Pulau Betung
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.
KOMTAR
Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.
Gurney Plaza
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.
Queensbay Mall
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.
Penang Hill
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
Ferringgi Beach
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.
Things to do
George Town, Penang: Malay Countryside Cycling
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Pulau Betung Hotel Deals
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Gorgeous hotel and beautiful room for a very good price. Prob the best hotel on our Malaysian travels. Amazing rooftop swimming pool (with crazy see through bottom) and rooftop bar with stunning views. Downside was no breakfast available at hotel but they offered a free morning bus service into town ...
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Good breakfast, comfortable rooms. Mall is next door
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026
Ascott Gurney Penang
Spacious rooms, excellent location and functionality.. Nothing spectacular, but everything avaliable and walking distance for everything. Grab to everywhere is less than 10 minutes. Highly recommended if you want to be in Georgetown
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
Perfection at every level. Only one suggestion, the room door should be soundproof to complete the pferection.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
The Prestige Hotel Penang
The pool wasn’t open, otherwise it’s a beautiful hotel right in the centre of the old town.
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Great hotel. Rooms are spacious, well appointed, great pool and amazing breakfast. What was lacking was the ability of the front desk staff to provide good restaurant suggestions. There should be a list that the hotel provides with suggestions. I would definitely recommend the Eastern and Oriental ...
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Pulau Betung
Teluk Kumbar
Teluk Kumbar might not have many top sights, but Pantai Teluk Bayu and Penang International Sports Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Queensbay Mall and Pantai Teluk Bayu are top sights worth seeing.
Pagar Buluh
Though Pagar Buluh might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall.
Relau
Relau might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bayan Baru
While Bayan Baru isn't home to many top sights, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sungai Dua
While Sungai Dua isn't home to many top sights, Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.
