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$796 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

2. St.Giles Wembley Penang

Downtown George Town

Simon de

HK$664 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

3. Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Downtown George Town

Mark

HK$1,755 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

4. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

Downtown George Town

Kevin

HK$1,239 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

5. Muntri Grove

Downtown George Town

Gordon

HK$509 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

6. The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

Downtown George Town

FUNG LAM

HK$558 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

7. lyf Georgetown Penang

Downtown George Town

Elgie

HK$608 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

8. Ascott Gurney Penang

Downtown George Town

Sheri

HK$1,104 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A traditional building with multiple balconies and a courtyard.

9. 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$1,688 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

10. Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Downtown George Town

Kian Fook

HK$581 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

11. Le Dream Boutique Hotel

Downtown George Town

SOUZA PAUL FRANCIS

HK$359 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

13. The Prestige Hotel Penang

Downtown George Town

Olim

HK$1,046 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

14. Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang

Downtown George Town

Jacquie

HK$631 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

15. The George Penang By The Crest Collection

Downtown George Town

Jason

HK$1,062 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large window overlooking a cityscape and water. It features a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a small table, and a bookshelf with decorative items.

16. Penang Marriott Hotel

Downtown George Town

Wei

HK$1,581 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hallway with a tiled floor, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

17. Areca Hotel Penang

Downtown George Town

Caroline

HK$506 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A conference room with a long table, chairs, a projector screen, and a colorful wall design.

18. OZO George Town Penang

Downtown George Town

Jannah

HK$521 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

19. Hotel NEO+ Penang by ASTON

Downtown George Town

Phan

HK$506 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

20. Courtyard by Marriott Penang

Downtown George Town

Colum

HK$917 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cheong Fatt Tze - The Qing Suites	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 17 reviews	View
Campbell House	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 411 reviews	View
88 Armenian	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Penang Marriott Hotel	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 159 reviews	View
Ren i Tang	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 143 reviews	View

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

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

Tanjung Tokong

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Top Downtown George Town Hotel Reviews

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"

Citadines Connect Cecil Georgetown Penang

8/10 Good

"Good location but with limited parking spaces available. Very near to the Cecil street market. Room's hangers have to be changed, the plastic clip is not holding the hanger anymore! Tried the black coffee at lobby, it's complimentary but would be better to get local coffee from food market or nearby Altertaste cafe!"

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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. Eastern And Oriental Hotel

4. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

5. Muntri Grove

6. The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

7. lyf Georgetown Penang

8. Ascott Gurney Penang

9. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Qing Suites

10. Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

11. Le Dream Boutique Hotel

12. Cititel Penang

13. The Prestige Hotel Penang

14. Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang

15. The George Penang By The Crest Collection

16. Penang Marriott Hotel

17. Areca Hotel Penang

18. OZO George Town Penang

19. Hotel NEO+ Penang by ASTON

20. Courtyard by Marriott Penang

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Batu Ferringhi

Historic George Town

Tanjung Bungah

Bayan Lepas

Tanjung Tokong

Top Downtown George Town Hotel Reviews

G Hotel Gurney

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