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George Town

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252 hotels

Bukit Mertajam

254 hotels

Butterworth

89 hotels

Perai

92 hotels

Kepala Batas

86 hotels

Jelutong

319 hotels

Simpang Ampat

48 hotels

Tanjung Bungah

102 hotels

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SAVV HOTEL

Hotel in George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.8 km from Northam Beach, SAVV HOTEL features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

W
Wided
From
Qatar
Nice hotel and friendly staff. Thank you
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,751 reviews
Price from
US$84.97
1 night, 2 adults
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Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

Hotel in George Town

Housed in a Chinese courtyard-style mansion, The Blue Mansion offers boutique accommodation tastefully furnished with antique fittings.

A
Audrey
From
United States
The Blue Mansion was an amazing experience! We loved our room, the tour of the building, the restoration work, the breakfast, the location, the staff and the dinner in the restaurant, Indigo. Highly recommend staying here! We loved staying in a historical building that had been restored so well and recognized by UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,191 reviews
Price from
US$170.11
1 night, 2 adults
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Eastern & Oriental Hotel

Hotel in George Town

Situated in George Town, 1.4 km from Northam Beach, Eastern & Oriental Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

N
NURUL SYARAFINA
From
Malaysia
all services was great. Hotel view is the best and the location just a few min from Padang Kota. The studio king was superb nice. Large and comfy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,367 reviews
Price from
US$190.09
1 night, 2 adults
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Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG

Hotel in Bukit Mertajam

Situated in Bukit Mertajam, 9.2 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a...

D
Dharii_2205
From
Malaysia
Spectacular room. Perfect for solo travelers. The bed was spacious. The staff were extremely friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews
Price from
US$71.12
1 night, 2 adults
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The Prestige Hotel Penang, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotel in George Town

Set in George Town, 2.6 km from Northam Beach, The Prestige Hotel Penang, a Member of Design Hotels offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

D
Debon Lee
From
Hong Kong
Excellent location, Helpful and friendly staff, Beautiful hotel and room. Would definitely come again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 967 reviews
Price from
US$119.52
1 night, 2 adults
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88 Armenian

Hotel in George Town

Located in George Town and with Northam Beach reachable within 2.4 km, 88 Armenian provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

A
Agurtzane
From
Spain
Very god location. Cleanliness was exceptional.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews
Price from
US$339.87
1 night, 2 adults
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The Edison George Town

Hotel in George Town

The Edison George Town is set in a restored colonial mansion with contemporary decor. The stylish guest rooms are furnished with a sofa and guests enjoy complimentary turn down service.

J
John K
From
United States
Gorgeous historic building and interior. Friendly and efficient staff. Free wine & cheese every day at 6PM, free breakfast, and free snacks & drinks any time in the lounge. Large cool rooms, very neat and tidy. Wifi very good. Local and international guests, all polite. Walk anywhere in old Georgetown, all is nearby. The peranakan Blue Mansion is just across the street.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews
Price from
US$221.50
1 night, 2 adults
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East Indies Mansion

Hotel in George Town

Set in a restored private mansion, East Indies Mansion is located in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town.

G
Gary
From
Hong Kong
Great location in heart of historic George Town, a beautifully renovated historic building with wonderful staff. Rooms are incredibly large.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews
Price from
US$103.66
1 night, 2 adults
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Seven Terraces

Hotel in George Town

Located in the capital city of Penang, Seven Terraces is only within a 5-minute walk to the significant Goddess of Mercy Temple and the popular Penang Peranakan Mansion.

E
Elaine
From
Germany
The apartment was huge, very comfortable and in keeping with the historical stye of the property (decorated with beautiful antique furniture). Fantastic location right next to Little India and lots of other districts within walking distance. Pool was perfect for a dip to cool down and the complimentary afternoon tea is a very nice touch. Excellent value for money and would certainly stay again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 378 reviews
Price from
US$186.30
1 night, 2 adults
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Campbell House

Hotel in George Town

Campbell House is conveniently located a 5-minute drive from Penang Museum and is surrounded by a variety of local shopping and eating options.

K
Kaho
From
Japan
Staffs are very friendly and helpful. They know well about the sightseeing places around there and gave us useful advices of our trip. And the interiors of the room were amazing! We took a lot of photos in the room. It was like a film set.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 597 reviews
Price from
US$117.22
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews

Set in George Town and with Northam Beach reachable within 1.6 km, Citadines Connect Bertam Georgetown Penang offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi...

From US$116.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

Situated in Bayan Lepas, 1.5 km from Hammer Bay Beach, Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness...

