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SAVV HOTEL

Hotel in George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.8 km from Northam Beach, SAVV HOTEL features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

W
Wided
From
Qatar
Nice hotel and friendly staff. Thank you
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,761 reviews
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£62.98
1 night, 2 adults
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Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

Hotel in George Town

Housed in a Chinese courtyard-style mansion, The Blue Mansion offers boutique accommodation tastefully furnished with antique fittings.

I
Ingrid
From
Estonia
Everything was great: helpful and friendly staff, great choice at breakfast, wonderful rooms. I felt like I was in a fairy tale.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,194 reviews
Price from
£114.40
1 night, 2 adults
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Eastern & Oriental Hotel

Hotel in George Town

Situated in George Town, 1.4 km from Northam Beach, Eastern & Oriental Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

N
Norman
From
Oman
Everything. This hotel is fabulous.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,394 reviews
Price from
£165.85
1 night, 2 adults
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Penang Marriott Hotel

Hotel in George Town

Penang Marriott Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in George Town. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service.

A
Ahmad Farihan
From
Malaysia
Location, free parking all the time, services from all the staff, the room with bathtub, the breakfast…. and Netflix!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 154 reviews
Price from
£142.29
1 night, 2 adults
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The Edison George Town

Hotel in George Town

The Edison George Town is set in a restored colonial mansion with contemporary decor. The stylish guest rooms are furnished with a sofa and guests enjoy complimentary turn down service.

B
Briggis
From
Italy
A Dream Stay at The Edison – Penang’s Best Boutique Hotel! From the moment we arrived at The Edison, we were swept away by its charm and elegance. This boutique hotel, housed in a beautifully restored historic mansion, feels like stepping into a piece of Penang’s rich heritage – but with all the modern comforts you could ever want. The location is simply unbeatable: right in the heart of George Town’s UNESCO heritage center, making it effortless to explore the city’s colorful streets, historic landmarks, and vibrant food scene. The interiors are absolutely gorgeous. Every detail, from the grand entrance to the tranquil courtyard, has been lovingly preserved and tastefully updated. Our room was spacious, airy, and refreshingly cool – a perfect retreat after wandering through the tropical heat. The pool is a hidden jewel – calm, inviting, and surrounded by lush greenery. We spent hours there unwinding. And the complimentary all-day lounge? What a fantastic idea! Whether you need a quick snack, a cold drink, or just a quiet corner to relax, it’s always available and beautifully stocked. But what truly elevates The Edison to a class of its own is the exceptional staff. They are the very soul of this hotel – warm, professional, and endlessly helpful. From the front desk to the housekeeping team, every single person we encountered went out of their way to make us feel welcome and cared for. Their restaurant recommendations were outstanding, and they gave us wonderful tips for excursions that made our stay unforgettable. The Edison isn’t just a hotel – it’s an experience. It combines heritage, comfort, and a level of hospitality that is rare to find. We travel often, but few places have left such a lasting impression. If you’re visiting Penang, don’t even think twice. Stay at The Edison. It’s hands down the best hotel in the city, and we can’t wait to come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews
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£123.94
1 night, 2 adults
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East Indies Mansion

Hotel in George Town

Set in a restored private mansion, East Indies Mansion is located in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town.

S
Sarah
From
New Zealand
Lovely staff, Kanmani especially was very helpful and friendly. Great rooms, very quiet overnight. Location was fantastic, right in the heart of Georgetown. Beautiful building and facilities. Highly recommend staying here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 481 reviews
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£84.01
1 night, 2 adults
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Seven Terraces

Hotel in George Town

Located in the capital city of Penang, Seven Terraces is only within a 5-minute walk to the significant Goddess of Mercy Temple and the popular Penang Peranakan Mansion.

G
Georgia
From
Sri Lanka
One of the best hotels I've ever stayed in. The building and rooms were stunning and luxurious and had so much character. Gorgeous pool, restaurant - everything. The reception staff were SO friendly and helpful my whole stay - I felt so welcomed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
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£118.68
1 night, 2 adults
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Campbell House

Hotel in George Town

Campbell House is conveniently located a 5-minute drive from Penang Museum and is surrounded by a variety of local shopping and eating options.

