FIRST WORLD HOTEL, GENTING HIGHLANDS
One of the world's largest hotels and a landmark accommodation destination in Genting Highlands. The world's largest hotel offers an astronomical 7,351 rooms
Overview
First World Hotel is the largest hotel within Genting Highlands and has been recognized as one of the world's largest hotels by room count. Its colorful exterior towers have become one of the most recognizable landmarks in Malaysia's premier mountain resort destination.
Located adjacent to SkyAvenue, Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park, and Resorts World Genting's entertainment facilities, the hotel serves as a convenient base for visitors exploring the resort.
The hotel offers thousands of rooms across multiple towers, ranging from budget-friendly accommodations to upgraded room categories suitable for families and leisure travelers.
Due to its central location and extensive facilities, First World Hotel remains one of the most popular accommodation choices for visitors arriving from Kuala Lumpur and other parts of Malaysia.
Tower Breakdown: The property consists of Tower 1, Tower 2, and the newer Tower 2 Annex (which added 1,233 rooms to reclaim the world record).
Room Options: Accommodations feature basic configurations tailored to different budgets, including Standard, Deluxe, Triple, and World Club rooms.
Integrated Amenities: The hotel connects directly to the First World Plaza, giving guests seamless indoor access to a theme park, shopping malls, a casino, and dozens of restaurants.
Facilities at First World Hotel
- Standard Rooms
- Y5 Deluxe Rooms
- Family Rooms
- 24-Hour Reception
- Self Check-In Kiosks
- Luggage Storage Facilities
- Shopping Access via SkyAvenue
- Restaurants and Cafés
- Convenience Stores
- Direct Access to Resort Attractions
Areas Open to Guests
- Hotel Lobby
- Reception Area
- Self Check-In Zone
- Guest Room Towers
- Retail Walkways
- Connected Shopping Areas
- Dining Facilities
- SkyAvenue Access Points
How to Access
By Car
- Drive via the Karak Highway towards Genting Highlands
- Follow signs to Resorts World Genting
- Multi-storey parking facilities available nearby
From Kuala Lumpur
- Approximately 1 to 1.5 hours by car
- Popular weekend getaway destination
From Genting Premium Outlets
- Accessible via Awana SkyWay cable car
- Approximately 10 minutes cable car ride to SkyAvenue Station
Public Transport
- Express buses from Kuala Lumpur
- Awana SkyWay cable car service
- Taxi and e-hailing services
- Hotel transfer services
Transportation services listed on this website are for reference only and may vary over time. Please verify with the respective provider for the most up-to-date information.
Room Rates
- Standard Rooms: Budget-friendly rates available
- Deluxe Rooms: Higher comfort level and amenities
- Family Rooms: Suitable for larger groups
- Peak Season: Higher rates during weekends and holidays
- Promotional Packages: Often bundled with attractions and entertainment
Room rates and promotions listed on this website are for reference only and may vary over time. Please verify with the hotel for the most up-to-date information.
Guest Experience
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Convenient Location:
Guests can easily walk to shopping malls, theme parks, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
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Cool Mountain Climate:
The high-altitude environment provides refreshing temperatures throughout the year.
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Family-Friendly Stay:
The hotel is popular with families visiting Genting Highlands attractions.
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Resort Atmosphere:
Visitors enjoy a complete integrated resort experience with accommodation, dining, shopping, and entertainment in one location.
Key Tips for Guests
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Book Early:
Weekends, school holidays, and festive seasons often sell out quickly.
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Use Self Check-In:
Automated kiosks can reduce waiting times during busy periods.
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Bring Warm Clothing:
Evening temperatures are often cooler than in Kuala Lumpur.
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Explore Nearby Attractions:
Most major Genting attractions are within walking distance.
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Check Promotional Packages:
Hotel packages may include attraction tickets and dining discounts.
Nearby Tourist Attractions
- SkyAvenue
- Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park
- Genting Casino
- Arena of Stars
- Awana SkyWay Station
- Chin Swee Cave Temple
- Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park
- Genting Highlands Premium Outlets