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Motels often include free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool. The term “motel” was conceived in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

Enjoy the top-notch restaurants and charming coffeehouses in this walkable area while you’re sightseeing. Some outdoorsy places nearby include Padang Kota Lama, Penang Avatar Secret Garden, and Penang Hill. You’ll find these family-friendly sights in the area: ESCAPE Adventureplay, Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm, and Penang Bird Park. To learn more about local history, take some time at Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site and Kapitan Keling Mosque. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Goddess of Mercy Temple, Loo Pun Hong, and Camera Museum.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we’ve gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Chinatown to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Chinatown are November, October, December, and May, with each month seeing an average of 13 inches of rainfall.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Chinatown to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Penang Intl. Airport (PEN), which is located 10 mi (16.1 km) away from the city center. If you’d like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.