Historic George Town

George Town

A calm waterfront with boats, a pier, and distant cityscape.
A wooden pier extending into calm waters with a small building at the end.
A waterway with wooden structures, a boat, and buildings in the background.
A bridge with a covered walkway over water, leading to a building with a red roof.
A waterfront scene with a red building, calm water, and a city skyline in the background.

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An ornate interior with a staircase, traditional furniture, and decorative elements.

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

8.8/10 (272 reviews)
Antiques, artifacts and furnishings give a glimpse into the lives of the elite Chinese families of 19th-century Penang.
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Things to do

Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour

Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour

$32
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
The Habitat Penang Hill Admission Ticket

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

$13
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling

George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling

$33
per adult
George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling
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
90% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Tropical Spice Garden Experience

Malaysia: Penang Tropical Spice Garden Guided Tours Tickets

$7
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: Penang Tropical Spice Garden Guided Tours Tickets
Penang: 3 hours Heritage Highlights Tours & Trishaw Ride

Penang: 3-Hour Heritage Highlights Tour & Trishaw Ride

$101
per adult
Penang: 3-Hour Heritage Highlights Tour & Trishaw Ride
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Historic George Town Hotel Deals

The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja George Town
$118 nightly
The price is $131 total per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
$131 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (674 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay, facilities were very clean and nice! The staff were very helpful and polite, and I felt extremely welcomed at all times. There was a bit of construction outside but I didn’t hear it inside the building. I’d definitely come back and stay here again!"

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2026

The Prestige Hotel Penang
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

2 out of 5
139, Lebuh Carnarvon George Town Penang
$27 nightly
The price is $33 total per night from Nov 18 to Nov 19
$33 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"how about my booking on Cosy Club which was break down are you going to refund me"

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2026

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Victoria Garden Hotel

Victoria Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
280 Lebuh Victoria George Town Pulau Pinang
$53 nightly
The price is $61 total per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
$61 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (243 reviews)
"Overall a Nice stay Will come back again."

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2026

Victoria Garden Hotel
Mclane Boutique Hotel

Mclane Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
17 Lorong Pasar George Town Pulau Pinang
$26 nightly
The price is $32 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$32 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (61 reviews)
"Warm welcome and greeting by the front desk every time we passed by the counter. I just wish the hotel could allocate more parking for the guests, especially locals. Other than that, we had a great stay."

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2026

Mclane Boutique Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel

Seven Terraces Hotel

4 out of 5
Stewart Lane, Georgetown George Town Penang
$152 nightly
The price is $168 total per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
$168 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
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 ...
Seven Terraces Hotel
Royale Chulan Penang

Royale Chulan Penang

4 out of 5
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld George Town Penang
$82 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$92 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"An old building with some of its history displayed around the complex. The rooms are a good size with a comfortable bed, good shower, small bar fridge, and a filtered water tap. Fantastic breakfast buffet. Short walk from the ferry terminal and to main areas of old Georgetown."

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

Royale Chulan Penang
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Where to stay in Historic George Town

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A traditional temple with ornate architecture, a red roof, and golden decorations.

Downtown George Town

Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.

A traditional Chinese temple complex with pagodas, ornate architecture, and lush greenery.

Batu Ferringhi

Batu Ferringhi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.

A mosque with a tall minaret and domes, situated by a body of water.

Tanjung Bungah

Tanjung Bungah is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of George Town.

A coastal scene with multiple tall residential buildings, numerous traditional boats, and large rocks along the shore.

Tanjung Tokong

Tanjung Tokong is well-regarded for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views, and you might also want to make a stop by Ibox Museum of Glass Penang, a top sight in the neighborhood.

A rocky shoreline with scattered rocks in the water and a distant island.

Bayan Lepas

If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.

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