Title: Merlin Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=6023813&destination=George+Town%2C+Penang%2C+Malaysia&selected=9023437&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Merlin Hotel Downtown George Town's charm awaits travelers by day, while the hotel provides a peaceful retreat with easy access to Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal ## Photo gallery for Merlin Hotel ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Merlin Hotel (George Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9030000/9023500/9023437/w1009h768x15y0-7e1552ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Merlin Hotel (George Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9030000/9023500/9023437/062e8627.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Merlin Hotel (George Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9030000/9023500/9023437/f7943472.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Merlin Hotel (George Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9030000/9023500/9023437/631e53d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Merlin Hotel (George Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9030000/9023500/9023437/5563086e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Merlin Hotel in Downtown George Town offers travelers a practical base with in-room WiFi and free self parking. Explore nearby attractions like Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal and KOMTAR, then grab snacks from the on-site convenience store or vending machine. ## Reviews 6.4 ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=9023437&PinnedHotelID=9023437&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=9023437&PinnedHotelID=9023437&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=9023437&PinnedHotelID=9023437&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=9023437&PinnedHotelID=9023437&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=9023437&PinnedHotelID=9023437&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=9023437&PinnedHotelID=9023437&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=9023437&PinnedHotelID=9023437&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=9023437&PinnedHotelID=9023437&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Studio, 1 King Bed ![Studio, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9030000/9023500/9023437/9ba6c397.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Studio, 1 King Bed - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.com/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGeorge-Town-Hotels-Merlin-Hotel.h9023437.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.com/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGeorge-Town-Hotels-Merlin-Hotel.h9023437.Hotel-Information) ## About the neighborhood Downtown George Town, a neighborhood in George Town, is home to Merlin Hotel. KOMTAR is a notable landmark, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Gurney Drive and Queensbay Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at City Stadium or Penang Youth and Sports Complex. [Visit our George Town travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town.dx6023813) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C5.41952%2C100.34173&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=R98GDvHTJZ4F4buQzif8OGYPHf8=) No 1 Lebuh, Georgetown, George Town, Penang, 10200 ### What's nearby - ![Padang Kota Lama or simply called The Padang, is the parade ground and playing field created by the British colonials in the civic district of George Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976381066/6588cb70-04f2-44d5-a0dc-87ca50692458.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Padang Kota Lama 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Fort Cornwallis which includes heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113856/175d812b-74fb-4be8-a4cb-53f218fb2dcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fort Cornwallis 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Penang City Hall featuring heritage architecture and an administrative buidling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113872/d1f0d391-74bf-4c24-b659-c8334da34eeb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Penang City Hall 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Pinang Peranakan Mansion showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113880/180dc72b-9255-419c-a081-1a521326ae6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Pinang Peranakan Mansion 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Penang Sentral 31 min drive - Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) 29 min drive ### Restaurants - Two Frenchies 2 min walk - Constant Gardener Coffee 1 min walk - GDGN Vintage Cuisine Cafe & Hotpot 广东姑娘 2 min walk - Baekje Korean Bbq 2 min walk - Katao 3 min walk ## About this property ### Merlin Hotel Hotel near KOMTAR Merlin Hotel provides a grocery/convenience store and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - A vending machine, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe - Tour/ticket assistance Room features All guestrooms at Merlin Hotel have perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. 