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The Prestige Hotel Penang
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (527)
"good stay overall"
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Prestige Hotel Penang
Royale Chulan Penang
Royal Suite

Royale Chulan Penang

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"This is a great hotel in the heart of old Georgetown near the waterfront. Great facilities, good value and most importantly very helpful and friendly staff. Highly recommended."
Royale Chulan Penang
Victoria Garden Hotel
Restaurant

Victoria Garden Hotel

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (160)
"Lovely hotel in a great location - very walkable area. "
Victoria Garden Hotel
Ren i Tang
Interior entrance

Ren i Tang

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (140)
"Incredibly unique property that used to be an old herb shop now tastefully refurbished into a boutique hotel. They kept all the old stuff from years past on display, and while it had modern amenities it still maintained that old charm. Highly recommend!"
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Ren i Tang
Mclane Boutique Hotel
Courtyard

Mclane Boutique Hotel

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (38)
"This hotel is in the best location for exploring the old city of George Town. Close to lots of restaurants and sites. The room was very comfortable and clean. The staff were friendly and helpful. "
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Mclane Boutique Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel
Hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, towels

Seven Terraces Hotel

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (255)
"Excellent location and staff and very luxurious hotel "
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Seven Terraces Hotel
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
View from property

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Very satisfied with this hotel, good location walking distance to anywhere in George Town, friendly staff.definitely recommended this hotel."
The price is €33
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
88 Armenian
Smart TV, iPad

88 Armenian

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2)
"Staff were very helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. Hotel was well Maintained and contemporary. Food was delicious "
88 Armenian
Hotel 19 Penang
Interior detail

Hotel 19 Penang

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (81)
"From management to room service all departments are excellent in their service. Special thanks to Jennie and Ken who made our stay memorable. Would definitely come back to stay the next visit to Penang."
The price is €34
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hotel 19 Penang
East Indies Mansion
Reception

East Indies Mansion

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (264)
"Really beautiful building that's been restored with plenty of character. The location is excellent. The staff and the manager, Aitee, made us- my wife and two young children- very welcome and was fantastic. Really recommend this hotel. "
The price is €116
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
East Indies Mansion
The Harbour
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

The Harbour

2.0 star property
The price is €20
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
The Harbour
Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive
Superior Double Room

Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3)
"Good location close to the ferry and walking distance to restaurants. "
Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive
Hotel Hong Ping
Exterior

Hotel Hong Ping

3.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (38)
"I liked the room, service and location. The bathroom though is annoyingly a wet room, so after showering tge whoke BR is a mess, and with only one faucet in the sink"
The price is €28
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hotel Hong Ping
Friendship Motel
Hallway

Friendship Motel

2.5 star property
6.4 out of 10, (86)
"Room neat n tidy. Clean..nearby ferry port. "
Friendship Motel
Hotel O GHC Near Penang Street Art Formerly Queen City Hotel
Lobby

Hotel O GHC Near Penang Street Art Formerly Queen City Hotel

2.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (19)
"Friendly staff greeted us and available 24 hours. Very nice people. The room and beds were comfortable but the bathroom had a lot of black mould that needs bleaching/removal. I also had to clean the toilet properly before using. Fantastic location for the street art trail, food, the jetty and public transport links. "
The price is €16
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Hotel O GHC Near Penang Street Art Formerly Queen City Hotel
BISHOP HOTEL
Deluxe Triple Room

BISHOP HOTEL

3.0 star property
The price is €24
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
BISHOP HOTEL
Red Inn Court - Hostel
Dining

Red Inn Court - Hostel

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (79)
"Had own air conditioned room with bathroom. Great location"
The price is €16
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Red Inn Court - Hostel
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
Garden

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (42)
"Great value for the cost "
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
Merlin Hotel
Terrace/patio

Merlin Hotel

2.5 star property
6.4 out of 10, (25)
"My room wasn’t cleaned for 2days."
Merlin Hotel
Argus Residence
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Argus Residence

3.5 star property
The price is €146
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Argus Residence
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Where to stay in Historic George Town

Find the best Historic George Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Georgetown featuring a coastal town, a high-rise building and general coastal views
Downtown George Town map

Downtown George Town

10 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to 1st Avenue Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Tropical Spice Garden featuring a garden and signage
Batu Ferringhi map

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.

Bayan Lepas map

Bayan Lepas

If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Tanjung Bungah map

Tanjung Bungah

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

Tanjung Tokong map

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 Historic George Town Hotel Reviews

The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

10/10 Excellent
"good stay overall"
Genri 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
The Prestige Hotel Penang

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Historic George Town?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in George Town's Historic George Town neighbourhood. Are you looking for Historic George Town travel tips? Make sure that you visit Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Historic George Town?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Seven Terraces Hotel is the highest ranked property in Historic George Town. This hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Other favourite options in the area include The Prestige Hotel Penang and Ren i Tang.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Historic George Town area?

Expedia has 66 hotels and other accommodation options in Historic George Town to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater George Town area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Historic George Town, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Historic George Town.

What are the top things to see and do in Historic George Town?

Pinang Peranakan Mansion, Fort Cornwallis and Penang City Hall are notable landmarks to see while you're in Historic George Town. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal and Penang State Museum are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Historic George Town include Queen Street, Kuan Yin Teng and Sri Mariamman Temple. When you're sightseeing in George Town, Goddess of Mercy Temple and Han Jiang Ancestral Temple are also worth a stop.