Butterworth

Travel Guide

A nighttime cityscape with a river, illuminated buildings, and a prominent bridge.
A sunset over a city skyline with mountains in the background.
A coastal cityscape with a bridge, dense urban area, and surrounding hills.
A cityscape with traditional architecture and modern high-rises.
A beach with two boats, one yellow and red, and one white, with a clear sky and calm sea.

Where to stay in Butterworth

Find the best Butterworth areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Butterworth
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Taman Teratai

While Taman Teratai isn't home to many top sights, Kelab Tentera Udara and Sunway Carnival Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City by IHG

Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City by IHG

4 out of 5
4823-4824 2F JALAN PANTAI Butterworth
The price is RM284 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
RM284
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Butterworth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Sultan Abdul Halim ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (59 reviews)
"Everything was good with the hotel it just not much to do quite, we had to cross the bridge to the other side of penang which it around 20 minutes and 20 min to go back with no traffic"

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City by IHG
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

4 out of 5
Jalan Batu Feringgi George Town Penang
The price is RM374 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
RM374
per night
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Stay at this golf resort in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road George Town Penang
The price is RM320 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
RM320
per night
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
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1926 Heritage Hotel Penang By The Unlimited Collection

1926 Heritage Hotel Penang By The Unlimited Collection

4.5 out of 5
227, Jalan Burma, George Town
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Penang Hill are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"We had a great stay. All of the staff were lovely and the room was clean and inviting. The buffet breakfast was quaint and had enough options to keep you content. The team were very helpful and always had a smile."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

1926 Heritage Hotel Penang By The Unlimited Collection
Beacon Executive Suites

Beacon Executive Suites

3 out of 5
142 Jalan Sungai Pinang George Town Pulau Pinang
Stay at this apartment in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Penang Hill are located ...
4.6/10 (4 reviews)
"We booked the hotel BUT got NO indication how to check in. When we arrived at the hotel and contacted with the Agent, we were told that NO ROOM was lept for us and we were told to Grab to another hotel for 2 days (which was much poor in terms of facilities, even no micro-wave oven was provided and ..."

Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Beacon Executive Suites
lyf Georgetown Penang

lyf Georgetown Penang

4 out of 5
No. 2A Jalan Penang, Seksyen 14 George Town Penang
Stay at this aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Old Protestant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (50 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

lyf Georgetown Penang
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Stay near popular Butterworth attractions

Butterworth Arena

5.0/10 (2 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Butterworth Arena during your trip to Butterworth. Wander the white-sand beaches and marina while you're in the area.
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Things to do

The Top Penang Admission Ticket

Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

RM53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

RM26
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling

George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling

RM135
per adult
George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling
The Habitat Penang Hill Admission Ticket

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

RM54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Georgetown Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Penang Island Tour

Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour

RM185
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour
Penang Balik Pulau Countryside Morning Cycling with Transfers

Penang Balik Pulau Countryside Morning Cycling with Transfers

RM241
per adult
Penang Balik Pulau Countryside Morning Cycling with Transfers
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A bridge over water with vehicles, a sunset, and distant buildings.

Seberang Jaya

A mosque with a dome and minaret, a bridge, and a rocky shoreline at dusk.

Perai

Three plates of stir-fried noodles with shrimp on a table.

Mak Mandin

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