The Best Historic Hotels in Chinatown from AED 112 in 2026

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Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Downtown George Town

Sheri

AED 1,206 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jul - 15 Jul

23 LoveLane Penang

Downtown George Town

Sheila

AED 501 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jul - 30 Jul

Yeng Keng Hotel

Downtown George Town

Janice

AED 415 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jul - 9 Jul

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

Downtown George Town

Maitai

AED 129 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

Apple Heritage Hotel

Downtown George Town

Alexandra

AED 112 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

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Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

10/10 Excellent

"Great room with helpful staff."

Yeng Keng Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is in such prime location for getting anroubd Georgetown and is such a beautiful building. The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Our room for 3 was quite small but ample for a couple of nights. Was so great having the pool to cool off in the heat I would highly recommend to anyone visiting this exciting city."

Eastern And Oriental Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The E&O is Georgetown's premier hotel. It offers travellers an elegant experience from a bygone era of travel. The suite in the victory annex was gorgeous and opened onto an ocean view with beautiful breezes. The breakfast and food were fantastic. The heritage pool is warmer and worth the walk into the older building. The only complaint concerns the mini fridge in the room, which was burned out and kept what would have been lovely cold drinks at a not-so-cold 36C. I reported the matter, and the electrician attended. There was the obligatory shrugging of the shoulders and the very nicely mumbled 'so sorry, no spare fridge' excuse given. Still, it is Malaysia, and you have to expect that. The place kind of works, but in a duct tape and held together with rope kind of way. This was consistent with the electrical wiring in the room, where I had to flick two or three switches to get the bathroom light over the bathroom mirror working. All part of the charm to be honest, as they say in Latin America, mañana (tomorrow). If you want a Singapore exprience, where everything works perfectly, then stay on the airplane for another 90 minutes down to Changi Airport at the other end of the Malacca Straits. I have to complement the General Manager Alison Fraser and her staff, they provide a great experience. I commend you to the E&O and would return without hesitation."

Ascott Gurney Penang

8/10 Good

"This is my second at this property.The room and facilities are modern and relatively new and well kept. However, the staff needs to be better trained. On the last day of our stay (our rooms had late checkout), we went back to the rooms to prepare for checkout, but we were locked out of the room. We went down to reception and the staff said she fixed the issue, so we went back up again only to find the keys still didn't work. So we went to reception again and was told it was fixed for the 2nd time. Upon reaching the room, the keys still didn't work. We had to go to reception for the 3rd time before we can finally enter the rooms. The staff didn't apologise or make any effort to call for additional assistance and was quite indifferent to the situation. We stayed at so many properties before and if a similar room lock out situation occurred, the other properties would have asked a staff to accompany the guest to check on the room after the 2nd attempt failed, but unfortunately, this was not the case here. A good property only to be let down by bad service."

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

10/10 Excellent

"Our welcome, check in, room and staff were excellent. The hotels pools, Adventure Zone and buffet breakfast was amazing. The outer hallways were a little worn down. The hallway on the 4th floor smelled like vomit or rotten milk was spilled on the carpet. The staff worked tirelessly to clean it up but the smell was still there. Towards the end of the trip water was leaking from the ceiling and a bucket was put on the ground in the hallway. It just needs some updating. However our room was fine. Nice cold air conditioning and clean. Wonderful ocean view balcony. Despite the small things I'd definitely stay here again!"

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Frequently asked questions

What can a history buff expect from a stay in Chinatown?

Visitors love the significant historical sites they discover in Chinatown. You'll likely want to savor the top-notch restaurants and charming coffeehouses during your visit.

What's the best accommodation in Chinatown to be near historical sites?

Based on our travel expertise, 23 LoveLane Penang is a top historic hotel bookable on our site and it features free WiFi. Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site is a short walk away. Other choices near historic sites include Yeng Keng Hotel and 1881 Chong Tian Hotel.

How many historical hotels are located in Chinatown?

Chinatown has 57 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia, including 3 hotels designated as historic or close to historic sites.

What are the must-see historical sites and other places in Chinatown?

Landmarks like Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site and Kapitan Keling Mosque in Chinatown might be worth a visit. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Queen Street and Loo Pun Hong.

What is a historic hotel like in Chinatown?

A historic hotel gives guests the opportunity to stay in a building recognized with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of palaces, castles, stately homes or even lodges, pubs, or skyscrapers. These types of hotels in Chinatown often retain original elements like traditional architecture and period features in guestrooms or communal spaces.

What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?

You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, it's often the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Do historic hotels in Chinatown have modern facilities?

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you've come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi, and the popular amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Chinatown, don't worry that you'll find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.

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Our top choices for Chinatown historic hotels

Eastern And Oriental Hotel

23 LoveLane Penang

Yeng Keng Hotel

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

Apple Heritage Hotel

Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

Yeng Keng Hotel

Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Ascott Gurney Penang

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

Campbell House

Seven Terraces Hotel

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Our top choices for Chinatown historic hotels

Eastern And Oriental Hotel

23 LoveLane Penang

Yeng Keng Hotel

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

Apple Heritage Hotel

Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

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