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SAVV HOTEL

Hotel in George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.8 km from Northam Beach, SAVV HOTEL features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

А
Адриана
From
Bulgaria
One of the cleanest hotels I’ve been in. Also the location is perfect - right next to Chew Jetty and the ferry port. I recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,752 reviews
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US$73.61
1 night, 2 adults
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The Prestige Hotel Penang, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotel in George Town

Set in George Town, 2.6 km from Northam Beach, The Prestige Hotel Penang, a Member of Design Hotels offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

S
Saida
From
Jordan
The room was simply one of the cutest most beautiful rooms i've ever stayed had, had a unique character and style that I loved so much. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. I forgot my rental car keys at breakfast, and only found out the next stay, the same day I had to drop off the car, they kept them safe for me at the reception, I was about to have a heart attack. The room has the most wonderful rooftop pool area with a stunning panoramic view to the water. Loved everything about the stay, and the breakfast was really good too. The hotel even had a full itinerary planned for the guests for all the attractions to see around the city.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,012 reviews
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US$118.62
1 night, 2 adults
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Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

Hotel in George Town

Housed in a Chinese courtyard-style mansion, The Blue Mansion offers boutique accommodation tastefully furnished with antique fittings.

H
Harish
From
India
Beautiful old property. Lots of history. Big rooms. Excellent staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,199 reviews
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US$163.52
1 night, 2 adults
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Eastern & Oriental Hotel

Hotel in George Town

Situated in George Town, 1.4 km from Northam Beach, Eastern & Oriental Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

a
aemurray
From
Hong Kong
Everything was perfect, will definitely recommend to my friends.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,404 reviews
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US$188.66
1 night, 2 adults
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Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG

Hotel in Bukit Mertajam

Situated in Bukit Mertajam, 9.2 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a...

D
Dharii_2205
From
Malaysia
Spectacular room. Perfect for solo travelers. The bed was spacious. The staff were extremely friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews
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US$70.59
1 night, 2 adults
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Penang Marriott Hotel

Hotel in George Town

Penang Marriott Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in George Town. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service.

B
BennieM
From
Netherlands
Brand New, squaky clean and the friendliest staff. Beautiful views.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews
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US$171.12
1 night, 2 adults
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88 Armenian

Hotel in George Town

Located in George Town and with Northam Beach reachable within 2.4 km, 88 Armenian provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

A
Anton
From
Switzerland
This hotel is an absolute gem - located inside the UNESCO World Heritage George Town old city centre and a stone's throw from most of the street art, the family jetties and most of the street food markets, it's a fantastic location for fellow foodies or culture connoisseurs looking to explore George Town on their own two feet. The rooms are modern (beware the touchpad menus if you're not tech-savvy, though) and very well furnished, with some of the comfiest beds I've had the pleasure to sleep in in the last decade. The experience is topped off by truly brilliant staff - from before our visit until the very last minute of our stay, the team made sure that our stay at the hotel (which was part of our SE Asia honeymoon tour) was truly special. A shout out to Suet Chin (for the pre-planning and arranging of transfers and a food tour guide), and KC and AiTee for looking after us on-site, including an initial 15-minute briefing on the hotel and George Town with many, many recommendations. Appreciated the turndown service and the small goodies we found in our room each evening - from the coconut cookies to the iced tea and the bath butler service! Whenever we'll be back to Penang, we're sure to visit again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
US$337.33
1 night, 2 adults
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East Indies Mansion

Hotel in George Town

Set in a restored private mansion, East Indies Mansion is located in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town.

C
Celia
From
Netherlands
A beautiful historic building with an updated pleasant interior. Attentive friendly staff with good suggestions about what to see in Penang. Very clean. Great breakfast. I would certainly advise friends to stay there
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 494 reviews
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US$102.89
1 night, 2 adults
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Seven Terraces

Hotel in George Town

Located in the capital city of Penang, Seven Terraces is only within a 5-minute walk to the significant Goddess of Mercy Temple and the popular Penang Peranakan Mansion.

D
David
From
Switzerland
The furniture (it is like a museum) The court which is so elegant The staff helped me with my suitcase Reception was friendly Good AC Comfy bed Amazing location Good price for that value
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 371 reviews
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US$193.70
1 night, 2 adults
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Campbell House

Hotel in George Town

Campbell House is conveniently located a 5-minute drive from Penang Museum and is surrounded by a variety of local shopping and eating options.

