We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in George Town, Malaysia. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated December 2023.
Very clean. Great value. Located in UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, Areca Hotel Penang offers accommodations in Penang. Guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. It is 450 metres to Upside Down Museum Penang and 550 metres to Penang Heritage Gallery. Clan Jetties of Penang is 2.1 km from Areca Hotel Penang, while Fort Cornwallis is 2.5 km away. Penang International Airport is 21.4 km from the property. Air-conditioned rooms are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. Areca Hotel Penang offers certain units that feature a patio, and the rooms have a kettle. All guest rooms at the accommodation have air conditioning and a wardrobe. Other facilities at the property include a kids' club and a library. Guests can approach the 24-hour front desk for luggage storage. Guests can enjoy Penang Road Teochew Chendul, limited for one person per stay. The in-house restaurant specialises in European cuisine and a continental breakfast is served daily at the property.Show full description
Creative. Very central. Superb breakfast. Campbell House is conveniently located a 5-minute drive from Penang Museum and is surrounded by a variety of local shopping and eating options. It provides beautifully designed rooms with a seating area and free Wi-Fi. The spacious rooms are all air conditioned and equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, a laptop safe and an iPod docking station. They also have a minibar, ironing facilities and modern bathroom facilities. The Campbell House is located about 17 km from Bayan Lepas Internatinal Airport and a 10-minute drive from Gurney Drive. Parking is available on site. IL Bacaro Restaurant serves Italian dishes. Meals can also be enjoyed in the privacy of guests’ rooms. There is also a bar on site. Guests who wish to enjoy a quiet day indoors, can make use of the hotel’s library. For convenience, the hotel provides laundry and ironing services.Show full description
I think this is one of the most CREATIVE boutique hotels in George Town. It also has a highly rated breakfast.
Creative. Central. Great restaurant. Set in a restored building, 23 Love Lane Hotel consists of 10 boutique-style rooms with free Wi-Fi. Located in the Penang capital of George Town, it is 3 km from location attractions including the Goddess of Mercy Temple and Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (Blue Mansion). Cosy and charming, each air-conditioned room features classic teak furniture and local art work. A private bathroom with heated shower and TV with cable channels are included in the rooms. Rooms also have a seating area. Enjoy a relaxing massage at Love Lane, which also provides babysitting services upon request. Free public parking is available for guests. Penang Airport is approximately 16 km from Love Lane Hotel.Show full description
Very clean. Comfortable beds. Macalister Terraces Hotel is situated in George Town, within 700 metres of 1st Avenue Penang and 1.9 km of Wonderfood Museum. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage space. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. At Macalister Terraces Hotel rooms come with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Northam Beach, Penang Times Square and Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 15 km from Macalister Terraces Hotel.Show full description
This boutique hotel has exceptional cleanliness and super comfortable beds!
Opened December 2022. Set in George Town, 1.2 km from Northam Beach, The George Penang by The Crest Collection offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is situated 1.3 km from Penang Times Square, 6.9 km from Straits Quay and 7 km from Penang Botanic Gardens. The accommodation offers 5-star accommodation with an indoor pool. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. All guest rooms feature a wardrobe. The George Penang by The Crest Collection offers a buffet or continental breakfast. Popular points of interest near The George Penang by The Crest Collection include Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, Wonderfood Museum and 1st Avenue Penang. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 15 km from the hotel.Show full description
Great value. Rooftop bar. Located in Georgetown, Le Dream Boutique Hotel offers modern accommodation with free WiFi access. The air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle and a minibar. The en suite bathroom include a hairdryer and free toiletries. Ironing facilities are also available. Many coffee shops are located within walking distance. Le Dream Boutique Hotel is 150 metres from Upside Down Museum and Dark Mansion - 3D Glow In The Dark Museum. Komtar is 700 metres away and the nearest airport is Penang International Airport, a 17 km drive.Show full description
This boutique hotel has great affordability and a popular rooftop bar.
Trendy. Central. Cosy rooms. Situated in George Town, Penang – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Muntri Grove Hotel offers free WiFi access and tastefully furnished guestrooms. Hotel Muntri Grove is within 800 metres from Komtar, Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Prangin Mall. Penang International Airport is conveniently placed 15 km away. Airport transfers can be arranged at a surcharge. Rooms are charming, featuring white and brown hues. Amenities include coffee/tea making facilities, a seating area and a TV. The private bathrooms come with free toiletries and a hairdryer. A 24-hour front desk will be happy to assist you with luggage storage. Guests can take a stroll along the peaceful garden or enjoy a cup of tea at the outdoor terrace. For full relaxation, massage services are also available upon request.Show full description
This boutique hotel has very cosy rooms and a unique rooftop pool!