From US$129.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

Located in George Town, 500 metres from Northam Beach, Marriott Executive Apartments Penang provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

From US$217.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection is in Georgetown, just 3 minutes' drive from the New Central Business District. It has spacious suites with free Wi-Fi.

From US$176.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,997 reviews

Situated in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach, Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

From US$86.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,274 reviews

Set in George Town, 1.4 km from Northam Beach, The George Penang by The Crest Collection offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

From US$179.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,892 reviews

Set in Bayan Lepas, 5.2 km from Queensbay Mall, Amari SPICE Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden.

From US$99.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,230 reviews

Set in Bukit Mertajam, 9.2 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, Citadines Prai Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a fitness centre.

From US$105.46 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Located in George Town, 1.4 km from Northam Beach, 22 Macalisterz Premium Suites Penang by Byon provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a...

From US$66.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Aayu Chowrasta - 3 mins walk to Penang Road Chendul is located in George Town, 1.2 km from Penang Times Square and 1.3 km from Wonderfood Museum.

From US$39.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
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Offering free WiFi, Penang Story LINN House offers rooms in George Town, 1.7 km from Northam Beach and 800 metres from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

From US$98.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

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From US$95.43 per night
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Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,237 reviews

Situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Northam Beach, 乔治市世纪酒店 The Century Boutique Hotel George Town features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

From US$55.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,180 reviews

Set in Bukit Mertajam, 13 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, FUHOTEL offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space.

From US$62.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,517 reviews

Located in Batu Ferringhi, 2.8 km from Batu Ferringhi Beach, Bahang Bay Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

From US$97.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,847 reviews

Set in George Town, less than 1 km from Northam Beach, OZO George Town Penang offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

From US$63.79 per night

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Set in Batu Ferringhi, within 1 km of Batu Ferringhi Beach and 7 km of ESCAPE Penang, Hotel O Batu Ferringhi Beach formerly ESQ Ferringhi offers accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi...

From US$33.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 631 reviews

Noordin Mews is a boutique hotel housed in a historical building in central Penang. It offers an outdoor pool and provides free Wi-Fi throughout the building.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 378 reviews

Situated within the UNESCO World Heritage city of Georgetown, Coffee Atelier is a collection of 5 beautifully-restored shophouses dating back to 1927.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews

Located in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach, Wifi Boutique Hotel provides accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 938 reviews

Set within 300 metres of Batu Ferringhi Beach and 6.6 km of ESCAPE Penang, JMA FERRINGHI BEACH HOTEL offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Batu Ferringhi.

From US$13.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews

Super 8 Hotel @ Bayan Baru is set in Bayan Lepas, within 4.3 km of Queensbay Mall and 13 km of 1st Avenue Penang. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews

Set within 7.4 km of Sunway Carnival Mall and 12 km of Penang Bridge, BG Business Hotel offers rooms in Bukit Mertajam. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

From US$22.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 363 reviews

The Blanket Hotel is located in the sea-side port town of Butterworth. The humbly-designed hotel offers a variety of rooms for guests with different needs.

From US$38.29 per night

FAQs about hotels in Penang

A Palm-Lined Pearl

An island and part of the mainland make up the small Malaysian region of Penang, also known as the ‘pearl of the Orient’. It has long been coveted and the capital Georgetown has many elegant Colonial buildings. The observation deck of the KOMTAR tower – the tallest building – offers spectacular views of the town and surrounding mountains.

A funicular railway goes up to Penang Hill deep in the forest. Nearby Air Itam has one of Asia’s largest Buddhist temples - Kek Lok Si – lit by hundreds of lights at night. Another fantastic temple is Taoist Kong Hock Keong in Georgetown.

Penang Airport is near southern Bayan Lepas, and across the Malacca Strait is Pulau Jerejak, a peaceful island where trees merge into ocean.

In the much livelier north, Batu Feringghi is the largest resort, with lots of Penang hotels on the beach, plenty of bars and a night market. East, green mountains slope down to blue waters at Tanjung Bungah, where several high-rise hotels overlook the palm-lined beach towards the Floating Mosque just offshore.

On the mainland Butterworth is the departure point for ferries to Penang island, and has a bird park housing a large number of Malaysian species. Wherever you decide to stay, Booking.com has a fantastic range of Penang hotels and apartments to choose from.

