No windows (we had a nice balcony but I think it s one of the only room like that), toilets only on the 1st floor (we were on the 2nd floor)

Great staff, very friendly. Feels like home, with all day free food (local cooked breakfast - different specialties every day, snacks fresh fruits, etc). 2 lovely cats. Great location. Nice balcony with a sink

Stayed in August 2025

Ambience, staff, location, free food

The best value for money during our 3 weeks’ long trip in Malaysia. Very present, helpful and friedly staff. Breakfast included ( that I did not know while booking) and they provide snacks and fruits during the day (instant soups, biscuits, fruits, juice, coffee and tea etc.). The room was very quiet ( although without a window). Great location. I highly recommend!

Stayed in August 2025

Good location, perfect for citywalk. Very friendly staff, well-equipped kitchen.

Stayed in August 2025

The room on its own is not that special but good. 1 shower doesn’t have a airhole so it can get pretty hot.

The hosts are amazing and very nice and friendly. The service definitely gets a 10. Location was good, a lot of stores and restaurants nearby. WiFi was good as well. Airconditioning works well. Bed was very comfortable. Every morning the hosts provide a cultural breakfast and you get to take drinks out the fridge and other snacks. You can text them any question and they send back tips and advise. Would definitely recommend this stay.

Stayed in July 2025

Would recommend to stay here in Georgetown. The hosts Art and Howie are very friendly and dedicated to making sure you have a good stay. They always provide recommendations on the area with a group chat and are encouraging to try local food/snacks. Every morning there is a local breakfast (noodles, daal etc). The kitchen is well stocked with snacks and drinks and there’s also numerous beauty products. Rooms are basic and have no window but were still comfortable and had AC. The shared bathrooms were all clean, 2 toilets and 2 showers. The place is also walkable to all parts of the heritage town and next to a bus stop that goes to Penang hill and kek lok si temple.

Stayed in July 2025

Old rooms but all ok

great people, dated but rustic facilities, The People give it the charm and the free info and food were great

Stayed in July 2025

There is nothing not to like.

The place was amazing!!! We had a great time. The hosts Howie and Amit were AWESOME! They were very kind and helpful suggesting places to go and foods to eat. Every little thing that we might need had been thought of and provided....And then some. Not to forget the fun we had with the cats. Both Garfield and Bobby were a joy to watch. I would visit Malaysia again just to stay at Cocoa Mews. It was not just the best place to stay in Malaysia....It was home.

Stayed in July 2025

Occasionally, a curious cat might find its way inside—something to keep in mind for future guests.

The pictures on the portal really don’t do it justice. I had such a comfy stay in a place that had a lovely heritage vibe. Everything was super clean, and the hospitality was amazing. There was free breakfast every morning and the fridge was always stocked with drinks—also free! They even set up a WhatsApp group to share tips and guides around Penang, which was super helpful. Plus, it was a great way to meet and chat with other guests staying there.

Stayed in June 2025

Arthur, Howie & Amit are spectacular people.♥️♥️♥️ They each want to make us comfortable and to create a joyous time and for us to experience authentic Malaysian food and places whilst staying with them. The human interaction with these amazing people, and the other travellers staying at Cocoa Mews are wonderful, such generosity of time and spirit. Such a unique experience that I have never found elsewhere .

Stayed in June 2025

nothing

The stuff was very friendly. The help me everytime give a Lot of Information about Penang sightseeing and Restaurants....and breakfast for free😀 All was perfect!!!

Stayed in May 2025

leaving

this was one of my highlights of my visit to Penag island. A room in a homestay that was such fun and managed by good people. Breakfast and snacks (vegetarian) and informantion about what's happening in and around Penang. highly recommend for travellers young and not so young. (I'm 63).

Stayed in April 2025

Not superquite, but manageable

Position, staff! Breakfast and free food drinks during the day. Price

Stayed in April 2025

It was all great, just the mattress could be a little firmer.

The staff at Cocoa is excellent. Thank you Amit, Arthur and Howie! Great recommendations and great breakfast treats. The hostel is great too, and incredibly central. Cats are a plus!

Stayed in May 2025

Everything was fabulous ! Highly recommended ! The hosts are very friendly, helpful and never short of tips to make your stay in Penang the best ever. Thank you so much!

Stayed in April 2025

All of the operator in this place is friendly , kind, answers to every needs promptly. Will come back here next time.

Welcome us in a warm way. They even prepared a little breakfast for all the guests. Well inform about this place like pressing a red dot besides the door if we want to go out and if we are coming back, just use the round plastic door small little thing attach on the key chain and just touch it besides the door and the door will open. Art , Amit, was very helpful in many ways. We will come back here next time. Am a Senior Citizens and feeling happy staying here. No stress.

Stayed in April 2025

The airco was a bit old, therefore I didnt want to put it on and made the room hot.

The hosts are superlovely, felt like family straight away. They will help you literally with everything you need. Amazing breakfast included.

Stayed in March 2025

Genuinely no complaints!

The host/staff were absolutely amazing, Arthur and Howie were so welcoming and had so much information to share to help us make the most of our visit, this was done through a WhatsApp group. Each morning they cooked delicious local food for us to try and snacks and drinks were provided 24/7 free of charge as well as a water refill tank. The facilities were always clean, also there are 2 resident cats that are friendly which just adds to the homeliness of the property. Also they had just renovated the room we were meant to stay in when we arrived so it had a smell of paint so they moved us with no charge to the bigger family room which also had a balcony which was great! The location in little India is also perfect we were within walking distance to almost everything

Stayed in April 2025

Excellent hospitality. These guys should teach how to run a guesthouse. Peanut pancakes and other delicacies in the morning. Ice cubes in the fridge....what a simple thing still felt like luxury after a long day out in the heat.

Stayed in April 2025

Great hostel, with a very involved management. The family room was comfortable with a huge balcony including a sink. The common area has a fully stocked kitchen and the showers. Complimentary breakfast is excellent and different every day.

Stayed in March 2025

Amazing staff, a lot of free food, a kitchen and clean and comfy rooms. Also easy to meet other travelers

Stayed in March 2025

Close to everything. Incredibly helpful and kind staff. Friendly cats :)

Stayed in March 2025

We loved the location, being in little India meant we were right in the heart of Georgetown and close to all the cultural attractions. Everyone who worked at Cocoa Mews was so helpful and welcoming and they always sent really useful information about activities in Penang. They also offered free breakfast every morning which was a really nice touch. The cats were super friendly and cute ❤️

Stayed in March 2025

Everything was perfect. The staff is very hospitable and kind, easy to approach and relaxed. The place is located short walking distance from the ferry terminal, has two lovely cat living there and the Kaya spread for breakfast is yummy.

Stayed in March 2025

For us backpackers, it was a perfect place to stay but if you prefer luxury or anonymity this might not be for you. Since there are mosquitoes around, nets would be helpful.

Felt like being at a friend's house! You get delicious samples of local food in the morning, there's always cookies or toast if you get hungry and water, tea etc. if you get thirsty. The location was very convenient being close to restaurants, bars but also the murals. We had a spacious room with a nice balcony. We also loved the cats!

Stayed in February 2025