E
Eimear
From
Ireland
Excellent location, brilliant customer service - especially at the front desk who gave lots of recommendations, really nice breakfast.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 613 reviews
Price from
US$116.34
1 night, 2 adults
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Penang's best hotels with breakfast

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Set in George Town and with Northam Beach reachable within 1.6 km, Citadines Connect Bertam Georgetown Penang offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi...

    From US$111.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

    Situated in Bayan Lepas, 1.5 km from Hammer Bay Beach, Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness...

    From US$115.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

    Located in George Town, 500 metres from Northam Beach, Marriott Executive Apartments Penang provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

    From US$272.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

    The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection is in Georgetown, just 3 minutes' drive from the New Central Business District. It has spacious suites with free Wi-Fi.

    From US$180.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,806 reviews

    Situated in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach, Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

    From US$97.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,222 reviews

    Set in George Town, 1.4 km from Northam Beach, The George Penang by The Crest Collection offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    From US$167.04 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,863 reviews

    Set in Bayan Lepas, 5.2 km from Queensbay Mall, Amari SPICE Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

    From US$98.89 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,209 reviews

    Set in Bukit Mertajam, 9.2 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, Citadines Prai Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a fitness centre.

    From US$90.81 per night

Budget hotels in Penang

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 44 reviews

    Aayu Chowrasta - 3 mins walk to Penang Road Chendul is located in George Town, 1.2 km from Penang Times Square and 1.3 km from Wonderfood Museum.

    From US$38.12 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

    Featuring 3-star accommodation, The Bibik at 8 Clarke -NEW Entire #Unesco #HeritageHome is situated in George Town, less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and a 14-minute walk from 1st Avenue...

    From US$84.45 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,195 reviews

    Situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Northam Beach, 乔治市世纪酒店 The Century Boutique Hotel George Town features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

    From US$57.11 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,143 reviews

    Set in Bukit Mertajam, 13 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, FUHOTEL offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

    From US$61.68 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,477 reviews

    Located in Batu Ferringhi, 2.8 km from Batu Ferringhi Beach, Bahang Bay Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

    From US$86.19 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,933 reviews

    Set in George Town, less than 1 km from Northam Beach, OZO George Town Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

    From US$67.68 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,275 reviews

    Located in George Town and with Tanjung Tokong Beach reachable within 700 metres, Jazz Hotel Penang provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout the property...

    From US$107.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,910 reviews

    Located in Georgetown, Le Dream Boutique Hotel offers modern accommodation with free WiFi access. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle and a minibar.

    From US$115.03 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,199 reviews

    Housed in a Chinese courtyard-style mansion, The Blue Mansion offers boutique accommodation tastefully furnished with antique fittings.

    From US$205.11 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 628 reviews

    Noordin Mews is a boutique hotel housed in a historical building in central Penang. It offers an outdoor pool and provides free Wi-Fi throughout the building.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 367 reviews

    Situated within the UNESCO World Heritage city of Georgetown, Coffee Atelier is a collection of 5 beautifully-restored shophouses dating back to 1927.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 551 reviews

    A restored 19th century building, Yeng Keng Hotel is located in George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Penang. It offers an outdoor pool, a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.

    From US$206.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

    Featuring 5-star accommodation, 22 Skyview is set in Bukit Mertajam, 16 km from Sunway Carnival Mall and 19 km from Penang Bridge.

    From US$25.64 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews

    Nam Keng Hotel Penang is situated in George Town, 1.1 km from Penang Times Square and 7.5 km from Straits Quay. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a shared lounge and a 24-hour front desk.

    From US$134.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews

    Located in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach, Wifi Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Set in Jelutong, within 2.7 km of 1st Avenue Penang and 2.9 km of Penang Times Square, Maritime Suites by Stellar ALV offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the...

FAQs about hotels in Penang

A Palm-Lined Pearl

An island and part of the mainland make up the small Malaysian region of Penang, also known as the ‘pearl of the Orient’. It has long been coveted and the capital Georgetown has many elegant Colonial buildings. The observation deck of the KOMTAR tower – the tallest building – offers spectacular views of the town and surrounding mountains.

A funicular railway goes up to Penang Hill deep in the forest. Nearby Air Itam has one of Asia’s largest Buddhist temples - Kek Lok Si – lit by hundreds of lights at night. Another fantastic temple is Taoist Kong Hock Keong in Georgetown.

