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Penang Vacation Packages
The unique way in which cultures have melded in Penang may be best represented in the food. Frequently voted among Asia’s top locations to eat street food, the blend of Malay, Chinese, Indian and European culinary traditions makes for an unforgettable banquet of taste sensations. Stop at a food cart and take your pick from aromatic dishes like nasi kandar, char kway teow or laksa.
Penang refers to the island off the northwestern coast of Malaysia, and also a state in that country. For a predominantly Asian place, Penang has an abundance of classical Victorian architecture, particularly in the capital city, Georgetown. History buffs and architecture lovers in particular will appreciate the colonial-era Penang City Hall, Fort Cornwallis and the Penang State Museum.
Part of Penang’s charm is that within minutes of admiring colonial architecture you can be wandering among the colorful statues of the Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist Temple or admiring the peaceful geometric patterns of the Kapitan Keling Mosque. Don’t miss the superb Pinang Peranakan Mansion, where the opulent lifestyle enjoyed by the wealthy Chinese Straits families has been recreated with antique furnishings from all over the world.
If you enjoy getting back to nature, take a hike or camp overnight in the Penang National Park. The nesting green turtles are just one of many wildlife highlights. Visit the nearby Penang Butterfly Farm for a colorful adventure the entire family will enjoy. And don’t miss the Tropical Spice Garden, one of Malaysia’s premier eco-tourism attractions with more 100 herbs and spices growing wild.
Most visitors base themselves in central Georgetown and the city is easy enough to cover on foot. The Rapid Penang bus routes are a convenient way to see the city and travel further afield. In Georgetown, make use of the free Central Area Transit (CAT) shuttle bus, which stops at major attractions in the area.
Penang’s tropical climate makes it an attractive year-round destination. The fusion of cultures also means that your visit has a good chance of coinciding with a festival of some variety. Particularly spectacular are the Chinese New Year celebrations in the Kek Lok Si Temple, and Deepavali, the five-day Hindu “Festival of Lights,” held between October and November.
Guide to Exploring Penang
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The Wembley A St Giles Hotel Penang
183, Jalan Magazine, George TownLocated in Downtown George Town, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of KOMTAR and Penang Times Square. Gurney Drive and Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
10 Lebuh Farquhar, George Town, PenangThis family-friendly George Town hotel is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, KOMTAR, and Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal. Penang Times Square and Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Shangri-La's Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa, Penang
Batu Ferringhi Beach, George Town, PenangSituated on the Malaysian island of Penang on Batu Feringgi Beach, this resort is within 2.5 miles (4 km) of Penang Butterfly Farm and 8 miles (13 km) of Penang National Park. Historic Georgetown is less than an hour's drive. Penang International Airport is 15.5 miles (31 km) away and the Gurney Plaza is 6 miles (12 km) away.
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
139, Lebuh Carnarvon, George Town, PenangLocated in Downtown George Town, this historic hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Penang Islamic Museum and KOMTAR. Penang Times Square and Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Hard Rock Hotel Penang
Batu Ferringhi Beach, George Town, PenangNestled on the beach, this George Town resort is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tropical Spice Garden and Ferringgi Beach. East Wind Watersports and Eden Parade Shopping Centre are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La, Penang
Batu Feringgi Beach, George Town, PenangLocated on Batu Feringgi Beach, about 15 km (9 miles) from town, this family-friendly resort is 20 minutes away from George Town, a UNESCO world heritage site, near National Park and Night Market. The resort is a 45-minute taxi drive from Penang International Airport.
Hotel Jen Penang by Shangri-La
Magazine Road, George Town, George Town, PenangThis family-friendly George Town hotel is located in a shopping district, within a 5-minute walk of KOMTAR, 1st Avenue Mall, and Prangin Mall.
Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang
25-A Farquhar Street, Georgetown, George Town, PenangThis family-friendly George Town hotel is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion and Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal. KOMTAR and Penang Times Square are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Top Flight + Hotel Deals
Olive Tree Hotel
4.0 out of 5.0Wed, May 29 - Sun, Jun 2
Kansai Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥112,466
The price now is ￥85,444 per person
TH Hotel Penang
3.5 out of 5.0Tue, Jun 4 - Fri, Jun 7
Kansai Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥54,982
The price now is ￥51,596 per person
The Gurney Resort Hotel & Residences
3.5 out of 5.0Tue, Jun 4 - Fri, Jun 7
Kansai Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥55,972
The price now is ￥52,584 per person
Jazz Hotel Penang
3.5 out of 5.0Thu, May 23 - Tue, May 28
TYO-All Airports - Penang Intl.
￥46,886
The price now is ￥44,116 per person
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
3.5 out of 5.0Tue, Jun 4 - Fri, Jun 7
Kansai Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥50,130
The price now is ￥47,279 per person
Muntri Mews
3.5 out of 5.0Tue, Jun 4 - Fri, Jun 7
Kansai Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥56,460
The price now is ￥53,293 per person
Lagenda House
3.5 out of 5.0Tue, Jun 4 - Fri, Jun 7
Kansai Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥49,659
The price now is ￥46,991 per person
Yeng Keng Hotel
3.5 out of 5.0Tue, Jun 4 - Fri, Jun 7
Kansai Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥62,403
The price now is ￥59,119 per person
Arte S by T+ Hotel
3.5 out of 5.0Tue, Jun 4 - Fri, Jun 7
Kansai Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥50,230
The price now is ￥47,648 per person
Iconic Hotel Penang
4.0 out of 5.0Tue, Jun 4 - Fri, Jun 7
Kansai Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥56,658
The price now is ￥53,810 per person
Mercure Penang Beach
4.0 out of 5.0Tue, Jun 4 - Fri, Jun 7
Kansai Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥54,916
The price now is ￥52,186 per person
Chariton Hotel Alma
3.5 out of 5.0Tue, Jun 4 - Fri, Jun 7
Kansai Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥51,264
The price now is ￥48,716 per personTop Deals on Flights
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