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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang	5.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
Penang Marriott Hotel	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 118 reviews	View
Campbell House	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 398 reviews	View
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 33 reviews	View
Seven Terraces Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 270 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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If you happen to travel to Penang Island, Malaysia, try this Nasi 7 Benua. Literally translated to English would be 7 Continents Rice. The 7 continents are actually representing the 7 types of rice served on a plate.

These 7 types of rice are Nasi putih, nasi tomato, nasi lamuni, nasi lemak pandan, nasi hujan panas, nasi kacang and nasi minyak.

For the dishes to be eaten with the rice, feel free to choose from the many selections of chicken, beef, seafood and veggies.

This is really good, you should try if you happen to be in Penang!

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

Areca Hotel Penang

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, within easy walking distance to Armenian Street and Komtar, and easy for getting Grabs to anywhere else. Check in was easy and welcoming, we did have to pay 6MYR for room tax and have a 200MYR deposit charge on our card. We also got complimentary afternoon tea vouchers for each day of our stay. It was a nice break from sightseeing to get free tea, coffee and snacks from 3-5pm. Hotel and rooms are a bit dated but that is part of the charm."

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

10/10 Excellent

"The room itself is perfect. Hotel staff are polite. We took the Family Room, which the nightly replenished drinks in the mini fridge are complimentary. The breakfast had excellent variety so much so that we could not try everything even when we spent 4 nights there. The only real downside was the complimentary shuttle service which they booked the wrong date for us, but it was still minor - although next time reception need to specify the date clearly to avoid this kind of problem."

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

10/10 Excellent

"Modern high-rise hotel at the south edge of Old Town. Right next door to several shopping malls and to Noordin Street. Very convenient to Thaipussam celebrations many of which take place right in front of the building. Armenian Street is about 15 minute walk. Beautiful views of Georgetown from club-level floors and from the lounge itself. Main breakfast restaurant was very busy, perhaps because of the ongoing Indian festival."

Price trends for hotels in Downtown George Town

Less expensive	More expensive	This month	Next month
March	December	RM225	RM210

Month	Price
January	RM314
February	RM225
March	RM210
April	RM231
May	RM231
June	RM252
July	RM254
August	RM257
September	RM269
October	RM293
November	RM271
December	RM331

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 Prangin Mall while you're in the neighbourhood.

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

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Seven Terraces Hotel is the highest ranked property in Downtown George Town. This hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Penang Marriott Hotel and Jawi Peranakan Mansion.

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 435 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 Prangin 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 1st Avenue Mall. When you're sightseeing in George Town, Pasar Chowrasta and Penang Jewish Cemetery are also worth a stop.

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Carnarvon Heritage Lodge

Cheong Fatt Tze - The Qing Suites

Edenwood Hotel

22 Macalisterz George Town By Mana-Mana

Swing & Pillows at 87 Chulia St

Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang

One Pacific Hotel & Serviced Apartments

23 LoveLane Penang

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

Yeng Keng Hotel

Red Rock Hotel

Cititel Penang

Penang Marriott Hotel

Seven Terraces Hotel

Macalister Terraces Hotel

Kimberley Hotel Georgetown

Nam Keng Hotel

Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

The Edison George Town

Victoria Garden Hotel

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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

Areca Hotel Penang

Price trends for hotels in Downtown George Town

Frequently asked questions

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