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Chinese New Year Dragon Decoration in Chinatown
Chinese new year lanterns in china town.
Chinese new year lanterns in china town area.
Historic Georgetown is a UNESCO World Heritage City. Throughout the historic area are these metal sculptures giving information in a whimsical way. We probably found only a handful of them while we explored the historic district. Take a walk and keep your eye out for these fun, unique signs. We think they are much better than the typical tourist information sign!
Love Lane in a different light: http://wp.me/p7CVI8-15K Love Lane served early settlers in Penang island in many ways. According to locals this road was finally dubbed as Love Lane when wealthy Chinese businessmen in the posh Muntri Street nearby started keeping their mistresses in houses on Love Lane.
Loop On Leith Hotel Penang

Loop On Leith Hotel Penang

3 out of 5
29 Leith Street George Town Penang
$34 nightly
The price is $39 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$39 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (101 reviews)
Breakfast was good but limited selection. Very little fruit. Plenty of shops nearby.

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

Loop On Leith Hotel Penang
Seven Terraces Hotel

Seven Terraces Hotel

4 out of 5
Stewart Lane, Georgetown George Town Penang
$161 nightly
The price is $177 total per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
$177 total
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (277 reviews)
Lack of room storage / hanging space / hanging hooks by sink - shower - bed firm - room was dis try and robes hadn’t been cleaned, hot water took along time to arrive 15-20 mins on day one- drains in bathroom were smelly- no decaffeinated coffee available- front seat prior to arrival was slow to ...

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

Seven Terraces Hotel
Yeng Keng Hotel

Yeng Keng Hotel

3.5 out of 5
362 & 366, Chulia Street George Town Penang
$109 nightly
The price is $122 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$122 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (519 reviews)
Everyone who works in that hotel, from the reception to the kitchen and housekeeping is super nice! The rooms were very comfy and clean. The hotel is easy walking distance from the main sights in George Town and they are helpful getting you reliable taxis to go anywhere outside of town. The property ...

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Yeng Keng Hotel
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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 ...
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! (38 reviews)
Always a wonderful stay with lyf whenever we visit Penang! Rooms are clean, staffs are attentive & helpful and location is great for my family heading to eateries, pubs, shopping. GM of Lyf Nixen even became a close friend after so many past trips staying at Lyf.

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

lyf Georgetown Penang
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang

Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang

5 out of 5
55 Persiaran Gurney George Town Penang
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are ...
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
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Popular places to visit

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Gurney Drive

4/5(62 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
KOMTAR showing a high rise building

KOMTAR

3.5/5(64 reviews)

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

KOMTAR
Penang Hill

Penang Hill

4.5/5(106 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(70 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
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Queensbay Mall

4/5(31 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
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(54 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

$31
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
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

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

$6
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Penang: Fascinating 5-Hour Private Local Tour

Penang: Fascinating 5-Hour Private Local Tour

$140
per traveler
Penang: Fascinating 5-Hour Private Local Tour
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George Town featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture

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