Batu Ferringhi Travel Guide
George Town
Visit Batu Ferringhi
Popular places to visit
Ferringgi Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Gurney Drive
During your trip to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Gurney Plaza
During your visit to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Penang Hill
Explore the great outdoors at Penang Hill, a lovely green space in Mukim 16 Ayer Hitam. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
KOMTAR
Learn about the local history of George Town when you spend time at KOMTAR. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
Queensbay Mall
During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Top hotels in Batu Ferringhi
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
Room was clean, the staff very courteous, nice deck chairs to enjoy the sea breeze and sounds of the ocean. Only short coming was the missing beach and ability to swim in the sea .
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Lone Pine, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Resort
Fab fan fab fab
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Lovely staff, immaculate room ,lovely setting
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Penang
All fine
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Bayview Beach Resort
For the money the hotel was spot on, rooms are a tad dated but they are all clean and tidied up daily. The staff are all very friendly and the garden/pool area is nice. Couldn’t ask for more.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
great friendly staff, excellent breakfast, good location.. pool was perfect temperature
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Batu Ferringhi
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.
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 Pinang
If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.
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 Paragon.
Taman Happy Valley
When in Taman Happy Valley, you can plan a visit to Bats' Cave Temple and Penang Hill, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown George Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to Prangin Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