Elegant. Great breakfast. Great restaurant. Housed in a Chinese courtyard-style mansion, The Blue Mansion offers boutique accommodation tastefully furnished with antique fittings. Featuring a library and free parking, it is located within Georgetown’s UNESCO district. Individually designed rooms are fitted with classic wood furnishings and air conditioning. They have a safe, hairdryer and tea/coffee maker. Leisurely afternoons can be spent at the property’s bar or garden. Staff at The Blue Mansion can assist with concierge and laundry services. Situated beside a food centre selling local fare, The Blue Mansion is just 1 km from the Komtar Bus Terminal. It is a 45-minute drive from Penang International Airport.Show full description
Elegant. Great views. Good breakfast. Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Georgetown, Eastern & Oriental Hotel offer 19th century heritage accommodations in Penang. It features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Offering free WiFi throughout the property. Eastern & Oriental Hotel is 3.3 km from popular Gurney Drive, where Gurney Plaza and Gurney Paragon offer shopping options. It is 700 metres to Penang State Museum and Art Gallery and 850 metres to Penang 2D Trick Art Museum, while Fort Cornwallis is 1.2 km away. It is 20 km from Penang International Airport. Featuring classic wood furnishings and floral prints, spacious colonial-style suites come with ample lounge and work areas. They come with a safe, cable TV and large bathrooms with a claw-foot bathtub. Complimentary newspapers are delivered daily. Guests can approach the 24-hour front desk for currency exchange, tour arrangements, luggage storage and concierge services. Lazy afternoons in the sun can be spent by Eastern & Oriental’s outdoor pool, which boasts views of the sea. Other leisure options include a fitness centre Eastern & Oriental Hotel has 5 dining options, including Palm Court which serves English afternoon tea and also offers a selection of ethnic Asian inspired dishes and casual international fare for all day dining. Java Tree’s menu offers classic dishes, complemented by selected wines and beverages, relaxed style with simple elegance. For refreshing and well-made cocktails or the perfect pint, the new Farquhar’s Bar is the place to be. Whether cosily seated indoors, semi-formal dining, outdoors at the seafront verandahs or poolside, there is something to suit every taste and fancy at the E&O.Show full description
Cool. Creative. Cosy rooms. Set in a restored Anglo-Indian mansion, Jawi Peranakan Mansion offers well-appointed rooms with free WiFi throughout. Boasting Mughal inspired architecture, each room is fitted with a king bed and a cosy seating area. It is decorated with ethnic upholstery and wooden window arches. The en suite bathroom includes a shower and free toiletries. Selected units have a 4-poster bed and a top bath. Staff at the reception are happy to assist you with laundry service and airport pick-up at a surcharge. You can also ask about things to do and store luggage. Jawi Peranakan Mansion is 1.4 km from Little India and 600 metres from China Town. Penang International Airport is 20 km away.Show full description
Super central. Great location. Friendly staff. Popular among business travellers. A restored 19th century building, Yeng Keng Hotel is located in George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Penang. It offers an outdoor pool, a restaurant and free Wi-Fi. Hotel Yeng Keng is located along Chulia Street, 15 minutes on foot from Fort Cornwallis and Khoo Kongsi. Famous food centre, Gurney Drive, is a 10-minute drive away. Charming rooms showcase a fusion of Indian and British décor. They are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Tea and coffee making facilities are provided. After a day of sightseeing and tasting Penang’s must-try dishes, guests can spend some quiet time at the reading area. Laundry and dry cleaning services are available for guests’ convenience. European and local breakfast options are served at the hotel. Yeng Keng Café and Bar serves a mixture of Hainanese and Western favourites.Show full description
This is the most central central luxury hotel in George Town. It also has a central location and a great location.
Hip. Very stylish. Located in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach, Macalister Mansion provides accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. 1.2 km from Penang Times Square and 1.5 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, the property features a restaurant and a bar. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Guest rooms at Macalister Mansion are equipped with a seating area. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. A business centre and a car rental service are also offered by Macalister Mansion. 1st Avenue Penang is 1.6 km from the hotel, while Wonderfood Museum is 3.3 km away. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 15 km from Macalister Mansion.Show full description
This is likely the coolest and most stylish central luxury hotel in George Town.
