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Our top choices for Downtown George Town hotels

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1. JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
4.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff, location was amazing"
United States
Ganesh
The price is S$126
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Exterior

2. St.Giles Wembley Penang

St.Giles Wembley Penang
4.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean rooms, nice rooftop bar, loads for breakfast and friendly staff."
Canada
Simon de
The price is S$97
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
St.Giles Wembley Penang
Indoor pool

3. Cititel Penang

Cititel Penang
4.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (839 reviews)
"Just loved the stay in Cititel Penang"
Malaysia
Parthiban
The price is S$100
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Cititel Penang
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

4. The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang
5.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (638 reviews)
"Great hotel. Easy to walk and explore the local sights."
Thailand
Oliver
The price is S$176
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
The Prestige Hotel Penang
Lobby

5. Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
4.5 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Good location and great hotel."
United States
Zhongkui
The price is S$97
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Balcony

6. Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Eastern And Oriental Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!!"
United States
Sheri
The price is S$397
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

7. M Social Resort Penang

M Social Resort Penang
4.5 star property
Tanjung Bungah, 7.1 km from Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (81 reviews)
"Overall stay is Comfortable"
Malaysia
Fong Yow
The price is S$96
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
M Social Resort Penang
Indoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, lifeguards on site

8. The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang
3.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (278 reviews)
"Convenient location , beauful pool , clean and helpful staff"
Singapore
Val
The price is S$93
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers

9. Ascott Gurney Penang

Ascott Gurney Penang
4.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (287 reviews)
"Great location, room is super nice and clean, great view to Gurney Bay. Staff are helpful. Highly recommended"
Singapore
Truong Giang
The price is S$180
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Ascott Gurney Penang
Aerial view

10. PARKROYAL Penang Resort

PARKROYAL Penang Resort
4.5 star property
Batu Ferringhi, 11.2 km from Downtown George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Lovely relaxing resort, friendly staff & good amenities. Highly recommend!"
Australia
Fiona
The price is S$277
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Daily local cuisine breakfast for a fee

11. Le Dream Boutique Hotel

Le Dream Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown George Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean. The location is very convenient too. Highly recommended!"
Canada
QIANG
The price is S$40
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Le Dream Boutique Hotel
Executive lounge

12. Penang Marriott Hotel

Penang Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"Nice hotel for stay."
Taiwan
Anson
The price is S$238
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Penang Marriott Hotel
View from property

13. The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
5.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"Tastefully designed hotel, with amazing seaview. Chill vibes at the pool which is great for suntanning."
Singapore
Sau Yong
The price is S$241
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
Outdoor pool

14. OZO George Town Penang

OZO George Town Penang
3.5 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (299 reviews)
"Great breakfast"
Australia
Kylie
The price is S$91
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
OZO George Town Penang
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

15. Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
5.0 star property
Batu Ferringhi, 11 km from Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Loved our stay. Rasa Sayang was as amazing as ever. Sad that the beach is gone."
United States
Ashis Nayan
The price is S$226
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Outdoor pool

16. Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
3.5 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location, clean and big room. Friendly staff"
Singapore
Kian Fook
The price is S$90
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Bathroom

17. DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Penang

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Penang
4.0 star property
Batu Ferringhi, 9.7 km from Downtown George Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (934 reviews)
"Spacious and clean room. Bed was super comfortable. Breakfast was excellent especially for the Indian cuisine variety everyday. Check in and out was smoothly done."
Singapore
Uma Mageswary
The price is S$122
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Penang
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

18. Courtyard by Marriott Penang

Courtyard by Marriott Penang
4.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (210 reviews)
"Our request for high floor and quiet room was meet without difficulties. Very pleasant and helpful staff. Very convenient location."
Singapore
Ching Toon
The price is S$160
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Penang
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar

19. G Hotel Gurney

G Hotel Gurney
5.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The rooms were spacious and kept very clean. The staff were accommodating when we asked to change our room due to the noise from other guests. The hotel is in a good location as it is adjacent to Gurney Plaza and Paragon Mall."
United States
Patricia
The price is S$189
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
G Hotel Gurney
Terrace/patio

20. Areca Hotel Penang

Areca Hotel Penang
3.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (468 reviews)
"Very friendly helpful staff. Loved the history of the building. Afternoon tea was a bonus. Free washing as we stayed a week."
Australia
Christne
The price is S$85
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Areca Hotel Penang
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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Front of property
Cheong Fatt Tze - The Qing Suites
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
11 reviews
View
Rooftop terrace
Campbell House
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
407 reviews
View
Outdoor pool
22 Macalisterz
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
13 reviews
View
View from property
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
17 reviews
View
Exterior
88 Armenian
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
View

Where to stay in Downtown George Town

Find the best Downtown George Town areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown George Town
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A beach at sunset with people, boats, and a kite.
Photo by Adriana Arif
Open Photo by Adriana Arif

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.

A traditional ornate temple with a red roof and golden decorations.
Photo by Sch_Lauri
Open Photo by Sch_Lauri

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.

A coastal scene with multiple tall residential buildings, numerous traditional boats, and large rocks along the shore.

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.

A mosque with a tall minaret and domes, situated by a body of water.

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.

A plate of food with various dishes including a roasted meat, rice balls, and vegetables.
Photo by Sue A.
Open Photo by Sue A.

Bayan Lepas

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

Top Downtown George Town Hotel Reviews

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

10/10 Excellent
"Everything is good"
Ying 6-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

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 The Top at Komatar and KOMTAR while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown George Town?
Based on our traveller data, JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown George Town. This hotel is steps from KOMTAR, and offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang and The Prestige Hotel Penang.
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 439 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 Hin Bus Depot Art Centre, Penang State Museum and Pinaon Time Tunnel highlight George Town's cultural scene. The Top at Komatar and KOMTAR are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown George Town include Kidland Penang, Prangin Mall 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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