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Lexis Suites Penang

Bayan Lepas
From US$112.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,531 reviews
Amazing friendly nature from the staff and a very keen attitude to make the guests feel very welcome and comfortable. The restaurants were amazing. The Japanese one had some of the best food I'd tasted. Ian, the manager, personally made sure that we were very happy and comfortable. We hope to visit again sometime
Guest review by
Frances
Australia

Hompton Hotel by the Beach

George Town
From US$209.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,572 reviews
location was great , you could walk to the mall, and laundry. There was a food court across the street and convience store close by.Staff were very friendly and helpful, they answered all are questions about flights and transportation
Guest review by
Dorothy
Canada

Lost Paradise Resort

Batu Ferringhi
From US$50.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,374 reviews
NEVER SEEN SUCH A WONDERFUL HOTEL BEFORE, BEAUTIFUL & NATURAL EVER. VERY CLEAN & WELL MAINTAINED. WONDERFUL & SO HUMBLE STAFFS, THE BEACH VIEW IS SO AWESOME- WONDERFUL RESTAURANT WITH BEACH VIEW. I AM GOING AGAIN AND AGAIN
Guest review by
MIM LAL
Nepal

Lone Pine, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Resort

Batu Ferringhi
From US$104.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 667 reviews
Charming colonial buildings. Quiet. Less families and children. Beach view. Proximity to Batu Ferringhi night market and public transport. Friendly staff.
Guest review by
Tiphany
Hong Kong

Eastern & Oriental Hotel

George Town
From US$381.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,367 reviews
all services was great. Hotel view is the best and the location just a few min from Padang Kota. The studio king was superb nice. Large and comfy.
Guest review by
NURUL SYARAFINA
Malaysia

G Hotel Gurney

George Town
From US$235.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,343 reviews
Staff were professional, friendly and accommodating. Hotel was in a great location and very modern. Hotel breakfast was good value for money.
Guest review by
lynlow
Netherlands

Hotel Sentral Seaview @ ​Beachfront

George Town
From US$93.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,059 reviews
Room with great view. Newly renovated room. Awesome Seaview. We really enjoyed during our stay. Good breakfast with decent opinions.
Guest review by
Dr Abdullah
Bangladesh

MaliHom Private Estate

Balik Pulau
From US$132.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
We loved the location, the pool, the greenery all around and the views. It was very peaceful and a great place to relax for a while.
Guest review by
Misha
Australia

Royale Chulan Penang

George Town
From US$139.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 4,081 reviews
Fabulous as always. Classy large room and lovely bathroom. Pool is nice. Easy to walk everywhere in Georgetown.
Guest review by
Michael
Australia

Iconic Hotel

Bukit Mertajam
From US$143.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 398 reviews
I love coming here. The staff are so welcoming and helpful. Always a smile to great you. Breakfast is a must
Guest review by
Colin
United Kingdom

Sunway Hotel Seberang Jaya

Perai
From US$144.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 797 reviews
Location was good had a lot of shops near the hotel. Shopping mall was walking distance away.
Guest review by
Raqqibh
Singapore

Hard Rock Hotel Penang

Batu Ferringhi
From US$119.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,310 reviews
The pool and beach area are top class. Kids love the gaming room. There are ps5 consoles
Guest review by
Talha
Pakistan

The Light Hotel Penang

Perai
From US$168.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,053 reviews
I LIKE EVERYTHING! this is my 6th times staying here and I will again soon 😉
Guest review by
Summaiyah Bibi
Malaysia

Hotel Malaysia

George Town
From US$35.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,500 reviews
The hotel was nice the room was clean and the air con was in good condition
Guest review by
Rachakorn
Thailand

The Bayview Beach Resort

Batu Ferringhi
From US$64.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 8,354 reviews
The best staying, great hotel, awesome garden and beach and pools
Guest review by
Beata
Poland

Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang

George Town
From US$45.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 5,323 reviews
Hotel location is good.Staff was helpful and cheerful
Guest review by
J.p.
India

Flamingo Hotel by the Beach, Penang

George Town
From US$786.21 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,096 reviews
Lovely helpful staff, Pool, spacious and clean rooms
Guest review by
Christine
New Zealand

Ixora Hotel Penang

Perai
From US$47.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,358 reviews
Very spacious room. I booked the deluxe king room
Guest review by
Michael KH Ling
Malaysia

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8.0

I was just there for 1 night, so didn't really have a chance...

I was just there for 1 night, so didn't really have a chance to see much, but my location was right beside the Gurney Plaze, - a great Mall. I an staying in Batu Feringghi for 3 months, so will be back in Georgetown often. They seem to have lots of great sites to see & food to enjoy. I ate at the Gurney Mall - lots of great places to eat. I would not like to drive in Georgetown, but hope to figure out the Bus system & get a monthly Bus Pass. I enjoy small tours and just walking around seeing things.
Guest review by
Stephen
Canada
6.0

Unfortunately, the sea was too rough to swim whilst we were...

