UNESCO-listed George Town is a colorful jumble of architectural gems, acclaimed street art, and narrow lanes bursting with great hotels. From one neighborhood to the next, modern cafés and lively bars stand alongside boutique shops, shrines, and temples, all within an easy drive from Penang's beautiful beaches. The food scene here is among the best in Malaysia, with everything from tasty laksas to international menus and takeaway options. Getting around is easy via walkable districts and a public bus system with extensive coverage. Find out where to stay and book a hotel for a great vacation in this fascinating destination.
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Top places to stay near the beach
Seven Terraces Hotel is a resort that comes with 2 outdoor pools and free WiFi and is well-liked by beach travelers for its helpful staff. It's located just steps from Miami Beach. Jawi Peranakan Mansion is a hotel that comes with 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants and is well-liked by beach travelers for its helpful staff. It's located a 5-minute walk from Ferringgi Beach, so you'll be well situated for your beach vacation. Rasa Motel is a resort that comes with 2 outdoor pools and free WiFi and is well-liked by beach travelers for its helpful staff. It's located a 3-minute walk from Ferringgi Beach, so you'll be well situated for your beach vacation.
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Top places to stay in George Town with breakfast
The Boutique Residence Hotel Penang is a hotel with free WiFi and air conditioning. Boulder Valley is a hotel with free WiFi and free parking. It's located a short 3-minute walk from ESCAPE Adventureplay.
Hotel Pen Mutiara is a hotel with free WiFi and free parking.
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Top romantic accommodations in George Town
Lone Pine, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Resort is a hotel featuring bathrobes and an alfresco restaurant. Hotel Penaga is a hotel featuring private spa tubs and wedding services. It's just a short 4-minute walk from Pasar Chowrasta. Muntri Grove is a hotel featuring bathrobes and free WiFi.
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Top rated places to stay in George Town for families
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La is a hotel featuring a children's pool and a restaurant that guests like for its proximity to shopping and clean rooms. You'll be just a short distance from Kidland Penang, located close by. Penang Marriott Hotel is a hotel featuring a children's pool and a kids' club. You'll be just a short distance from Chew Thean Yang Aquarium, located close by. DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Penang is a resort featuring 2 outdoor pools and a free kids' club that guests like for its helpful staff. You'll be just a short distance from PKSA Penang Water Sports Centre, located close by.
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Top rated places to stay for luxury travelers
Penang Marriott Hotel is luxury a hotel featuring 2 restaurants and valet parking. M Social Resort Penang is luxury a hotel featuring a car service and a terrace. It's located a short 7-minute walk from Tanjung Bungah Market. Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL is luxury a hotel featuring 4 restaurants and a health club that guests like for its helpful staff.
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Top places to stay with pools in George Town
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang is a resort featuring 2 outdoor pools and a golf course, and guests like its helpful staff. It's located a short 3-minute walk from Ferringgi Beach. Angsana Teluk Bahang, Penang is a hotel featuring 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa, and guests like its helpful staff. Bayview Beach Resort is a hotel featuring 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa, and guests like its helpful staff.
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Top places to stay for budget travelers in George Town
Vstay Guesthouse is a hotel featuring free WiFi. It's located a short 14-minute walk from Kek Lok Si Temple.
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Best places to stay near the airport
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La is a hotel featuring an airport shuttle and free WiFi. It gets positive reviews for its proximity to shopping and helpful staff. For easy airport access, it's located only 9.5 mi / 15.3 km from Penang Intl. Airport (PEN). Courtyard by Marriott Penang is a hotel featuring an airport shuttle and free WiFi that guests like for its helpful staff. The property is located 9.5 mi / 15.4 km from Penang Intl. Airport (PEN). Penang Marriott Hotel is a hotel featuring an airport shuttle and 2 restaurants.
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