Balik Pulau

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Penang National Park is incredibly beautiful and a great place to take a hike. The reward is finding yourself on a fairly secluded beach where you can unwind and take a dip. Malaysia does a pretty good job with their national parks - keeping them mostly undeveloped and so forth. We hiked from the park entrance to Turtle beach and ended up catching a boat back rather than hiking back. By taking the boat, we were able to enjoy seeing the remote coastal areas of the park where trails do not go. Tip: wear real shoes and not flip-flops. It is a hike after all. (not that we would have made that mistake, right?)
Penang National Park is incredibly beautiful and a great place to take a hike. The reward is finding yourself on a fairly secluded beach where you can unwind and take a dip. Malaysia does a pretty good job with their national parks - keeping them mostly undeveloped and so forth. We hiked from the park entrance to Turtle beach and ended up catching a boat back rather than hiking back. By taking the boat, we were able to enjoy seeing the remote coastal areas of the park where trails do not go. Tip: wear real shoes and not flip-flops. It is a hike after all. (not that we would have made that mistake, right?)
🇬🇧 The golden paddy fields during harvest season are incredibly beautiful! 💛 🇷🇴 Campuriile aurii de orez în timpul sezonului de recoltare sunt incredibil de frumoase! 💛
Swinging into Wednesday like...🌿
Homemade Traditional food called ketupat palas, a staple during Hari Raya in Penang #culture

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The Granite Luxury Hotel

The Granite Luxury Hotel

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine George Town
$76 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
$85 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (241 reviews)
Great spot to stay, rooms are spacious and kept clean

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

The Granite Luxury Hotel
Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang

Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang

4 out of 5
No. 202 Lebuh Noordin George Town Penang
$93 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
$104 total
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (95 reviews)
Staff are friendly. Amenities are adequate. Location of the hotel is good with restaurants and shops nearby. However, bed linen and towels seem "yellowish" which leaves a bad impression.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang
The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja George Town
$120 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
$134 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (594 reviews)
Location dry good and staff very polite and extremely helpful

Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

The Prestige Hotel Penang
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The Granite Luxury Hotel

The Granite Luxury Hotel

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine George Town
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (241 reviews)
Great spot to stay, rooms are spacious and kept clean

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

The Granite Luxury Hotel
lyf Georgetown Penang

lyf Georgetown Penang

4 out of 5
No. 2A Jalan Penang, Seksyen 14 George Town Penang
Stay at this aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (36 reviews)
It’s a good but not great property. Clean with a nice lobby and access to lots of restaurants and shops. I would stay here again, but it’s not my first choice in George Town. My favorite thing about the hotel is that it was washing machines and dryers!

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

lyf Georgetown Penang
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang

Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang

5 out of 5
55 Persiaran Gurney George Town Penang
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Gurney Drive

4/5(58 reviews)

During your trip to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Gurney Drive
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Queensbay Mall

4/5(29 reviews)

During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Queensbay Mall
KOMTAR showing a high rise building

KOMTAR

3.5/5(63 reviews)

Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.

KOMTAR
Penang Hill

Penang Hill

4.5/5(105 reviews)

Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.

Penang Hill
Nothing says fish chips like these. Actually I got these because I think they locals eat PoPo fish flavored chips if they want their babies to grow up to be Police Officers. LOL

Gurney Plaza

4/5(69 reviews)

During your visit to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

Gurney Plaza
Spectacular sunset at the Straits of Malacca makes the travelling worthwhile. If you stay in one of the luxury hotels lining the beach, do get a beach facing unit with a balcony.

Ferringgi Beach

4/5(53 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Ferringgi Beach

Things to do

Cycling along the beautiful river

Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour

$32
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
Comfortable seating at the Penang International Airport Lounge in Malaysia

Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)

$44
per traveler
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
The Habitat Penang Hill Admission Ticket

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

$14
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Georgetown Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Penang Island Tour

Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour

$35
per adult
Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour
Main Facade

Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

$6
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Penang Food Tour - Georgetown

Penang Food Tour - Georgetown

$62
per adult
Penang Food Tour - Georgetown
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George Town featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture

George Town

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