Located in George Town, SO Hotel is in the city centre. Penang Hill and Penang Jewish Cemetery are local landmarks, 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. 90 Siam Road, Georgetown P. Pinang, Georgetown, George Town, Penang, 10400
What's nearby
KOMTAR
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Gurney Drive
3 min drive - 1.6 km
1st Avenue Mall
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Chit Tiau Lor Ban San
19 min walk - 1.6 km
Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
3 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Penang Sentral
27 min drive
Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.)
16 min drive
Restaurants
Penang Kitchen, Courtyard by Marriot
5 min walk
Padang Brown Food Stalls
5 min walk
Hanami Ya 花見の屋
3 min walk
Siam Road Charcoal Char Koay Teow
1 min walk
Khoon Hiang Cafe 群香茶室
6 min walk
About this property
SO Hotel
Hotel near Gurney Drive
SO Hotel provides dry cleaning/laundry services and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self-parking and extended parking
Limo/town car service, bike hire and express check-out
Express check-in, a front desk safe and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at SO Hotel include thoughtful touches, such as pillow menus and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
Limo/town car service
Free extended parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Computer station
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
More
6 floors
Built in 2010
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Pillow menu
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV with cable channels
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal and train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 35 per day.
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:
Cash deposit: MYR 50.00 per stay
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.
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: MYR 35 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Frequently asked questions
Is SO Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at SO Hotel?
As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SO Hotel on 19 Aug 2026 start from RM72, 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 SO Hotel?
Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at SO Hotel?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at SO Hotel?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is SO Hotel located?
Located in Downtown George Town, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Loh guan Lye Specialist Centre, Penang Jewish Cemetery and New World Park. KOMTAR and Hin Bus Depot Art Centre are also within 15 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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