George Town

Travel Guide

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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
Tropical Spice Garden featuring a garden and signage

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.

Batu Ferringhi
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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Tanjung Bungah

4/5(26 area reviews)

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

Tanjung Bungah
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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 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.

Tanjung Tokong
PARKROYAL Penang Resort

PARKROYAL Penang Resort

4.5 out of 5
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥17,048 per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
¥17,048
¥20,574 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Pool"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

4.5 out of 5
53 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
The price is ¥9,925 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
¥9,925
¥12,169 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Amari SPICE Penang

Amari SPICE Penang

4 out of 5
2 Persiaran Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas, George Town, Penang
The price is ¥12,549 per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
¥12,549
¥14,010 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (244 reviews)
"It’s a great place to rest for a couple of days before the next flight. The food was good, staff was friendly and helpful, and there’s a great little spa (very good massages). The pool looked nice but the water was quite cloudy when I swam, so that was a little worrying. It meant that the pool wasn’t ..."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Amari SPICE 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.
The Granite Luxury Hotel

The Granite Luxury Hotel

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine, George Town
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (198 reviews)
"Liked everything"

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

The Granite Luxury Hotel
lyf Georgetown Penang

lyf Georgetown Penang

4 out of 5
No. 2A Jalan Penang, Seksyen 14, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (17 reviews)
"New and Good to stay in the town"

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

lyf Georgetown Penang
The Landmark by The Only Bnb

The Landmark by The Only Bnb

4 out of 5
The Landmark, Jalan Tanjung Tokong, 100b-01-01, George Town, Pulau Pinang
Stay at this 4-star apartment in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gurney Plaza and Gurney Drive are ...
8/10 Very Good! (23 reviews)
"Property very spacious, parking and security very good, nice to stay"

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2024

The Landmark by The Only Bnb
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
102
5 - Excellent 40%
4 - Good
125
4 - Good 49%
3 - Okay
26
3 - Okay 10%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great food for minimal cost Hawker stalls a must

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

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

4/5 - Good

Shirley

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

Beautiful, small city with lots of atmosphere.

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