Downtown George Town
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Popular places to visit
Gurney Drive
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.
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Antiques, artifacts and furnishings give a glimpse into the lives of the elite Chinese families of 19th-century Penang.
Penang City Hall
One of Penang’s finest examples of Victorian architecture makes for a pleasant backdrop to the Georgetown Esplanade.
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
You can learn about the history of Little India with a stop at Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Kapitan Keling Mosque
The praying devotees, sleek Muslim architecture and calls to prayer add yet another element to Penang’s diverse cultural mosaic.
Things to do
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
$31
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
$13
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
$6
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
$40
per traveler
Good Morning Penang Food Tour with 15+ Tastings
$49
per adult
Downtown George Town Hotel Deals
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Magazine Road George Town Penang
$81 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$90 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Room was clean, and well equiped.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang
25-A Farquhar Street George Town Penang
$46 nightly
The price is $53 total per night from Jan 13 to Jan 14
$53 total
Jan 13 - Jan 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Super
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
33, New Lane, (off Macalister Road) George Town Penang
$90 nightly
The price is $99 total per night from Jan 10 to Jan 11
$99 total
Jan 10 - Jan 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
We stayed for three nights and appreciated the services throughout our stay. The hotel is surrounded by food vendors of different varieties and price ranges. Great open view from the room (on the 15th floor). Easily to get Grab for transportation. Walking distance to attractions in George Town.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
Penang Marriott Hotel
55 Persiaran Gurney George Town
$156 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
$172 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (110 reviews)
I booked and requested two rooms on the same floor. However, there was no response to my messages sent via Hotels.com or to my emails to the loyalty manager. Upon check-in, the counter staff were initially unaware of my request, but they were helpful and managed to arrange both rooms on the same ...
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Areca Hotel Penang
No. 5, Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe George Town
$65 nightly
The price is $74 total per night from Feb 4 to Feb 5
$74 total
Feb 4 - Feb 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (411 reviews)
We loved our stay at Areca, we had a room on the ground floor and it was sheer luxury, spacious, beautiful tiles on the floor, high ceiling, lovely period furniture, fans and air conditioner and a shower that was truly magnificent. We loved the afternoon teas and all the delights that were served. ...
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
55, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah George Town Penang
$172 nightly
The price is $189 total per night from Jan 8 to Jan 9
$189 total
Jan 8 - Jan 9
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. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and KOMTAR are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
Staff were exceptional and the room is beautifully furnished
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown George Town
Clan Jetty
Clan Jetty is well-liked for its historic sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Little India area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
Historic George Town
If you're spending some time in Historic George Town, Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal are top sights worth seeing.
Pulau Tikus
Though Pulau Tikus might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Paragon.
Tanjung Pinang
If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Gelugor
4/5(6 area reviews)
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at The Light City or Penang Youth and Sports Complex.
Downtown George Town
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