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Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with 4 restaurants and health club

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Outdoor pool
Café
Gym
Outdoor spa tub
Lobby
Located in Downtown George Town, Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL Partner Hotel offers a haven of relaxation with its outdoor pool and children's pool. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating massage at the onsite spa or indulge in a meal at one of the 4 on-site restaurants.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Parking included

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Room options

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premier Seaview room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • 36 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Suite | Living area

Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 72 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior City View Room (Twin Bed)

Superior City View Room (Twin Bed)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior City View Room (King Bed)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Sea View Room (King Bed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Sea View Room (Twin Bed)

Deluxe Sea View Room (Twin Bed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Minibar
Free bottled water
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Downtown George Town, a neighbourhood in George Town, Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL is in a shopping district and near the beach. KOMTAR and Penang Hill are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza. Chew Thean Yang Aquarium and Kidland Penang are also worth visiting.
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53 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang, 10250

What's nearby

  • Gurney Drive - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gurney Plaza - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Penang Times Square - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • KOMTAR - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 35 min drive
  • Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Song River Coffee Shop (松花江茶室) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Penang Flying Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪M Club - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ooridoori Gurneywalk - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪G Planet KTV - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

Luxury hotel near Gurney Drive
Located close to Gurney Plaza, Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL provides a poolside bar, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 4 on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a health club.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge), concierge services and a gift shop
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 368 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: MYR 50 for adults and MYR 25 for children
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 18 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
A 50% extra surcharge will take effect for airport transfers between 11 PM and 7 AM.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 94.40 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 3.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately MYR 50.00 for adults and from MYR 25.00 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: MYR 75 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 94.40 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Evergreen Laurel
Evergreen Laurel Hotel
Evergreen Laurel Hotel Penang
Evergreen Laurel Penang
Evergreen Penang
Laurel Evergreen
Laurel Evergreen Penang
Penang Evergreen
Penang Evergreen Laurel
Evergreen Laurel Georgetown
Evergreen Laurel Hotel Penang/George Town
Hotel Evergreen Laurel
Evergreen Laurel Penang Hotel
Evergreen Laurel Penang Hotel George Town
Evergreen Laurel Penang George Town
Evergreen Laurel Penang
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL Partner Hotel Hotel
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL Partner Hotel George Town
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL Partner Hotel Hotel George Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of MYR 75 per vehicle applies.

Where is Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL located?

Located in Downtown George Town, this luxury hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza. Chew Thean Yang Aquarium and Wat Chaiya Mangkalaram are also within 10 minutes.

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Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 412 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 431 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Woon Leng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would love to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bee Bee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views, clean room and very friendly and helpful staff. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Fake 5 star hotel, its fake
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were outstanding here - friendly and helpful. The pool was great, the room too, and the breakfast brilliant.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

FOON

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, walkable, helpful staff
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

KUM SENG

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Have good breakfast selections but the room are quite run down.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bway wah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

george

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay. Staff helpful and friendly. Went for early walks in the park across the street. Would return next time in Penang. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bahram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spectacular

Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yongtao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and quiet. Nice cafe with lots of options.
Stayed 20 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sau Ngan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and comfortable place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were generally happy with the hotel. It was a comfortable stay and the staff enthusiastically helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mahendra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very polite and helpful. The breakfast was good with a lot of choice. Rooms were clean and good size. Close to many places. The housekeeping staff was very helpful and friendly. In particular, Amin from housekeeping was very helpful and good. He made our stay very pleasant. We would like to thank Amin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivena Nathania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
recommended, big room, clean, walking distance to the bay area, food courts, near Gurney Bay Plaza (by grab)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gurney Bay Hotel

I always stayed at this Hotel when it was Evergreen Hotel. The staff are always so friendly, I get to see the GM at least once every day. Very friendly and approachable
Stayed 20 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Problem after problem, all talk no action
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An excellently run hotel which continues to maintain its high service levels.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

FOOK KHIANG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
V good stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

KIM SUAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is well maintained. Surrounding is peaceful & is walking distance to Gurney Walk Mall where the popular Yin’s bakery is located. I enjoyed my stay here, service staff are all very polite & helpful .
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pitiful Gurney Drive

Old hotel but was well maintained and managed. Staff were very attentive and pleasant. Was given an upgrade to beach facing. Unfortunately, the scenic Gurney beach we used to know is no longer and reclaimed for new developments; what a pity.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Byung yi sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

OONG PING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good tourist location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Padmaja Tharoor Gangadharan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view from our room was absolutely beautiful. Room was clean and overall the hotel had a charm about it.Loved the Christmas decorations outside the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024