Best Hotels In Genting Highlands And Amazing Things To Do There

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Genting Highlands is an integrated resort development, located at the mountain range near KL.

It is targeted as Malaysia’s hub of hotels, casinos, shopping malls and theme park.

Besides famous for being a popular weekend getaway in Malaysia, it is also the only legal gambling spot in Malaysia.

It is easy to get to Genting Highlands, as not only it is just 35 km away from Kuala Lumpur,

but it also offers integrated public transportation options, whether it is by highways or cable car.

Since it is located on the high part of Malaysia, Genting overlooks lush valleys of rainforest with a cooling weather and serene mountain environment on a clear day.

Occasionally, the city would be covered in a cold fog, a rare sight in this humid asian region.

There are many tourist attractions and hotels at Genting that’s worth to mention,

that’s why we’re making a list of best hotels to go and activities to do in Genting while you’re at it!

Before you go, there’s a good info about hotels at Genting Highland.

There are only 6 hotels, all located in an area called Resorts World Genting. Significantly, each hotel have its own features and uniqueness.

Contents

• Best hotels at Genting Highlands to stay:
• • Hotel Genting Grand
• • First World Hotel
• • Crockfords Hotel
• • Genting Skyworlds Hotel
• What amazing things to do in Genting Highlands:
• • Nightlife at Cloud 9
• • A walk on the Genting Highlands Mountain
• • Watch a show at the Arena of Stars
• • Explore Berjaya Hills

 

 

Best hotels at Genting Highlands to stay at:

1. Hotel Genting Grand

One of six hotels at Genting Highlands to stay at would be Hotel Genting Grand that comes with a luxurious concept.

Located on the top of mountain, but right at the city centre of Genting,

there are many activities within close proximity such as Genting Themepark in 300m away or Genting’s famous landmark,

Genting Strawberry Leisure just 4km away.

 

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There are many features you can enjoy within the hotel, including full-service spa, fitness centre, a casino, and child care.

Being the most expensive hotels at Genting, Hotel Genting Grand have spacious rooms  where most highlights its luxurious vibe.

Just like any other hotels in Genting Highlands, on not so clear day guests can’t see many things due to the fog,

but on clear days you can see the mountain landscape from rooms’ window. The bathroom comes with a bathtub.

 

Hotel Genting Grand

Rate starts from $440 or MYR 1940.

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2. First World Hotel

The famous hotel Genting First World is one of hotels at Genting Highlands that’s offering beautiful landscape.

Despite being located on the mountain top of Genting, it is still within walking distance to multiple neon-lit entertainment,

shopping and dining venues that’s directly adjacent to the hotel that is perfectly fit to their Vegas-style concept.

The connectivity to the SkyAvenue mall makes up the hotel’s lack of features you can enjoy within the property,

as you can find light shows and performances, indoor theme park, bowling alley, a winter village with igloos and snowfalls,

and tons of rides that’s perfect for guests who’s travelling with family.

Additionally, this hotel also adjacent directly to Seni Kome Peng Heng arts and culture centre, and a 24-hour casino.

The best way to reach this hotel is by taking the Awana or Genting cable cars from the base of the mountain, which allow panoramic mountain views.

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As one of hotels in Genting highlands, it surely brings lively ambience to Genting’s peaceful mountain landscape.

Hotel Genting Highland First World is massive and bold, with more than 7,000 rooms that’s housed in three huge rainbow-colored towers.

With its massiveness, the hotel doesn’t place itself as an intimate property with its self-check-in machine, atmosphere and design.

Sometimes there are issues for the hotel’s lack of maintenance or cleanliness, but with its low rates and conveniency to the SkyAvenue mall, it is pretty decent.

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First World Genting

Rate starts from $25 or

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3. Crockfords Hotel

Another luxurious hotels at Genting Highlands is Crockfords Hotel, which is the newest hotel among other hotels in Genting Highlands.

Since it is located within Resorts World Genting, the property also only steps away from SkyAvenue Mall, SkyCasino and the SkyTropolis Indoor theme park.

