George Town

Travel Guide

George Town featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture
George Town featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture
George Town which includes landscape views and a city
George Town which includes heritage elements
George Town which includes heritage elements

Where to stay in George Town

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 Prangin Mall.

Downtown George Town
Tropical Spice Garden featuring a garden and signage

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.

Batu Ferringhi
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.

Tanjung Tokong
#SoloTraveler
#LifeAtExpedia
#Tanjetty
#Penang

Historic George Town

If you're spending some time in Historic George Town, Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal are top sights worth seeing.

Historic George Town
Floating Mosque of Tanjung Bungah, Penang island, Malaysia

Tanjung Bungah

4/5(26 area reviews)

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.

Tanjung Bungah
Kampung Binjai, Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia; Shutterstock ID 71020951; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom brand budge

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
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

4 out of 5
Jalan Batu Feringgi George Town Penang
The price is ₩157,452 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
₩157,452
₩190,609 total
Mar 11 - Mar 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Pool is g

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Shangri-La Golden Sands, 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 ₩129,663 per night from Mar 11 to Mar 12
₩129,663
₩157,818 total
Mar 11 - Mar 12
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! (1,000 reviews)
Modern high-rise hotel at the south edge of Old Town. Right next door to several shopping malls and to Noordin Street. Very convenient to Thaipussam celebrations many of which take place right in front of the building. Armenian Street is about 15 minute walk. Beautiful views of Georgetown from club-level ...

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Lone Pine, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Resort

Lone Pine, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Resort

4 out of 5
97, Batu Ferringhi George Town Penang
The price is ₩163,005 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
₩163,005
₩180,861 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Penang Hill and Gurney Plaza are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Lovely room it was spotless

Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026

Lone Pine, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Resort
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
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (236 reviews)
I was surprised how quiet it was inside the suite bearing in mind its location. Plenty of room, lovely bed and excellent rainforest showef.The views to the South are good and the pool on 14 is amazing. Thetes also a roof terrace on 25 open in the evenings. Alas it was storming the two nights so never ...

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

The Granite Luxury Hotel
lyf Georgetown Penang

lyf Georgetown Penang

4 out of 5
No. 2A Jalan Penang, Seksyen 14 George Town Penang
Stay at this aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
The rooms are clean and the staff are very helpful

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

lyf Georgetown Penang
22 Macalisterz George Town By Mana-Mana

22 Macalisterz George Town By Mana-Mana

4 out of 5
22 Jln Macalister George Town Pulau Pinang
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive ...
4.8/10 (3 reviews)
Staff, hotel smells of mold and sewer and let it rides. We had to force the staffs to go up to the room to admit the smell to proof that we did not make up to get refund. We had to suffer for four days with the smell. They said can not do anything about it

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

22 Macalisterz George Town By Mana-Mana
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.

Popular places to visit

Reviews of George Town

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
102
5 - Excellent 40%
4 - Good
125
4 - Good 49%
3 - Okay
26
3 - Okay 10%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I would like to stay in the same hotel if the price is around the same .

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Busy- road congested but it’s an island n to be expected.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great food for minimal cost Hawker stalls a must

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

modern and traditional, great highway system, friendly, beautiful scenery.

4/5 - Good

Shirley

Aside from walking, we took Grab as our primary transportation. There is always food to eat at any hour of the day. Locals are friendly and some Grab drivers would give you suggestions on where to go or not worth going.

5/5 - Excellent

Travel-Fan

Beautiful, small city with lots of atmosphere.

Cities near George Town