Top 10 Downtown George Town Hotels of 2026

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
22 Macalisterz	3.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
Cheong Fatt Tze - The Qing Suites	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
Codrington House - Boutique Apartments	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 31 reviews	View
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang	5.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 16 reviews	View
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 47 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown George Town

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Tanjung Bungah

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

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Bayan Lepas

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

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Top Downtown George Town Hotel Reviews

St.Giles Wembley Penang

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff and quick check in/check out. Comfortable and cosy lobby area for guests to lounge at. Hotel is located in a convenient location with malls and many food options nearby."

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

10/10 Excellent

"This is our second stay in this hotel. Location is perfect, nearby to town and also not too far away from Batu Ferringhi area. Although the hotel is a bit old, the staff truly make the difference. Housekeeping staff were very helpful and friendly, providing us with ample items upon request as they knew we do not require any housekeeping service during our stay. Concierge staff Badrol truly caught our attention, as he always smile at us and other guests. We could tell that he really take pride in his work and is a true epitome of what good service is about. Do extend our sincere appreciation to him. Looking forward to our next stay soon, thank you!"

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"We booked the sea-view room and had a superb experience. The room was spotless, and the housekeeping was truly top-notch with great attention to detail and beautiful decorations throughout. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The breakfast offered a wide variety of options, and everything looked and tasted great. On weekends, they even have a live band performing at the bar, which added a really nice atmosphere to the stay. As for getting into the city, we used Grab, and it was only about a 10-minute ride."

Eastern And Oriental Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were welcoming and helpful. Standout lady was Kha Mun, efficient and remembered details about us ( hopefully because we were nice! ), fun and so professional. Room in the heritage wing was great, spacious and old style which we prefer to modern rooms which lack character. Bottled water provided daily, complimentary mini bar and wine on arrival. Loved the daily offerings of canapés and a drink between 6pm and 7pm. Such lovely tasty nibbles and we looked forward to it each day. Pool was quiet and well maintained with comfortable sun loungers and iced water on offer. Breakfast was a gentle start to the day, no mobile phone conversations allowed which was fab as some people just talk so loudly and interrupt the ambience. Lovely coffee. Attentive staff. Exemplary. A great hotel."

Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

2/10 Terrible

"The hotel is over priced for what is provided and comparable hotels of better quality are available in the area for a fraction of the room rate charged at this hotel. In fact, there are two multi story hotels right next door where you can get a double room and breakfast for less than $80.00, whereas this hotel charges $250/night. f one wants to experience the hotel, just take the guided visit, but stay at another hotel. The breakfast is pitiful, and barely any selection and if ordering from the menu on the table, the server removes the menu immediately after you make your order to prevent you from requesting other items from the menu even though the hotel offers a full breakfast in the room rate. The choices and quantities on the breakfast buffet are so poor that guests just glance at the offering and turn around and go outside the hotel to find breakfast. There is essentially no hotel room service, bath towels are not changed, minimal in room coffee and tea choices and quantities are limited, and room features are quite bare. Room lighting is very poor and the general room atmosphere is dark and cold. We have stayed at far better and higher quality hotels in Penang at a comparable room rate but after experiencing the Cheong Fatt Tze Blue Mansion we would not recommend it to anyone and we regret having spent so much to get so little. "

Price trends for hotels in Downtown George Town

Less expensive	More expensive	Next month
June	January	RM194

Month	Price
January	RM272
February	RM239
March	RM226
April	RM255
May	RM199
June	RM194
July	RM210
August	RM223
September	RM218
October	RM214
November	RM229
December	RM269

Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Downtown George Town.

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown George Town?

Downtown George Town is an historic neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown George Town travel tips? Make sure that you visit KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown George Town?

Based on our traveller data, Ascott Gurney Penang is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown George Town. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Gurney Drive, and it offers 2 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include The Granite Luxury Hotel and JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La.

How many hotels are there in Downtown George Town?

If you're searching for places to stay in George Town, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 441 Downtown George Town hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown George Town, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown George Town.

What is there to do around this George Town neighbourhood?

Attractions such as Penang State Museum, Hin Bus Depot Art Centre and Batik Painting Museum Penang highlight George Town's cultural scene. KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown George Town include The Top at Komatar, Kidland Penang and Prangin Mall. When you're sightseeing in George Town, Pasar Chowrasta and Penang Jewish Cemetery are also worth a stop.

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1926 Heritage Hotel Penang By The Unlimited Collection

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

Penang Marriott Hotel

Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang

Cheong Fatt Tze - The Qing Suites

Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Landison Hotel Penang

NIO Hotel

Soori Penang

22 Macalisterz

Capri by Fraser Penang

Forum Hotel Penang

Cheong Fatt Tze - The Townhouses

Muntri Grove

Room at Lebuh Armenian Georgetown Penang

Seven Terraces Hotel

The George Penang By The Crest Collection

Ascott Gurney Penang

Courtyard by Marriott Penang

23 LoveLane Penang

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Where to stay in Downtown George Town

Batu Ferringhi

Tanjung Tokong

Historic George Town

Tanjung Bungah

Bayan Lepas

Top Downtown George Town Hotel Reviews

St.Giles Wembley Penang

Price trends for hotels in Downtown George Town

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