Downtown George Town Travel Guide

George Town

A coastal cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, traditional buildings, and a marina with several boats.
A building with ornate balconies and large windows.
A variety of skewered foods displayed on shelves with price tags.
A temple with ornate architecture, including a dragon statue and a seated figure.
A traditional temple with ornate architecture, a red roof, and golden decorations.

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Top hotels in Downtown George Town

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road George Town Penang
The price is 2.257.106 ₫ per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
2.257.106 ₫
2.747.222 ₫ total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Horrible reception staff who screwed up my check in and check out with multiple mistakes and inattentive service and all without regard to my loyalty with the hotel as I have stayed or booked rooms for others there for over 30 days in the last two years. No understanding of or commitment to service ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine George Town
The price is 1.833.544 ₫ per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
1.833.544 ₫
2.240.984 ₫ total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (273 reviews)
"Very clean room, a bit dark in the bathroom but super clean and helpful staff. The pool and the gym were great. Towels provided at pool. Shuttle in the morning to various breakfast areas. Lots of malls close by.. lol. We went to the pool every night to cool off. Bedrooms were comfortable, great sleep. ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026

The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang
The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja George Town
The price is 3.303.234 ₫ per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
3.303.234 ₫
3.651.329 ₫ total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (631 reviews)
"Excellent location for visiting Georgetown historic sights - easily walkable. Nice comfortable twin room, modern design. Clean roof top pool with views of harbour. Good choice for breakfast."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

The Prestige Hotel Penang
Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang

Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang

4 out of 5
No. 202 Lebuh Noordin George Town Penang
The price is 2.012.049 ₫ per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
2.012.049 ₫
2.256.849 ₫ total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (102 reviews)
"Very convenient location to almost whole of George town. Malls nearby within walking distance too"

Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

3.5 out of 5
33, New Lane, (off Macalister Road) George Town Penang
The price is 1.642.168 ₫ per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
1.642.168 ₫
2.015.145 ₫ total
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was excellent and I would recommend it to stay. Excellent location, about 20 minutes walk to centre of old town. Found some wonderful restaurants behind the hotel. (NK kitchen and le vie en meigui. And the main street food area is next to the hotel."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
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 1.547.730 ₫ per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
1.547.730 ₫
1.910.157 ₫ total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great value hotel in a central area - with helpful and friendly staff. This one is my goto in Penang."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
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Where to stay in Downtown George Town

Find the best Downtown George Town areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown George Town
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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.

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.

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 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.

Bayan Lepas

If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Queensbay Mall and Pantai Teluk Bayu are top sights worth seeing.



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