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5 star

Eastern & Oriental Hotel
4.6/5545 Reviews

Eastern & Oriental Hotel

George Town|0.66km from St. George's Anglican Church, Penang, Malaysia
The hotel is good and clean, but the service of parking security is terrible, before we check in, one of the security was playing his phone and videocalling with his friend,so he didnt even notice our car,when he finally noticed us after my husband was leaving to check in first, he knocked our car heavily,and said this is not parking area,i said ok,just a second,he is checking in,the security was rolling his eyes and said it emphasisly again,asked me to move it and i dont even have driving license here. One minutes later ,my husband was back with room card,he checked and let us just parking right there!! can not believe there are rude staff in this fancy hotel! 这个酒店的保安无比地*****,我们车停在门口去checkin ,有一个印度保安当时在草丛里玩手机压根没看到我们,然后我老公刚离开座位,车引擎今年还开这,就听见有人猛敲我车窗,我吓一跳看见这个印度保安从草丛里跑出来手机不玩了,说这不是停车位,我说好的 等一分钟,他去checkin ,我们马上开走,他在那翻着白眼大声说这不是停车位! 我说我没驾照,不然你来开。他一副高高在上的嘴脸,站在我车门口,然后等我老公出来拿着房卡,他一看是酒店的客人,就说把车摆正,等我们下车他赶紧跑远了。酒店平时都没有服务态度的培训吗,他都把自己当这酒店主人了

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Le Embassy Hotel Georgetown
4/5103 Reviews

Le Embassy Hotel Georgetown

George Town|1.14km from St. George's Anglican Church, Penang, Malaysia
The white elevator is very unique to this elevator. Tho it was slow but I don’t mind bec it so chic with glass door. Very unique indeed! Love it though I wasn’t able to take pic. 😒 +++ white elevator, water refilling dispenser, very spacious room & bathroom +++ location was quite away from the main action but there are 2 bus stops nearby, komtar & chowrasta are 5-10mins walk +++ they provide dental kit, small soap, nice shampoo/conditioner & body wash, mugs, electric kettle, safe, ref, ac was functioning very well, room telephone, tv but i did not use it +++ free wifi was good —- reception is not very friendly except for 1 Indian guy who promptly answers whatsapp tho he mistaken me for a guy at first 😄, the chinese receptionist hardly smiles, indian lady seemed to not know anything when you ask about tourist spots (i think hotel people should equip themselves with some knowledge on tourism. I mean there should be basic orientation by management on this. Times had changed and you need to have these extra customer service, just suggesting). —- i was in the assumption that cleaning is daily but i was told every other day but i still need to remind them about it. Entire hotel can use some improvement in the cleaning — no closet inside the room, you just have to hang your stuff —- my view was a huge wall —- soundproofing is bad, very noisy when people close doors or children running around. You hear toilet flushing from nearby rooms —- it was raining when I arrive and nobody offered an umbrella except on the second day when the janitor heard me. That was appreciated very much. It also made me realize that umbrella is a weapon for solo travellers so that made the carrying a little easier —- towels smell mushy maybe bec of rainy season —- sometimes bathroom had some drainage smells —- food choices was a little limited in area unless you walk for like 5-10mins. Overall stay was still on the good side. I had way worst stays than this. I did enjoy my solo trip to Penang and would love to go back. I plan to stay next time near the street art areas where the actions are. I would still recommend le embassy to other travellers.