M
Mayo
From
Myanmar
The staff were super friendly, interior was superb, loved the little reading area and terrace. Breakfast was great too.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 614 reviews
Price from
£88.03
1 night, 2 adults
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Aayu Chowrasta - 3 mins walk to Penang Road Chendul

Hotel in George Town

Aayu Chowrasta - 3 mins walk to Penang Road Chendul is located in George Town, 1.2 km from Penang Times Square and 1.3 km from Wonderfood Museum.

A
Agata
From
Taiwan
It is exactly like on the photos, it makes you feel so so good to stay in a place like that after a while of travelling. The staff is very nice and helpful, they are available all the time. They let us leave our luggage for a couple of hours and prepared a plan for sightseeing which was helpful while designing our own plan. There is a lot of places to eat breakfast nearby. Everything was perfect
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
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£86.04
1 night, 2 adults
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22 Skyview

Hotel in Bukit Mertajam

Featuring 5-star accommodation, 22 Skyview is set in Bukit Mertajam, 16 km from Sunway Carnival Mall and 19 km from Penang Bridge.

K
Kishwani Hiram
From
Malaysia
This was one of the best stay in Penang! We booked the queen room and the room was spotless clean. The bathroom was very clean too. I am a person who is very particular of the bathroom cleanliness and this place matched my expectations. Thank you for highlighting on Booking.com that you have a bidet in your toilets. Not sure of others, but I choose my place to stay based on tbe availability of bidet and level of cleanliness. The room also had a great window with a sitting space that we could just sit, read and relax. It was very easy liasing for the place with great customer service. The servicing agent/ owner was very friendly. They have a very kind and friendly helper too! Loved my stay so much and thank you for the wonderful accomodation. Please maintain this service and cleanliness.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
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£20.65
1 night, 2 adults
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Penang's best hotels with breakfast

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

    Situated in Bayan Lepas, 1.5 km from Hammer Bay Beach, Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews

    Situated in Bukit Mertajam, 9.2 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

    Located in George Town, 500 metres from Northam Beach, Marriott Executive Apartments Penang provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews

    Located in George Town and with Northam Beach reachable within 2.4 km, 88 Armenian provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

    The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection is in Georgetown, just 3 minutes' drive from the New Central Business District. It has spacious suites with free Wi-Fi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,578 reviews

    Situated in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach, Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,197 reviews

    Set in George Town, 1.4 km from Northam Beach, The George Penang by The Crest Collection offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,834 reviews

    Set in Bayan Lepas, 5.2 km from Queensbay Mall, Amari SPICE Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

Budget hotels in Penang

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

    Featuring 3-star accommodation, The Bibik at 8 Clarke -NEW Entire #Unesco #HeritageHome is situated in George Town, less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and a 14-minute walk from 1st Avenue...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,148 reviews

    Situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Northam Beach, 乔治市世纪酒店 The Century Boutique Hotel George Town features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,110 reviews

    Set in Bukit Mertajam, 13 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, FUHOTEL offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,196 reviews

    Set in Bukit Mertajam, 9.2 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, Citadines Prai Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a fitness centre.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,443 reviews

    Located in Batu Ferringhi, 2.8 km from Batu Ferringhi Beach, Bahang Bay Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,997 reviews

    Set in George Town, less than 1 km from Northam Beach, OZO George Town Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,164 reviews

    Located in George Town and with Tanjung Tokong Beach reachable within 700 metres, Jazz Hotel Penang provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout the property...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,531 reviews

    Located away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre, Lexis Suites Penang offers accommodations in the scenic Bayan Lepas.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 631 reviews

    Noordin Mews is a boutique hotel housed in a historical building in central Penang. It offers an outdoor pool and provides free Wi-Fi throughout the building.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews

