Every one of us who traveled to Genting Highlands will have stayed at First World Hotel, the largest hotel in the world. But what if I told you that it is haunted, and many Malaysians believe that it is one of the most, if not the most haunted hotel in Malaysia…..
About First World Hotel Genting
The world’s largest hotel offers an astronomical 7,351 rooms, a wide selection to spoil travelers of every budget.
First World Hotel is situated at the heart of Resorts World Genting, giving guests easy access to key locations such as the First World Plaza, SkyAvenue, Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park, and Genting International Convention Centre.
First World Hotel Tower 1
Opened in 2001, Tower 1 was one of the ‘original’ FWH, and houses Standard Rooms, World Club Rooms, and World Club 2 Rooms.
First World Hotel Tower 2
FWH Tower 2 opened in 2006, and houses more variety of rooms, including Deluxe Rooms, Superior Deluxe Rooms, and Triple Rooms. Tower 2 has been refurbished over the years.
First World Hotel Tower 3
A new addition to FWH, Tower 3, or previously known as Tower 2A, was opened in 2014. It regained its title of being the ‘Largest Hotel in The World’ after the opening of Tower 3. It consists of Y5 Deluxe Rooms and Y5 Triple Rooms.
First World Hotel Haunted Stories
There are many rumors surrounding FWH, many of which point towards disturbing happenings in and within First World Hotel rooms.
First World Hotel Haunted Rooms
While there are no particular rooms mentioned online, one did pop up on Tripadvisor’s review page. It was Room 11906 of Tower 2. The reviewer mentioned that he was ‘pressed’ by an unknown force while he was sleeping, and his voice changed! You can read the original review here.
First World Hotel Haunted Floor(s)
One of the most popular theories, and proven to be correct, was that there is a mysterious ’21st Floor’ that was shut off from everyone. The reason why people are unable to access the 21st floor was that the lift never stops on that floor! Rumor has it that the 21st floor was ‘cursed’ and that unknown figures were spotted.
Other Haunting Stories
Most of the guests in FWH and Genting Highlands are casino-goers and urban legend say that FWH is the most ‘suitable’ place for unlucky gamblers to commit suicide when they lost large sums of their money and are in huge debts. Why suitable? Because FWH is one of the cheaper options for accommodation in a rather overpriced resort. Ghosts are seen jumping off the window, walking in the corridors, and disappearing into the thick mist. Some of the rooms were also ‘sealed’ and kept vacant for rather ‘unpleasant guests’ as guests were reported feeling ill and unwell during their stay in those rooms.
Some guests also reported smelling incense throughout their stay at FWH, and FWH is also a ‘resting place’ for ghosts who died in landslides, or car accidents during their trip up the highlands. There were also reported hauntings and poltergeists happening during the early days of FWH operation.
What do you think about FWH? Do you think it is as haunted as what the rumors says? Share with us your experience staying in FWH in the comment section below.
Too afraid to stay in a haunted hotel? Why not check out The Chow Kit, voted as one the new best hotels in the world in 2020. Read about our stay at The Chow Kit here.
