Areca Hotel Penang

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Near KOMTAR, Areca Hotel Penang provides a shopping centre on-site, a garden and a library. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a business centre and a free children's club.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is RM301
RM338 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, nightstand, lamp, and a small table with a vase.

Heritage Room (Ground Floor)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a bench, and a desk lamp.

Family Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a small desk with a lamp.

Garden Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and a ladder.

Heritage Loft

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Heritage Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Garden Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in George Town, Areca Hotel Penang is in the city centre. KOMTAR and Penang Hill are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Gurney Drive. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Penang Youth and Sports Complex or Penang International Sports Arena. Visit our George Town travel guide
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No. 5, Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe, George Town, 10050

What's nearby

  • A cityscape with a prominent tall building, a variety of colorful rooftops, and a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.
    KOMTAR
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A traditional blue building with ornate decorations and a well-maintained garden.
    Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Kidland Penang
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pasar Chowrasta
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral
    26 min drive
  • Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.)
    27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Penang Road Famous Teochew Chendul (Tan)
    2 min walk
  • Jeruk Madu Pak Ali
    2 min walk
  • Roti Bakar Hutton Lane
    1 min walk
  • Rim Tha Non Mookata
    1 min walk
  • Yuan Shi Ren BBQ 原始人烧烤
    2 min walk

About this property

Areca Hotel Penang

  • Hotel near KOMTAR
  • Take advantage of a shopping centre on-site, a garden and a library at Areca Hotel Penang. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a business centre and a free children's club.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Limo/town car service, cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk
    • Free newspapers, luggage storage and a water dispenser
    • A reception hall, tour/ticket information and a computer station
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 50 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: MYR 30 for adults and MYR 30 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Free children's club
  • Library
  • Shopping centre

Family friendly

  • Free children's club
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 55.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

MastercardVisa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: MYR 200.0 per accommodation, per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately MYR 30 for adults and from MYR 30 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 55.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Areca Hotel Penang pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Areca Hotel Penang?

As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Areca Hotel Penang on 13 Oct 2026 start from RM301, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Areca Hotel Penang?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Areca Hotel Penang?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Areca Hotel Penang?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Areca Hotel Penang located?

Located in Downtown George Town, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Pasar Chowrasta and KOMTAR. Kidland Penang and Prangin Mall are also within 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Areca Hotel Penang Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 349 out of 485 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 485 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 485 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 485 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 485 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, awesome location🙏😊❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice afternoon tea. staff are very nice. The breakfast is a bit too simple, not very value for money.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Room was clean. Close to a mosque to pray
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly helpful staff. Loved the history of the building. Afternoon tea was a bonus. Free washing as we stayed a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was good as was the afternoon tea. This was a great location we were able to hop onto the CAT easily, dining options were nearby as well the Komtar was close. We were able to get laundry done and the staff were helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location in a beautiful old building. Lovely corridors and courtyard. We stayed in a family room. It was very spacious and comfortable. Strong AC and hot shower. Breakfast was superb and the welcome drink and afternoon snack were great touches. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Elevator was helpful for taking luggage up.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very comfortable. Good location to all good eats in George Town.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff and good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, clean rooms, lovely staff definitely reccomend staying at the Acera Hotel 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful 100 years hotel! Great location, staff and great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
They are a great team of staff. Greetings & with a friendly smiles make the whole experiences wonderful. - They are attentive. - The unique & wonderful design of the hotel is cosy & warm welcoming. - Great location. The only minus piont is the limited parking lots.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean and beds were comfortable.staff were friendly, courteous and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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great location, cute hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice heritage building with Penang Nyonya touches. Excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Like coming home. Areca has one of the best locations in George Town. My hotel of choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent staff. I appreciated the afternoon tea with snacks. Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, very spacious. Stayed with our two kid (6y and 10y). Both loved the stay. The staff were also so helpful with our questions. The location was also great for walking to the Kimberly Night Market and Armenian Street.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean room, kind staff, really nice boutique hotel in a great location (Air con could be colder in the room)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a wonderful antique feeling to it from the entrance, the main areas, and the rooms. The single and the duplex rooms were equally spacious which was very appreciated. The staff is also 24/7 and so helpful when checking in and out. There was also complimentary tea time from 2-5 each day my family was there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room is spacious and clean. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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An elegant hotel with comfortable and clean rooms. The staff were both friendly and helpful. The location near the heart of Georgetown was excellent. And it was excellent value
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was beautiful and spotless. Staff were polite and courteous.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026