Historic George Town

George Town

A calm waterfront with boats, a pier, and distant cityscape.
A wooden pier extending into calm waters with a small building at the end.
A waterway with wooden structures, a boat, and buildings in the background.
A bridge with a covered walkway over water, leading to a building with a red roof.
A waterfront scene with a red building, calm water, and a city skyline in the background.

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A large grassy park with a historic white building, surrounded by trees and modern buildings.

Padang Kota Lama

7.6/10 (119 reviews)
Padang Kota Lama is just one of the places to see in Little India, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this romantic area.
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Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

HK$17
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
The Top Penang Admission Ticket

Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

HK$102
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

HK$113
per adult
Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

HK$50
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
TeddyVille Museum

Malaysia: TeddyVille Museum Entry Ticket

HK$52
per adult
Malaysia: TeddyVille Museum Entry Ticket
The Habitat Penang Hill Admission Ticket

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

HK$104
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
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Top hotels in Historic George Town

The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja George Town
The price is HK$945 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
HK$945
HK$1,046 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
The Prestige Hotel Penang
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

2 out of 5
139, Lebuh Carnarvon George Town Penang
The price is HK$207 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
HK$207
HK$247 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Victoria Garden Hotel

Victoria Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
280 Lebuh Victoria George Town Pulau Pinang
The price is HK$447 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
HK$447
HK$509 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located nearby.
Victoria Garden Hotel
Mclane Boutique Hotel

Mclane Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
17 Lorong Pasar George Town Pulau Pinang
The price is HK$211 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
HK$211
HK$232 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (58 reviews)
"Great place to stay with very friendly staff and a wonderful breakfast!"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Mclane Boutique Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel

Seven Terraces Hotel

4 out of 5
Stewart Lane, Georgetown George Town Penang
The price is HK$1,250 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
HK$1,250
HK$1,375 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Seven Terraces Hotel
Royale Chulan Penang

Royale Chulan Penang

4 out of 5
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld George Town Penang
The price is HK$556 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
HK$556
HK$606 total
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, delicious food,"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

Royale Chulan Penang
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Where to stay in Historic George Town

Find the best Historic George Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional temple with ornate architecture, a red roof, and golden decorations.

Downtown George Town

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to 1st Avenue Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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

Batu Ferringhi

Travellers to Batu Ferringhi praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.

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.

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.

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.

Historic George Town