Penang Airport is near southern Bayan Lepas, and across the Malacca Strait is Pulau Jerejak, a peaceful island where trees merge into ocean.

In the much livelier north, Batu Feringghi is the largest resort, with lots of Penang hotels on the beach, plenty of bars and a night market. East, green mountains slope down to blue waters at Tanjung Bungah, where several high-rise hotels overlook the palm-lined beach towards the Floating Mosque just offshore.

On the mainland Butterworth is the departure point for ferries to Penang island, and has a bird park housing a large number of Malaysian species. Wherever you decide to stay, Booking.com has a fantastic range of Penang hotels and apartments to choose from.

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  • G Hotel Gurney

    George Town
    From US$200.47 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,315 reviews
    The staff are spectacular! The moment we arrived on site with our luggage, a staff member approached and asked if we are checking in and he took care of loading our luggage while giving us directions to the reception on the 3rd floor. While we were checking in, we got complimentary icecream and our bags were brought to our room shortly after we went inside the room. Beds were king sized and comfortable, linen was clean, and the pillows were awesome! AC worked well and there us a mini fridge with complimentary drinks and some small snacks (wafer cookie and chocolate covered nuts) Black out curtains ensured we could sleep through the night (maybe set an alarm if you wanted to get up early otherwise you'll think it's still the middle of the night when it's 10am!) Breakfast buffet was a great value and some dishes and drinks changed daily. You can get nasi lemak, fried noodles, salad, assortment of pastries and bread, icecream, soup noodles, steamed buns and sticky rice, congee, and there is a coffee machine too (i didnt use it but it looked popular!) Housekeeping comes by daily and if you're in the room they will check if you'd like anything changed or the room cleaned, very friendly and kind staff. The driveway in front of the hotel lobby is managed by a security guard all day long. He works hard to direct traffic and keep things moving , especially since people are hailing cars and constantly getting picked up or dropped off. He took time to help us load up bags into our car when we were leaving and that was greatly appreciated. A minor thing was our room had some bug husks near the ceiling on one wall and it looks like the bugs are all gone, just had these old shells left behind. The front desk staff immediately got housekeeping to clear it when we mentioned it, and they also offered to change the room for us too! We stayed in the same room in the end because there was no issue with the room especially after it was all cleaned up.
    Guest review by
    Cosette
    Canada

  • MaliHom Private Estate

    Balik Pulau
    From US$131.81 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
    + peace and quiet … super tranquil + superb views from the hilltops + great local food prepared for us + the most thoughtful staff + WiFi is v good + the pool … not heated but not required ! We had the whole hilltop to ourselves as we were there early to mid week. Points to consider: If you’re used to snacking you’ll need to buy these in advance and take them with you as food is limited to breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu is typically what staff can obtain locally. Staff leave the hilltop resort at around 8-9 pm which for us, meant we had the whole resort to ourselves which was magical but could be eerie for the more feint hearted. Take plenty of mozzie spray ( I’m a walking Kebab for the average mosquito) and have still come away with a dozen bites! Make sure you have a confident taxi driver as the road up and switchbacks put our cabbie off and we had to call up for the staff to come down and get us.
    Guest review by
    Carl
    United Kingdom

  • Hard Rock Hotel Penang

    Batu Ferringhi
    From US$152.16 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,335 reviews
    - swimming pool was amazing. My children spent all the time in there! - Pizzeria and Starz Diner serve yummy dishes. - Staff of all departments were above and beyond: no matter how crowded the hotel got, they managed to smile and serve professionally and quickly. - Rooms were quiet and comfortable - Cable TV provided the latest movies free of charge - Teens club and Roxity club are free of charge with activities for youngsters (PS, pool, movies, drawing and colouring, etc) We’re definitely coming back to Hard Rock whenever we travel to Penang
    Guest review by
    Halah
    Saudi Arabia

  • Lexis Suites Penang

    Bayan Lepas
    From US$133.90 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,540 reviews
    We enjoyed the place a lot, staff were very helpful. Although I lost my guarantee letter I was still given back my cash. Definitely coming back this place was one of the things that made me love Penang. The breakfast was amazing with lots of varieties. 😅I wish the way to the parking was a little bit bigger, but it was fine.
    Guest review by
    Mohamed
    Oman