But there is notable difference between Crockfords and other hotels at Genting;

its discreetly entrance that’s tucked away from the bustling activity at Resorts World, which enhancing its brand as an exclusive property.

It is the only hotel in Malaysia that get Forbes’ award.

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Taking its name from the gaming club of the same name in Mayfair, London, Crockfords brings British poshness into Genting Highlands,

with its classy black with flashes of bold colours and glossy brass in their elegant lobby.

Some of the rooms also comes with a butler that’s ready to assist guests to maximize its luxurious concept.

And some more (such as Junior Suite) boasts its stunning mountainous landscapes and sunrise view on a clear day.

Unlike any other hotels at Genting Highlands, this is truly a place where you can enjoy your time just being in the room and within the hotel,

where you can enjoy breakfast in the room and get complimentary cocktail at the Bar if you’re staying for more than two nights.

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Crockfords Hotel

Rate starts from $342 or MYR 1500

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4. Genting Skyworlds Hotel

If you’re traveling with families and looking for hotels at Genting Highland theme park, coming to Genting Skyworlds Hotel might be the perfect option!

Genting Skyworlds Hotel have a chic and fun concept that is spacious and affordable enough for group trips where its biggest room can fit up to 6 people!

It is not a new hotel, but it has been newly revamped giving a major facelift to the hotel.

The hotel is located right at the doorsteps of the Arena of Stars and SkyAvenue, and provide direct access to the brand new Genting Skyworlds Outdoor theme park!

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There are 300 rooms that are divided into 4 categories, where suitable for different groups of travelers.

The largest room houses three queen-sized beds, while the most luxurious suite comes with an indulgent bathtub.

But all rooms are tastefully furnished with colorful design, family-inspired grafitti and contemporary furniture.

It became our one of best hotels at Genting highlands to stay at!

 

Genting Skyworlds Hotel

Rate starts from $64 or MYR 282

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What amazing things to do in Genting Highlands:

1. Nightlife at Cloud 9

One of the reasons that many locals or foreigners come to the Genting Highlands is for the amazing nightlife.

Nonetheless, Genting Highlands is the best place if you want to visit Malaysia’s legal nightlife, including casino.

Make sure to visit Cloud 9 as it is famous as being one of the best clubs in Genting Highlands. Located at the Lower Lobby Level of Hotel Genting Grand,

the club plays a range of music, from R&B to hip hop, and also held live music depending on the night of the week.

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More information about Cloud9 can be accessed here.

 

2. Go for a walk on the Genting Highlands Mountain

If you’re up to some adventures, going for a walk at Genting Highlands is the best way to experience different landscape other than malls and casino!

Do it in the morning and feel Genting’s fresh and refreshing air in the morning.

The easiest trek you can get to is the trek that have been created by Resorts World. The Fashion Forest could get through old rainforest of Titiwangsa mountain range.

If you’re not sure of coming alone, worry not as they provide a guided nature walk that begins every morning at 9am to 11.30 am.

Likewise, the forest is a great place to embrace yourself into the nature and the animal kingdom.

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3. Watch a show at the Arena of Stars

Being one of the best attractions in Genting, you have to come here at least once within your stay.

The Arena of Stars is a huge performing theatre with dazzling lightning system and international stars who regularly play here.

The famous performers that have performed here include Elton John, Black Eyed Peas, Boyz II Men, MLTR, and many others.

The best thing to do if you want to come here is to check out what is on when you are in town so you don’t miss out on seeing one of your favorite performers.

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Check out upcoming performances in Arena of Stars here.

 

4. Explore Berjaya Hills

You were scrolling in Malaysia, but you end up in the cultural French village?

Surprise! A trip to the neighboring Berjaya Hills is all you need.

Inspired by the traditional architecture of Alsace region in France, the beautiful cobbled streets is filled with full of recreations,

lined with quaint French café, art galleries and charming boutique shops where it would take you right to France without having to take 13 hours flight!

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More info about how to get to Berjaya Hills here.