Balik Pulau Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Penang National Park is incredibly beautiful and a great place to take a hike. The reward is finding yourself on a fairly secluded beach where you can unwind and take a dip. Malaysia does a pretty good job with their national parks - keeping them mostly undeveloped and so forth. We hiked from the park entrance to Turtle beach and ended up catching a boat back rather than hiking back. By taking the boat, we were able to enjoy seeing the remote coastal areas of the park where trails do not go. Tip: wear real shoes and not flip-flops. It is a hike after all. (not that we would have made that mistake, right?)
🇬🇧 The golden paddy fields during harvest season are incredibly beautiful! 💛

🇷🇴 Campuriile aurii de orez în timpul sezonului de recoltare sunt incredibil de frumoase! 💛
Swinging into Wednesday like...🌿
Homemade Traditional food called ketupat palas, a staple during Hari Raya in Penang #culture
I’m telling you, this place serve awesome breakfast. Indian, chinese, malay breakfast. Just. Awesome.
The Granite Luxury Hotel

The Granite Luxury Hotel

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine George Town
The price is £56 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
£56
25 Mar - 26 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
The Granite Luxury Hotel
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road George Town Penang
The price is £76 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
£76
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
NIL

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Eastern And Oriental Hotel

5 out of 5
10 Lebuh Farquhar George Town Penang
The price is £167 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
£167
24 Apr - 25 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Our stay was truly unforgettable, encompassing every aspect of the experience.

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Eastern And Oriental Hotel
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 business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
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 Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)
It’s a good but not great property. Clean with a nice lobby and access to lots of restaurants and shops. I would stay here again, but it’s not my first choice in George Town. My favorite thing about the hotel is that it was washing machines and dryers!

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

lyf Georgetown Penang
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang

Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang

5 out of 5
55 Persiaran Gurney George Town Penang
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are located ...
Marriott Executive Apartments, 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.

Popular places to visit

Things to do

Cities near Balik Pulau

Explore a world of travel with Expedia