What's it like in Downtown George Town?

Downtown George Town is an historic neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown George Town travel tips? Make sure that you visit KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown George Town?

Based on our traveller data, JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown George Town. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include The Prestige Hotel Penang and OZO George Town Penang .

How many hotels are there in Downtown George Town?

If you're searching for places to stay in George Town, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 444 Downtown George Town hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown George Town, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown George Town.

What is there to do around this George Town neighbourhood?

Attractions such as Hin Bus Depot Art Centre, Penang State Museum and Pinaon Time Tunnel highlight George Town's cultural scene. KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown George Town include The Top at Komatar, Kidland Penang and Prangin Mall. When you're sightseeing in George Town, Pasar Chowrasta and Penang Jewish Cemetery are also worth a stop.

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A coastal cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, traditional buildings, and a marina with several boats.

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A spacious lobby with large windows, wicker furniture, and a bar area.

1. JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

Downtown George Town

Benjamin

HK$751 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern high-rise hotel with a distinctive curved top and multiple floors.

2. St.Giles Wembley Penang

Downtown George Town

Simon de

HK$665 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern indoor pool area with a brick wall, a lounge chair, and a pool with a checkered pattern.

3. lyf Georgetown Penang

Downtown George Town

Elgie

HK$608 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel rooftop with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

4. Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Downtown George Town

Mark

HK$2,002 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A traditional building with multiple balconies and a courtyard.

5. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Qing Suites

Downtown George Town

"Our stay at the Qing Suites was so wonderful, we could not have asked for a better experience. The history of the building, as well as the Blue Mansion, is fascinating, and adds to the magic of the place. The room was superb - clean and comfortable, with a lovely private courtyard. The main courtyard, where a delicious breakfast was served, is stunning. The staff deserve a special mention - attentive, kind, and always cheerful, and made our stay extra special."

Kate Marika

HK$1,868 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern outdoor lounge area with a pool, overlooking a cityscape.

6. The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

Downtown George Town

FUNG LAM

HK$536 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A rooftop infinity pool with a city view, surrounded by modern buildings and a body of water.

7. OZO George Town Penang

Downtown George Town

Jannah

HK$488 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A rooftop pool with a clear view of the city skyline, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

8. Hotel NEO+ Penang by ASTON

Downtown George Town

Phan

HK$420 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A rooftop dining area with a variety of dishes, a table with chairs, and a view of a tall building in the background.

9. Le Dream Boutique Hotel

Downtown George Town

Wing

HK$287 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a clear blue sky and a distant coastline.

10. Ascott Gurney Penang

Downtown George Town

Sheri

HK$1,165 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A rooftop infinity pool with clear water, sun loungers, and a view of a city skyline.

11. Courtyard by Marriott Penang

Downtown George Town

Zee Fung Philip

HK$918 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a skylight, large windows, and a tiled floor.

12. Cititel Penang

Downtown George Town

Parthiban

HK$472 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a window with a view of greenery, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

13. Muntri Grove

Downtown George Town

Gordon

HK$776 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A rooftop terrace with a view of a city skyline at sunset, a pool, and outdoor seating areas.

14. The Prestige Hotel Penang

Downtown George Town

Olim

HK$1,045 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A traditional building with a large entrance, a balcony, and a pond with lily pads in front.

15. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

Downtown George Town

lisa

HK$1,542 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern hotel interior with a central pool, multiple balconies, and a clear view of the sky.

16. The George Penang By The Crest Collection

Downtown George Town

Kumi

HK$1,062 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel entrance with a fountain and illuminated signage.

17. The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

Downtown George Town

Evelyn

HK$1,436 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple windows.

18. Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Downtown George Town

yu keung

HK$456 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A circular pool with blue mosaic tiles surrounded by lush greenery.

19. Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang

Downtown George Town

Jacquie

HK$573 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a facade with the year 1926.

20. 1926 Heritage Hotel Penang By The Unlimited Collection

Downtown George Town

Felicity

HK$834 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cheong Fatt Tze - The Qing Suites	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
Campbell House	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 414 reviews	View
Codrington House - Boutique Apartments	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 32 reviews	View
88 Armenian	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 77 reviews	View

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A traditional Chinese temple complex with pagodas, ornate architecture, and lush greenery.

Batu Ferringhi

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A historic clock tower with a dome and a sign reading "Bangunan Dewan Melayu Pulau Pinang."

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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A mosque with a tall minaret and domes, situated by a body of water.

Tanjung Bungah

A noteworthy feature of Tanjung Bungah is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach.

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A coastal scene with multiple tall residential buildings, numerous traditional boats, and large rocks along the shore.

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 neighbourhood.

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A rocky shoreline with scattered rocks in the water and a distant island.

Bayan Lepas

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

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Top Downtown George Town Hotel Reviews

The Prestige Hotel Penang

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay, amazing hotel, great service."

G Hotel Gurney

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay at G Hotel Gurney Penang. What stood out to us most was the warm and friendly service. The team was always responsive, attentive and proactive, which made us feel very well taken care of throughout our stay. Our room was clean, spacious and comfortable, with good amenities and everything we needed for a relaxing stay. Breakfast was another highlight, with a very good spread and plenty of choices to start the day. We also enjoyed the convenience of having good restaurants within the hotel. The location is excellent too, with Gurney Plaza just next to the hotel, making shopping and dining so easy. Overall, a very comfortable and enjoyable stay with lovely hospitality, good food and a great location. We would be happy to stay here again."

OZO George Town Penang

10/10 Excellent

"It was a wonderful experience we stayed in OZO . The bed is super comfy and we have a really good sleep . The stuff was super nice and super helpful . And love the parking system with lift . We don’t have to drive all the way up to the multilevel parking . Simply drive your car into the lift and it will bring you to the parking lot . It was an easy and quick parking system . Well done 👍 Dont worry the Ozo stuff will be there to assist you . Would love to come back again 👍😍 From. Jim & Jasica"

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Our top choices for Downtown George Town hotels

1. JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

2. St.Giles Wembley Penang

3. lyf Georgetown Penang

4. Eastern And Oriental Hotel

5. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Qing Suites

6. The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

7. OZO George Town Penang

8. Hotel NEO+ Penang by ASTON

9. Le Dream Boutique Hotel

10. Ascott Gurney Penang

11. Courtyard by Marriott Penang

12. Cititel Penang

13. Muntri Grove

14. The Prestige Hotel Penang

15. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

16. The George Penang By The Crest Collection

17. The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

18. Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

19. Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang

20. 1926 Heritage Hotel Penang By The Unlimited Collection

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Batu Ferringhi

Historic George Town

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Tanjung Tokong

Bayan Lepas

Top Downtown George Town Hotel Reviews

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