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Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - LCD TV ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM Minimum check-in age: 17 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher ### Property is also known as Merlin Hotel Penang Merlin Hotel Merlin Penang Merlin Hotel George Town Merlin George Town Merlin Hotel Hotel Merlin Hotel George Town Merlin Hotel Hotel George Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Merlin Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Merlin Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Merlin Hotel? ### Where is Merlin Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Merlin Hotel Reviews 6.4 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.2 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 6.8 Staff & service ### 6.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 9 4 - Poor 2 2 - Terrible 3 ## Reviews Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### SHINYA Mar 22, 2025 Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities My room wasn’t cleaned for 2days. ##### SHINYA Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Kai Leung Oct 18, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Complaint against the Hotel which collected extra charges of twenty Malaysian ringgit (RM20.00). Such charges should have been collected by Expedia when I booked the hotel room. Complaint against Expedia which does not follow up my complaint even after I have sent the scan copy of receipt of those extra charges via email. Of course, the receipt was obtained only after the severe disputes with Hotel. The Hotel is unreasonable. ##### Kai Leung Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Monica Jan 1, 2021 Like the location, accessible to main sites in Georgetown ##### Monica Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Anke Dec 20, 2018 Disliked: Room comfort #### Mehr ein Hostel, aber zweckmäßig Das Merlin Hotel ist einfach und zweckmäßig für ein oder zwei Nächte. Die Matrazen und Handtücher dünn und durch das Gemeinschaftsbad für die Zimmer ohne eigenes Bad ist es relativ laut, da es ständig genutzt wird und die meisten Gäste die Türen nicht leise schließen können. Die Rezeption hat leider unseren Weckruf vergessen. Das Hotel liegt mitten in Little India und auch die Backpackermeile Love Lane ist fussläufig gut zu erreichen. Max. 10 Gehminuten (auch mit Koffer) zum Swettenham Pier, von wo die Fähren nach Langkawi starten. ##### Anke Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sam Feb 19, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great find, clean and comfortable and good value Merlin guesthouse was great, the staff were all very friendly and helpful, they checked each day if we wanted our room cleaned. The room was a good size, with a comfortable bed. Bathroom was a wet room, but kept very clean. Location was good, short walk to many bars/restaurants and the hop on hop off tourist bus had a stop just round the corner. ##### Sam Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveler Jan 26, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Buono ma non aspettatevi lusso Buono per il rapporto qualitá prezzo. Splendida vista camera deluxe. Buona anche la pulizia ma... in 3 gg non han cambiato gli asciumani e non ci han dato carta igenica pulita.. che in un 3 stelle é quello che ti aspetti. Il buffet buono ma orientato piú alla colazione asiatica (riso pollo zuppe, etc...) se prenotate qui affittate un mezzo se no siete bloccati in mezzo al nulla, solo un centro commerciame molto turistico in zona. Altra nota. La piscina la puliscono di giorno quando é aperta con gli ospiti.. non si capisce perché! ##### Verified traveler Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Gary Jul 27, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Convenient location This is an OK hotel - nothing outstanding about it and nothing really disappointing about it. The location is convenient and quiet. The staff friendly and helpful. The room is generally Comfortable and OK. There was no minibar but there was a cold water dispenser in the hallway. Bed was comfortable enough. Internet connection was OK. The hotel didn't appear to have any lifts, but the guest rooms seemed to all be situated on the first and second floors, so not too bad really. ##### Gary Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### tet Sep 29, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### 要塞近し コーンウォリス要塞、旧市庁舎やバス停も近くにあり観光に非常に便利。 客室は広くはないが清潔で、値段を考えると満足できました。 ##### tet Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Philip Mar 8, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Disappointed First impression was feeling a little disappointed. I'm not sure what the difference is between a hotel and a hostel, but this definitely felt like the latter. The reception is found on the first floor up narrow stairs by the side of the restaurant kitchen. The staff are really nice and very welcoming, and the room was fine - I'm a traveller, so I am perfectly comfortable in basic hotels (but after Thailand, I thought I would get more for the price). No, what gives this hotels poor rating was that I was awoken in the early hours by people (shouting or playing video games). The hotel responded well to my complaint after the first night, but when my sleep was disturbed the second night I gave up and moved to another hotel. I can tolerate a lot with accommodation, but can't stay in a place where I can't get a good night's sleep. ##### Philip Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveler Dec 10, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort The room quite big n clean...i like it ##### Verified traveler Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Wong Aug 28, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Merlin is Clean. Merlin Hotel has attached shower which is important to our convenience. The entrance is narrow and not so inviting but the room