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Chinatown Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Chinatown, George Town

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Our top choices for Chinatown historic hotels

Front of property – evening/night
Staircase
Interior detail
2-Bedroom Townhouse No.7

1. Yeng Keng Hotel

Yeng Keng Hotel
Downtown George Town
United States
CHUEN CHUEN
€92
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Yeng Keng Hotel
Property entrance
Restaurant
In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds

2. 23 LoveLane Penang

23 LoveLane Penang
Downtown George Town
United States
Sheila
€120
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
23 LoveLane Penang
Lobby sitting area
Reception hall
Bar (on property)
Interior detail

3. Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Downtown George Town
United States
Maitai
€30
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Premier Suite | Balcony
Hallway
Interior
View from room

4. Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Downtown George Town
Australia
Xiong
€263
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Front of property – evening/night
Hallway
Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed
Hallway

5. Apple Heritage Hotel

Apple Heritage Hotel
Downtown George Town
Singapore
Alexandra
€30
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Apple Heritage Hotel
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Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

Muntri Grove

Muntri Grove

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel. Central to excellent eatery. Lovely hosts. Great pool"
Gordon 2-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Muntri Grove
Le Dream Boutique Hotel

Le Dream Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very good location to night street food, morning food market. Each staff people were helpful - day to early odd morning hours. Clean room and bathroom. Everything was working."
Jeong 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Le Dream Boutique Hotel
Ascott Gurney Penang

Ascott Gurney Penang

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect location, 7 minutes from downtown via Grab. Excellent views."
Mark 3-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Ascott Gurney Penang
Yeng Keng Hotel

Yeng Keng Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"This is a lovely heritage-style hotel in the middle of Chulia St. While it's close to all the action, it's also an oasis of calm inside. The pool is small but nice to have (and rare for a heritage hotel). We spent three nights here and on arrival were told that the original room we were booked had been overbooked, but comms via Expedia hadn't come through in advance, so we were downgraded to a Courtyard room, which turned out to be slightly bigger and more comfortable than expected from other reviews. As compensation we were offered the final night in the suite, which was absolutely lovely - I could easily have spent a week in there! Staff were incredibly nice, thoughtful, helpful and kind. Breakfast was so-so - while the buffet was not the most appealing, there were also omelettes made to order, and you're not short of every kind of food option around the neighbourhood anyway."
Jannah 3-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Yeng Keng Hotel
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay in Penang! Breakfast outstanding…"
Azhar 3-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Seven Terraces Hotel

Seven Terraces Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"The staff are very helpful and make you feel welcome from the moment you arrive, especially front desk. Pool area is a very nice place to chill out after a day of exploring. They even serve a lovely afternoon tea snack by the pool. The room was lovely, with so much room to move and great central spot for walking everywhere in George Town."
Joanne 4-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Seven Terraces Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect on my historical trip to Chinatown?
Tourists love the fascinating historical sites they discover on a trip to Chinatown. You'll likely want to savour the top-notch restaurants and charming coffee shops during your visit.
What's the best accommodation in Chinatown to learn about local history?
Based on our travel expertise, Yeng Keng Hotel is a top historic hotel bookable on Expedia and it features free Wi-Fi. Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site is a short walk away. Other choices close to historic sites include 23 LoveLane Penang and 1881 Chong Tian Hotel.
How many historical hotels are there in Chinatown?
In Chinatown, you'll find 56 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia, including 3 hotels designated as historic or close to historic sites.
What are the most important historical sites and other places in Chinatown?
Landmarks like Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site and Kapitan Keling Mosque in Chinatown might be worth a visit. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Queen Street and Loo Pun Hong.
What is a historic hotel like in Chinatown?
Historic hotels give guests an opportunity to stay in a place officially recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world come in all forms like castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any place of special interest. These types of hotels in Chinatown often preserve original characteristics such as period features or traditional architecture in their public spaces or guestrooms.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels tend to be what's most significant. For heritage hotels, it's mainly the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Chinatown have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you've come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the popular amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Chinatown, don't worry that you'll find a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.