Unfortunately, the sea was too rough to swim whilst we were there, we managed to lie on the sand and let the waves wash over us but it was far to dangerous to venture further out. I expect it is beautiful and safer when it is less stormy. The main street has some great places to eat, the place that does roti opposite The Hard Rock Cafe is excellent and there are lots of places to get a massage, we went to one called Paradise (if I remember rightly) which was nice. The night market is also excellent for food, lots of choice and I'd recommend the satay and curries from there.
Guest review by
Samantha
United Kingdom
8.0

Better than renting hotel room, car is parked right in front...

Better than renting hotel room, car is parked right in front of door, should provide television & refrigerator & microwave, also with simple sofa, as the metal chair is broken, water pressure should be better with usage of water pump
Guest review by
Taufik
Malaysia
8.0

I stayed one night in Bukit Mertajam and overall, it was a...

I stayed one night in Bukit Mertajam and overall, it was a decent short stop. The town has a quiet, local charm and isn’t too busy, which made it quite relaxing. There’s not a whole lot to do, but it’s a good place if you just want to unwind or try some local food—there are definitely some hidden gems when it comes to hawker stalls and small eateries. That said, it’s not really a tourist-heavy spot, so don’t expect major attractions or much nightlife. It’s more of a laid-back, pass-through kind of town. For one night, it was okay and served its purpose as a quick rest point.
Guest review by
KitsonL
Malaysia
6.0

What I liked:

What I liked: The hotel was clean, the staff were friendly, and the location was convenient for getting around. What wasn’t the best: We stayed in a triple room, and the bathroom only had a single sliding door, which offered very little privacy. This setup felt unsuitable for multiple guests and made the stay a bit uncomfortable.
Guest review by
Punithevathi
Malaysia
8.0

Perai is an Underrated Land to Explore which is a another...

Perai is an Underrated Land to Explore which is a another Option Place to Stay to avoid Massive Traffic in Penang Island. Hotels, Food, Fast Access to Exit the highway and the Shopping Malls are within 5-8mins drive. Obviously money worth it compared to spending so much in our accommodation on the Island.
Guest review by
Head Coach Nasir
Malaysia
10

Nice place. Comfortable.

Nice place. Comfortable. No big city rush, but many new shops & eateries. Good food, quite cheap. Friendly people. Got lots to explore, including the parks. Also not too far from Penang & Kedah, just nicely in between.
Guest review by
Sherina
Malaysia
2.0

Lift service was poor and shared with Cleaner and laundry...

Lift service was poor and shared with Cleaner and laundry team. Delayed the whole process of the lift service which takes 20 to 30 minutes each wait. Noisy and the wall too thin. Can hear every movement of the children jumping and their walks running screaming crying till late nights from neighbours. Toilets are dirty and too small. No closet and plates.
Guest review by
Azura
Malaysia
2.0

recently stayed at this Airbnb, and unfortunately, the...

recently stayed at this Airbnb, and unfortunately, the experience was not great. The house is located very close to a mosque, and the loud prayers start at 6 AM daily, which is disruptive if you’re planning to sleep in. The house is also much smaller than expected for a double-storey unit. The living room is cramped and not ideal for hosting friends. All the rooms are small, and the kitchen is equally compact, so don’t expect much space here. A major inconvenience is the smart key system, which turns off the electricity when you leave the house. This means you can’t leave any devices charging or keep the air conditioning running while you’re out for lunch or dinner. Plus, there’s no air conditioning in the living room, which makes the space uncomfortable during hot days. Communication was another issue. The owner does not understand English and only speaks Malay, which made communication uncomfortable for me. On top of that, there is a CCTV camera outside the car porch, and the owner won’t allow you to turn off the modem, so it feels like you’re being constantly monitored. I found this quite unsettling. Lastly, the water pressure in the toilet is low, which was an additional disappointment. Overall, this stay was not as expected, and there are better options available for the price.
Guest review by
andythewang
Malaysia
6.0

I like it because it is away from the traffic of Georgetown...

I like it because it is away from the traffic of Georgetown on the one side and from touristic Batu Ferringhi on the other. A handful of decent restaurants supplement the many informal local huts, giving all levels of cost and quality for variable dining. All the local folk are courteous and kindly, though English is universally poor to incomprehensible. Excellent modern buses connect with Georgetown etc. on a frequent, low-cost service. Car hire is not expensive and a liberating device for island discovery. Pop-up Fruit stalls abound for an exotic breakfast in your hotel room or on the beach. Meridien Hotel has the cleanest beach!
Guest review by
Victor
United Kingdom

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