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Our top choices for Historic George Town hotels

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Carnarvon Heritage Lodge

Carnarvon Heritage Lodge
2.5 star property
Historic George Town
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1 review)
"Decent and clean room. Having a great service/ support provided. It is located in a convenient location walking distance access to the great restaurants and also tourist places. "
Malaysia
Jin Kwang
The price is ₩59,505
₩68,784 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Carnarvon Heritage Lodge
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang
5.0 star property
Historic George Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (594 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay"
United States
Christopher Gene
The price is ₩185,541
₩205,280 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
The Prestige Hotel Penang
Exterior

Victoria Garden Hotel

Victoria Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (212 reviews)
"Good location, great breakfast, nice staff"
United States
Mauricio
The price is ₩95,207
₩108,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Victoria Garden Hotel
Penang Room (Second Floor) | Individually decorated, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Ren i Tang

Ren i Tang
3.5 star property
Historic George Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (143 reviews)
"Great location, lots of street noise during the day, but not a problem at all after 10pm. Friendly staff, and a good mix of options in the breakfast"
United States
Matthew
The price is ₩124,514
₩138,994 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Ren i Tang
Exterior

88 Armenian

88 Armenian
4.0 star property
Historic George Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
United States
John Joseph
88 Armenian
Front of property

Mclane Boutique Hotel

Mclane Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Historic George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (42 reviews)
"very kind reception, clean room, and good location to visit landmarks. "
United States
Sang Min
Mclane Boutique Hotel
Terrace/patio

East Indies Mansion

East Indies Mansion
3.0 star property
Historic George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (267 reviews)
"Excellent and comfortable hotel. The historical character is intact but also includes modern day updates "
United States
Theodore
The price is ₩173,218
₩191,625 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
East Indies Mansion
TV

Argus Residence

Argus Residence
3.5 star property
Historic George Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"What a wonderful place! It’s clean, comfortable and very spacious, with beautiful architecture which reflects the best of the George Town heritage area. One of the very best homes I have stayed in on holiday, ever!"
United Kingdom
Rob
The price is ₩186,422
₩205,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 14 - Mar 15
Argus Residence
Lobby lounge

You Le Yuen

You Le Yuen
3.0 star property
Historic George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (28 reviews)
"Oli and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was nice. Wi-Fi, though, was spotty. The room facing the street could be noisy at times with late night revelers from pubs at the other end of the street."
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is ₩102,503
₩125,503 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
You Le Yuen
Outdoor dining

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Historic George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"The staff treated me as a family member. I loved my stay at Cocoa Mews. "
Canada
Robert
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
Interior detail

Friendship Motel

Friendship Motel
2.5 star property
Historic George Town
6.4 out of 10, (88 reviews)
"Room neat n tidy. Clean..nearby ferry port. "
Malaysia
Zulkifli
Friendship Motel
Royal Suite | Living room | LCD TV

Royale Chulan Penang

Royale Chulan Penang
4.0 star property
Historic George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff, room was comfortable but possibly a little cold. Breakfast was excellent"
Canada
Paul
The price is ₩289,698
₩335,152 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 21 - Mar 22
Royale Chulan Penang
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Merlin Hotel

Merlin Hotel
2.5 star property
Historic George Town
6.4 out of 10, (25 reviews)
"My room wasn’t cleaned for 2days."
Japan
SHINYA
Merlin Hotel
Interior

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Historic George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (43 reviews)
"Great value for the cost "
United States
Maricarmen
The price is ₩34,525
₩41,806 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 14 - Mar 15
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
Grand Hollywood King | View from room

Hotel 19 Penang

Hotel 19 Penang
3.0 star property
Historic George Town
7.8 out of 10, Good, (86 reviews)
"Great location just across from the ferry terminal. Basic hotel very clean and very nice staff. "
New Zealand
Delise
The price is ₩51,265
₩59,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 25 - Mar 26
Hotel 19 Penang
Reception

