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SAVV HOTEL

Hotel in George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.8 km from Northam Beach, SAVV HOTEL features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

H
Ho-Min
From
Taiwan
The location is very good and it is so convenient to everywhere. The staff were so nice and kind. The room is clean and new. The breakfast is so good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,758 reviews
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US$73.56
1 night, 2 adults
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The Prestige Hotel Penang, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotel in George Town

Set in George Town, 2.6 km from Northam Beach, The Prestige Hotel Penang, a Member of Design Hotels offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

S
Slobodan
From
Finland
Hotel is in good location and delivers what it promises. Good service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,016 reviews
Price from
US$118.54
1 night, 2 adults
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Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

Hotel in George Town

Housed in a Chinese courtyard-style mansion, The Blue Mansion offers boutique accommodation tastefully furnished with antique fittings.

A
Adrian
From
Thailand
Such a beautiful building, make sure you take one of the tours which are free to guests. Comfortable and spacious room, great staff, excellent breakfast and the Indigo restaurant is well worth a visit.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,198 reviews
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US$163.40
1 night, 2 adults
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Eastern & Oriental Hotel

Hotel in George Town

Situated in George Town, 1.4 km from Northam Beach, Eastern & Oriental Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

S
Sharyn
From
Indonesia
More than adequate. Staff very happy to help with everything
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,405 reviews
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US$188.53
1 night, 2 adults
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Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG

Hotel in Bukit Mertajam

Situated in Bukit Mertajam, 9.2 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a...

D
Dharii_2205
From
Malaysia
Spectacular room. Perfect for solo travelers. The bed was spacious. The staff were extremely friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
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US$66.51
1 night, 2 adults
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Penang Marriott Hotel

Hotel in George Town

Penang Marriott Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in George Town. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service.

L
Lokman
From
Germany
Very friendlly staff. Breakfast was great and the property is very nice
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews
Price from
US$171
1 night, 2 adults
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88 Armenian

Hotel in George Town

Located in George Town and with Northam Beach reachable within 2.4 km, 88 Armenian provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

D
Daniel
From
Germany
The 88 Armenian has the ideal location within Georgetown's UNESCO World Heritage Zone - only few steps from all major tourist destinations within the historic centre, at the same time situated in a calmer section of famous Armenian Street. We were - once more - overwhelmed by the exclusiveness of the luxurious boutique hotel, a pearl of modern interior architecture within a colonial-time edifice. This was due to many reasons: A total of only 6 rooms overall, the individualized and always attentive service Lawrence provided, the extremely high quality of furniture, bathroom equipment and decoration, the lovely bathroom amenities, the extensive complimentary minibar and snack selection, daily tea time and breakfast delicacies etc. Also, the room was cleaned thoroughly on a daily base, night-time greetings handed out every evening and daily, very friendly and personal chats with Lawrence made us feel like home. At times, the street noises became a bit of an obstacle to sleeping due to the lack of noise protection, but the muezzin's prayer calls in the morning somehow even added to the already magical atmosphere. Thank you, Lawrence and the entire team of 88 Armenian including Suet Chin, who managed the pre-communication in such lovely ways, for having us experience true luxury!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews
Price from
US$337.09
1 night, 2 adults
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The Edison George Town

Hotel in George Town

The Edison George Town is set in a restored colonial mansion with contemporary decor. The stylish guest rooms are furnished with a sofa and guests enjoy complimentary turn down service.

W
Wilhelmina
From
Netherlands
It is a beautiful hotel on walking distance of the city center. The staff and service were great and the complementary drinks and snacks were very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews
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US$197.72
1 night, 2 adults
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East Indies Mansion

Hotel in George Town

Set in a restored private mansion, East Indies Mansion is located in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town.

N
Nitish
From
Singapore
Great place to stay, the house is very pretty and takes you back in time (there’s so much of history everywhere you turn). The staff are polite and helped us with great recommendations. The location is perfect to explore Georgetown.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 492 reviews
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US$102.81
1 night, 2 adults
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Seven Terraces

Hotel in George Town

Located in the capital city of Penang, Seven Terraces is only within a 5-minute walk to the significant Goddess of Mercy Temple and the popular Penang Peranakan Mansion.

A
Antti
From
Finland
A perfect place to enjoy the Peranakan or Straits Chinese (Fusion of Malay and Chinese cultures) in the heart of this former British colony. The hotel is beautifully renovated and the restaurant (Kebaya Dining Room) serves amazingly delicious food.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 371 reviews
Price from
US$158.41
1 night, 2 adults
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Penang's best hotels with breakfast

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 616 reviews

    Campbell House is conveniently located a 5-minute drive from Penang Museum and is surrounded by a variety of local shopping and eating options.

    From US$101.16 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 552 reviews

    A restored 19th century building, Yeng Keng Hotel is located in George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Penang. It offers an outdoor pool, a restaurant and free Wi-Fi.

