We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in George Town, Malaysia. We have also included accommodation in mansions, guest houses, apartments, holiday homes, inns, boutique hotels, romantic hotels and historic buildings. 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 Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated February 2024.
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Great value. Popular among women. 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
I would describe this as one of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in George Town.
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings. Set in a restored private mansion, East Indies Mansion is located in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town. Inspired by Chinese shophouses, the property features a large courtyard and classic wall ornaments. Free WiFi is accessible throughout. Fitted with traditional wooden furniture, each room is air-conditioned and warmly lit. Certain rooms come with loft or duplex layout. The bathroom is furnished with free toiletries and a shower. Guests can enjoy a meal at the nearby Chinese and Indian restaurants, located within walking distance. You can relax in the airy courtyard surrounded by greenery or take a tour around the area. Laundry services and nearby parking are available at a surcharge, while daily housekeeping is free. East Indies Mansion is 210 metres from Little India and Pinang Peranakan Mansion. Wonderfood Museum is just 120 metres away and the nearest airport is Penang International Airport, a 18 km drive.Show full description
I rate this as the most RELAXING boutique hotel in George Town. It also has beautiful surroundings!
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Noordin Mews is a boutique hotel housed in a historical building in central Penang. It offers an outdoor pool and provides free Wi-Fi throughout the building. Noordin Mews is situated a 5-minute walk from Komtar and 1st Avenue. Heritage Area is a 10-minute walk from the hotel while Gurney Drive is a 15-minute drive away. Rooms and houses come with both air conditioning and a fan. A flat-screen cable TV, ironing facilities and free toiletries are provided. Select rooms have an attached living area. Guests can head to the library for a quiet read, or opt for a relaxing massage to unwind. Ticketing and car rental services are available. Luggage storage is provided at the 24-hour front desk. This hotel has a bar. Local Penang food is available a 5-minute walk from the hotel.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Delightful property. Lovely interior design. 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
Perhaps this is the most BEAUTIFUL boutique hotel in George Town.
Apartment.Great views. Set in George Town and only less than 1 km from Northam Beach, SUNRISE Gurney Seaview Luxury Duplex offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 3.2 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar. The apartment provides a pool with mountain views, fitness centre and a lift. The spacious apartment has 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. This apartment is non-smoking and soundproof. Guests may eat in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which is open for dinner, lunch, cocktails and high tea. Guests can enjoy the indoor pool at the apartment. 1st Avenue Penang is 3.5 km from SUNRISE Gurney Seaview Luxury Duplex, while Wonderfood Museum is 3.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 17 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Beautiful. Popular among women. 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
Boutique hotel.Creative. Great value. Popular among couples. 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 rate this as one of the most CREATIVE boutique hotels in George Town. It also has GREAT AFFORDABILITY.
Boutique hotel.Lively. Nice interior design. 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
I would describe this as the most LIVELY boutique hotel in George Town.
Inn / Guest House.Cosy. Located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, Ren I Tang Heritage Inn is located in a restored building from the 1800s. Spanning an area of 3 shop house units, the property features free WiFi, a restaurant and small museum on the ground floor, which used to be a medical hall. Air wells, timber flooring, five foot walkways, steep heritage wooden staircases and Chinese roof tiles are part of the property which is 100 metres from Pinang Peranakan Mansion and 500 metres from Fort Cornwallis. Penang Jetty is about 600 metres away, while Penang International Airport is accessible with a 15 km drive. Tastefully-furnished, air-conditioned rooms come with parquet flooring, a satellite TV, electric kettle and freshly-laundered bedding. The attached bathroom includes shower and bidet facility. At Ren I Tang Heritage Inn, guests may chill out at the herbal courtyard, enjoy lunch and dinner at the property’s bistro or purchase a souvenir from the gift shop. Luggage storage service is also available.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Hip. Rooftop pool. Popular among women. 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. Rooms are charming, featuring white and brown hues. Penang International Airport is conveniently placed 15 km away. Airport transfers can be arranged at a surcharge. 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 might be one of the coolest boutique hotels in George Town. It also has a unique rooftop pool.
