Downtown George Town Travel Guide

George Town

Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town
Entrance to Wat Chayamangkalaram, Buddhist Temple, George Town, Penang, Malaysia,
Exterior view of Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi clanhouse against blue sky in Penang, Malaysia

Stay near popular Downtown George Town attractions


Top hotels in Downtown George Town

The Granite Luxury Hotel

The Granite Luxury Hotel

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine George Town
The price is £58 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
£58
28 Jun - 29 Jun
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! (271 reviews)
"The staff helping with cehck-in was very friendly and helpful. We booked the suite room and it was special and well equipped. The sofa bed was however abit stained, but they provided additional.bedding set for used as bed."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026

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 £83 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
£83
22 Jun - 23 Jun
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Helpful especially Faiza"

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
NIO Hotel

NIO Hotel

2 out of 5
100 Burmah Road George Town Penang
The price is £21 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
£21
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located ...
NIO Hotel
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 £46 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£46
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"An excellent stay with fantastic service! The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Our room was clean and equipped with all the basic amenities. We were pleasantly surprised to be granted an early check-in at 11:30 AM, and the front desk was accommodating enough to extend our check-out to ..."

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Eastern And Oriental Hotel

5 out of 5
10 Lebuh Farquhar George Town Penang
Stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Wonderful stay!!"

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026

Eastern And Oriental Hotel
The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja George Town
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £99 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£99
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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! (623 reviews)
"Location is amazing"

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026

The Prestige Hotel Penang
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Where to stay in Downtown George Town

Find the best Downtown George Town areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown George Town
Learn more about Downtown George Town

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.

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.

Historic George Town

If you're spending some time in Historic George Town, Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Fort Cornwallis are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Bayan Lepas

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



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