The Best Hotels Closest to The Light City in George Town for 2026

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A modern indoor pool area with a clear pool, lounge chairs, and potted plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A wall with large numbers '20' made of a textured material, possibly moss, and a water dispenser to the left.

1. Shō Hotel Penang Waterfront Convention Centre

1.2 km from The Light City

James Earl Weathers

₩91,069

₩102,278 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern interior with wooden shelving units, a hanging robe, and a framed picture on the shelves.

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'uhotel' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

A hotel room with two beds, a walk-in closet, a TV, and artwork on the wall.

2. U Hotel Penang

Gelugor, 3 km from The Light City

Alexander

₩64,906

₩74,010 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern chair by a large window overlooking a cityscape.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed with two plush toys, and a chair by the window.

A modern dining area with a glass table set for four, a hanging pendant light, and a blue sofa in the background.

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and cutlery, a bottle of wine, and a vase with flowers.

3. Penang Straits Garden Georgetown

2.7 km from The Light City

Nam Yon

₩71,788

₩81,443 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and a door with a view of the Eiffel Tower.

A showroom for Lee Luxury Home Enterprise with a display of room layouts including double, triple, and quadruple rooms.

A marble staircase in a hotel lobby with framed artwork on the walls.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.

4. Lee Luxury Home USM Penang

Gelugor, 2.9 km from The Light City

Abdul Latheef

₩39,047

₩42,827 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a ceiling fan, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a large window with a city view, and a painting of a beach scene.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a city view.

5. Urban Suites

2.1 km from The Light City

Chin Meng

₩73,358

₩77,270 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a view of the outside.

An elevator, a mirror, and a console table in a hallway.

A lobby with a wooden bench, a potted plant, a tiled floor, and a reception desk.

A hotel entrance with a wooden door, a sign above reading "DEWAN TUN TEJA", and a "LEVEL 3" sign on the wall.

6. AG Hotel Penang

Gelugor, 1.4 km from The Light City

Tayseer

₩49,734

₩62,598 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A corridor with tiled flooring, wooden chairs, and potted plants.

A narrow alleyway with buildings on either side, potted plants, and a 'Welcome' sign at the entrance.

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a desk with a mirror, and a coffee maker.

A restaurant entrance with a signboard, potted plants, and a wooden bench.

7. Anggerik Lodging Hotel

Gelugor, 0.9 km from The Light City

Anonymous traveler

₩46,004

₩58,196 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A modern dining area with a table set for four, white chairs, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a wardrobe, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern building with a rooftop pool, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

An outdoor playground with a climbing structure and a slide, surrounded by a landscaped area with trees and shrubs.

8. Urban Suite Penang

2 km from The Light City

Narendra Nandkishore

₩65,668

₩74,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a large window with a city view.

A water dispenser and a sofa with a red pillow in a room with large windows.

9. Urban Suites by Stellar ALV

2.1 km from The Light City

₩58,685

₩63,391 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A modern multi-story hotel with a central swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and a covered walkway.

A modern living room with a glass dining table, grey sofa, and a black bookshelf.

A multi-story residential building with balconies, air conditioning units, and visible windows.

A minimalist room with a wooden bed, a round rug, a wooden bench, a table with pink candles, and several potted plants.

10. Eastern Court 22 by Sanguine

3.1 km from The Light City

julaihi

₩18,148

₩23,512 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

A multi-story building with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a green awning.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the street.

A reception area with a flat-screen TV, framed artwork on the wall, and a reception desk.

11. Sunstone Hotel Penang

2.4 km from The Light City

₩39,124

₩46,166 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

A room with a large window offering a cityscape view, a striped chair, and a modern sofa.

A bedroom with a bed, a hanging light fixture, and a mirror on the wall.

A covered outdoor area with stone pillars and white planters, overlooking a cityscape with high-rise buildings.

A playground with slides and climbing structures, surrounded by greenery and a tall residential building in the background.

12. Urban Suites Jelutong 3BR Apartment with Infinity Pool · Near George Town · 18min to Airport

2 km from The Light City

₩143,294

₩181,862 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A modern building with a unique curved design, surrounded by lush green trees.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small wooden table, and a large window with a view of a balcony and buildings.