    Situated within the UNESCO World Heritage city of Georgetown, Coffee Atelier is a collection of 5 beautifully-restored shophouses dating back to 1927.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

    Set in Jelutong, within 2.7 km of 1st Avenue Penang and 2.9 km of Penang Times Square, Maritime Suites by Stellar ALV offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi throughout the...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews

    Located in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach, Wifi Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Located in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach, Macalister Mansion, a Member of Design Hotels provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,028 reviews

    Set within 300 metres of Batu Ferringhi Beach and 6.6 km of ESCAPE Penang, JMA FERRINGHI BEACH HOTEL offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Batu Ferringhi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews

    Super 8 Hotel @ Bayan Baru is set in Bayan Lepas, within 4.3 km of Queensbay Mall and 13 km of 1st Avenue Penang. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews

    Set within 7.4 km of Sunway Carnival Mall and 12 km of Penang Bridge, BG Business Hotel offers rooms in Bukit Mertajam. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

FAQs about hotels in Penang

A Palm-Lined Pearl

An island and part of the mainland make up the small Malaysian region of Penang, also known as the ‘pearl of the Orient’. It has long been coveted and the capital Georgetown has many elegant Colonial buildings. The observation deck of the KOMTAR tower – the tallest building – offers spectacular views of the town and surrounding mountains.

A funicular railway goes up to Penang Hill deep in the forest. Nearby Air Itam has one of Asia’s largest Buddhist temples - Kek Lok Si – lit by hundreds of lights at night. Another fantastic temple is Taoist Kong Hock Keong in Georgetown.

Penang Airport is near southern Bayan Lepas, and across the Malacca Strait is Pulau Jerejak, a peaceful island where trees merge into ocean.

In the much livelier north, Batu Feringghi is the largest resort, with lots of Penang hotels on the beach, plenty of bars and a night market. East, green mountains slope down to blue waters at Tanjung Bungah, where several high-rise hotels overlook the palm-lined beach towards the Floating Mosque just offshore.

On the mainland Butterworth is the departure point for ferries to Penang island, and has a bird park housing a large number of Malaysian species. Wherever you decide to stay, Booking.com has a fantastic range of Penang hotels and apartments to choose from.

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  • Hotel Malaysia

    George Town
    From £31.53 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,666 reviews
    Sgt recommended hotel ni. Their fasilities their staff all i give 10000000/10. Parking tu mmg terhad but no worries. You can double park n give ur car key to their guard. Nnti dorg yg alih ur car. To the guard, thanks a lot. I appreciate them. Despite their age but they work sgt laa baik. Will repeat to stay here!! ❤️
    Guest review by
    Nicholas
    Malaysia

  • Sunway Hotel Seberang Jaya

    Perai
    From £135.82 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 796 reviews
    The hotel felt very luxurious. The room was very clean and spacious. The staff were really polite, kind and understanding. The hotel is far from the tourist attractions, but after all if you visit Penang solely for tourism, I would recommend staying on the island in order to avoid the traffic on the bridges.
    Guest review by
    Йоанна
    Bulgaria

  • Hard Rock Hotel Penang

    Batu Ferringhi
    From £139.03 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,346 reviews
    Every thing was perfect , location restaurants , pool , kids activities , helpful staff and kindness , we felt that we stayed in our house . Special thanks for mr Mohammed pool staff for advices , and mr Imran for always asking if we need any thing .
    Guest review by
    Lolwah
    Kuwait

  • Hompton Hotel by the Beach

    George Town
    From £273.29 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,707 reviews
    Our stay was flawless and the staff very attentive. Great and efficient facility. Excellent and wide rooms, great patio facing the sea as a common area. Great and wide breakfast.
    Guest review by
    Jada
    Italy

  • Lone Pine, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Resort

    Batu Ferringhi
    From £91.34 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 681 reviews
    Charming colonial buildings. Quiet. Less families and children. Beach view. Proximity to Batu Ferringhi night market and public transport. Friendly staff.
    Guest review by
    Tiphany
    Hong Kong

  • Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang

    George Town
    From £79.08 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5,432 reviews
    Good location Walking distance form the centre of George Town Large clean Room Very friendly and helpful staff Highly recommended
    Guest review by
    Sinnathurai
    Hong Kong

  • MaliHom Private Estate

    Balik Pulau
    From £97.16 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 121 reviews
    Thank you Tofazzel and Ashok who were the employees that made our stay so much enjoyable. Excellent service and amazing food!!
    Guest review by
    Vahid
    Sweden

  • Ixora Hotel Penang

    Perai
    From £60.36 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,499 reviews
    Lovely room good and spacious cleaned daily Restaurant good Breakfast not to our liking but mmanaged to find something
    Guest review by
    Maria
    United Kingdom

  • Iconic Hotel

    Bukit Mertajam
    From £91.71 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 405 reviews
    I love coming here. The staff are so welcoming and helpful. Always a smile to great you. Breakfast is a must
    Guest review by
    Colin
    United Kingdom

  • The Light Hotel Penang

    Perai
    From £115.75 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,161 reviews
    The breakfast has a good and wide spread of dishes. The location is very convenient for us.
    Guest review by
    MOHAMMAD NOOR
    Singapore

  • The Bayview Beach Resort

    Batu Ferringhi
    From £82.69 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 8,565 reviews
    Good environment not too busy Staff was very friendly Nice room Nice view and good food
    Guest review by
    Azli Arif
    Saudi Arabia

  • Hotel Sentral Seaview @ ​Beachfront

    George Town
    From £107.85 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,242 reviews
    The seaview is amazing. We sleep with the sound of the beach
    Guest review by
    Pika
    Malaysia

  • Royale Chulan Penang

    George Town
    From £112.90 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,234 reviews
    Wonderful friendly and helpful staff. Great breakfast.
    Guest review by
    Olivia
    United States

  • G Hotel Gurney

    George Town
    From £207.74 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,288 reviews
    The access to mall, friendly staff and great ambience
    Guest review by
    Zafir
    India

  • Lost Paradise Resort

    Batu Ferringhi
    From £54.13 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,354 reviews
    The room is huge and comfortable. Feel like in Bali
    Guest review by
    Sharifah Nor Azimah
    Malaysia

  • Lexis Suites Penang

    Bayan Lepas
    From £111.63 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,531 reviews
    Amazing room with private pool and steam room!
    Guest review by
    Malar
    United Kingdom

  • Eastern & Oriental Hotel

    George Town
    From £254.27 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,394 reviews
    Everything. This hotel is fabulous.
    Guest review by
    Norman
    Oman

  • Flamingo Hotel by the Beach, Penang

    George Town
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 976 reviews
    Beach was nice and good breakfast!
    Guest review by
    Yeon Hee
    South Korea

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  • 8.0

    A great place to visit but traffic management was terrible...

    A great place to visit but traffic management was terrible with drivers not observing rules concerning human traffic. Would like to see rail connections making more safe for human traffic. Buses are okay but some drivers are hell drivers.
    Guest review by
    C K
    Australia
  • 10.0

    Batu Ferringhi, is a great place for a relaxing holiday in...

    Batu Ferringhi, is a great place for a relaxing holiday in the warm. The food in Penang is the big drawcard. It is great for chilling out and leaving the stress behind. The Night Markets are also great. Best of all is Long Beach Cafe, which is a market place which opens in the evening and has the best food, cheap as chips. Great restaurants everywhere. Dont forget to go to Ferringhi Walk and Bora Bora for Dinner. Food, Glorious Food.
    Guest review by
    Stephen
    Australia
  • 8.0

    Better than renting hotel room, car is parked right in front...

    Better than renting hotel room, car is parked right in front of door, should provide television & refrigerator & microwave, also with simple sofa, as the metal chair is broken, water pressure should be better with usage of water pump
    Guest review by
    Taufik
    Malaysia
  • 8.0

    I stayed one night in Bukit Mertajam and overall, it was a...