    From US$206.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

    Set in George Town and with Northam Beach reachable within 1.6 km, Citadines Connect Bertam Georgetown Penang offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi...

    From US$111.28 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

    Situated in Bayan Lepas, 1.5 km from Hammer Bay Beach, Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness...

    From US$128.71 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

    Located in George Town, 500 metres from Northam Beach, Marriott Executive Apartments Penang provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

    From US$216.17 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

    The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection is in Georgetown, just 3 minutes' drive from the New Central Business District. It has spacious suites with free Wi-Fi.

    From US$218.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,772 reviews

    Situated in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach, Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

    From US$120.76 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,221 reviews

    Set in George Town, 1.4 km from Northam Beach, The George Penang by The Crest Collection offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    From US$169.23 per night

Budget hotels in Penang

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

    Featuring 3-star accommodation, The Bibik at 8 Clarke -NEW Entire #Unesco #HeritageHome is situated in George Town, less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and a 14-minute walk from 1st Avenue...

    From US$84.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,190 reviews

    Situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Northam Beach, 乔治市世纪酒店 The Century Boutique Hotel George Town features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

    From US$54.93 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,140 reviews

    Set in Bukit Mertajam, 13 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, FUHOTEL offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

    From US$61.64 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,860 reviews

    Set in Bayan Lepas, 5.2 km from Queensbay Mall, Amari SPICE Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

    From US$98.82 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,211 reviews

    Set in Bukit Mertajam, 9.2 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, Citadines Prai Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a fitness centre.

    From US$90.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,477 reviews

    Located in Batu Ferringhi, 2.8 km from Batu Ferringhi Beach, Bahang Bay Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

    From US$86.13 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,936 reviews

    Set in George Town, less than 1 km from Northam Beach, OZO George Town Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

    From US$69.81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,258 reviews

    Located in George Town and with Tanjung Tokong Beach reachable within 700 metres, Jazz Hotel Penang provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout the property...

    From US$107.12 per night

Hotels in Penang that you can book without a credit card

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 629 reviews

    Noordin Mews is a boutique hotel housed in a historical building in central Penang. It offers an outdoor pool and provides free Wi-Fi throughout the building.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 366 reviews

    Situated within the UNESCO World Heritage city of Georgetown, Coffee Atelier is a collection of 5 beautifully-restored shophouses dating back to 1927.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 515 reviews

    Set in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach, Fifth Avenue Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$188.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews

    Located in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach, Wifi Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • CP Hotel

    Hotel in Butterworth
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

    Located in Butterworth, within 16 km of Penang Bridge and 24 km of Queensbay Mall, CP Hotel offers free WiFi. This 1-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.

    From US$17.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews

    Super 8 Hotel @ Bayan Baru is set in Bayan Lepas, within 4.3 km of Queensbay Mall and 13 km of 1st Avenue Penang. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 488 reviews

    Featuring 2-star accommodation, Garden Inn, Penang is situated in George Town, 1.2 km from Northam Beach and less than 1 km from Penang Times Square.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

    Set in George Town, 2.3 km from Northam Beach, Merlin Hotel Penang features views of the city. The 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi.

    From US$24.93 per night

FAQs about hotels in Penang

A Palm-Lined Pearl

An island and part of the mainland make up the small Malaysian region of Penang, also known as the ‘pearl of the Orient’. It has long been coveted and the capital Georgetown has many elegant Colonial buildings. The observation deck of the KOMTAR tower – the tallest building – offers spectacular views of the town and surrounding mountains.

A funicular railway goes up to Penang Hill deep in the forest. Nearby Air Itam has one of Asia’s largest Buddhist temples - Kek Lok Si – lit by hundreds of lights at night. Another fantastic temple is Taoist Kong Hock Keong in Georgetown.

Penang Airport is near southern Bayan Lepas, and across the Malacca Strait is Pulau Jerejak, a peaceful island where trees merge into ocean.

In the much livelier north, Batu Feringghi is the largest resort, with lots of Penang hotels on the beach, plenty of bars and a night market. East, green mountains slope down to blue waters at Tanjung Bungah, where several high-rise hotels overlook the palm-lined beach towards the Floating Mosque just offshore.

On the mainland Butterworth is the departure point for ferries to Penang island, and has a bird park housing a large number of Malaysian species. Wherever you decide to stay, Booking.com has a fantastic range of Penang hotels and apartments to choose from.

