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Tony’s Guesthouse at Teluk Bahang in Batu Ferringhi provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a terrace. This guest house provides free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. When staying at the guest house, guests can use private entrance. This place is more than just a guesthouse—it’s Surrounded by national parks, beaches, valleys, hiking trails, every feels like a natural world. What makes it even more special is that the guesthouse itself feels like an extension of nature. Staying here, you don’t just visit nature—you become part of it. I loved how I could enjoy the serenity of being alone, fully immersed in the peaceful surroundings. At the same time, the backpacker has a great place to meet travelers from all over the world and exchange life stories. It was the perfect balance of solitude and social cronnection. And then there’s Tony, He is not just a wonderful host but also a warm and friendly person who loves meeting new people. He shared so many interesting stories with us—especially about his animals and the experiences that come with raising them. His passion and kindness made the stay even more memorable. Tony, thank you for creating such a cozy and special place. After a long year of busyness, I finally had the chance to slow down and enjoy a truly wonderful holiday in your little paradise. I hope to return

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9.1
Superb
1,077 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

Situated in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach and 600 metres from 1st Avenue Penang, Melayu Villa by Aayu - 8 mins walk to Armenian St features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a garden and a shared lounge. The property features inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar. The guest house has family rooms. Great location, close to wall painting street and Kimberly night market. So nice host of hospitality helps us a lot. The room with high ceiling gives us space for luggage, pretty good! The hotel also offers coffee, tea, hot/cold water and bread, which is very considerate. I will come back again next time

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9.2
Superb
238 reviews
Price from
US$36
per night

Located 2.5 km from Northam Beach, Heritage Villa by Aayu - 10 mins walk to Armenian St in George Town provides rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi. The property features quiet street views and is 700 metres from 1st Avenue Penang and 800 metres from Wonderfood Museum. The accommodation offers a housekeeping service and a shared lounge for guests. Really lovely place! The room was clean and modern and the hosts were so helpful. They sent us some brilliant guides that we used to see the city, they were responsive to our messages and sent a staff member to say hello when we arrived. There was even some bread provided in the communal area, in case we got hungry. We did, and it was delicious - we think it was coffee flavoured. Do note that the private bathroom is just across the hallway, but the place was lovely and quiet and was in no way an issue at all. Would absolutely recommend this place.

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9.3
Superb
337 reviews
Price from
US$38
per night

Featuring a year-round outdoor pool, a sauna and a hot tub, Urban Suites TWO Or THREE Bedroom Georgetown by ANC is set in Jelutong, 3.8 km from 1st Avenue Penang and 4 km from Penang Times Square. It is located 4.4 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and features a lift. The homestay offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Spacious… nice amenities, well thought.. we have almost evertything we need..

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9.3
Superb
283 reviews
Price from
US$58
per night

Located within 2.4 km of Northam Beach and 600 metres of 1st Avenue Penang, Aayu Melayu - George Town Penang provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town. The property features city and inner courtyard views, and is less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, full-day security and luggage storage for guests. It is rare to receive such a warm, hospitable welcome. The hosts received us with activities suggestions, maps of local sights and eateries and were open to accommodating our extra needs. The location was really convenient on a quiet street just a few minutes walk from the main area. Cozy hip coffeeshops are right on the corner as well as places preferred by Georgetown locals. Key destinations such as Armenian street or famous jetis are also very conveniently close. The shared spaces and rooms are beautifully designed with a minimalistic approach. The room and facilities were particularly clean and we would surely stay here again!

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9.2
Superb
344 reviews
Price from
US$35
per night

Located in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach, Aayu Stewart - Stewart Ln, George Town provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. This recently renovated guest house is located 500 metres from Wonderfood Museum and 1.3 km from 1st Avenue Penang. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Convenient location, but still quiet. Beautiful renovated old house. Nice room. Even the shared bathroom was stylish. Seamless online check in.

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9.3
Superb
664 reviews
Price from
US$36
per night

Located within a few steps of Tanjung Bungah Beach and 3.4 km of Straits Quay, Smell rose beach garden花语海沙滩花园 features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Batu Ferringhi. This homestay provides free private parking and a shared kitchen. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Just on the beach, nice livingroom, porch and outside dining area. You hear the waves. Great place for grab to deliver local breakfast. Rooms are nice, light colours, clean, easy check in. Host allowed us to use his washingmachine. Price was ok. Would return. Taxis are cheap so it is easy to get to whereever you need to be.

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9.1
Superb
160 reviews
Price from
US$80
per night

Located in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach, Cocoa Mews Cafe and Homestay provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free WiFi and a shared kitchen. The property is around 2 km from Penang Times Square, 8.2 km from Straits Quay and 8.2 km from Penang Botanic Gardens. Penang Hill is 9.4 km from the guest house and Queensbay Mall is 12 km away. Check in and check out is very simple. Rooms are clean and cozy, but the lack of a window does feel suffocating sometimes. shared bathrooms are clean. Breakfast is complimentary and there are several snacks available in the kitchen for the guests. Common areas are clean as well. There are beautiful friendly cats at the stay, so please bear in mind about cat hair and allergies if you do stay there. Howie and Amit were wonderful hosts, spent time talking to us, telling us what we can do around georgetown and penang. Howie sends updates in the Whatsapp group about places we can visit and rent scooters from, which was very helpful. All in all, a wonderful experience. We loved Howie's energy! Thank you so much again. Would definitely stay again.

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9.5
Exceptional
533 reviews
Price from
US$16
per night

Located in George Town and only 70 metres from Tanjung Bungah Beach, Sea Lion by the beach provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. There is a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay. Every room has a patio with garden views. the owners are the most kind and helpful people you can find. they make you feel you are home ☺️☺️ they are the best. and last but not least “Buddy” their cat is so beautiful!!

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9.5
Exceptional
110 reviews
Price from
US$18
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Nature Fruit Farm - Private Estate is located in Balik Pulau, 23 km from Penang Hill and 23 km from Taman Rimba Teluk Bahang. The property features mountain and river views, and is 18 km from Queensbay Mall. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Overall ambience is really awesome. They decorated the place with lots of old school furniture and little antics. Has a nice kampung feeling. Hosts were really friendly and accommodating! I would say they really put heart and soul into the place! I really like the fruit orchard it is a nice walk and also the communal areas are very cosy. If you like the sound of nature and quiet from the city this is the place for you. Complementary tea and coffee provided.

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9
Superb
135 reviews
Price from
US$56
per night

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