Areca Hotel Penang

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Near KOMTAR, Areca Hotel Penang provides a shopping mall on site, a garden, and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center and a free kid's club.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ￥9,336
￥10,583 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, lamp, and a small table with a vase.

Heritage Room (Ground Floor)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bench, and a desk lamp.

Family Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Garden Room

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a small desk with a lamp.

Garden Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Heritage Loft

A room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a ladder.

Heritage Loft

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in George Town, Areca Hotel Penang is in the city center. KOMTAR and Penang Hill are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Gurney Drive and Queensbay Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Penang Youth and Sports Complex or Penang International Sports Arena. Visit our George Town travel guide
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10050, George Town, No. 5, Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe

What's nearby

  • A cityscape with a prominent tall building, a variety of colorful rooftops, and a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.
    KOMTAR
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kidland Penang
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pasar Chowrasta
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Top at Komatar
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral
    26 min drive
  • Penang Intl. Airport (PEN)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Penang Road Famous Teochew Chendul (Tan)
    2 min walk
  • Jeruk Madu Pak Ali
    2 min walk
  • Roti Bakar Hutton Lane
    1 min walk
  • Rim Tha Non Mookata
    1 min walk
  • Dim Sum Valet
    2 min walk

About this property

Areca Hotel Penang

  • Hotel near KOMTAR
  • Take advantage of a shopping mall on site, a garden, and a library at Areca Hotel Penang. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center and a free kid's club.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Limo/town car service, cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), and concierge services
    • A 24-hour front desk, 1 meeting room, and tour/ticket assistance
    • A water dispenser, a front-desk safe, and a reception hall
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 50 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and electric kettles

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Frequently asked questions

Is Areca Hotel Penang pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Areca Hotel Penang?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Areca Hotel Penang on Nov 9, 2026 start from ￥9,336, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Areca Hotel Penang?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Areca Hotel Penang?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Areca Hotel Penang located?

Located in Downtown George Town, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Pasar Chowrasta and KOMTAR. Kidland Penang and Prangin Mall are also within 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Areca Hotel Penang Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 359 out of 499 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 499 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 499 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 499 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 499 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful stay here! Breakfast provided was amazing, Room also amazing. Very clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely hotel, awesome location🙏😊❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Super friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice afternoon tea. staff are very nice. The breakfast is a bit too simple, not very value for money.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Room was clean. Close to a mosque to pray
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly helpful staff. Loved the history of the building. Afternoon tea was a bonus. Free washing as we stayed a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, comfortable bed, convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was good as was the afternoon tea. This was a great location we were able to hop onto the CAT easily, dining options were nearby as well the Komtar was close. We were able to get laundry done and the staff were helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location in a beautiful old building. Lovely corridors and courtyard. We stayed in a family room. It was very spacious and comfortable. Strong AC and hot shower. Breakfast was superb and the welcome drink and afternoon snack were great touches. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Elevator was helpful for taking luggage up.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very comfortable. Good location to all good eats in George Town.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff and good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, clean rooms, lovely staff definitely reccomend staying at the Acera Hotel 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful 100 years hotel! Great location, staff and great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everyone was very kind and concerned about our experience. The hotel is beautiful and located on the edge of the historic area. The rooms are comfortable. They serve an amazing breakfast and tea. When on the first day, restaurant staff learned I was a vegetarian, they went and made special food for me! Then, afterwards they checked in with me to make sure I had a good selection. Quite amazing. A wonderful choice in Penang.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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great location, cute hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean and beds were comfortable.staff were friendly, courteous and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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They are a great team of staff. Greetings & with a friendly smiles make the whole experiences wonderful. - They are attentive. - The unique & wonderful design of the hotel is cosy & warm welcoming. - Great location. The only minus piont is the limited parking lots.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice heritage building with Penang Nyonya touches. Excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Like coming home. Areca has one of the best locations in George Town. My hotel of choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent staff. I appreciated the afternoon tea with snacks. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, kind staff, really nice boutique hotel in a great location (Air con could be colder in the room)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, very spacious. Stayed with our two kid (6y and 10y). Both loved the stay. The staff were also so helpful with our questions. The location was also great for walking to the Kimberly Night Market and Armenian Street.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel has a wonderful antique feeling to it from the entrance, the main areas, and the rooms. The single and the duplex rooms were equally spacious which was very appreciated. The staff is also 24/7 and so helpful when checking in and out. There was also complimentary tea time from 2-5 each day my family was there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room is spacious and clean. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026