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  • The Bayview Beach Resort

    Batu Ferringhi
    From US$64.46 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 8,449 reviews
    The resort itself is beautiful and well-maintained, offering a relaxing atmosphere throughout our stay. The staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive, always ready to help with a smile, which made us feel very welcome. One of the highlights was the breakfast spread, which was absolutely splendid. It offered a great variety of choices, with delicious Malaysian delicacies that gave us a real taste of local flavors. Overall, Bayview Beach Resort exceeded our expectations, and we would be delighted to return in the future. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a memorable getaway.
    Guest review by
    NAGEN NAIDU
    Oman

  • G Hotel Gurney

    George Town
    From US$200.33 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,310 reviews
    Loved our stay. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable especially considering we had our baby with us. The room was spacious, carpeted floor was clean - great for a crawling baby. Breakfast spread was abundant and delicious, their rice porridge and cheese omelette was a big hit with my 9mo. One breakfast staff in particular stood out - Dayang was her name, she was very pleasant and friendly.
    Guest review by
    Qatriyah
    Brunei Darussalam

  • Hard Rock Hotel Penang

    Batu Ferringhi
    From US$118.42 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,336 reviews
    Very good and ideal hotel for families with small children. If you don't have children, then it's better to look at another hotel, because there's a lot of screaming and running everywhere. In the hotel elevator and corridor, music was playing quietly all the time and there was a pleasant smell as well. Very friendly and helpful staff.
    Guest review by
    Kristjan
    Finland

  • Sunway Hotel Seberang Jaya

    Perai
    From US$111.48 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 797 reviews
    The hotel felt very luxurious. The room was very clean and spacious. The staff were really polite, kind and understanding. The hotel is far from the tourist attractions, but after all if you visit Penang solely for tourism, I would recommend staying on the island in order to avoid the traffic on the bridges.
    Guest review by
    Йоанна
    Bulgaria

  • Lone Pine, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Resort

    Batu Ferringhi
    From US$103.31 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 672 reviews
    Charming colonial buildings. Quiet. Less families and children. Beach view. Proximity to Batu Ferringhi night market and public transport. Friendly staff.
    Guest review by
    Tiphany
    Hong Kong

  • Ixora Hotel Penang

    Perai
    From US$46.68 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,413 reviews
    Lovely room good and spacious cleaned daily Restaurant good Breakfast not to our liking but mmanaged to find something
    Guest review by
    Maria
    United Kingdom

  • Iconic Hotel

    Bukit Mertajam
    From US$118.45 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 397 reviews
    I love coming here. The staff are so welcoming and helpful. Always a smile to great you. Breakfast is a must
    Guest review by
    Colin
    United Kingdom

  • Flamingo Hotel by the Beach, Penang

    George Town
    From US$225.46 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,028 reviews
    Everything 👌location on the beach, swimming pool, spacious room, graet service and good food 😎
    Guest review by
    Wynand
    Mauritius

  • The Light Hotel Penang

    Perai
    From US$178.47 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,108 reviews
    I LIKE EVERYTHING! this is my 6th times staying here and I will again soon 😉
    Guest review by
    Summaiyah Bibi
    Malaysia

  • Hompton Hotel by the Beach

    George Town
    From US$192.14 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,625 reviews
    Mr. M Shafiz is a top manager who is most dedicated to customer satisfaction.
    Guest review by
    Waikwan
    United States

  • Hotel Malaysia

    George Town
    From US$38 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,601 reviews
    The hotel was nice the room was clean and the air con was in good condition
    Guest review by
    Rachakorn
    Thailand

  • MaliHom Private Estate

    Balik Pulau
    From US$131.72 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews
    Amazing location .... one of my favourites on the whole planet ....
    Guest review by
    Jon
    Cambodia

  • Eastern & Oriental Hotel

    George Town
    From US$344.71 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,405 reviews
    More than adequate. Staff very happy to help with everything
    Guest review by
    Sharyn
    Indonesia

  • Hotel Sentral Seaview @ ​Beachfront

    George Town
    From US$58.63 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,163 reviews
    The seaview is amazing. We sleep with the sound of the beach
    Guest review by
    Pika
    Malaysia

  • Lexis Suites Penang

    Bayan Lepas
    From US$125.04 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,536 reviews
    Very close to the airport, nice room, great breakfast.
    Guest review by
    Kolius
    Thailand

  • Royale Chulan Penang

    George Town
    From US$115.53 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,196 reviews
    Wonderful friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast.
    Guest review by
    Olivia
    United States

  • Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang

    George Town
    From US$51.16 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5,382 reviews
    Hotel location is good.Staff was helpful and cheerful
    Guest review by
    J.p.
    India

  • Lost Paradise Resort

    Batu Ferringhi
    From US$50.53 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,359 reviews
    The room is huge and comfortable. Feel like in Bali
    Guest review by
    Sharifah Nor Azimah
    Malaysia

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  • 8.0

    For those who loves beautiful scenery, art, history building...

    For those who loves beautiful scenery, art, history building, come explore Georgetown, so many pictures you can take here. I eat at roti bakar hutton lane. You can use rapid van less than 10 mins you can arrive there. Walkable distance to jetty, ferry. I went to bukit bendera, the cool air make us comfortable.
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
  • 10.0

    Batu Ferringhi, is a great place for a relaxing holiday in...

