Downtown George Town Travel Guide

George Town

A coastal cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, traditional buildings, and a marina with several boats.
A building with ornate balconies and large windows.
A variety of skewered foods displayed on shelves with price tags.
A temple with ornate architecture, including a dragon statue and a seated figure.
A traditional temple with ornate architecture, a red roof, and golden decorations.

Stay near popular Downtown George Town attractions

A city skyline with tall buildings along a waterfront at dusk.

Gurney Drive

8.0/10 (1,315 reviews)
During your trip to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

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

Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

£10
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town

£5
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Cycling along the beautiful river

Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour

£24
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

£11
per adult
Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
The Habitat Penang Hill Admission Ticket

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

£10
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
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Top hotels in Downtown George Town

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road George Town Penang
The price is £75 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
£75
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Helpful staff"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
OZO George Town Penang

OZO George Town Penang

3.5 out of 5
166 Jalan Argyll George Town
The price is £47 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
£47
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (311 reviews)
"Good value . Good food options all walking distance"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026

OZO George Town Penang
The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja George Town
The price is £96 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£96
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (655 reviews)
"Well maintained. My 3rd time staying in Prestige hotel since opening. Clean and perfect size room for couple with complete amenities. Friendly and helpful front desk staff. Good breakfast with Malaysian flavours. Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

The Prestige Hotel Penang
The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine George Town
The price is £55 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£55
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (289 reviews)
"Considering the cost of the room, there should be more available like a restaurant with at least breakfast service."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026

The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
55, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah George Town Penang
The price is £140 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£140
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and KOMTAR are located ...
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

4 out of 5
14, Leith Street, George Town George Town Penang
The price is £114 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
£114
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (531 reviews)
"Very helpful staff, especially Aaron and Jalal!"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion
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Where to stay in Downtown George Town

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

Batu Ferringhi

Travellers to Batu Ferringhi praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.

A historic clock tower with a dome and a sign reading "Bangunan Dewan Melayu Pulau Pinang."
Photo by Karen Fil Reyna
Open Photo by Karen Fil Reyna

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.

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

Tanjung Bungah

A noteworthy feature of Tanjung Bungah is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach.

A plate of food with various dishes including a roasted meat, rice balls, and vegetables.
Photo by Sue A.
Open Photo by Sue A.

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 neighbourhood.

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