First World Hotel is now the World’s Largest Hotel

With 7,351 rooms, First World Hotel has earned the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title as the World’s largest hotel once again. The three-star hotel won that recognition before between 2006 and 2013 when it had 6,118 rooms. Today, it is a symbol of innovation excellence for Resorts World Genting regaining this title.

Presenting the award at the Guinness World Records office in London today is Mr Alan Pixley, adjudicator for Guinness World Records to Mr Edward Holloway, Senior Vice President, Hotel Operations of Resorts World Genting.

Mr Alan Pixley said, ‘Our congratulations go to First World Hotel for the opening of the new block and for claiming back the Guinness World Records title for the World’s largest hotel.’

Proud recipient Edward said, ‘We are very pleased to once again receive this recognition. The hotel has received over 35.5 million guests over the nine years since its first record in 2006. The endorsement by the world’s authority on this record-breaking achievement is icing on the cake, and more. It spells further excitement for the iconic hill resort even as it helps strengthen Malaysia on the international map for excellence in tourism and hospitality.’

The new block annex 2A, with its newly decorated rooms and accompanying entertainment and F&B outlets in full swing, offers a new phase to the hotel. The transformation plans at Resorts World Genting have seen not only a higher number of rooms at First World Hotel but also a host of new features, from accommodation to entertainment to F&B.

New dimension in dining and entertainment

More dynamic and stylish than before, First World Hotel ushers in a new era for the hill resort. F&B outlets have been remodeled with new ones introduced, adding a new dimension in terms of dining and entertainment. And by 2016 the eagerly awaited 20th Century Fox World Theme Park, Genting Premium Outlet, brand new shopping mall Sky Avenue and a new cable system will be unveiled, completing the transformation that beckons Malaysia’s premier holiday resort to the next phase.

There are many firsts at the now visually stunning First World Hotel that are deserving of recognition; amongst them the Express Check-in and Check-out Kiosks, the first in South East Asia, and an innovatively-designed walkway leading to the lobby that comes complete with atmospheric “Chillout” music.

Among the new features at Resorts World Genting are the new living spaces in First World Hotel; in the form of Tower 2 Annex, an extension to Tower 1, and Tower 2.

But as importantly, small details go a long way in creating a whole new ambience: glass toilets and shower in the rooms and USB with international electric sockets facilities near the bed are relevant features that should score points with the trendy and contemporary crowd.

Likewise the signature Terminal 2 Cafe offering Wifi, creates positive vibes with the contemporary and vibrant atmosphere it evokes.

Moving with the times

Back then the hotel was designed as a basic hotel providing comfortable, clean and affordable rooms. Today, travelers are well traveled and there is a demand for better quality rooms.

A study on customer requirements preceded one-and-a-half years of planning and renovations at the Tower 2 Annex at the cost of RM300 million.

Trendy and cosy rooms

Elegant simplicity greets guests in their room. The new annex makes better use of space, compared to the initial two towers of First World Hotel. Designed to be functional but yet chic, the guest rooms come in lively and vibrant splashes of yellow and design.

The intention is to create a standard hotel experience: enhanced room interior that is centered on a great bed to ensure a good night’s rest. All basic amenities are there to complete the picture of sanctuary away from home.

Frosted lime green glass walls act as dividers between the toilet, shower and sink, and the laminated floor has warm earthy tones. The rooms come with either two single beds or a double, and an open hanging cupboard provides good storage space with safe boxes and mini-fridge.

The Tower 2 Annex has altogether 1,286 brand new rooms with new names such as XYZ Deluxe and XYZ Triple. The average size of the rooms is 179.70 sq ft. What differentiates them: amenities; XYZ Deluxe rooms offer either two single beds or one queen bed while XYZ Triple rooms offer one single bed and one queen bed. XYZ Triple is ideal for family or a party of three.