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Cititel Penang

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near KOMTAR

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Indoor pool
Daily buffet breakfast (MYR 56 per person)
Lobby
1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Restaurant
Cititel Penang, in Downtown George Town, offers an indoor pool, restaurant, and free in-room WiFi. It's an excellent base for visiting nearby KOMTAR and Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal. Guests particularly appreciate the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

The current price is RM204
RM254 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct

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Soundproofed
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LCD TV
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Private bathroom
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Blackout curtains
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Private bathroom
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Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Air conditioning
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LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
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About the area

Located in George Town, Cititel Penang is in the city centre. KOMTAR and Penang Hill are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza. Kidland Penang and Chew Thean Yang Aquarium are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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66 Jalan Penang, George Town, 10000

What's nearby

  • Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • KOMTAR - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pinang Peranakan Mansion - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gurney Drive - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 29 min drive
  • Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kirishima Japanese Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kheng Pin Cafe 群宾茶室 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Lighthouse Cafe and Bakery - CLOSED - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Baba Phang 峇峇之家 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Goh Swee Kee Restaurant (吳瑞記菜館) - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Cititel Penang

Upscale hotel near KOMTAR
A bar, a gym and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at Cititel Penang. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking, plus valet parking (surcharge)
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and tour/ticket information
  • Smoke-free property, a lift and a reception hall
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 451 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (surcharge)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: MYR 56 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Indoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 15 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 85.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: MYR 100 per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 3.00 per accommodation, per night

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately MYR 56 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 85.0 per night

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, debit 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 smoke detector, a security system and window guards

We should mention

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Cititel Penang Hotel George Town
Cititel Penang Hotel
Cititel Penang George Town
Cititel Penang Georgetown
Cititel Penang Hotel Georgetown
Cititel Penang George Town
Cititel Penang Hotel
Cititel Penang Georgetown
Cititel Penang George Town
Cititel Penang Hotel Georgetown
Cititel Penang Hotel George Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Cititel Penang have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Cititel Penang?

As of 9 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cititel Penang on 10 Oct 2025 start from RM 204.1, 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.

Is Cititel Penang pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cititel Penang?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cititel Penang?

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

What time is check-out at Cititel Penang?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Cititel Penang located?

Located in Downtown George Town, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion and KOMTAR. Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site and Pasar Chowrasta are also within 10 minutes.

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Cititel Penang Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 319 out of 757 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 757 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 757 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 757 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 757 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Boon Seng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
well located and conveniently for walking to shopping areas a d coffee shops
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lee Ping

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast options, we enjoyed the welcome drinks in the lobby! Convenience stores opposite the hotel, bus stop to the free CAT bus, great food options nearby and further down the street :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotels staffs are all very nice and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohd Haikal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Strategic location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

OONG PING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance within the town areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay.

Great staff, room and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, excellent service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Larry Ng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

Fast check in, clean and comfortable room. Good surrounding and nearby to all nice food location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saeful

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and excellent servicr
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Syed

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Best thing about the hotel is it's location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to other dinning options and shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay here. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. On-site parking is simple and convenient. Close walking distance to many great places around town
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

yusuke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
First time to stay Malaysia peninsula. It is okay. Staff is trying to accommodate customers. Property looks old. It is okay as far as business stay. Near the hotel, a lot of dining option. It is very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean , great breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glynn

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel.

Great staff, good room and good selection breakfast. Would return again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Okawada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel complex. Lovely restaurant with a large selection of breakfast choices. The staff was efficient, friendly, courteous and provided great customer service. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

babubhai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property Close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Boon Seng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff services and convenience are what we like about your hotel. Will be back in July.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional

A hotel i would definitely stay at again. The location, the staff were so good and the facilities were exceptional. Definitely a hotel to stay at again once in Penang again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliana Binte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & we had a great view from our room!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and view

Great location close to Georgetown restaurants and shopping. The view over the water from the high floors is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Yeo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, large clean room with great view of waterfront, and nice breakfast buffet. Loved location near central Georgetown. Near restaurants and shopping and walkable to most of the top spots in the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with very helpfull staff. The room was clean, comfortable and quite. Plenty of bars, restaurants and shopping on the doorstep. Easy walking distance to many places of interest. Good price if booked on line. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025