George Town

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in George Town

Georgetown featuring a coastal town, cbd and boating

Downtown George Town

4.5/5(155 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to 1st Avenue Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Downtown George Town
Tropical Spice Garden which includes signage and a garden

Batu Ferringhi

Travellers to Batu Ferringhi praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.

Batu Ferringhi
Fort Cornwallis featuring heritage architecture

Historic George Town

If you're spending some time in Historic George Town, Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal are top sights worth seeing.

Historic George Town
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Bayan Lepas

4/5(9 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Bayan Lepas
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Tanjung Bungah

4/5(17 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Tanjung Bungah is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Batu Ferringhi Beach and Tanjung Bungah Beach.

Tanjung Bungah
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Tanjung Tokong

Tanjung Tokong is well-regarded for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views, and you might also want to make a stop by Ibox Museum of Glass Penang, a top sight in the neighbourhood.

Tanjung Tokong
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

3.5 out of 5
33, New Lane, (off Macalister Road), Georgetown, George Town, Penang
The price is RM386 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
RM386
RM468 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay. Food easily available near the hotel."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Sunway Hotel Georgetown 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 1 Sept to 2 Sept
RM320
RM391 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Comfortable room. Near to a mall and the bus station."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
PARKROYAL Penang Resort

PARKROYAL Penang Resort

4.5 out of 5
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is RM485 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
RM485
RM585 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Learning in Comfort
"Amazing village tour with Sheik! It was highly informative regarding land use, nature, and nature’s medicine. Also met a few lovely villagers who were ever so kind in sharing their garden’s ubat, and introduced me to their friendly & beautiful kitties! And then there was Fauzi with his incredible ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Granite Luxury Hotel

The Granite Luxury Hotel

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine, George Town
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (191 reviews)
"Tower in the room a bit worn out. All others amenities are good."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

The Granite Luxury Hotel
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang

Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang

5 out of 5
55 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Breakfast was very delicious"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
lyf Georgetown Penang

lyf Georgetown Penang

4 out of 5
No. 2A Jalan Penang, Seksyen 14, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (15 reviews)
"New and Good to stay in the town"

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

lyf Georgetown Penang
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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