Rooftop bar. Set in George Town, a 2-minute walk from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, The Granite Luxury Hotel offers accommodations 200 metres from 1st Avenue Penang. Free WiFi is available in some rooms. The Granite Luxury Hotel is simply the perfect one-stop centre for romantic escapes, family vacations, work assignments and business meetings. Spread over two interconnected buildings, The Granite Luxury Hotel offers 52 single/double rooms and 100 suites. An automated tower car parking system is available for in-house guests. It is 350 metres to Komtar Tower. Penang Times Square is a 6-minute walk from the accommodation, while Wonderfood Museum is 1.3 km from the property. Penang International Airport is 14 km away. At the hotel, all rooms come with a desk. The private bathroom is equipped with free toiletries. All units at The Granite Luxury Hotel come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Meeting facilities as well as secretarial and legal services are available upon request. Speaking English and Malay, staff are always on hand to help at the reception. Business centre and meeting room facilities are available upon request. There is a fitness centre.Show full description
Very clean. Comfortable beds. JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La is located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Georgetown, next to the KOMTAR building, 1st Avenue Shopping Mall and Prangin Mall. It offers an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. It is 500 metres to 5D Interactive World, while Upside Down Museum and Dark Mansion - 3D Glow In The Dark Museum are within 600 metres of the property. Penang International Airport is 17.8 km away. Rooms and suites at JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La feature modern Malaysian décor. Large bay windows provide views of the city. Each room is equipped with a cable TV and safety deposit box. Guests can approach the 24-hour front desk for tour arrangements, ticketing and concierge services. For relaxation, guests can make use of the sauna and steam room. The 24-hour health club boasts of modern equipment. Other facilities include a salon and business centre. Buffet breakfast is available at the hotel. Cafe Jen's menu consists of international dishes with local influences. Light meals and refreshments are served at the Lobby Lounge.Show full description
Highly elegant. Friendly staff. The Edison George Town is set in a restored colonial mansion with contemporary decor. The stylish guest rooms are furnished with a sofa and guests enjoy complimentary turn down service. This boutique hotel boasts a chic common area, a bright courtyard and a swimming pool. Free WiFi and free parking are provided. Decorated with modern furnishings, the air-conditioned rooms are appointed with a flat-screen TV and a sofa. All day snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are available in the room. The en suite bathroom includes premium bath amenities. Daily continental breakfast is served at The Lounge, which offers complimentary all-day snacks and beverages. Alternatively, guests can have a meal at the nearby restaurants, located a 2-minute walk away. You can relax in the poolside sun loungers or stay under the shade in the cabanas. Friendly staff at the 24-hour front desk are happy give you tips on things to do around the area. Bike hire and airport transfers are available upon request, at an additional charge. Chinatown is 450 metres from The Edison George Town, while Little India is 900 metres from the property. Penang International Airport is a 18 km drive.Show full description
This is likely the most ELEGANT central luxury hotel in George Town. It also has amazing staff.
Situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Northam Beach, 乔治市世纪酒店 The Century Boutique Hotel George Town features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. With a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The accommodation offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests. The units in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. The rooms have a safety deposit box and selected rooms also boast city views. All rooms at 乔治市世纪酒店 The Century Boutique Hotel George Town are fitted with a seating area. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, Wonderfood Museum and 1st Avenue Penang. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 15 km from 乔治市世纪酒店 The Century Boutique Hotel George Town.Show full description
Nice style. Cool. Great restaurant. Located in the capital city of Penang, Seven Terraces is only within a 5-minute walk to the significant Goddess of Mercy Temple and the popular Penang Peranakan Mansion. The property is just a 10-minute walk from Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, Penang Museum and the large Chinese clan house of Khoo Kongsi. Penang International Airport is a convenient 30-minute drive away. Featuring a balcony, spacious air-conditioned rooms are equipped with an electric kettle, a personal safe, ironing facilities and a flat-screen TV. Private bathrooms come with a hairdryer, shower facilities and complimentary bath amenities. Seven Terraces operates a 24-hour front desk and provides luggage storage. Guests can request for massage services, while airport transfers can be arranged at additional charges.Show full description
Located within the hustle and bustle of the city, The Wembley – A St Giles Hotel, Penang is located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town. It features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The hotel is 200 metres from Komtar and Prangin Mall, and 1.3 km from Penang Peranakan Mansion. Penang International Airport is 14 km away. Air-conditioned rooms are fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV, safe and an electric kettle. The en suite bathroom includes shower facilities and free toiletries. Guests can approach the 24-hour front desk for concierge services and luggage storage. Other facilities at the property include a fitness centre. Wembley Cafe serves up a variety of local favorites, Asian and international fare, while Enoshima specialises in authentic Japanese cuisine. Overlooking panoramic views of Penang Island, an array of beverages and snacks can be enjoyed at DSRT Sky Room.Show full description
This boutique hotel is housed in 3 rows of 2-storey shophouses originally built in the 1940s. A lovely base for exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town. Hotel Penaga’s rooms feature antique furniture, restored wooden flooring, and Asian art pieces. Each spacious room has a sofa and a flat-screen cable TV. The private bathroom has a spa bath and separate glass-enclosed shower. Penaga Hotel is a 7-minute drive away from Gurney Drive, a popular spot for local hawker food. Batu Ferringgi Beach is a 20-minute drive away. George Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Show full description
Combining modern design with antique furnishings, Muntri Mews provides stylish boutique accommodation in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Decorated with artwork by local artists, suites at Muntri Mews open towards the hotel’s tropical gardens. Modern amenities include a 32-inch flat-screen TV. Each suite has a spacious living area with a day bed, and some have a veranda. Guests can approach the 24-hour front desk for tour arrangements, ticketing services and luggage storage. Muntri Mews also has a gift shop selling antique pieces, and a small business centre. The Mews Café serves Asian and international specialities, prepared with fresh local ingredients. Diners can choose air-conditioned or outdoor setting. Muntri Mews also provides dinner guides who will bring guests to food outlets that are popular among the locals.Show full description
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