Downtown George Town

George Town

Georgetown featuring city views, a coastal town and a skyscraper
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town
Penang showing rainforest, forests and a waterfall
Penang featuring a small town or village and street scenes

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Top hotels in Downtown George Town

Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang

Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang

4 out of 5
25-A Farquhar Street George Town Penang
The price is HK$325 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
HK$325
HK$409 total
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room & comfortable. Thin walls, could hear neighbours constantly. The bathroom seemed dated, but not really an issue. Staff were fabulous!

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road George Town Penang
The price is HK$571 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
HK$571
HK$699 total
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Friendly staff and very cozy atmosphere. Will consider to comeback for next vacation.

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Areca Hotel Penang

Areca Hotel Penang

3 out of 5
No. 5, Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe George Town
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (411 reviews)
We loved our stay at Areca, we had a room on the ground floor and it was sheer luxury, spacious, beautiful tiles on the floor, high ceiling, lovely period furniture, fans and air conditioner and a shower that was truly magnificent. We loved the afternoon teas and all the delights that were served. ...

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Areca Hotel Penang
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
55, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah George Town Penang
The price is HK$1,332 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
HK$1,332
HK$1,464 total
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and KOMTAR are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Excellent room, amenities, food, service, value, quality and everything. Absolutely loved my stay!

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

4.5 out of 5
53 Persiaran Gurney George Town Penang
The price is HK$574 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
HK$574
HK$702 total
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
All good with our stay

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja George Town
The price is HK$928 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
HK$928
HK$1,028 total
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (560 reviews)
Room is amazing Staff very friendly Grreat location Ameneties all great

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

The Prestige Hotel Penang
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown George Town

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Clan Jetty

Travellers like the historical sites in Clan Jetty, and Chew Jetty is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Clan Jetty
Fort Cornwallis showing heritage architecture

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.

Historic George Town
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Pulau Tikus

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pulau Tikus and surrounding area, you can visit Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Drive.

Pulau Tikus
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Tanjung Pinang

If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.

Tanjung Pinang
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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.

Tanjung Tokong
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Gelugor

You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at Penang Youth and Sports Complex or Penang Bridge West End.

Gelugor


Downtown George Town

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