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George Town Hotel Guide. Hotels in Downtown George Town, George Town, Malaysia

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Our top choices for Downtown George Town hotels

A bedroom with a bed, a window with a view of greenery, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

1. Muntri Grove

Muntri Grove
3.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (267 reviews)
"Great hotel. Central to excellent eatery. Lovely hosts. Great pool"
Australia
Gordon
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Muntri Grove
A rooftop terrace with a view of a city skyline at sunset, a pool, and outdoor seating areas.

2. The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang
5.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (661 reviews)
"This was a beautiful hotel and the bedroom was spotless - as were all the communal areas. The Glasshouse was a lovely place to eat and drink and the staff could not have been more welcoming and friendly. There are roadworks around the property right now but this is not really an issue once you’re inside so don’t let this put you off."
United Kingdom
Nicola
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Prestige Hotel Penang
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a round gold table, and potted plants.

3. Campbell House

Campbell House
3.5 star property
Downtown George Town
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (410 reviews)
"The charm and character of the hotel put it in a class of its own. The staff on the front desk were super helpful. Long after I have forgotten the modern glass slab that we are currently staying in, I will look back with real pleasure on our stay in George Town."
Australia
Charles
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Campbell House
A spacious lobby with large windows, wicker furniture, and a bar area.

4. JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
4.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"The place is nice and staffs are helpful. Love it. Recommended place to stay"
Singapore
seet hao
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
A rooftop dining area with a variety of dishes, a table with chairs, and a view of a tall building in the background.

5. Le Dream Boutique Hotel

Le Dream Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown George Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"I like the central location..very convinient. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Third time there."
Singapore
SOUZA PAUL FRANCIS
The price is €36
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Le Dream Boutique Hotel
A spacious dining area with a long wooden table, benches, and a staircase leading to another level.

6. Muntri Mews

Muntri Mews
3.5 star property
Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (229 reviews)
"A beautiful heritage terrace house in a fantastic location in George Town, within walking distance of many attractions. We stayed comfortably for two nights, with three guests each enjoying their own king bed and sharing two well-appointed bathrooms. The furniture, décor, and amenities were all thoughtfully chosen. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a vintage stay full of old-world charm"
Australia
Yvonne
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Muntri Mews
An indoor swimming pool with a skylight, large windows, and a tiled floor.

7. Cititel Penang

Cititel Penang
4.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (860 reviews)
"The best hotel to stay in order to have great time in Penang Island"
Malaysia
Parthiban
The price is €53
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Cititel Penang
A modern outdoor lounge area with a pool, overlooking a cityscape.

8. The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang
3.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (294 reviews)
"Highly recommend to stay"
Hong Kong SAR China
FUNG LAM
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang
A hallway with a tiled floor, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

9. Areca Hotel Penang

Areca Hotel Penang
3.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (487 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, awesome location🙏😊❤️"
Singapore
Caroline
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Areca Hotel Penang
A traditional building with a large entrance, a balcony, and a pond with lily pads in front.

10. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion
4.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (533 reviews)
"The mansion and staff were fantastic - thank you!"
Canada
Kevin
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a city view.

11. Frame Hotel

Frame Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (178 reviews)
"Friendly Staff Room - clean and spacious"
United Kingdom
M
The price is €37
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Frame Hotel
A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a facade with the year 1926.

12. 1926 Heritage Hotel Penang By The Unlimited Collection

1926 Heritage Hotel Penang By The Unlimited Collection
4.5 star property
Downtown George Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"We had a great stay. All of the staff were lovely and the room was clean and inviting. The buffet breakfast was quaint and had enough options to keep you content. The team were very helpful and always had a smile."
Australia
Felicity
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
1926 Heritage Hotel Penang By The Unlimited Collection
A corridor with wooden railings, red doors, and a tiled floor leading to a central area with large plants.

13. Seven Terraces Hotel

Seven Terraces Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (289 reviews)
"Hotel is great, rooms are very spacious and clean."
United Kingdom
Qiuyu
The price is €151
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Seven Terraces Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of buildings.

14. Veno Hotel

Veno Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (42 reviews)
"Great room, excellent location for walking. "
United Kingdom
Nova
The price is €31
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Veno Hotel
A rooftop infinity pool with a city view, surrounded by modern buildings and a body of water.

