Downtown George Town
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Gurney Drive
During your trip to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Gurney Plaza
During your visit to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
KOMTAR
Learn about the local history of George Town with a stop at KOMTAR. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
You can learn about the history of Little India with a stop at Pinang Peranakan Mansion. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Fort Cornwallis
You can learn about the history of Little India with a stop at Fort Cornwallis. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Penang City Hall
You can learn about the history of Little India when you stop by Penang City Hall. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Downtown George Town Hotel Deals
The Granite Luxury Hotel
The room was really nice and spotless. Staff were very kind. Loved the rooftop pool. Very central location
Reviewed on 24 February 2026
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Yes.
Reviewed on 26 February 2026
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Awesome stay
Reviewed on 27 February 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Spacious room on the 22nd floor with full view of Komtar Tower & sea.
Reviewed on 26 February 2026
The Prestige Hotel Penang
The food at the restaurant was not up to standard for a 5 star hotel. I had multiple meals to see if the issue was the day part or the menu item. It was all poor which is unfortunate because the other aspects of the hotel were lovely like the pool and the rooms
Reviewed on 18 February 2026
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
Excellent staff, professional and helpful, newer property. Gorgeous sea view and Instagramable bath situation but our AC didn’t work well (24C for our whole stay though we dropped it to 16C as soon as we checked it). They tried but unable to fix it and were not offered a change of room…
Reviewed on 10 February 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downtown George Town
Clan Jetty
Clan Jetty is well-liked for its historic sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Little India area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
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.
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.
Tanjung Pinang
If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.
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 neighborhood.
Gelugor
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at Penang Youth and Sports Complex or Penang Bridge West End.
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