conditioning • king-size or twin beds • free Wi-Fi • television • minibar • tea and coffee making facilities • separate shower and bath • late check-out (subject to availability) • complimentary daily afternoon tea and cocktails in the Rasa Wing Lounge • access to the Rasa Wing Pool • 40m²
Rasa Wing Rasa Deluxe Room
Located on the ground floor these rooms have a private garden and guests can enjoy Rasa Wing privileges. • air-conditioning • terrace • king-size or twin beds • free Wi-Fi • television • minibar • tea and coffee making facilities • separate shower and bath • late check-out (subject to availability) • complimentary daily afternoon tea and cocktails in the Rasa Wing Lounge • access to the Rasa Wing Pool • 44m²
Rasa Wing Rasa Junior Suite
Expansive open-floor plan bedroom leading to a private balcony with garden or pool views. • air-conditioning • king-size and twin beds • private balcony with soaking tub • free Wi-Fi • television • minibar • tea and coffee making facilities • separate shower and bath • late check-out (subject to availability) • complimentary daily afternoon tea and cocktails in the Rasa Wing Lounge • access to the Rasa Wing Pool • 62m²
Food & drink
The resort’s restaurants have everything from fine dining to refreshing poolside snacks. If you stay in the Garden Wing, a buffet breakfast will be served at the Spice Market Café. If you opt for a Rasa Wing Room, you can choose to dine either here or enjoy an à la carte breakfast at the Feringgi Grill. The Feringgi Bar is open throughout the evening and is an idyllic spot for pre or post-dinner drinks. For an al fresco lunch or dinner, head to the poolside Pinang Restaurant and Bar, which serves light meals and drinks and has views out over the sea and a daily happy hour. At the Fun, Interactive, Play Lounge (FIP), chill out and enjoy the laid-back ambience.
If you opt for a Garden Wing room, you will be served your breakfast at the Spice Market Café, an informal venue with both indoor and outdoor dining available. In the evening, the authentic cuisine served here reflects Malaysia and Penang’s diverse cultures, including Malay, Indian, Nyonya, Chinese, Japanese and Thai.
Rasa Wing guests can choose either a buffet breakfast at the Spice Market Café or an à la carte morning meal at the Feringgi Grill and Bar which overlooks the gardens. The restaurant is also open to all guests (over 7 years) for dinner and here you can enjoy modern grill cuisine while sipping vintage wines. The adjacent Feringgi Bar is open throughout the evening until late and is the perfect spot for pre or post-dinner drinks.
For an al fresco lunch or dinner, head to the poolside Pinang Restaurant and Bar which offers light meals and drinks, views out over the sea and a daily happy hour. At the Fun, Interactive, Play Lounge (FIP), enjoy a laid-back ambience with a variety of fun-themed options adorning the menu. Sandwiches, light snacks, cup cakes and other goodies can all be purchased at the charming Rasa Deli.
The location of Pinang Restaurant & Bar is rather special, particularly to watch the sun set over the water whilst sipping on a cocktail made by the mixologists.
A la carte Beach bar Pool bar Buffet Bar
A tropical treat of sand, sea and swimming
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
A tropical treat of sand, sea and swimming
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.
A tropical treat of sand, sea and swimming
In the area
On the island’s main beach Batu Ferringhi
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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
A tropical treat of sand, sea and swimming
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 |
A tropical treat of sand, sea and swimming
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
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Save up to 25% when you book by 6th July
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Save up to 35% + complimentary meal upgrade
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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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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
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- Total flight time ~ 7 hrs
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- 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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