Budget Hostels from RM68

You may like the room rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our travellers: JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La - 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from the heart of Bukit Jambul. Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR and Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant and a rooftop terrace at this hotel.

Good weather’s always better when you’re discovering new places, so here’s some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually March and May, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Bukit Jambul are November, October, December and May, with each month seeing an average of 334 mm of rainfall.

In general, Bukit Jambul is known for its restaurants, sports and bars. Get out into nature with places such as Penang Hill, Padang Kota Lama and Penang Avatar Secret Garden. Cultural attractions include Hin Bus Depot Art Centre, Penang Islamic Museum and Children on Bicycle by Ernest Zacharevic. Locals like to shop at Queensbay Mall and TESCO.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Bukit Jambul in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.), 3.1 mi (5.1 km) from the city centre.