Downtown George Town, a neighbourhood in George Town, is home to Merlin Hotel. Penang State Museum and Pinaon Time Tunnel are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Gurney Drive and Prangin Mall. Kidland Penang and PKSA Penang Water Sports Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our George Town travel guide
No 1 Lebuh, Georgetown, George Town, Penang, 10200
What's nearby
Padang Kota Lama
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Fort Cornwallis
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Penang City Hall
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Penang Sentral
31 min drive
Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.)
29 min drive
Restaurants
Hameed Pata Special Mee Sotong
3 min walk
Constant Gardener Coffee
1 min walk
Auntie Gaik Lean's Old School Eatery
3 min walk
Katao
3 min walk
Union Street Famous Kareem Pasembor Rojak
2 min walk
About this property
Merlin Hotel
Hotel near Gurney Drive
Merlin Hotel provides a corner/local shop and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self-parking
Tour/ticket information, a vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
A front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at Merlin Hotel offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 17
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 not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
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:
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.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Frequently asked questions
Is Merlin Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Merlin Hotel?
As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merlin Hotel on 1 Sept 2026 start from RM83, 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 Merlin Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Merlin Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 4:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Merlin Hotel?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Merlin Hotel located?
Located in Downtown George Town, this hotel is steps away from Fort Cornwallis and Padang Kota Lama. Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Penang City Hall 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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