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.
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 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.
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.
Ascott Gurney Penang
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is S$165 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
S$165
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (192 reviews)
"Our room had a great view, was spacious and incredibly clean. The filtered water tap was a nice touch and the pool and gym facilities were immaculate."
Reviewed on 30 Jun, 2025
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is S$114 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
S$114
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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! (1,003 reviews)
"clean, comfortable, friendly staff, convenient location"
Reviewed on 28 Jun, 2025
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is S$249 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
S$249
23 Jul - 24 Jul
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Amazing Retreat -Cherished Memories at Park Royal
"Amazing stay - Lovely retreat and enjoyed our stay - Enough programmes for our 48 hour stay . Wide selection for breakfast . Thoroughly enjoyed watching sunset by the beach and had a lovely entertainment by Fire Hunter . Enjoyed our late evening drink at Sunset beach bar . Enjoyed my spa treatment ..."
Reviewed on 26 Jun, 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! (181 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, great location for walking around Georgetown. Very friendly and helpful staff. Only slight negative was rooftop bar. No wine by glass available and could only buy spirit s by the bottle ? Very strange. Overall, very nice hotel and would return."
Reviewed on 25 Jun, 2025
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
55 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are ...
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! (13 reviews)
"New and Good to stay in the town"
Reviewed on 15 Jun, 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.
Popular places to visit
Gurney Drive
4/5(36 reviews)
During your trip to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
KOMTAR
4/5(49 reviews)
Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.
Penang Hill
4.5/5(45 reviews)
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
Queensbay Mall
4/5(21 reviews)
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
4/5(36 reviews)
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
4.5/5(36 reviews)
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
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
S$3
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
S$113
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour
S$115
per adult
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
S$30
per adult
Penang Day Trip with Temple and Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane)
S$194
per adult
Full Day - Penang Tour Including Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane) & Lunch
S$304
per adult
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
- Teluk Bahang Beach
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- Penang Times Square
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- University of Science-Malaysia
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Padang Kota Lama
- Straits Quay Mall
- Penang City Hall
- TESCO
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
- Penang National Park
- Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Penang International Sports Arena
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Island Hospital
- Penang State Museum
- Gurney Paragon
- Fort Cornwallis