Title: Areca Hotel Penang Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Areca Hotel Penang This urban oasis in Downtown George Town offers tranquil gardens and easy access to local attractions, balancing peace with exploration. ## Photo gallery for Areca Hotel Penang ![Terrace/patio - Areca Hotel Penang (George Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18982500/18982451/29c398e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Areca Hotel Penang (George Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18982500/18982451/082797bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Areca Hotel Penang (George Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18982500/18982451/442ca0c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Areca Hotel Penang (George Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18982500/18982451/7e310625.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hallway - Areca Hotel Penang (George Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18982500/18982451/2f0854a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Areca Hotel Penang, in Downtown George Town, offers rooms with WiFi overlooking lush gardens, an on-site shopping mall, a library, and free children's activities. Guests consistently praise the exceptionally helpful staff. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Business services - Housekeeping £59 includes taxes & fees 14 Feb - 15 Feb ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=18982451&PinnedHotelID=18982451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=18982451&PinnedHotelID=18982451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 15 - Jan 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=18982451&PinnedHotelID=18982451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=18982451&PinnedHotelID=18982451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=18982451&PinnedHotelID=18982451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=18982451&PinnedHotelID=18982451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=18982451&PinnedHotelID=18982451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=18982451&PinnedHotelID=18982451&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 8 of 8 rooms ### View all photos for Heritage Room (Ground Floor) ![Heritage Room (Ground Floor) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18982500/18982451/87c09663.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Heritage Room (Ground Floor) 9.8 Exceptional 11 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Blackout curtains Hairdryer Bidet - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Family Suite ![Family Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18982500/18982451/6ad212b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite 9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Blackout curtains Hairdryer Bidet - 517 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ### View all photos for Garden Room ![Garden Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18982500/18982451/5f159844.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Garden Room 9.0 Wonderful 24 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Fridge Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Ceiling fan Hairdryer Bidet Rainfall showerhead - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Heritage Loft ![Heritage Loft | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18982500/18982451/358a50b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Heritage Loft 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Fridge Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Blackout curtains Hairdryer Bidet - 431 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Large Single Beds ### View all photos for Family Suite ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18982500/18982451/1c385523.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite - Sleeps 4 ### View all photos for Heritage Room ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18982500/18982451/b9d93333.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Heritage Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Garden Room ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18982500/18982451/11011cd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Garden Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Heritage Twin Loft ![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18990000/18982500/18982451/5f73efb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Heritage Twin Loft - Sleeps 2 ## You may also like Ad ![Executive lounge](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/102000000/101570000/101564300/101564233/4badd21f_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Penang Marriott Hotel Downtown George Town - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGeorge-Town-Hotels-Areca-Hotel-Penang.h18982451.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGeorge-Town-Hotels-Areca-Hotel-Penang.h18982451.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C5.41760%2C100.33022&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=378NF1DLe2FgUOpn4-F6K3uee-s=) No. 5, Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe, George Town, 10050 #### What's nearby - Pasar Chowrasta \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - 1st Avenue Mall \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - KOMTAR \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site \- 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion \- 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles #### Getting around - Penang Sentral - 29 min drive - Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.) - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Penang Road Famous Teochew Chendul (Tan) - ‬2 min walk - ‪Makan Pagi Georgetown - ‬2 min walk - ‪Roti Bakar Hutton Lane - ‬1 min walk - ‪Jeruk Madu Pak Ali - ‬2 min walk - ‪Nomad - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### Areca Hotel Penang Hotel near KOMTAR Take advantage of a shopping centre on-site, a garden and a library at Areca Hotel Penang. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a business centre and a free children's club. You'll also find perks such as: - Limo/town car service, cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) and multilingual staff - A reception hall, tour/ticket information and 1 meeting room - Concierge services, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All 50 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property. 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Business centre - Computer station - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Garden ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 3 floors - Built in 2017 - Reception hall - Smoke-free property - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Minibar - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk - Iron/ironing board on request - Phone - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 55.0 per day. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: MYR 200.0 per accommodation, per stay - A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately MYR 30 for adults and from MYR 30 for children - Rollaway bed fee: MYR 55.