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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Melayu Villa by Aayu in George Town offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden or city views. Each room includes a work desk, seating area, and free toiletries. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a garden, terrace, and balcony. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Additional amenities include a lounge, shared kitchen, and private check-in and check-out services. Convenient Location: Located 14 km from Penang International Airport, the guest house is a short walk from 1st Avenue Penang and close to attractions such as Rainbow Skywalk and Penang Times Square. A restaurant is also nearby. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its attentive staff, convenient location, and excellent service support.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in George Town, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Edith
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Beautifully renovated old mansion house with large rooms in the center of historic George Town. The owner and staff are very helpful. There’s a fridge to cool your stuff in the living area.
  • Hui
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Good location. Check in was hassle. We are staying at upper floor the toilet was a bit far from bedroom, walkway was a bit narrow but we’re okay as only 2 adult. If you are travelling with elderly or kids might need request room at downstairs. It...
  • Danielbalan
    Malaysia Malaysia
    This is a beautiful, peaceful stay I had in a colonial building , The facilities are fine .
  • Farhan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very cool architecture style and great location. Was short walk away from many popular areas. Didn’t interact with staff but they checked on us via message and made sure we were happy. Room was really spacious and bed was v comfortable.
  • Charlot
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Great location. Super friendly and kind host, who had send us useful information and was very fast in responding to any of our queries. The room was very spacious and clean.
  • Nhung
    Vietnam Vietnam
    What a lovely place to stay in Penang. I absolutely loved the architecture - it has a charming cultural vibe, right in the middle of George Town where you can walk to everything. So many nice restaurants around too (but if you're indecisive like...
  • Yeong
    Malaysia Malaysia
    The staff are very friendly, helpful, and even prepare handwritten cards placed on the bed. The location is excellent—right next to the Ghost Museum and conveniently accessible by Rapid On Demand. It’s also very close to The Nest Cocktail Bar—less...
  • Inne
    Indonesia Indonesia
    I have good experience during my staying here. Facilities are well functioned, the location is very strategic to many attractive spots and there was also housekeeper that clean my room everyday. I also have my room upgraded without extra charge....
  • Helmi
    Finland Finland
    The room was very spacious and clean. Bathroom was large and had good water pressure. Good aircon. There was a common fridge and a microwave and some warm beverages, also cold water. Staff was nice and helpful, but not always there. However they...
  • Fiona
    Canada Canada
    Location great, in the heart of the town. Staff communication was amazing, so responsive and they were there on site frequently (there is no lobby) unusual, rustic building, lots of space in the room and area leading to bathroom. Filtered water...

Managed by Aayu Homes

Company review score: 9.6Based on 4,675 reviews from 18 properties
18 managed properties

Company information

Aayu, which means 'life', reflects our focus on enhancing the quality and experience of living. The Aayu brand has been inspired by a singular, authentic, and original intent to create spaces that are minimal and calming to the souls yet bring resonance to the rich cultural past. Aayu properties are created holistically through a blend of natural-inspired elements and contemporary design into rich colourful heritage homes, prodding a clear definition between the old and new, and how both elements could come together to enliven one another. The Aayu brand aims to provide guests with a warm sense of heritage homes. Aayu is also featured in Robb Report Malaysia and Conde Nast Traveller.

Property information

Melayu Villa by Aayu is a place where travellers can experience the urban dynamism of Georgetown while being tempered by the serene philosophy of the Aayu brand. This unique heritage house boasts soaring ceilings, giving the space an open, airy, and expansive feel.

Neighbourhood information

Melayu Villa by Aayu is located in the heart of Georgetown, Penang, a Unesco world heritage site. It is within walking distance to notable local landmarks and roads such as Penang Street Arts, Chew Jetty, Khoo Kongsi, and Armenian Street.

Languages spoken

English,Malay,Chinese

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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