    I stayed one night in Bukit Mertajam and overall, it was a decent short stop. The town has a quiet, local charm and isn’t too busy, which made it quite relaxing. There’s not a whole lot to do, but it’s a good place if you just want to unwind or try some local food—there are definitely some hidden gems when it comes to hawker stalls and small eateries. That said, it’s not really a tourist-heavy spot, so don’t expect major attractions or much nightlife. It’s more of a laid-back, pass-through kind of town. For one night, it was okay and served its purpose as a quick rest point.
    Guest review by
    KitsonL
    Malaysia
  • 6.0

    What I liked:

    What I liked: The hotel was clean, the staff were friendly, and the location was convenient for getting around. What wasn’t the best: We stayed in a triple room, and the bathroom only had a single sliding door, which offered very little privacy. This setup felt unsuitable for multiple guests and made the stay a bit uncomfortable.
    Guest review by
    Punithevathi
    Malaysia
  • 8.0

    Perai is an Underrated Land to Explore which is a another...

    Perai is an Underrated Land to Explore which is a another Option Place to Stay to avoid Massive Traffic in Penang Island. Hotels, Food, Fast Access to Exit the highway and the Shopping Malls are within 5-8mins drive. Obviously money worth it compared to spending so much in our accommodation on the Island.
    Guest review by
    Head Coach Nasir
    Malaysia
  • 2.0

    Lift service was poor and shared with Cleaner and laundry...

    Lift service was poor and shared with Cleaner and laundry team. Delayed the whole process of the lift service which takes 20 to 30 minutes each wait. Noisy and the wall too thin. Can hear every movement of the children jumping and their walks running screaming crying till late nights from neighbours. Toilets are dirty and too small. No closet and plates.
    Guest review by
    Azura
    Malaysia
  • 10.0

    Nice place. Comfortable.

    Nice place. Comfortable. No big city rush, but many new shops & eateries. Good food, quite cheap. Friendly people. Got lots to explore, including the parks. Also not too far from Penang & Kedah, just nicely in between.
    Guest review by
    Sherina
    Malaysia
  • 6.0

    I like it because it is away from the traffic of Georgetown...

    I like it because it is away from the traffic of Georgetown on the one side and from touristic Batu Ferringhi on the other. A handful of decent restaurants supplement the many informal local huts, giving all levels of cost and quality for variable dining. All the local folk are courteous and kindly, though English is universally poor to incomprehensible. Excellent modern buses connect with Georgetown etc. on a frequent, low-cost service. Car hire is not expensive and a liberating device for island discovery. Pop-up Fruit stalls abound for an exotic breakfast in your hotel room or on the beach. Meridien Hotel has the cleanest beach!
    Guest review by
    Victor
    United Kingdom
  • 2.0

    recently stayed at this Airbnb, and unfortunately, the...

    recently stayed at this Airbnb, and unfortunately, the experience was not great. The house is located very close to a mosque, and the loud prayers start at 6 AM daily, which is disruptive if you’re planning to sleep in. The house is also much smaller than expected for a double-storey unit. The living room is cramped and not ideal for hosting friends. All the rooms are small, and the kitchen is equally compact, so don’t expect much space here. A major inconvenience is the smart key system, which turns off the electricity when you leave the house. This means you can’t leave any devices charging or keep the air conditioning running while you’re out for lunch or dinner. Plus, there’s no air conditioning in the living room, which makes the space uncomfortable during hot days. Communication was another issue. The owner does not understand English and only speaks Malay, which made communication uncomfortable for me. On top of that, there is a CCTV camera outside the car porch, and the owner won’t allow you to turn off the modem, so it feels like you’re being constantly monitored. I found this quite unsettling. Lastly, the water pressure in the toilet is low, which was an additional disappointment. Overall, this stay was not as expected, and there are better options available for the price.
    Guest review by
    andythewang
    Malaysia

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