Hotel Hong Ping

Hotel Hong Ping
3.0 star property
Historic George Town
7.0 out of 10, Good, (45 reviews)
"Did the job. Good location "
Australia
Ravineet
The price is ₩43,837
₩51,863 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Hotel Hong Ping
Exterior

BISHOP HOTEL

BISHOP HOTEL
3.0 star property
Historic George Town
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Please address as I paid 10 MYR tourism tax but Expedia states I should have paid 2."
United States
Shawn
The price is ₩61,168
₩70,611 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 14 - Mar 15
BISHOP HOTEL
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive

Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive
2.0 star property
Historic George Town
6.6 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Good location close to the ferry and walking distance to restaurants. "
Australia
Steven
The price is ₩59,286
₩68,548 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive
Standard Triple Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Quee Hotel

Quee Hotel
2.0 star property
Historic George Town
6.0 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"Area is accessible to historic sites, shops and local eating joints. Wasn't aware that the sound of morning prayers from the nearby mosque was that loud."
Taiwan
Yu Chin
The price is ₩25,611
₩32,179 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Quee Hotel
Reception

Hotel O GHC Near Penang Street Art Formerly Queen City Hotel

Hotel O GHC Near Penang Street Art Formerly Queen City Hotel
2.0 star property
Historic George Town
6.4 out of 10, (19 reviews)
"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. "
United Kingdom
J
The price is ₩17,159
₩25,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Hotel O GHC Near Penang Street Art Formerly Queen City Hotel
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Where to stay in Historic George Town

Find the best Historic George Town areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Kapitan Keling Mosque.
Photo by Michael Perry
Open Photo by Michael Perry

Downtown George Town

Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like The Top at Komatar and KOMTAR.

Beautiful sunset here in Batu Ferringhi, Penang.
Photo by Adriana Arif
Open Photo by Adriana Arif

Batu Ferringhi

Batu Ferringhi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.

View of fishing village in Tanjung Tokong, Penang, Malaysia

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 neighborhood.

Floating Mosque of Tanjung Bungah, Penang island, Malaysia

Tanjung Bungah

Tanjung Bungah is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of George Town.

If you happen to travel to Penang Island, Malaysia, try this Nasi 7 Benua. Literally translated to English would be 7 Continents Rice. The 7 continents are actually representing the 7 types of rice served on a plate. These 7 types of rice are Nasi putih, nasi tomato, nasi lamuni, nasi lemak pandan, nasi hujan panas, nasi kacang and nasi minyak. For the dishes to be eaten with the rice, feel free to choose from the many selections of chicken, beef, seafood and veggies. This is really good, you should try if you happen to be in Penang!
Photo by Sue A.
Open Photo by Sue A.

Bayan Lepas

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

Top Historic George Town Hotel Reviews

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

8/10 Good
"The reception staff n porter personnels are all very friendly n helpful in resolving customers problems whether is small or big. Hotel location is very convenient to attractions, eateries, Chinatown, bus interchange n the free CAT bus services that serve the Georgetown city. "
Chuey Lai 5-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Historic George Town?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Little India's Historic George Town neighborhood. Are you looking for Historic George Town travel tips? Be sure to check out Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite 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 favorite options in the area include Savv Hotel and The Prestige Hotel Penang.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Historic George Town area?
Expedia has 74 hotels and other accommodations in Historic George Town to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Little India area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Historic George Town, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in Historic George Town.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Historic George Town?
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What are the top things to see and do in Historic George Town?
Pinang Peranakan Mansion, Fort Cornwallis, and Kapitan Keling Mosque are notable landmarks to see while you're in Historic George Town. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal and Armenian Street are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Historic George Town include Wonderfood Museum, Queen Street, and Kuan Yin Teng. When you're sightseeing in Little India, House of Yeap Chor Ee and Made In Penang Interactive Museum are also worth a stop.