Penang Island

Travel Guide

Penang featuring forest scenes, rainforest and a cascade
Penang featuring a small town or village and street scenes
Penang showing tropical scenes and street scenes
Georgetown featuring a coastal town, a high-rise building and general coastal views
Penang National Park which includes a garden

Where to stay in Penang Island

Georgetown featuring a coastal town, a high-rise building and general coastal views

Downtown George Town

4.5/5(155 area reviews)

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

Downtown George Town
Tropical Spice Garden featuring a garden and signage

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.

Batu Ferringhi
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Bayan Lepas

4/5(9 area reviews)

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

Bayan Lepas
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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.

Tanjung Tokong
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Tanjung Pinang

If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.

Tanjung Pinang
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Bayan Baru

Bayan Baru might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Snake Temple are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bayan Baru
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

3.5 out of 5
33, New Lane, (off Macalister Road), Georgetown, George Town, Penang
The price is €95 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
€95
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Good location
"Good location. Lots of hawker stalls nearby."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is €79 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
€79
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Comfortable bed, spacious room"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Ascott Gurney Penang

Ascott Gurney Penang

4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is €113 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
€113
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (213 reviews)
"Great room with a view, good upkeep and decor, generous sized rooms, easy parking, great location. Convenient gym and pool. Easy access to small mall with good coffee shops and mini mart."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Granite Luxury Hotel

The Granite Luxury Hotel

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine, George Town
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (189 reviews)
"Good location, convenient"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

The Granite Luxury Hotel
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang

Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang

5 out of 5
55 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are ...
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
Century Bay Private Residences

Century Bay Private Residences

4 out of 5
5, Lintang Pantai Jerjak, Sungai Nibong, Georgetown, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Queensbay Mall and ...
6.6/10 (214 reviews)
"Very good residential building. nothing around the properly except a small grocery shop. Great view and great amenities."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2024

Century Bay Private Residences
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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