A modern building with a curved swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and a view of a cityscape.

A balcony with a curved glass railing, a wooden floor, and a table with chairs.

13. ArteS Suite Penang

Gelugor, 3 km from The Light City

₩69,463

₩78,932 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table, and a large window offering a city view.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, and a view of a cityscape at night.

A modern living room with a sofa and two armchairs, large windows with a city view, and a decorative wooden panel.

A modern room with a large window, a framed abstract artwork, and a bouquet of flowers on a gray sofa.

14. URBAN SUITES SEA VIEW GEORGETOWN PENANG

2 km from The Light City

₩147,895

₩163,639 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A living room with a television, a sofa, a red bean bag, a cactus, and a patterned floor.

A long dining table with a patterned runner, clear chairs, and a vase with flowers.

A multi-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a gated entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a lamp, an air conditioning unit, and a curtain.

15. SD Homestay 81 Play Together, Fun Forever

Gelugor, 2.3 km from The Light City

₩114,391

₩153,402 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by greenery and modern buildings.

A balcony with a view of a body of water and a bridge.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and two bedside lamps.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a small round table, a television, and a ceiling fan.

16. QuayWest

Gelugor, 3.1 km from The Light City

₩99,738

₩111,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

17. SK Budget Hotel

3.1 km from The Light City

₩20,032

₩24,320 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a television, and a ceiling fan.

A spacious living room with a large woven sofa, a glass coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A modern building with a covered patio area, large windows, and a brick facade.

A dining area with a glass-top table, wooden chairs, a refrigerator, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a sink.

18. Palm Residence

Gelugor, 2.5 km from The Light City

₩420,256

₩695,439 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A modern outdoor seating area with a wooden deck, grey cushioned chairs, and potted plants.

An infinity pool with a view of a cityscape and a bridge.

A modern high-rise hotel with multiple floors, a prominent "Icon Regency" sign, and a view of the surrounding cityscape.

A modern building with large glass windows and a reception area.

19. Iconic Regency Service Residences - Managed by Iconic Hotel

Kampung Sungai Nibong, 4.1 km from The Light City

Daniel

₩81,067

₩91,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern pool area with a large pool, seating, and a view of a cityscape and mountains.

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign for the Marjorie Hotel.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and modern furnishings.

A spacious lobby with a modern staircase, seating areas, and a bar.

20. Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Gelugor, 4.2 km from The Light City

Charles

₩146,391

₩162,340 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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Compare popular hotels close to The Light City

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Shō Hotel Penang Waterfront Convention Centre	8.6 Excellent 20 reviews	View
U Hotel Penang	8.2 Very good 306 reviews	View
Penang Straits Garden Georgetown	9.0 Wonderful 14 reviews	View
Lee Luxury Home USM Penang	10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews	View
Urban Suites	7.0 Good 7 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near The Light City

Shō Hotel Penang Waterfront Convention Centre

George Town

₩91,069

₩102,278 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Bayan Lepas

₩146,391

₩162,340 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by greenery and a building with a sign.

A modern lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a unique ceiling light fixture.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a check-in counter, and a large potted plant.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'EASTIN HOTEL' sign, featuring a large glass facade and a well-lit entrance.

Eastin Hotel Penang

Bayan Lepas

₩116,407

₩129,958 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

Iconic Regency Service Residences - Managed by Iconic Hotel

Bayan Lepas

₩81,067

₩91,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

U Hotel Penang

Gelugor

₩64,906

₩74,010 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A spacious living area with modern furniture, a large window, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A modern living room with a curved staircase, leather sofas, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and blue umbrellas, surrounded by potted plants and a clear view of the mountains.

A tall hotel building with a sign indicating it is the Penang Bukit Jamisul Marriott.

AC Hotel by Marriott Penang

Bayan Lepas

₩83,143

₩102,346 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A spacious lobby with large windows, wicker furniture, and a bar area.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape.

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, a reception desk, and seating areas with colorful ottomans.

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

Downtown George Town

₩104,609

₩127,689 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central tree.

A gym with exercise equipment, a television, and large windows.

