The short answer
Genting Grand: what visitors should know first
Choose it if you want an established five-star base at the older part of the resort and an Indian restaurant in the building. It is next to the Genting SkyWay arrival, and a casino is on site, which not every family wants.
History and context
The story behind Genting Grand
Genting Hotel opened in 1981, later becoming Genting Grand with 422 rooms. The casino in the complex was refurbished in 2024.
Useful facts
Genting Grand facts at a glance
- Location
- Genting Grand complex, summit
- Stay style
- Five-star resort hotel
- Rooms
- 422
- Opened
- 1981
- Location trade-off
- Casino and crowds on site
- Operator
- Resorts World Genting
Why it matters
Why Genting Grand is worth your time
Genting Hotel opened in 1981 and is now known as Genting Grand, with 422 rooms. It belongs to the early generation of resort hotels on the hill, long before SkyAvenue and the theme parks arrived.
It matters if you want a five-star stay with an Indian restaurant in the same complex, and a straightforward link to the Genting SkyWay. The casino means it is not the right choice for every family.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Spice Garden
An Indian restaurant listed in the Genting Grand complex with tandoor dishes.
- 02
Cable car arrival
The Genting SkyWay arrives close by.
- 03
Early resort heritage
One of the earliest hotels on the hill, opened in 1981.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Genting Grand sits at the older end of the resort, next to the Genting SkyWay arrival. The complex also houses the historic Genting Casino, which was refurbished in 2024, so expect a lively atmosphere, especially at weekends.
Spice Garden, an Indian restaurant listed in the Genting Grand complex, is the main reason many Indian guests stay or pass through here. Verify opening times and menu before you go.
If you want a quieter or more traditional resort, consider Resorts World Awana, but if you want to be central and close to the cable car, this is a convenient choice.
Plan with confidence
Before you book the room.
- Ask for a room close to lifts
- Confirm Spice Garden's hours before you go
- Decide in advance how you feel about the casino
- Book early for holidays
- Carry a warm layer
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Genting Grand complex, summit of Genting Highlands
- Time needed
- Overnight stay
- Best time
- Weekdays; book early for holidays
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- A large complex with lifts and a wheelchair ramp at the entrance has been photographed. Walks between buildings can be long, so ask for rooms close to lifts and restaurants.
- Tickets and access
- Hotel facilities are for guests. The casino has its own entry rules, so check them before planning a visit.
Best for
Plan it with
Book with confidence
Check rates at Genting Grand
Compare room types, cancellation terms and breakfast before you book. Ask for a ground-floor or lift-access room if anyone finds stairs hard.
Affiliate link — we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Prices are live on the partner site.
Travelling with parents?
A large complex with lifts and a wheelchair ramp at the entrance has been photographed. Walks between buildings can be long, so ask for rooms close to lifts and restaurants.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
When did Genting Grand open?
It opened in 1981 as Genting Hotel.
Is there Indian food here?
Spice Garden, an Indian restaurant, is listed in the Genting Grand complex.
Is it a casino hotel?
The Genting Casino is in the complex, so it is part of the atmosphere.
Sources and further reading
- Wikipedia: Resorts World Genting
- Wikipedia: Genting Highlands
- Resorts World Genting: vegetarian dining guide
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.