Historic George Town

George Town

A calm waterfront with boats, a pier, and distant cityscape.
A wooden pier extending into calm waters with a small building at the end.
A waterway with wooden structures, a boat, and buildings in the background.
A bridge with a covered walkway over water, leading to a building with a red roof.
A waterfront scene with a red building, calm water, and a city skyline in the background.

Stay near popular Historic George Town attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Historic George Town

The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja George Town
The price is RM512 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
RM512
RM566 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (631 reviews)
"Excellent location for visiting Georgetown historic sights - easily walkable. Nice comfortable twin room, modern design. Clean roof top pool with views of harbour. Good choice for breakfast."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

The Prestige Hotel Penang
Mclane Boutique Hotel

Mclane Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
17 Lorong Pasar George Town Pulau Pinang
The price is RM115 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
RM115
RM136 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (48 reviews)
"The lady at the front desk is very helpful and knows her job very well but not the guy when i checked in who was rude and won't even listen and look at me."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Mclane Boutique Hotel
Victoria Garden Hotel

Victoria Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
280 Lebuh Victoria George Town Pulau Pinang
The price is RM231 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
RM231
RM264 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (223 reviews)
"Great location and easy access to the old town. Staff very helpful and arranged our trishaw’s for us. Brilliant day out learning the history"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Victoria Garden Hotel
Royale Chulan Penang

Royale Chulan Penang

4 out of 5
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld George Town Penang
The price is RM443 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
RM443
RM518 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were lovely and really helpful. Always smiling."

Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Royale Chulan Penang
Seven Terraces Hotel

Seven Terraces Hotel

4 out of 5
Stewart Lane, Georgetown George Town Penang
The price is RM625 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
RM625
RM688 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (284 reviews)
"Everything was perfect"

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Seven Terraces Hotel
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road George Town Penang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM390 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
RM390
RM473 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Location was fantastic. Staff were top-notched. Rooms are abit dated and has some mould in the bathroom around the bathtub"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
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.

Where to stay in Historic George Town

Find the best Historic George Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown George Town

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from The Top at Komatar to KOMTAR – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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.

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 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.

Bayan Lepas

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



Historic George Town