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Tony’s Guesthouse at Teluk Bahang in Batu Ferringhi provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a terrace. This guest house provides free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. When staying at the guest house, guests can use private entrance. + Thoughtful & kind welcome from Tony + The design, trees & nature all around it 🌏🌱🌿🌳💚 + Local vibes 🌷💕 + Flawlessly white clean wash basins 🤍✨ + Neat room, decent shared toilets ✨✨ + Refillable water station 💙 + A washing machine, detergent & drying racks for your own laundry with a donation at your own will 🌿 + Dear old bicycles 🚲🥰 + Kitchen area with fridges 💕 + They offer free fruits & instant coffee 🌷 + Unique local vibes 🙏🏼✨🌳🍀 --> Please can the pillows, bed sheet & curtain get better care so they bring a nicer aroma and comfort? Thank you 🙏🏼

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9
Superb
1,067 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

Located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, Ren I Tang Heritage Inn is located in a restored building from the 1800s. Spanning an area of 3 shop house units, the property features free WiFi, a restaurant and small museum on the ground floor, which used to be a medical hall. The room was beautiful, spacious and that tub was incredible. The staff were so sweet and went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves.

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9.3
Superb
1,300 reviews
Price from
US$63
per night

At the guest house, the units have a desk. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the guest house, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. Loved it and the staff were really attentive. Will come back again!!

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9.3
Superb
103 reviews
Price from
US$37
per night

Situated in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach and 600 metres from 1st Avenue Penang, Melayu Villa by Aayu - 8 mins walk to Armenian St features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a garden and a shared lounge. The property features inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar. The guest house has family rooms. I had an amazing stay at Melayu Villa. The room was super clean and spacious, the bed very comfortable, and the location was perfect, so close to all of the main places in Georgetown, including so many amazing restaurants and cafes. The host was so great, super responsive and incredibly helpful with so many golden recommendations for restaurants and local spots. Absolutely recommend this place, just book it!!

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9.2
Superb
256 reviews
Price from
US$50
per night

There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the guest house, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar is less than 1 km from the guest house, while Penang Times Square is a 18-minute walk away. Penang International Airport is 14 km from the property. Really lovely place! The room was clean and modern and the hosts were so helpful. They sent us some brilliant guides that we used to see the city, they were responsive to our messages and sent a staff member to say hello when we arrived. There was even some bread provided in the communal area, in case we got hungry. We did, and it was delicious - we think it was coffee flavoured. Do note that the private bathroom is just across the hallway, but the place was lovely and quiet and was in no way an issue at all. Would absolutely recommend this place.

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9.3
Superb
358 reviews
Price from
US$48
per night

With a shared bathroom equipped with a bidet and slippers, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi. At the guest house, all units come with bed linen and towels.

A bicycle rental service is available at the guest house. It's a beautiful Peranakan building, tasteful and clean. Excellent location.

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9.2
Superb
353 reviews
Price from
US$41
per night

Located in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach, Aayu Stewart - Stewart Ln, George Town provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. This recently renovated guest house is located 500 metres from Wonderfood Museum and 1.3 km from 1st Avenue Penang. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Convenient location, but still quiet. Beautiful renovated old house. Nice room. Even the shared bathroom was stylish. Seamless online check in.

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9.3
Superb
674 reviews
Price from
US$51
per night

Located in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach, Cocoa Mews Cafe and Homestay provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free WiFi and a shared kitchen. The property is around 2 km from Penang Times Square, 8.2 km from Straits Quay and 8.2 km from Penang Botanic Gardens. Penang Hill is 9.4 km from the guest house and Queensbay Mall is 12 km away. Probably the best homestay I've ever been, in Malaysia for sure. The 3 hosts are all amazing person and you can fell it from the atmosphere inside the house. They put love and care in every little details of this charming and historic house. They take care of you, give veery detailed and exhaustive advice of what to see and to do in town, so you can experience the real and authentic George Town. There is always water and some snack and fruit for free ready for you, and in the morning also a little tast of real Malaysian food. Thank you guys, you are amazing. Most important, there are at least 3 lovely cats that makes this "house a home". Also perfect location in the heart of the beautiful city of George Town.

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9.5
Exceptional
529 reviews
Price from
US$16
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Nature Fruit Farm - Private Estate is located in Balik Pulau, 23 km from Penang Hill and 23 km from Taman Rimba Teluk Bahang. The property features mountain and river views, and is 18 km from Queensbay Mall. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. A refreshing experience that showcases the natural beauty of Penang's countryside. Highly recommended for those seeking a peaceful, green escape.

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9.1
Superb
133 reviews
Price from
US$58
per night

Situated in George Town, 2.3 km from Northam Beach and 500 metres from 1st Avenue Penang, My Guesthouse 109 - SELF CHECK IN features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, free bikes and a shared lounge. It is located less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and offers private check-in and check-out. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. this hostel was the highlight of my Penang trip and a dream for all crazy cat ladies like me (send my regards to lovely Latte) 🤭 check in was seamless, facilities were clean and the shower was one of the best I’ve seen in hostel-style accommodations. Thank you May and I can’t wait to be back!

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9.1
Superb
545 reviews
Price from
US$17
per night

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