Downtown George Town

George Town

A coastal cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, traditional buildings, and a marina with several boats.
A building with ornate balconies and large windows.
A variety of skewered foods displayed on shelves with price tags.
A temple with ornate architecture, including a dragon statue and a seated figure.
A traditional temple with ornate architecture, a red roof, and golden decorations.

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A city skyline with tall buildings along a waterfront at dusk.

Gurney Drive

8.0/10 (1,315 reviews)
During your trip to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Drive. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

￥358
per traveler
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
The Top Penang Admission Ticket

Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

￥2,108
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

￥2,327
per adult
Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
Cycling along the beautiful river

Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour

￥5,152
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
The Habitat Penang Hill Admission Ticket

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

￥2,148
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling

George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling

￥5,283
per adult
George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling
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Downtown George Town Hotel Deals

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road George Town Penang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥12,831 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
￥12,831
￥15,630 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Helpful staff"

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2026

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja George Town
The price is ￥17,949 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
￥17,949
￥19,875 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (655 reviews)
"Well maintained. My 3rd time staying in Prestige hotel since opening. Clean and perfect size room for couple with complete amenities. Friendly and helpful front desk staff. Good breakfast with Malaysian flavours. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2026

The Prestige Hotel Penang
OZO George Town Penang

OZO George Town Penang

3.5 out of 5
166 Jalan Argyll George Town
The price is ￥9,057 per night from Sep 15 to Sep 16
￥9,057
￥10,234 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (311 reviews)
"Good value . Good food options all walking distance"

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

OZO George Town Penang
The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine George Town
The price is ￥9,274 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
￥9,274
￥11,395 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (290 reviews)
"Great Staff"

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2026

The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

3.5 out of 5
33, New Lane, (off Macalister Road) George Town Penang
The price is ￥7,574 per night from Sep 15 to Sep 16
￥7,574
￥9,558 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel rooms are big. Although it's not in the latest decorations, the room and bathroom are clean and functional, bed was comfortable with clean linen, meets our needs. The location is excellent. The New Land hawker stalls are literally on the doorstep, we were able to take away the food and ..."

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
55, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah George Town Penang
The price is ￥26,416 per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
￥26,416
￥29,020 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and KOMTAR are located ...
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
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Where to stay in Downtown George Town

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A traditional Chinese temple complex with pagodas, ornate architecture, and lush greenery.

Batu Ferringhi

Batu Ferringhi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.

A historic clock tower with a dome and a sign reading "Bangunan Dewan Melayu Pulau Pinang."
Photo by Karen Fil Reyna
Open Photo by Karen Fil Reyna

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.

A mosque with a tall minaret and domes, situated by a body of water.

Tanjung Bungah

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

A plate of food with various dishes including a roasted meat, rice balls, and vegetables.
Photo by Sue A.
Open Photo by Sue A.

Bayan Lepas

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

A coastal scene with multiple tall residential buildings, numerous traditional boats, and large rocks along the shore.

Tanjung Tokong

Tanjung Tokong is well-regarded for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views, and you might also want to make a stop by Ibox Museum of Glass Penang, a top sight in the neighborhood.

Downtown George Town

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