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a smoke detector If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Areca Hotel Penang George Town Areca Penang George Town Areca Penang Areca Hotel Penang Hotel Areca Hotel Penang George Town Areca Hotel Penang Hotel George Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Areca Hotel Penang pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Areca Hotel Penang? ### How much is parking at Areca Hotel Penang? ### What time is check-in at Areca Hotel Penang? ### What time is check-out at Areca Hotel Penang? ### Where is Areca Hotel Penang located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Areca Hotel Penang Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.0 Eco-friendliness ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 298 8 - Good 103 6 - Okay 14 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elaine 11 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Room is spacious and clean. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Great location. ##### Elaine Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edna 11 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities yes very friendly staff. clean room. very accessible to good food places. we had a very pleasant stay at the hotel ##### Edna Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### evelyn 11 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It’s one of the most beautiful hotels we have ever stayed at. It reminds us the colonial era yet the facilities are modern. The staff are friendly and always available to help. There are lots of food choices within a 5-10 walk from the hotel. Will definitely stay here again. ##### evelyn Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger 27 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities great location, cute hotel. ##### Roger Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### john 3 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The rooms were large with a separate office / luggage area. Classic building in great condition. Staff was excellent. And easy to get to a variety of locations in the city. Definitely would stay here again. ##### john Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victor 11 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent Hotel!!!! Wonderfully friendly staff, cool historic building with awesome colonial vibe. Rooms are super spacious and the beds are beyond comfortable. I have not one single complaint about my stay at Areca Hotel. ##### Victor Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leonie 16 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Staying at the Areca is like coming home. The staff remember me and are warm, friendly & helpful. The rooms are comfortable & charming. Love the design of this row of heritage houses, making it a cohesive and cosy hotel. Location cannot be beaten. ##### Leonie Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Caroline 13 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great place to stay in Penang ##### Caroline Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane Laura 2 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was lovely, the bed was comfortable but most importantly, the ceiling fan with the ac unit made it one of the best rooms we have had in the region. The shower is also fantastic. ##### Diane Laura Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Florian 22 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities It was a perfect stay ##### Florian Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Patrik 11 Sept 2025 Liked: Staff & service Staff were very helpful and kind. ##### Patrik Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chong Kwee, Sherry 1 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 2nd time staying and very very pleased with everything 👍👍👍 ##### Chong Kwee, Sherry Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan 3 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great location, just out of the histle bustle Good location for the old town. Very friendly staff, comfy bed and cost friendly. Would stay again. ##### Alan Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teresa 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Really lovely hotel. ##### Teresa Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Seun 13 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Amazing hotel, would recommend. You get breakfast and a cute afternoon tea included. Rooms have an ac and a fan. Amazing breakfast choices and on the weekend a buffet breakfast. Laundry service available too. The guy who does breakfast (I can’t remember his name fully but it begins with a Y) is amazing. ##### Seun Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yaling 21 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very beautiful, traditional, clean hotel. You can really enjoy the local culture here. ##### Yaling Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Johanna 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This hotel is great and well located. The room was superb with a lot of space, particularly for 4 persons. It was also very clean. I would pick this hotel once again if I come back. Highly recommended! ##### Johanna Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Siya 5 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Stayed two nights with family. Walkable distance to food and shopping. The Indian breakfast stand at the corner of the street was very affordable and good. Hotel provided some snacks in the afternoon. ##### Siya Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### IUFU 27 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good location and friendly staff ##### IUFU Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqueline 23 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Beautifully updated colonial style property with the friendliest staff. ##### Jacqueline Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joonhaeng 19 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I checked in late, but the staff kindly took the time to explain dinner recommendations in detail — they were incredibly helpful and friendly. ##### Joonhaeng Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### \*\*\*\* 9 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Overall excellent location. Except for hiccup with air con leakage which was fixed. ##### \*\*\*\* Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thy 29 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good staff, good service, nice and quiet hotel A lot of food around hotel. Super market cross street behind hotel. Highly recommend stay this hotel ##### Thy Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Celia 2 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities A nicely heritage decorated hotel, friendly staff and sizable room. Enjoyed my stay here! ##### Celia Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rose 24 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Loved our stay here. Friendly and helpful staff. 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