George Town

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Where to stay in George Town

Georgetown showing central business district, a high rise building and boating

Downtown George Town

4.5/5(279 area reviews)

Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.

Downtown George Town
Fort Cornwallis which includes heritage architecture

Historic George Town

If you're spending some time in Historic George Town, Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal are top sights worth seeing.

Historic George Town
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Bayan Lepas

3.5/5(26 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Bayan Lepas
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Tanjung Bungah

4/5(26 area reviews)

Tanjung Bungah is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Batu Ferringhi Beach and Penang Avatar Secret Garden, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tanjung Tokong.

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Gelugor

4/5(6 area reviews)

Visitors to Gelugor like its cafes and monuments, and Penang Bridge West End is a sight worth a stop.

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Bayan Baru

While Bayan Baru isn't home to many top sights, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bayan Baru
OZO George Town Penang
OZO George Town Penang
3.5 out of 5
166 Jalan Argyll, George Town, George Town
The price is ¥7,452 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
¥7,452
per night
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (153 reviews)
"1. Housekeeping - hit or miss, not consistent 2. F&B - modify / extend hours especially in room dinning. 3. First floor staff - not approachable 4. Phone operator - need training. Either they don't understand or just don't care. Eg. I wanted to order room service and I was told the last order was ..."

Reviewed on May 19, 2024

OZO George Town Penang
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is ¥10,555 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
¥10,555
per night
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel was pretty good, except the bathroom was old and outdated. It offered less towels than other hotels. The hotel didn't offer any room upgrades. i asked for a king size bed instead of 2 twin beds when checking in, the lady said NO."

Reviewed on May 27, 2024

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
4 out of 5
Jalan Batu Feringgi, George Town, Penang
The price is ¥10,388 per night from Jun 4 to Jun 5
¥10,388
per night
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Book a stay at this beach resort in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing hotel with the friendliest staff. So beautiful, lots of things to do on the resort itself. We enjoyed massages, parasailing, and swimming. Also great if you have kids and babies, our wee one loved it. We woke up to monkeys on our balcony and that was such a fun experience. You can also enjoy ..."

Reviewed on May 27, 2024

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang
Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang
4 out of 5
No. 202 Lebuh Noordin, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Swettenham Pier Cruise ...
7.8/10 Good! (22 reviews)
"Check-in and check-out was seamlessly fast and efficient. Room is clean. Overall property is clean and very good service staff in the entire property in particular Dhur and Joe. They are so helpful and extend the extra miles to even check for us luggage storage at the airport and at Queensbay ..."

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2024

Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang
The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang (Formerly known as M Summit 191 Executive Hotel Suites)
The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang (Formerly known as M Summit 191 Executive Hotel Suites)
3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine, George Town
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions KOMTAR and Swettenham Pier Cruise ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (126 reviews)
"The location is awesome for local culture. But will be nice if hotel just provide enough toilet paper and coffee for those who stay multiple nights"

Reviewed on May 1, 2024

The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang (Formerly known as M Summit 191 Executive Hotel Suites)
The Landmark by Katana
The Landmark by Katana
3.5 out of 5
The Landmark by Katana, A-7-1, 100A, Jalan Tanjung Tokong, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly apartment in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Gurney Plaza and Gurney ...
7.6/10 Good! (102 reviews)
Very good
"Great location. Management services good. Suites are a little tired however great value for rate"

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024

The Landmark by Katana
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of George Town

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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3 - Okay
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 16, 2020

I would like to stay in the same hotel if the price is around the same .

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 12, 2020

Busy- road congested but it’s an island n to be expected.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Feb 28, 2020

Great food for minimal cost Hawker stalls a must

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Jan 30, 2020

modern and traditional, great highway system, friendly, beautiful scenery.

4/5 - Good

Shirley
Jan 28, 2020

Aside from walking, we took Grab as our primary transportation. There is always food to eat at any hour of the day. Locals are friendly and some Grab drivers would give you suggestions on where to go or not worth going.

5/5 - Excellent

Travel-Fan
Jan 21, 2020

Beautiful, small city with lots of atmosphere.

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