You'll have no end of sightseeing choices when staying in Downtown George Town. Gurney Drive is a good place to kick off here, but there are many other interesting attractions to visit. Kek Lok Si Temple, Penang Hill, and Pinang Peranakan Mansion are not far from the waterside pathway and will top off your day nicely.
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Areca Hotel Penang
Downtown George Town
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Price was $348, price is now $174 per person
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (389 reviews)
Stayed two nights with family. Walkable distance to food and shopping. The Indian breakfast stand at the corner of the street was very affordable and good. Hotel provided some snacks in the afternoon.
Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025


Hompton by the Beach Penang
Tanjung Bungah
Price was $452, price is now $208 per person
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Nov 4 - Nov 8
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Singapore (SIN) to Penang (PEN)
8.8/10 Excellent! (292 reviews)
There was a bus down the road from our hotel meaning that we could we could take the bus down to Georgetown. Nice swimming pool, beach front with scenic seating area, food court in front of hotel with other local restaurants in the vicinity, bus stops close by if you want to try the local service.
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025
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Wat Chaiya Mangkalaram
Find out about the history of George Town when you spend time at Wat Chaiya Mangkalaram. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist Temple
Colorful murals and resplendent chedis await at Penang’s oldest Buddhist temple.

Dhammikarama Burmese Temple
You can find out about the history of George Town when you stop by Dhammikarama Burmese Temple. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Gurney Paragon
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Paragon during your stay in George Town. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Wat Chayamangkalaram
Learn about the local history of George Town when you spend time at Wat Chayamangkalaram. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Pulau Tikus Market
During your visit to George Town, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Pulau Tikus Market. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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Ascott Gurney Penang
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
53 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang

Penang Marriott Hotel
55 Persiaran Gurney, George Town

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
33, New Lane, (off Macalister Road), Georgetown, George Town, Penang

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
55, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, George Town, Penang

G Hotel Gurney
168A, Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang

G Hotel Kelawai
2 Persiaran Maktab, George Town, Penang

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang

Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
55 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
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