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Our top choices for Historic George Town hotels

A rooftop terrace with a view of a city skyline at sunset, a pool, and outdoor seating areas.

1. The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang
5.0 star property
Historic George Town
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (658 reviews)
"Great location and very clean. However, there was some construction next to the hotel, and occasionally there was an unpleasant sewage smell."
Australia
Jeannie
The price is ₩170,350
₩188,302 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Prestige Hotel Penang
A bedroom with a bed, a bench, two wooden doors with windows, and a framed picture on the wall.

2. 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 ₩109,750
₩122,521 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Ren i Tang
A corridor with wooden doors, a tiled floor, and a hanging light fixture.

3. Mclane Boutique Hotel

Mclane Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Historic George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (55 reviews)
"Excellent location 👏 Staff were so helpful"
Japan
Juma
The price is ₩36,407
₩40,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Mclane Boutique Hotel
A modern building with the sign "Victoria Garden Hotel" above the entrance.

4. Victoria Garden Hotel

Victoria Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
Historic George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (231 reviews)
"Great location and easy access to the old town. Staff very helpful and arranged our trishaw’s for us. Brilliant day out learning the history"
Australia
Ian
The price is ₩80,187
₩91,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Victoria Garden Hotel
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

5. Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
2.0 star property
Historic George Town
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, staff is friendly"
United States
Sandy
The price is ₩36,291
₩43,237 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.

6. Royale Chulan Penang

Royale Chulan Penang
4.0 star property
Historic George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location. Lots of things in walking distance. It’s an above average hotel with an upscale hotel price."
United States
HIU FAI
The price is ₩94,453
₩103,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Royale Chulan Penang
A pathway covered with large stones, surrounded by lush greenery and potted plants.

7. East Indies Mansion

East Indies Mansion
3.0 star property
Historic George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (268 reviews)
"Excellent and comfortable hotel. The historical character is intact but also includes modern day updates "
United States
Theodore
The price is ₩155,489
₩171,919 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
East Indies Mansion
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the city through the window.

8. Hotel 19 Penang

Hotel 19 Penang
3.0 star property
Historic George Town
7.8 out of 10, Good, (90 reviews)
"Room is clean. Bed, pillows and bedsheets are high quality. Great location as well."
United States
Leni Grace
The price is ₩44,651
₩52,214 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hotel 19 Penang
A living room with a sofa, a wicker chair, a dining table with chairs, and a coffee table with a vase of flowers.

9. 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 ₩218,944
₩240,450 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Argus Residence
A dining area with a patterned table, chairs, a clock, and a microwave.

10. Room at Lebuh Armenian Georgetown Penang

Room at Lebuh Armenian Georgetown Penang
2.0 star property
Historic George Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"Very good facility to stay long-term."
United States
mitsuhiro
The price is ₩14,439
₩19,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Room at Lebuh Armenian Georgetown Penang
A corridor with wooden railings, red doors, and a tiled floor leading to a central area with large plants.

11. Seven Terraces Hotel

Seven Terraces Hotel
4.0 star property
Historic George Town
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (289 reviews)
"Hotel is great, rooms are very spacious and clean."
United Kingdom
Qiuyu
The price is ₩220,422
₩242,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Seven Terraces Hotel
A long, narrow hallway with dark doors on either side and a white tiled floor.

12. 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 ₩19,189
₩25,674 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hotel O GHC Near Penang Street Art Formerly Queen City Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, and decorative wall art.

13. 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 ₩29,531
₩35,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
BISHOP HOTEL
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a wall-mounted display, and a glass door leading to a brightly lit interior.

14. 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 ₩31,748
₩34,969 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hotel Hong Ping
A narrow alleyway with multiple hanging pendant lights, a wooden shuttered window, and a visible sign for 'KELIART'.

15. The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Historic George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (47 reviews)
"Excellent location, walkable to many places, very neat and clean rooms, helpful staff. Mr. Yaseen is super nice. Neighboring to a laundromat and a 24/7 Transmart. I have no objections. However they have wooden floors, if you are a light sleeper then that might be an issue for you"
United States
Muhammad Zarwan
The price is ₩26,163
₩32,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

16. Very Hotel

Very Hotel
3.0 star property
Historic George Town
6.8 out of 10, (31 reviews)
"the hotel is scammer"
Malaysia
shahezwan
The price is ₩83,200
₩102,167 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Very Hotel
A white colonial-style building with multiple windows and doors, featuring a traditional architectural design.

17. 88 Armenian

88 Armenian
4.0 star property
Historic George Town
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
United States
John Joseph
The price is ₩290,070
₩346,607 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
88 Armenian
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a round mirror, and a wooden door.

18. 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
The price is ₩23,487
₩31,706 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Merlin Hotel
A balcony with a table set for dining, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a mountain in the distance.

19. A Cozy Club Penang

A Cozy Club Penang
1.0 star property
Historic George Town
The price is ₩22,255
₩28,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
A Cozy Club Penang

20. Ros Heritage Motel

Ros Heritage Motel
2.5 star property
Historic George Town
6.6 out of 10, (19 reviews)
"No towels. Staff not always available. Bathrooms could be upgraded. "
Canada
Jeffrey
The price is ₩17,932
₩21,860 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Ros Heritage Motel
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Compare popular hotels in Historic George Town

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A rooftop terrace with a view of a city skyline at sunset, a pool, and outdoor seating areas.
The Prestige Hotel Penang
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
658 reviews
View
A corridor with wooden doors, a tiled floor, and a hanging light fixture.
Mclane Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
55 reviews
View
A modern building with the sign "Victoria Garden Hotel" above the entrance.
Victoria Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
231 reviews
View
A white colonial-style building with multiple windows and doors, featuring a traditional architectural design.
88 Armenian
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
7 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large window offering a city view, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a seating area with a sofa and armchairs.
Royale Chulan Penang
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View

Where to stay in Historic George Town

Find the best Historic George Town areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional temple with ornate architecture, a red roof, and golden decorations.

Downtown George Town

Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site.

A traditional Chinese temple complex with pagodas, ornate architecture, and lush greenery.

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.

A mosque with a tall minaret and domes, situated by a body of water.

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.

A rocky shoreline with scattered rocks in the water and a distant island.

Bayan Lepas

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

A coastal scene with multiple tall residential buildings, numerous traditional boats, and large rocks along the shore.

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.

Top Historic George Town Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast is variety of choice, all food is within the quality range. Room is clean"
LYE HOON 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

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 our traveler data, The Prestige Hotel Penang is one of the top choices for your stay in Historic George Town. This hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the area include Armenian Street Heritage Hotel and Victoria Garden Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Historic George Town area?
Expedia has 75 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.