George Town

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in George Town

Georgetown showing central business district, a high rise building and boating

Downtown George Town

4.5/5(279 area reviews)

Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.

Downtown George Town
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.

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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.

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Bayan Lepas

3.5/5(26 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Bayan Lepas
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Bayan Baru

While Bayan Baru isn't home to many top sights, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

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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
Ascott Gurney Penang
Ascott Gurney Penang
4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is AED 417 per night from Jun 19 to Jun 20
AED 417
AED 461 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! (182 reviews)
"Had a great stay!"

Reviewed on 9 May 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
4.5 out of 5
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is AED 379 per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
AED 379
AED 458 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Property, staff and area were amazing only down side is the food the Asian restaurant was amazing however the Italian was poor and there wasn’t really any other options"

Reviewed on 16 May 2025

PARKROYAL Penang Resort
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Penang
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Penang
4 out of 5
56 Jalan Low Yat, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is AED 214 per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
AED 214
AED 263 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (833 reviews)
"Great staff - great pool area. Breakfast is fabulous. Room was clean and serviced daily by the nicest young man. The gym was was well appointed. The Spa for massages was wonderful. The carpets in hallways and walls in hallways to rooms could be deep cleaned."

Reviewed on 25 April 2025

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Penang
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 Granite Luxury Hotel
The Granite Luxury Hotel
3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine, George Town
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (173 reviews)
"Property is well located with amazing staff, great rooms and amenities - especially the pool area. It is walking distance to the old town and all the spots you want to get to"

Reviewed on 21 May 2025

The Granite Luxury Hotel
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
5 out of 5
55 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are ...
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
lyf Georgetown Penang by The Ascott Limited
lyf Georgetown Penang by The Ascott Limited
4 out of 5
No. 2A Jalan Penang, Seksyen 14, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive ...
4 Nights Stay
"New property in excellent location ! Entire team was so friendly and we even had the chance to meet the Hotel's GM Mr Nixon Chin who took care of us so extremely well! We invited him to join us for a evening drink nearby the hotel with us and really superb nice gentleman !! Highly recommend anyone ..."

Reviewed on 2 April 2025

lyf Georgetown Penang by The Ascott Limited
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.

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Reviews of George Town

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
102
5 - Excellent 40%
4 - Good
125
4 - Good 49%
3 - Okay
26
3 - Okay 10%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I would like to stay in the same hotel if the price is around the same .

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Busy- road congested but it’s an island n to be expected.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great food for minimal cost Hawker stalls a must

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

modern and traditional, great highway system, friendly, beautiful scenery.

4/5 - Good

Shirley

Aside from walking, we took Grab as our primary transportation. There is always food to eat at any hour of the day. Locals are friendly and some Grab drivers would give you suggestions on where to go or not worth going.

5/5 - Excellent

Travel-Fan

Beautiful, small city with lots of atmosphere.