3/5 - Okay
Alan
17 Mar 2020Found George Town itself disappointing. Street art seen better days.
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 Prangin Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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 Penang Avatar Secret Garden.
Bayan Baru
Bayan Baru might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Gelugor
Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.
OZO George Town Penang
166 Jalan Argyll, George Town, George Town
The price is S$71 per night from 12 May to 13 May
S$71
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (149 reviews)
"Good hotel close to shipping and food."
Reviewed on 2 May,2024
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is S$110 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
S$110
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Fantastic stay
"Lovely stay at Jen hotel. Nice room and comfortable bed with excellent service and advice. Pool area is a bit old but that's our only criticism"
Reviewed on 8 May,2024
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Jalan Batu Feringgi, George Town, Penang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$218 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
S$218
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Book a stay at this luxury resort in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The breakfast was amazing just as before."
Reviewed on 1 May,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.
The Landmark by Katana
The Landmark by Katana, A-7-1, 100A, Jalan Tanjung Tokong, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly apartment in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Gurney Plaza and Gurney ...
7.6/10 Good! (102 reviews)
Very good
"Great location. Management services good. Suites are a little tired however great value for rate"
Reviewed on 12 Mar,2024
The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang (Formerly known as M Summit 191 Executive Hotel Suites)
191. Jalan Magazine, George Town
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions KOMTAR and Swettenham Pier Cruise ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (125 reviews)
"The location is awesome for local culture. But will be nice if hotel just provide enough toilet paper and coffee for those who stay multiple nights"
Reviewed on 1 May,2024
Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang
No. 202 Lebuh Noordin, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Swettenham Pier Cruise ...
7.8/10 Good! (22 reviews)
"Check-in and check-out was seamlessly fast and efficient. Room is clean. Overall property is clean and very good service staff in the entire property in particular Dhur and Joe. They are so helpful and extend the extra miles to even check for us luggage storage at the airport and at Queensbay ..."
Reviewed on 25 Apr,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
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.
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.
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 relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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 Batu Ferringhi. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy 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
Reviews of George Town
4.3
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
16 Mar 2020Interesting mix of old colonial and modern. Lots of nice restaurants and coffee & cake shops
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
2 Mar 2020Several 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
2 Mar 2020Very easy and nice city
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
2 Feb 2020Dirty 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
28 Jan 2020Love 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.
- Penang Hill
- KOMTAR
- Gurney Plaza
- Gurney Drive
- Queensbay Mall
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- ESCAPE Adventureplay
- Ferringgi Beach
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- Padang Kota Lama
- TESCO
- University of Science-Malaysia
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Penang Times Square
- Teluk Bahang Beach
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
- Arulmigu Balathandayuthapani Temple
- Penang National Park
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Penang City Hall
- Straits Quay Mall
- Island Hospital
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Penang International Sports Arena
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Pulau Tikus Market
- Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
- Loh guan Lye Specialist Centre