  • Sunway Hotel Seberang Jaya

    Perai
    From US$111.56 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 804 reviews
    The hotel felt very luxurious. The room was very clean and spacious. The staff were really polite, kind and understanding. The hotel is far from the tourist attractions, but after all if you visit Penang solely for tourism, I would recommend staying on the island in order to avoid the traffic on the bridges.
    Guest review by
    Йоанна
    Bulgaria

  • Flamingo Hotel by the Beach, Penang

    George Town
    From US$225.63 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,038 reviews
    Lovely hotel. The breakfast was good and the staff is friendly. They clean the pool during the day which we liked. The room was spacious and the bed is great. Directly at the beach. Would definitely recommend!
    Guest review by
    Kirsten
    Netherlands

  • Lone Pine, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Resort

    Batu Ferringhi
    From US$103.39 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 670 reviews
    The view was fantastic. We stayed in the Garden Room. It opened out to the beach. There were lovely Casuarina trees between the room and the beach. Saw Malayan black giant squirrels on the Casuarina trees.
    Guest review by
    Kamala
    Malaysia

  • Hotel Sentral Seaview @ ​Beachfront

    George Town
    From US$58.67 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,148 reviews
    Room with great view. Newly renovated room. Awesome Seaview. We really enjoyed during our stay. Good breakfast with decent opinions.
    Guest review by
    Dr Abdullah
    Bangladesh

  • Hompton Hotel by the Beach

    George Town
    From US$192.28 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,613 reviews
    very good hotel, worth the price. breakfasts were great with many types of food. there’re a food court at few steps front door.
    Guest review by
    Tùng
    Vietnam

  • Hotel Malaysia

    George Town
    From US$38.03 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,595 reviews
    Very pleasant stay, helpful staff and excellent view of the sea from huge windows. Very close to all the attractions and food
    Guest review by
    Ramil
    Uzbekistan

  • Ixora Hotel Penang

    Perai
    From US$46.72 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,399 reviews
    Lovely room good and spacious cleaned daily Restaurant good Breakfast not to our liking but mmanaged to find something
    Guest review by
    Maria
    United Kingdom

  • Iconic Hotel

    Bukit Mertajam
    From US$124.42 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 394 reviews
    I love coming here. The staff are so welcoming and helpful. Always a smile to great you. Breakfast is a must
    Guest review by
    Colin
    United Kingdom

  • Royale Chulan Penang

    George Town
    From US$108.10 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,187 reviews
    It was at a good location, clean and very comfortable breakfast was good
    Guest review by
    CAROLINE MAYA
    India

  • Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang

    George Town
    From US$51.19 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5,381 reviews
    Nice place to stay, I will recomand to more people about your property .
    Guest review by
    Priyanga Lakmal
    St Helena

  • Eastern & Oriental Hotel

    George Town
    From US$437.50 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,404 reviews
    Everything was perfect, will definitely recommend to my friends.
    Guest review by
    aemurray
    Hong Kong

  • Lost Paradise Resort

    Batu Ferringhi
    From US$50.57 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,356 reviews
    The place is amazing. It's really a small piece of paradise.
    Guest review by
    Emanuele
    Italy

  • The Bayview Beach Resort

    Batu Ferringhi
    From US$70.11 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 8,450 reviews
    Fantastic, smooth Check in, big thank you to Mathew.
    Guest review by
    Jacqui
    Australia

  • The Light Hotel Penang

    Perai
    From US$178.60 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,092 reviews
    Perfect stay. Flawless hotel. Good breakfast.
    Guest review by
    Xavier
    Thailand

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  • 8.0

    For those who loves beautiful scenery, art, history building...

    For those who loves beautiful scenery, art, history building, come explore Georgetown, so many pictures you can take here. I eat at roti bakar hutton lane. You can use rapid van less than 10 mins you can arrive there. Walkable distance to jetty, ferry. I went to bukit bendera, the cool air make us comfortable.
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
  • 10.0

    Batu Ferringhi, is a great place for a relaxing holiday in...

    Batu Ferringhi, is a great place for a relaxing holiday in the warm. The food in Penang is the big drawcard. It is great for chilling out and leaving the stress behind. The Night Markets are also great. Best of all is Long Beach Cafe, which is a market place which opens in the evening and has the best food, cheap as chips. Great restaurants everywhere. Dont forget to go to Ferringhi Walk and Bora Bora for Dinner. Food, Glorious Food.
    Guest review by
    Stephen
    Australia
  • 8.0

    Better than renting hotel room, car is parked right in front...

