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 Prangin Mall.

Downtown George Town
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 Miami Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tanjung Tokong.

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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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Bayan Baru

While Bayan Baru isn't home to many top sights, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Gelugor

4/5(6 area reviews)

Visitors to Gelugor like its cafes and monuments, and Penang Bridge West End is a sight worth a stop.

Gelugor
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
4.5 out of 5
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is AED 401 per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30
AED 401
AED 484 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Always A Good Choice
"I've been coming here for over 30 years. The hotel is showing its age a bit but the location is great, the staff are excellent and the facilities are top quality."

Reviewed on 28 March 2025

PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Ascott Gurney Penang
Ascott Gurney Penang
4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is AED 386 per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
AED 386
AED 428 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (168 reviews)
"Convenient locations with shops nearby"

Reviewed on 1 April 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
Vouk Hotel Suites
Vouk Hotel Suites
4 out of 5
57-G-3 Mansion One, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, Georgetown, George Town
The price is AED 148 per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
AED 148
AED 171 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (473 reviews)
"Staff were very welcoming and friendly. The price was reasonable and location was great. The building and room was nice although there were a few things that could have been better. The mini fridge was not working properly and was not cold, the carpet in the hallway was really worn out and unfortunately ..."

Reviewed on 30 March 2025

Vouk Hotel Suites
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 aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (171 reviews)
"Nice hotel in a good location with very pleasant employees.Only thing I would change is a heated pool"

Reviewed on 1 April 2025

The Granite Luxury Hotel
lyf Georgetown Penang by The Ascott Limited
lyf Georgetown Penang by The Ascott Limited
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! (5 reviews)
Good new vibe ! Great choice !
"Excellent nee hotel with new Gen Z and Alfa Baby families near city centre and beach by E & O hotel ! Redy in 2025 for 2025 and beyond !"

Reviewed on 2 January 2025

lyf Georgetown Penang by The Ascott Limited
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
5 out of 5
55 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are ...
Marriott Executive Apartments, 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.

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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.