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Red Inn Court
4/550 Reviews

Red Inn Court

George Town|0.2km from St. George's Anglican Church, Penang, Malaysia
I have a very good stay for 4 days at Red Inn Court. The owners are very friendly and always giving smile everytime we meet. Check in process was so easy, even though I didn't get any towel. When check in, you'll be asked for MYR 30 for room deposit. Plus: (+) Hostel is close to Rapid Penang bus stop. From the airport you can get down at Little India (Lebuh Chulia). From this spot or Penang Muzium you can go travel around Penang. It's very close to the hostel, for approximately 5 minutes walking. (+) For you who are Muslim, this hostel is very close to Kapitan Keling Mosque. You can clearly hear adzan (prayer calling) from this hostel. (+) You can find a lot of local cuisine in the surroundings. There are so many food choices you can take to eat. You're advisable to eat Nasi Kandar, Koay Teow, Penang Laksa, Hokkien Mee, Putu Mayong, Pasembur, and Popiah. They're the best quality food in town. (+) This hostel provides you a lot of tourist brochures inside their lobby. Free to take. You can freely take Penang Tourist Map, Penang Tourism Calendar of Events, Marking Georgetown, Penang Street Food, and so many more. By reading those references, I guarantee you wouldn't be lost in Penang. (+) This hostel offers its vintage style, precisely Chinese-vintage-style. I love it. There are so many rooms inside. (+) They serve you free simple breakfast, like bread, sandwich, fruits, etc. Free flow tea and coffee. (+) They have room service, so for you who stay more than one night, don't be worried, they'll clean your room, your bed, your blanket, etc. (+) The room is equipped with fan and air conditioner. It's completely sufficient to make you feel comfortable. (+) Because of its location, you'll be easy to find halal foods nearby. It's also strategic to go everywhere: State Court, KOMTAR, State Museum, Esplanade, City Hall, market, etc. Minus: (-) You maybe find the comments that the receptionist girl are rude. But I don't think so. She's clearly given me helps. I think that she's just ”polite”, not friendly. But the owners are very friendly. You can hire the motorcycle. For you who come from Indonesia or Brunei, the Madame is able to speak Malay/Bahasa. It will help you so much. Don't be hesitant to talk to her. (-) You will not find a large locker. There is a small locker behind your bed. It's small, not too large, but for me it's enough to place your precious belongings. It can only be opened by your own key so don't worry if your possessions can be stolen or not. (-) They have enough shared bathrooms, but there is no hot water inside. By the way, the bathrooms are clean. (-) When you firstly enter your room, you maybe find that it is a little humid/moist inside. I think it is because of air conditioning system. The room is small but the air conditioner is so powerful. (-) Personally, they didn't give me a towel (even though I brought mine). But they did give towels to every guest and I didn't get it. It's like a little unfair, subjectively. My rate: 8/