15. OZO George Town Penang

OZO George Town Penang
3.5 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (314 reviews)
"Very comfortable and clean, lovely rooftop pool. A great choice for the price, location and amenities."
United Kingdom
Jannah
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
OZO George Town Penang
A modern building with the sign "Victoria Garden Hotel" above the entrance.

16. Victoria Garden Hotel

Victoria Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (234 reviews)
"Great location and easy access to the old town. Staff very helpful and arranged our trishaw’s for us. Brilliant day out learning the history"
Australia
Ian
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Victoria Garden Hotel
A modern high-rise hotel with a distinctive curved top and multiple floors.

17. St.Giles Wembley Penang

St.Giles Wembley Penang
4.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean rooms, nice rooftop bar, loads for breakfast and friendly staff."
Canada
Simon de
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
St.Giles Wembley Penang
A child playing with toys in a sandbox.

18. The Wow Boutique

The Wow Boutique
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is €22
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
The Wow Boutique
A modern hotel room with a city view, a dining area, and a cozy seating space.

19. Capri by Fraser Penang

Capri by Fraser Penang
4.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"Brand new hotel, great room. Wonderful gym and yoga room. Breakfast is decent though not a big spread. Staff v friendly helpful Good central location"
Singapore
Edna
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Capri by Fraser Penang
A pool with arched openings and a tiled floor.

20. Jawi Peranakan Mansion

Jawi Peranakan Mansion
3.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (262 reviews)
"Undoubtedly one of best experiences, if not the highlight of my first visit to Penang and Malaysia in general. Beautiful, elegantly restored property with accommodating staff. Felt extremely safe and at home as a solo woman traveler. "
Canada
J.
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Jawi Peranakan Mansion
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown George Town

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A traditional building with multiple balconies and a courtyard.
Cheong Fatt Tze - The Qing Suites
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
17 reviews
View
An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a round gold table, and potted plants.
Campbell House
3.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
410 reviews
View
A modern apartment with a balcony, a living room with a sofa and coffee table, and a kitchen area.
Codrington House - Boutique Apartments
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
31 reviews
View
A white colonial-style building with multiple windows and doors, featuring a traditional architectural design.
88 Armenian
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
7 reviews
View
A corridor with wooden railings, red doors, and a tiled floor leading to a central area with large plants.
Seven Terraces Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
289 reviews
View

Where to stay in Downtown George Town

Find the best Downtown George Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional Chinese temple complex with pagodas, ornate architecture, and lush greenery.

Batu Ferringhi

Travellers to Batu Ferringhi praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.

A historic clock tower with a dome and a sign reading "Bangunan Dewan Melayu Pulau Pinang."
Photo by Karen Fil Reyna
Open Photo by Karen Fil Reyna

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.

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

Tanjung Bungah

A noteworthy feature of Tanjung Bungah is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach.

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.

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 neighbourhood.

Top Downtown George Town Hotel Reviews

The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

10/10 Excellent
"This was a beautiful hotel and the bedroom was spotless - as were all the communal areas. The Glasshouse was a lovely place to eat and drink and the staff could not have been more welcoming and friendly. There are roadworks around the property right now but this is not really an issue once you’re inside so don’t let this put you off."
Nicola 2-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
The Prestige Hotel Penang

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown George Town?
Downtown George Town is an historic neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown George Town travel tips? Make sure that you visit KOMTAR and Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Downtown George Town?
Based on our traveller data, JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown George Town. This hotel is steps from KOMTAR, and offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include The Prestige Hotel Penang and OZO George Town Penang.
How many hotels are there in Downtown George Town?
If you're searching for places to stay in George Town, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 442 Downtown George Town hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown George Town, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown George Town.
What is there to do around this George Town neighbourhood?
Attractions such as Hin Bus Depot Art Centre, Penang State Museum and Malaya Bicycle Museum highlight George Town's cultural scene. KOMTAR and Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown George Town include The Top at Komatar, Kidland Penang and Prangin Mall. When you're sightseeing in George Town, 1st Avenue Mall and Pasar Chowrasta are also worth a stop.

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