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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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Hotel Jen Penang by Shangri-La
Magazine Road, George Town, PenangVery pretty rooms and good service! Clean and I like it how the room floors are wood/high resistant flooring, prefer it to carpet. Beds are so comfy too.
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Penang
56 Jalan Low Yat, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, PenangThe staffs are being very friendly and helpful. Hotel food is at reasonable price and delicious. The location is slightly further away from Batu Ferringhi town area, might be a little inconvenient to move around unless you have a car. There is a beach right opposite the hotel, called Miami Beach, ...
Shangri-La's Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa, Penang
Batu Ferringhi Beach, George Town, PenangThe hotel staff were very friendly, helpful and accommodating to my requests. The buffet breakfast was amazing with a vast choice of local and international foods to choose from. The only negative I'd have to say were the hard beds, but all in all a pleasant stay.
Evergreen Laurel Penang
53 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, PenangI couldn’t find a room service menu in the room. Maybe there isn’t room service. But I’m not complaining.
Hard Rock Hotel Penang
Batu Ferringhi Beach, George Town, PenangVery friendly staff and breakfast buffet has good variety.
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
10 Lebuh Farquhar, George Town, PenangExcellent location, close to amenities , Has all the modern facilities while retaining some of the old world charm
Golden Sands Resort by Shangri-La, Penang
Batu Feringgi Beach, George Town, PenangThe Kids Club is fantastic and Splash Pool is great
Royale Chulan Penang
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld, George Town, PenangHotel service was great & breakfast choice is also good.
Top Flight + Hotel Deals
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Penang
5.0 out of 5.0Wed, Aug 14 - Sat, Aug 17
Kansai Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥211,177
The price now is ￥177,684 per person
Vbiz Homestay by MAH
3.0 out of 5.0Sat, Aug 3 - Wed, Aug 7
TYO-All Airports - Penang Intl.
￥131,336
The price now is ￥119,668 per person
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
5.0 out of 5.0Thu, Jul 25 - Tue, Jul 30
Narita Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥92,400
The price now is ￥84,780 per person
Campbell House
3.5 out of 5.0Thu, Jul 25 - Tue, Jul 30
Narita Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥76,070
The price now is ￥70,484 per person
Palm Residence
3.5 out of 5.0Sat, Aug 3 - Wed, Aug 7
TYO-All Airports - Penang Intl.
￥123,794
The price now is ￥115,114 per person
Shamrock Beach Villas 12
4.0 out of 5.0Thu, Jul 25 - Tue, Jul 30
Narita Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥89,562
The price now is ￥83,770 per person
Eden Seaview Condominium I
3.5 out of 5.0Thu, Jul 25 - Tue, Jul 30
Narita Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥65,358
The price now is ￥61,860 per person
Hotel NEO+ Penang
3.5 out of 5.0Thu, Jul 25 - Tue, Jul 30
Narita Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥58,808
The price now is ￥55,920 per person
Lost Paradise Resort
3.0 out of 5.0Sat, Aug 3 - Wed, Aug 7
TYO-All Airports - Penang Intl.
￥54,312
The price now is ￥51,882 per person
Setia Green Penang by Plush
3.5 out of 5.0Sat, Aug 3 - Wed, Aug 7
TYO-All Airports - Penang Intl.
￥81,872
The price now is ￥78,542 per person
Summertime Arena Home @ Opposite SPICE Penang
3.0 out of 5.0Sat, Aug 3 - Wed, Aug 7
TYO-All Airports - Penang Intl.
￥50,420
The price now is ￥48,470 per person
Hotel Jen Penang by Shangri-La
4.0 out of 5.0Thu, Jul 25 - Tue, Jul 30
Narita Intl. - Penang Intl.
￥57,345
The price now is ￥55,178 per personTop Deals on Flights
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