Penang Island

Travel Guide
Penang which includes a cascade, forests and rainforest
Penang featuring a small town or village and street scenes
Penang showing tropical scenes and street scenes
Georgetown showing central business district, a high rise building and boating
Penang National Park showing a park

Where to stay in Penang Island

Georgetown showing central business district, a high rise building and boating

Downtown George Town

4.5/5(279 area reviews)

Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.

Downtown George Town
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Bayan Lepas

3.5/5(26 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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Bayan Baru

While Bayan Baru isn't home to many top sights, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bayan Baru
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Gelugor

4/5(6 area reviews)

Visitors to Gelugor like its cafes and monuments, and Penang Bridge West End is a sight worth a stop.

Gelugor
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Kampung Sungai Nibong

3/5(2 area reviews)

Kampung Sungai Nibong is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena while you're in town.

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Pulau Tikus

Though Pulau Tikus might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Drive.

Pulau Tikus
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is ¥9,674 per night from Jan 21 to Jan 22
¥9,674
¥11,866 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2025
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! (1,001 reviews)
"It's every central and walkable to most of the tourist attraction."

Reviewed on Dec 9, 2024

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Cititel Penang
Cititel Penang
4 out of 5
66 Jalan Penang, George Town
The price is ¥6,143 per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
¥6,143
¥7,865 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (647 reviews)
"Everywhere is clean. Once u enter lobby the smell is so fresh."

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2024

Cititel Penang
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
5 out of 5
Jalan Batu Feringgi, George Town, Penang
The price is ¥19,600 per night from Jan 16 to Jan 17
¥19,600
¥23,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 16 - Jan 17, 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Nothing much to comment"

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2024

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, 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 aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (155 reviews)
"I like the cleanliness and helpful staff."

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2024

The Granite Luxury Hotel
The Landmark by Katana
The Landmark by Katana
3.5 out of 5
The Landmark by Katana, A-7-1, 100A, Jalan Tanjung Tokong, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly apartment in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Gurney Plaza and Gurney ...
7.6/10 Good! (110 reviews)
"Walkable"

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2024

The Landmark by Katana
Family Suite Sunrise Gurney Penang
Family Suite Sunrise Gurney Penang
3 out of 5
68 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Pulau Pinang
Stay at this 3-star apartment in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (66 reviews)
"Excellent sea view and easy access to the park, eateries and shopping within walking distance. Comfortable stay with good and complete amenities in the unit including washing machine."

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2024

Family Suite Sunrise 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.

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