Guest House.Popular among couples. Conveniently located in Georgetown, Vintage House offers homely and comfortable accommodation with free WiFi access in the entire property. It features a small garden, terrace and common lounge area. Simply furnished, air-conditioned rooms come with wooden flooring, a desk, wardrobe and clothes rack. Guests have access to either a shared or private bathroom with shower facility and free toiletries. At Vintage House, guests may rent a bicycle or car to self-explore the area and visit nearby attractions. Friendly staff is fluently-conversed in Malay, Chinese and English. The property is just 600 metres from Prangin Mall, while Komtar and Penang Jetty are within 800 metres away. Penang International Airport is accessible with a 14 km drive. Airport transfers can be arranged at a surcharge.Show full description
Boutique hotel. 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. Muntri Mews also has a gift shop selling antique pieces, and a small business centre. 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. 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
Guest House.Newly opened, March 2024. Aayu Melayu features air-conditioned guest accommodation in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach, 600 metres from 1st Avenue Penang and less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar. The property has city and inner courtyard views, and is 1.5 km from Penang Times Square. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, full-day security and luggage storage for guests. With a shared bathroom equipped with a bidet and slippers, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi. At the guest house, all units come with bed linen and towels. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Wonderfood Museum is less than 1 km from the guest house, while Straits Quay is 7.9 km away. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 14 km from Aayu Melayu.Show full description
Great bar. Popular among women. 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. Charming rooms showcase a fusion of Indian and British décor. 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. 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
Guest House. Situated in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach and 600 metres from Wonderfood Museum, Chulia Corner features spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. This recently renovated guest house is located 1.2 km from 1st Avenue Penang and 1.2 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar. Penang Times Square is 1.8 km from the guest house and Straits Quay is 7.8 km away. The kitchenette features a microwave, a fridge and kitchenware and there is a private bathroom with a hair dryer and free toiletries. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Dining options are available close to the guest house. Penang Botanic Gardens is 7.8 km from Chulia Corner, while Penang Hill is 9.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 15 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment. Set in George Town, near Penang Times Square, Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and 1st Avenue Penang, Tropicana 218 Macalister by CC features a garden. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.5 km from Northam Beach, and guests can benefit from private parking available on site and free WiFi. Straits Quay is 6.7 km away and Penang Hill is 7.5 km from the apartment. Wonderfood Museum is 3.1 km from the apartment, while Penang Botanic Gardens is 5.4 km away. The units have a private bathroom, while selected rooms will provide you with a fully equipped kitchen. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 15 km from Tropicana 218 Macalister by CC.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. Offering a shared lounge and city view, You Le Yuen is situated in George Town, 1.8 km from Northam Beach and 1.3 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar. It is located 700 metres from Wonderfood Museum and features luggage storage space. Staff on-site can arrange a shuttle service. All units feature air conditioning and a satellite flat-screen TV. Units include a private bathroom, a safety deposit box and free WiFi, while selected rooms also boast a terrace and some have garden views. At the bed and breakfast, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. The bed and breakfast specialises in a continental and Asian breakfast and breakfast in the room is also available. Dining options are available close to You Le Yuen. 1st Avenue Penang is 1.3 km from the accommodation, while Penang Times Square is 1.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Penang International, 16 km from You Le Yuen, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
This might be one of the most charming, cosy and well designed bed and breakfasts in George Town! It also has a great location. WOW!
Guest House.Newly opened, October 2023. Located in George Town, 1.1 km from Northam Beach and less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, 2 Storey Heritage House @ Georgetown provides air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. The property is situated 1.8 km from Wonderfood Museum, 1.3 km from Penang Times Square and 7.1 km from Straits Quay. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.2 km from 1st Avenue Penang. The guest house is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Penang Botanic Gardens is 7.1 km from the guest house, while Penang Hill is 9.1 km away. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 15 km from 2 Storey Heritage House @ Georgetown.Show full description
Situated within the UNESCO World Heritage city of Georgetown, Coffee Atelier is a collection of 5 beautifully-restored shophouses dating back to 1927. Featuring spacious suites with free Wi-Fi, it an art gallery and its own coffee museum. Located within a 10-minute walk of Blue Mansion and Khoo Khongsi, Coffee Atelier Georgetown is a 15-minute drive from Gurney Drive and a 30-minute drive from Penang International Airport. Fitted with either tiled or wooden flooring, the air-conditioned suites feature a common sitting area and a private bathroom. A flat-screen TV with a DVD player, tea/coffee making facilities and a mini fridge are included. Housekeeping is provided.Show full description
Holiday Home.Newly opened, December 2023. Located in George Town, 2.1 km from Northam Beach and 2.8 km from Penang Botanic Gardens, Designer Guesthouse Pulau Tikus & Gurney Drive, Georgetown, Penang provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. An indoor play area is also available at Designer Guesthouse Pulau Tikus & Gurney Drive, Georgetown, Penang, while guests can also relax in the garden. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 18 km from Designer Guesthouse Pulau Tikus & Gurney Drive, Georgetown, Penang. The property is non-smoking and is situated 3.7 km from Straits Quay. This holiday home comes with 4 bedrooms, a kitchen with a microwave and a fridge, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 4 bathrooms equipped with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Guests at the holiday home can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. Bike hire and car hire are available at this holiday home and the area is popular for cycling. Penang Times Square is 4.3 km from the accommodation, while Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar is 4.8 km away.Show full description
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