is clean and comfortable. Very satisfactory. ##### Wong Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveler Aug 15, 2015 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Bedbugs! Don't stay here! Worst Hotel ever! Bedbugs, dirty and smelly!! You can stay at the big hotel Bellavista at almost the same price! ##### Verified traveler Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Jordi Jul 26, 2015 Disliked: Room comfort #### Eenvoudige accomodatie op goede locatie Eenvoudig, schoon, zeer kleine badkamer. Locatie prima. Ontbijten kan lastig zijn omdat de meeste winkels rond 11 uur open gaan en ontbijt niet inbegrepen is. ##### Jordi Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Willem Jul 25, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nothing wrong Prima hotel: vriendelijk personeel en een private gratis parkeerplek ##### Willem Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Ghada Oct 29, 2024 ##### Ghada Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Sim Oct 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### location good for food and pier ##### Sim Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### William Sep 20, 2023 ##### William Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### HON CHING Jun 16, 2023 Disliked: Staff & service ##### HON CHING Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 Verified ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveler Apr 23, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveler Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Rolf Sep 23, 2018 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort ##### Rolf Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### YULIYA Feb 26, 2018 Liked: Staff & service ##### YULIYA Verified ### 8/10 Good #### LAI Dec 27, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### LAI Verified ### 8/10 Good #### DALILAH Dec 26, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### DALILAH Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Mathew Feb 4, 2016 ##### Mathew Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Madrussi Dec 9, 2015 ##### Madrussi ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - [Lodging](?equalTargetTab=tab-0) - [Flights](?equalTargetTab=tab-1) - [Packages](?equalTargetTab=tab-2) - [Cars](?equalTargetTab=tab-3) - [Vacation Rentals](?equalTargetTab=tab-4) - [Things to Do](?equalTargetTab=tab-5) - [Et Budget Guest House](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-ET-Budget-Guest-House.h8083894.Hotel-Information) - [Hotel Sentral Georgetown](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-Hotel-Sentral-Georgetown.h5095588.Hotel-Information) - [Veno Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-Veno-Hotel.h73104316.Hotel-Information) - [Georgetown Sea View Suite](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-Georgetown-Sea-View-Suite.h20450784.Hotel-Information) - [Oyo 998 Queen City Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-Lebuh-Queen-City-Hotel.h6975131.Hotel-Information) - [F Hotel Bayan Lepas](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-DPearl-Hotel.h23615742.Hotel-Information) - [Mclane Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-Mclane-Boutique-Hotel.h44334722.Hotel-Information) - [Bahari Twenty8 - Hostel](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-28Bahari.h34748984.Hotel-Information) - [Old Penang Heritage Inn](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-Old-Penang-Hotel.h32530130.Hotel-Information) - [Ryokan Muntri Boutique Hostel](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-Ryokan-Muntri-Boutique-Hostel.h11041071.Hotel-Information) - [Comfortable Stay](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-Comfortable-Stay.h44533403.Hotel-Information) - [Old Penang Hotel - Penang Times Square](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-Old-Penang-Hotel-Penang-Times-Square.h48933404.Hotel-Information) - [One Pacific Hotel & Serviced Apartments](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-One-Pacific-Hotel-Serviced-Apartments.h15633664.Hotel-Information) - [Hotel Equatorial Penang](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-Hotel-Equatorial-Penang.h523427.Hotel-Information) - [Cocoa Mews](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-Cocoa-Mews.h63250786.Hotel-Information) - [The Edison George Town](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-The-Edison-George-Town.h16494385.Hotel-Information) - [88 Armenian](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-88-Armenian.h33284020.Hotel-Information) - [Citadines Connect Bertam Georgetown Penang](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-Citadines-Connect-Bertam-Georgetown-Penang.h112118620.Hotel-Information) - [Apple Hotel Times Square](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-Apple-1-Hotel-Times-Square.h30530995.Hotel-Information) - [Berjaya Penang Hotel](https://www.expedia.com/George-Town-Hotels-Berjaya-Penang-Hotel-Formerly-Known-As-Georgetown-City-Hotel.h48659.Hotel-Information) - [Flights to Penang](https://www.expedia.com/Destinations-In-Penang.d2766.Flight-Destinations) - [Penang Vacations](https://www.expedia.com/Penang.d2766.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Car rentals near Penang](https://www.expedia.com/Destinations-In-Penang.d2766.Car-Rental-Destinations) - [Penang Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.com/Destinations-In-Penang.d2766.Vacation-Rental-Destinations) - [Things to do in Penang](https://www.expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Penang.d2766.Travel-Guide-Activities)