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Ren I Tang Heritage Inn
4.7/535 Reviews
Every review you read about Ren i Tang is true. It is both a living legacy of Georgetown’s rich history and a personal, elegant and soulful hotel. The Ren i Tang hotel is the best hotel we have ever traveled the world, and Karen’s generosity plus beautiful craftsmanship handmade Kashmir carpets, furniture with renewable wood, “holy” beds are all memorable experiences. The hotel is within walking distance to Little India with world-class food street. Ren i Tang is the place to meet you if you want a real, unique experience in Georgetown.
MoonTree47
4.3/536 Reviews
So unique place. The walls and the decoration reminded me of a mix of Alice in wonderland, a boutique French hotel and imperial China with an indoor/outdoor feeling. Kent the owner is very friendly and helpful. Helped out with tickets to Thailand to a paradise island on his recommendation instead of our original plan of langkawi, also helped with all our queries and went out of his way to assist. All staff on the premises where very friendly. There’s several hang out areas such as the cafe and a library full of books. There’s a shop too where you can buy some cool postcards and art. All rooms are unique where some are small with steep stairs, others with tiny bathrooms and one with a balcony and the other not but it’s all part of the charm and made it even more unique. If you are a couple, traveling alone or even a family (had family rooms too) I highly recommend this place. In addition, comfortable beds, warm shower and good water pressure :)
The Chambers Hotel
3/512 Reviews
We booked this hotel via Booking.com using our credit card to secure the room On arrival, and after filling out the relevant forms we were asked for payment as expected, at this point they disclosed it was only cash and we could not use our credit cards. Even when we showed them the booking that had no mention of the cash only policy. So, it is now late in the day and they are the most unhelpful staff we have met during our current year long trip (that bad), they would not even give us access to the WiFi to arrange another room. After nearly 3 hours and constant calls to Booking.com we finally agreed no cancellation fee would apply despite it being the hotels mistake....they would not agree to the waiver of the fee until I would not leave. They even showed me an email their manager had sent to Booking.com showing this was a regular occurrence. There are many very good hotels in Georgetown...stay clear of this one. We moved to the Royale Chelung 10 minutes away... fantastic service by very helpful people... It may have been a nice hotel, however the management and staff do not care!!! STAY WELL CLEAR
G Fortune Guest House+
3.5/51 Reviews
I applied for a visa and stayed for one night. Housing with remote check-in, which was easier than with a person, the main thing is to get the password in advance, located in the center of attractions.
Seven Terraces
4.4/559 Reviews
We were looking for a unique hotel that would reflect the uniqueness of Georgetown and were not disappointed. The hotel is in a renovated set of historic shops in the middle of wonderful Georgetown with the owners having done a lot to reflect its heritage. Is the hotel perfect, maybe not - our room (Argus Suite) was relatively dark, the bathrooms are not always perfectly designed - but this for me is perfectly acceptable knowing you are staying at a historic location. Do I remember all the typical large chain hotels I stayed at - no. Will I remember the Seven Terraces - yes.
Thirty Three Stewart Houze
3.9/547 Reviews
For sure it’s not easy find a place so lovely. The family carrying on this place is absolutely great, helpful and kind as much as is possible. Yea maybe the breakfast is not the best you can have, but it’s fine, you can have homemade jams and kaya with bread, make your porridge, free coffee all day long if you want, tea, fresh water... but Isn’t nice when you stay in a place and the owners are always smiling at you and disposable for eeeeverything you need? Even take you out for the night Chinese ghost festival, or how was it called. They are happy to have you here and you will be happy to stay. The dorm was very clean, with curtains for the very comfortable beds, where you could feel as you are in a small private room inside. Definitely highly recommended.

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Georgetown: A Cultural Melting Pot

Georgetown, the capital city of the Malaysian state of Penang, is a remarkable blend of tradition and modernity. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Georgetown brims with historical landmarks, colorful street art, diverse food, and vibrant nightlife, embodying the rich cultural diversity of Malaysia.

Travelling to Georgetown

Georgetown is served by Penang International Airport, located just 14 kilometers away. Taxis, Grab (South East Asia's popular ride-hailing service), and Rapid Penang, the local bus service, offer convenient transportation options.

The Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) is the standard currency, and English is widely spoken. It's wise to respect local customs and traditions; dress modestly, especially when visiting religious sites.

Regarding visa requirements, it's best to check with the Malaysian embassy in your country. Many nationalities receive visa-free entry for tourism purposes.

Popular Attractions in Georgetown

Start your Georgetown tour with a leisurely walk around the UNESCO World Heritage area, where colonial architecture sits alongside intricate temples. Marvel at the street art in the Armenian Street Art Alley, and visit the Blue Mansion, a unique blend of Eastern and Western designs.

Head to the vibrant Little India and Chinatown for an authentic culinary adventure, and don't miss the Clan Jetties, waterfront settlements that provide a peek into Penang's olden days.

Weather & Best Time to Visit Georgetown

Georgetown experiences a tropical rainforest climate, with relatively stable temperatures ranging from 23°C to 32°C year-round. Although rain is a common feature throughout the year, the wettest months are from April to November. Therefore, the best time to visit is between December and March. Don't forget to pack breathable clothing, an umbrella, or a raincoat.

Choosing Your Hotel in Georgetown

Georgetown offers a wide range of accommodations. For history enthusiasts, the Eastern & Oriental Hotel, located near the UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers classic luxury. Foodies might appreciate staying in the Seven Terraces Hotel, which is close to many famous eateries.

The G Hotel Kelawai is an excellent choice for a chic, Instagram-worthy stay. For those on a budget, the Chulia Mansion offers great value, while business travelers might prefer the convenience of the Jen Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La, located near the commercial hub.

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