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 countryside Balik Pulau Half Day Tour

Penang countryside Balik Pulau Half Day Tour

$57
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Penang countryside Balik Pulau Half Day Tour
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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
$112 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$125 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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! (670 reviews)
"A well thought out hotel with guest amenities curated to perfection!"

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2026

The Prestige Hotel Penang
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

2 out of 5
139, Lebuh Carnarvon George Town Penang
$26 nightly
The price is $31 total per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
$31 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Female desk clerk are not friendly at all. Breakfast buffet is very good. Shower room is dirty. Lot of mildew and so as the bathroom door."

Reviewed on Oct 24, 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 $60 total per night from Oct 29 to Oct 30
$60 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
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.
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 $29 total per night from Oct 28 to Oct 29
$29 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
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! (59 reviews)
"Great place to stay with very friendly staff and a wonderful breakfast!"

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2026

Mclane Boutique Hotel
Royale Chulan Penang

Royale Chulan Penang

4 out of 5
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld George Town Penang
$71 nightly
The price is $77 total per night from Oct 30 to Oct 31
$77 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
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! (1,001 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
Seven Terraces Hotel

Seven Terraces Hotel

4 out of 5
Stewart Lane, Georgetown George Town Penang
$156 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
$172 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
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
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Where to stay in Historic George Town

Find the best Historic George Town areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about 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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