Downtown George Town

George Town

Georgetown showing central business district, a high rise building and boating
Downtown George Town featuring heritage elements
Downtown George Town which includes food and markets
Penang which includes a cascade, forests and rainforest
Penang featuring a small town or village and street scenes

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Downtown George Town Hotel Deals

Ascott Gurney Penang
Ascott Gurney Penang
4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is AED 413 per night from Jun 19 to Jun 20
AED 413
AED 457 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jun - 20 Jun
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! (181 reviews)
"Had a great stay!"

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is AED 224 per night from Jun 7 to Jun 8
AED 224
AED 275 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing stay, special thanks to the house keepers always tidy my bed . Guest service is excellent , location is good and close to mall and eatery ."

Reviewed on 8 May 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
4.5 out of 5
53 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
The price is AED 256 per night from May 23 to May 24
AED 256
AED 313 total
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Pitiful Gurney Drive
"Old hotel but was well maintained and managed. Staff were very attentive and pleasant. Was given an upgrade to beach facing. Unfortunately, the scenic Gurney beach we used to know is no longer and reclaimed for new developments; what a pity."

Reviewed on 11 May 2025

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
5 out of 5
10 Lebuh Farquhar, George Town, Penang
The price is AED 676 per night from May 26 to May 27
AED 676
AED 810 total
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Grand hotel with great location and views.
"Colonial style hotel with very nice staff and views. Spacious clean rooms and large bathroom. Buffet breakfast was excellent with plenty of choices. Love the atmosphere and the location."

Reviewed on 17 May 2025

Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Cititel Penang
Cititel Penang
4 out of 5
66 Jalan Penang, George Town
The price is AED 149 per night from May 24 to May 25
AED 149
AED 190 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (716 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Cititel Penang
Le Dream Boutique Hotel
Le Dream Boutique Hotel
3.5 out of 5
139, Jalan Pintal Tali, George Town, Penang
The price is AED 153 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
AED 153
AED 176 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, especially for the cleanliness and kindness of the staff…we love the interior design (sink and toilet with hotel logo/name)…housing under the same roof a Michelin mentioned restaurant which seemed running very well."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Le Dream Boutique Hotel
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.

Other neighborhoods around Downtown George Town

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Clan Jetty

Clan Jetty is well-liked for its historic sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater George Town area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Pinang Peranakan Mansion.

Clan Jetty
Fort Cornwallis which includes heritage architecture

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.

Historic George Town
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Pulau Tikus

Though Pulau Tikus might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Paragon.

Pulau Tikus
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Gelugor

4/5(6 area reviews)

Visitors to Gelugor like its cafes and monuments, and Penang Bridge West End is a sight worth a stop.

Gelugor
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Taman Happy Valley

Though Taman Happy Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kek Lok Si Temple and Penang Hill.

Taman Happy Valley
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Tanjung Bungah

4/5(26 area reviews)

Tanjung Bungah is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Batu Ferringhi Beach and Tanjung Bungah Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tanjung Tokong.

Tanjung Bungah


Downtown George Town

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