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First World Hotel

3.0 of 5
Genting Highlands Resort, Genting Highlands 69000, Malaysia
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First World Hotel
3.0 of 5 stars 670 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Theme park(76)
  • INDOOR THEME PARK(20)
  • Indoor and outdoor(14)
  • Very small(13)
  • Cable car(12)
  • Peak season(9)
  • Deluxe room(8)
  • Standard room(8)
  • Buffet breakfast(7)
  • Shopping mall(5)
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Allahabad, India
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

A nice place but lots of crowd. Had to wait 2 hours at reception for rooms.Our flight came in morning at 6:40 AM at Kuala Lumpur international airport.We went to Genting Highlands and reached there by 10 AM. When we reached the hotel, first thing we saw that the big crowd around the reception place. Our queue number was 172... More

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Chennai (Madras), India
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

This hotel has Guinness records for the number of rooms. It took 45 mins to check-in. Crowded. The rooms are very good with all the basic facilities. Comfortable and clean. The windows could be opened only to a small extent. That provides safety as well as a good view of th mountains. We loved the scenic views through the window.... More

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Denver, CO
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Its a massive hotel. I was there at Genting during Christmas. The atmosphere was electrifying, very well decorated. A bit crowded but that is expected in that time of the year. This hotel is massive hotel with huge lobby area. Read the room number indicated in the lobby otherwise its difficult to find room. Room size i would same is... More

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Kuala Lumpur
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW
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This hotel's room rate is lowest compared to other Genting's hotels/resorts. Room size is small, basic queen size bed,10" small tv, basic room amenities, toilet is clean. But the room has cigarette smoke smell. We found out that all floors are smoking floors except 3 floors. Hence, guests are freely to smoke in the room and hallways, which made the... More

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New Delhi
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

It was good to see at least some hospitality in Malaysia after horrible experience at Hotel KL Sentral Kualalampur, Check in was quite comfortable , Place (Genting) were very much crowded, Don't go for any ride as every where you have to wait at least half an hour for your turn. Maintenance of amusement park is very much poor so... More

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singapore
2 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

Check in: staff take their own sweet time to check in, they dont border how long you have waited the process to get your room. suggest check in early, if you check in at 3pm, they will tell you most of the room have already check in so you dont have other choice.. Room: stayed at deluxe room, room is... More

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16 reviews 16 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012
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First world hotel is one of the largest hotel ever seen. More than 30 counters to check in, gave a feel of Airport! Amazing place within Genting which is a paradise in itself. Good stay for Indian travellers More

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Singapore, Singapore
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

The place is HUGE!!! The first hotel we had to take a number and wait in the queue to check in.They have 30 counters to check you in!!!Another thing that hits you is how crowded the hotel is. The rooms and bathrooms are basic but more importantly clean with hot water available 24/7. Its a fun hotel with the indoor... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012
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The rooms are lovely and te environment is ver clean and tidy the theme park and fun and trilling and awesome And lastly the food in all restaurant are tasty and delicious More

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Mangalore, India
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Stayed at this hotel for two night The place is huge with 6118 rooms. They have 30 counters to check in . A bit confusing!! crowed!! Rooms were nice and clean , Indoor and out door theme parks were really nice .Breakfast ,lungh & dinner was superb! More

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Address: Genting Highlands Resort, Genting Highlands 69000, Malaysia
Price range (per night):* RM110 - 443

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