3/5 - Okay
Alan
Found George Town itself disappointing. Street art seen better days.
George Town
Travel Guide
Visit George Town
Where to stay in George Town
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is RM485 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
RM485
RM585 total
8 Oct - 9 Oct
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great Resort, Breakfast Buffet was amazing"
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Amari SPICE Penang
2 Persiaran Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas, George Town, Penang
The price is RM357 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
RM357
RM399 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (246 reviews)
"You have a staff member called Aslin, from the moment I arrived he is asking for more money than the service actually costs. 40rm for taxi grab service is 10rm"
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is RM300 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
RM300
RM367 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (1,001 reviews)
"Good"
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
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
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! (202 reviews)
"Loved the welcoming drink and 'freezing' cold towel to cool us down at the reception when we checked in. Room was very spacious and clean. Also appreciate the complimentary teas and coffee. We only drink coffees in the morning and we stayed 3 nights but there were only 2 pods so we had to ask for ..."
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
lyf Georgetown Penang
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (17 reviews)
"New and Good to stay in the town"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025
The Landmark by The Only Bnb
The Landmark, Jalan Tanjung Tokong, 100b-01-01, George Town, Pulau Pinang
Stay at this 4-star apartment in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gurney Plaza and Gurney Drive are ...
8/10 Very Good! (23 reviews)
"Property very spacious, parking and security very good, nice to stay"
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2024
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.
Popular places to visit
Gurney Drive
During your trip to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
KOMTAR
Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.
Penang Hill
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
Queensbay Mall
During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Ferringgi Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Kek Lok Si Temple
The largest Buddhist temple in Penang houses the awe-inspiring 10,000 Buddha pagoda, the giant bronze statue of Kuan Yin, and a delightful souvenir and food market.
Things to do
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
RM40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
RM131
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
RM27
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
RM245
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Reviews of George Town
4.3
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Interesting mix of old colonial and modern. Lots of nice restaurants and coffee & cake shops
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Several good museums. A good mixture of old and new. Good for eating out, local food courts,hawkers stalls and restaurants. Enjoyed Chinese New Year and Thiapusam festival.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Very easy and nice city
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
Dirty drains; line clear Nasi kandar food handling Requires improvement to meet food hygiene standards. Polluted air, Sea and beach. noisy.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Love the historical town, the street arts, food hawker stalls - plenty of choices to eat, everything was walkable distance. Love the history of the green and blue mansion. The blue mansion was so gorgeous! Liked Little India and Chinatown.
- Gurney Drive
- KOMTAR
- Penang Hill
- Gurney Plaza
- Queensbay Mall
- Ferringgi Beach
- ESCAPE Adventureplay
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- University of Science-Malaysia
- Teluk Bahang Beach
- Penang Times Square
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Padang Kota Lama
- Penang City Hall
- Straits Quay Mall
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
- Penang National Park
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple
- Penang Adventist Hospital
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Penang International Sports Arena
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Penang State Museum
- Fort Cornwallis
- Pulau Tikus Market
- Penang Avatar Secret Garden