A modern restaurant with green upholstered chairs, wooden tables, and a checkered wall pattern.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a green sofa, a desk with two lamps, and a city view through large windows.

Fifth Avenue Hotel

Downtown George Town

₩145,804

₩161,380 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

Top The Light City Hotel Reviews

The Prestige Hotel Penang

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay, amazing hotel, great service."

Shō Hotel Penang Waterfront Convention Centre

10/10 Excellent

"It was a very nice hotel clean and space . Stuffs are nice"

Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was clean throighoit the whole hotel. Premium quality finish on Premier room. Pool/bar area was a nice place to chill with a good city view. Gym was good, could just do with with a few more weight machines in my opinion. All staff very friendly 😃"

Urban Suite Penang

10/10 Excellent

"Family friendly apartments and great facilities."

International House

8/10 Good

"yes"

Urban Suites

8/10 Good

"easy access to pool and they had vending machines selling various things. i was happy there was one machine selling feminine products which i needed it at a very last minute. place is quiet and peaceful. room needs more mirror so when getting ready easy for us to look at ourself. long mirrors or big mirror in the room itself will be helpful "

Penang Straits Garden Georgetown

10/10 Excellent

"nice "

Other attractions near The Light City

THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang during your trip to Mukim 13 Paya Terubong. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

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Lotus's E-Gate

You can enjoy retail therapy at Lotus's E-Gate during your stay in George Town. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Penang Bridge West End

8.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Mukim 13 Paya Terubong with a stop at Penang Bridge West End. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Penang Youth and Sports Complex

Catch an event at Penang Youth and Sports Complex during your trip to Kampung Batu Uban. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

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Holy Spirit Cathedral

Holy Spirit Cathedral is just one of the places to see in George Town, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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P Ramlee Gallery

You can browse the exhibits at P Ramlee Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to George Town. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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Penang State Mosque

After visiting Penang State Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in George Town. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Light City?

The Light City is located in Mukim 13 Paya Terubong. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 11 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to The Light City?

Shō Hotel Penang Waterfront Convention Centre is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from The Light City. Other good choices close by include Anggerik Lodging Hotel and International House.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to The Light City?

Expedia has 11 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from The Light City.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Light City, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near The Light City.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near The Light City?

To find more details about updating your stay near The Light City or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near The Light City?

You'll want to browse the collections at Hin Bus Depot Art Centre, Penang State Museum, and Pinaon Time Tunnel. Kapitan Keling Mosque, Kek Lok Si Temple, and Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around The Light City. You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Penang Hill and Penang Botanical Gardens.

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Our top choices for The Light City hotels

1. Shō Hotel Penang Waterfront Convention Centre

2. U Hotel Penang

3. Penang Straits Garden Georgetown

4. Lee Luxury Home USM Penang

5. Urban Suites

6. AG Hotel Penang

7. Anggerik Lodging Hotel

8. Urban Suite Penang

9. Urban Suites by Stellar ALV

10. Eastern Court 22 by Sanguine

11. Sunstone Hotel Penang

12. Urban Suites Jelutong 3BR Apartment with Infinity Pool · Near George Town · 18min to Airport

13. ArteS Suite Penang

14. URBAN SUITES SEA VIEW GEORGETOWN PENANG

15. SD Homestay 81 Play Together, Fun Forever

16. QuayWest

17. SK Budget Hotel

18. Palm Residence

19. Iconic Regency Service Residences - Managed by Iconic Hotel

20. Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to The Light City

Hotels recommended for families near The Light City

Shō Hotel Penang Waterfront Convention Centre

Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Eastin Hotel Penang

Iconic Regency Service Residences - Managed by Iconic Hotel

U Hotel Penang

AC Hotel by Marriott Penang

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

Fifth Avenue Hotel

Top The Light City Hotel Reviews

The Prestige Hotel Penang

Shō Hotel Penang Waterfront Convention Centre

Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Urban Suite Penang

International House

Urban Suites

Penang Straits Garden Georgetown

Other attractions near The Light City

THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang

Lotus's E-Gate

Penang Bridge West End

Penang Youth and Sports Complex

Holy Spirit Cathedral

P Ramlee Gallery

Penang State Mosque

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