    Batu Ferringhi, is a great place for a relaxing holiday in the warm. The food in Penang is the big drawcard. It is great for chilling out and leaving the stress behind. The Night Markets are also great. Best of all is Long Beach Cafe, which is a market place which opens in the evening and has the best food, cheap as chips. Great restaurants everywhere. Dont forget to go to Ferringhi Walk and Bora Bora for Dinner. Food, Glorious Food.
    Guest review by
    Stephen
    Australia
  • 8.0

    Better than renting hotel room, car is parked right in front...

    Better than renting hotel room, car is parked right in front of door, should provide television & refrigerator & microwave, also with simple sofa, as the metal chair is broken, water pressure should be better with usage of water pump
    Guest review by
    Taufik
    Malaysia
  • 8.0

    I stayed one night in Bukit Mertajam and overall, it was a...

    I stayed one night in Bukit Mertajam and overall, it was a decent short stop. The town has a quiet, local charm and isn’t too busy, which made it quite relaxing. There’s not a whole lot to do, but it’s a good place if you just want to unwind or try some local food—there are definitely some hidden gems when it comes to hawker stalls and small eateries. That said, it’s not really a tourist-heavy spot, so don’t expect major attractions or much nightlife. It’s more of a laid-back, pass-through kind of town. For one night, it was okay and served its purpose as a quick rest point.
    Guest review by
    KitsonL
    Malaysia
  • 6.0

    What I liked:

    What I liked: The hotel was clean, the staff were friendly, and the location was convenient for getting around. What wasn’t the best: We stayed in a triple room, and the bathroom only had a single sliding door, which offered very little privacy. This setup felt unsuitable for multiple guests and made the stay a bit uncomfortable.
    Guest review by
    Punithevathi
    Malaysia
  • 8.0

    Perai is an Underrated Land to Explore which is a another...

    Perai is an Underrated Land to Explore which is a another Option Place to Stay to avoid Massive Traffic in Penang Island. Hotels, Food, Fast Access to Exit the highway and the Shopping Malls are within 5-8mins drive. Obviously money worth it compared to spending so much in our accommodation on the Island.
    Guest review by
    Head Coach Nasir
    Malaysia
  • 2.0

    Lift service was poor and shared with Cleaner and laundry...

    Lift service was poor and shared with Cleaner and laundry team. Delayed the whole process of the lift service which takes 20 to 30 minutes each wait. Noisy and the wall too thin. Can hear every movement of the children jumping and their walks running screaming crying till late nights from neighbours. Toilets are dirty and too small. No closet and plates.
    Guest review by
    Azura
    Malaysia
  • 10.0

    Nice place. Comfortable.

    Nice place. Comfortable. No big city rush, but many new shops & eateries. Good food, quite cheap. Friendly people. Got lots to explore, including the parks. Also not too far from Penang & Kedah, just nicely in between.
    Guest review by
    Sherina
    Malaysia
  • 6.0

    I like it because it is away from the traffic of Georgetown...

    I like it because it is away from the traffic of Georgetown on the one side and from touristic Batu Ferringhi on the other. A handful of decent restaurants supplement the many informal local huts, giving all levels of cost and quality for variable dining. All the local folk are courteous and kindly, though English is universally poor to incomprehensible. Excellent modern buses connect with Georgetown etc. on a frequent, low-cost service. Car hire is not expensive and a liberating device for island discovery. Pop-up Fruit stalls abound for an exotic breakfast in your hotel room or on the beach. Meridien Hotel has the cleanest beach!
    Guest review by
    Victor
    United Kingdom
  • 2.0

    recently stayed at this Airbnb, and unfortunately, the...

    recently stayed at this Airbnb, and unfortunately, the experience was not great. The house is located very close to a mosque, and the loud prayers start at 6 AM daily, which is disruptive if you’re planning to sleep in. The house is also much smaller than expected for a double-storey unit. The living room is cramped and not ideal for hosting friends. All the rooms are small, and the kitchen is equally compact, so don’t expect much space here. A major inconvenience is the smart key system, which turns off the electricity when you leave the house. This means you can’t leave any devices charging or keep the air conditioning running while you’re out for lunch or dinner. Plus, there’s no air conditioning in the living room, which makes the space uncomfortable during hot days. Communication was another issue. The owner does not understand English and only speaks Malay, which made communication uncomfortable for me. On top of that, there is a CCTV camera outside the car porch, and the owner won’t allow you to turn off the modem, so it feels like you’re being constantly monitored. I found this quite unsettling. Lastly, the water pressure in the toilet is low, which was an additional disappointment. Overall, this stay was not as expected, and there are better options available for the price.
    Guest review by
    andythewang
    Malaysia