Bayan Baru Travel Guide

George Town

Popular places to visit

Gurney Drive

Gurney Drive

During your trip to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Gurney Drive
KOMTAR which includes a skyscraper

KOMTAR

Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.

KOMTAR
Penang Hill

Penang Hill

Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.

Penang Hill
Queensbay Mall

Queensbay Mall

During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Queensbay Mall
Ferringgi Beach

Ferringgi Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Ferringgi Beach
Kek Lok Si Temple featuring heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

Kek Lok Si Temple

Marvel at the 10,000 Buddhas carved into the giant pagoda or shop for souvenirs in the bustling market at Penang’s largest Buddhist temple.

Kek Lok Si Temple

Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

£2
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
The Top Penang Admission Ticket

Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

£7
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
ESCAPE

Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket

£43
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
Georgetown Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Penang Island Tour

Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour

£27
per adult
Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour
Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

£11
per adult
Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
Armenian Street

Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)

£99
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
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Top hotels in Bayan Baru

Amari SPICE Penang

Amari SPICE Penang

4 out of 5
2 Persiaran Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas, George Town, Penang
The price is £67 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
£67
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (241 reviews)
"It’s a great place to rest for a couple of days before the next flight. The food was good, staff was friendly and helpful, and there’s a great little spa (very good massages). The pool looked nice but the water was quite cloudy when I swam, so that was a little worrying. It meant that the pool wasn’t ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Amari SPICE Penang
PARKROYAL Penang Resort

PARKROYAL Penang Resort

4.5 out of 5
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £103 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
£103
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Location is good. Food and markets close by. Beachfront."

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2025

PARKROYAL Penang Resort
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is £69 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
£69
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Nice and well maintained hotel. Good location for local food and shopping."

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

4.5 out of 5
53 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
The price is £47 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
£47
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"very neat. Breakfast has lots of choices"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

5 out of 5
Jalan Batu Feringgi, George Town, Penang
The price is £133 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£133
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Restful stay at Rasa Sayang
"Hotel is rather dated but kept clean.Staff is always helpful but not well-trained.Location is next to beach but beach is almost gone.A very comfortable room."

Reviewed on 8 Sep 2025

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
The Granite Luxury Hotel

The Granite Luxury Hotel

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine, George Town
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £57 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
£57
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (194 reviews)
"Its very convenient to explore George Town. The swimming pool had a very nice view."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

The Granite Luxury Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Bayan Baru

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Pagar Buluh

While Pagar Buluh may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall.

Pagar Buluh
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Kampung Sungai Nibong

4/5(1 area review)

Kampung Sungai Nibong is well liked for its shopping. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena.

Kampung Sungai Nibong
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Sungai Dua

When in Sungai Dua, you can plan a visit to Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sungai Dua
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Relau

While Relau may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall.

Relau
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Bayan Lepas

4/5(9 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
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Gelugor

Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.

Gelugor

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