    Better than renting hotel room, car is parked right in front of door, should provide television & refrigerator & microwave, also with simple sofa, as the metal chair is broken, water pressure should be better with usage of water pump
    Guest review by
    Taufik
    Malaysia
  • 8.0

    I stayed one night in Bukit Mertajam and overall, it was a...

    I stayed one night in Bukit Mertajam and overall, it was a decent short stop. The town has a quiet, local charm and isn’t too busy, which made it quite relaxing. There’s not a whole lot to do, but it’s a good place if you just want to unwind or try some local food—there are definitely some hidden gems when it comes to hawker stalls and small eateries. That said, it’s not really a tourist-heavy spot, so don’t expect major attractions or much nightlife. It’s more of a laid-back, pass-through kind of town. For one night, it was okay and served its purpose as a quick rest point.
    Guest review by
    KitsonL
    Malaysia
  • 6.0

    What I liked:

    What I liked: The hotel was clean, the staff were friendly, and the location was convenient for getting around. What wasn’t the best: We stayed in a triple room, and the bathroom only had a single sliding door, which offered very little privacy. This setup felt unsuitable for multiple guests and made the stay a bit uncomfortable.
    Guest review by
    Punithevathi
    Malaysia
  • 8.0

    Perai is an Underrated Land to Explore which is a another...

    Perai is an Underrated Land to Explore which is a another Option Place to Stay to avoid Massive Traffic in Penang Island. Hotels, Food, Fast Access to Exit the highway and the Shopping Malls are within 5-8mins drive. Obviously money worth it compared to spending so much in our accommodation on the Island.
    Guest review by
    Head Coach Nasir
    Malaysia
  • 2.0

    Lift service was poor and shared with Cleaner and laundry...

    Lift service was poor and shared with Cleaner and laundry team. Delayed the whole process of the lift service which takes 20 to 30 minutes each wait. Noisy and the wall too thin. Can hear every movement of the children jumping and their walks running screaming crying till late nights from neighbours. Toilets are dirty and too small. No closet and plates.
    Guest review by
    Azura
    Malaysia
  • 10.0

    Nice place. Comfortable.

    Nice place. Comfortable. No big city rush, but many new shops & eateries. Good food, quite cheap. Friendly people. Got lots to explore, including the parks. Also not too far from Penang & Kedah, just nicely in between.
    Guest review by
    Sherina
    Malaysia
  • 6.0

    I like it because it is away from the traffic of Georgetown...

    I like it because it is away from the traffic of Georgetown on the one side and from touristic Batu Ferringhi on the other. A handful of decent restaurants supplement the many informal local huts, giving all levels of cost and quality for variable dining. All the local folk are courteous and kindly, though English is universally poor to incomprehensible. Excellent modern buses connect with Georgetown etc. on a frequent, low-cost service. Car hire is not expensive and a liberating device for island discovery. Pop-up Fruit stalls abound for an exotic breakfast in your hotel room or on the beach. Meridien Hotel has the cleanest beach!
    Guest review by
    Victor
    United Kingdom
  • 2.0

    recently stayed at this Airbnb, and unfortunately, the...

    recently stayed at this Airbnb, and unfortunately, the experience was not great. The house is located very close to a mosque, and the loud prayers start at 6 AM daily, which is disruptive if you’re planning to sleep in. The house is also much smaller than expected for a double-storey unit. The living room is cramped and not ideal for hosting friends. All the rooms are small, and the kitchen is equally compact, so don’t expect much space here. A major inconvenience is the smart key system, which turns off the electricity when you leave the house. This means you can’t leave any devices charging or keep the air conditioning running while you’re out for lunch or dinner. Plus, there’s no air conditioning in the living room, which makes the space uncomfortable during hot days. Communication was another issue. The owner does not understand English and only speaks Malay, which made communication uncomfortable for me. On top of that, there is a CCTV camera outside the car porch, and the owner won’t allow you to turn off the modem, so it feels like you’re being constantly monitored. I found this quite unsettling. Lastly, the water pressure in the toilet is low, which was an additional disappointment. Overall, this stay was not as expected, and there are better options available for the price.
    Guest review by
    andythewang
    Malaysia

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