3/5 - Okay
Alan
Found George Town itself disappointing. Street art seen better days.
George Town
Travel Guide
Visit George Town
Where to stay in George Town
Downtown George Town
4.5/5(155 area reviews)
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to 1st Avenue Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Tanjung Bungah
4/5(17 area reviews)
A noteworthy feature of Tanjung Bungah is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Batu Ferringhi Beach and Tanjung Bungah Beach.
Bayan Lepas
4/5(9 area reviews)
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Bayan Baru
Bayan Baru might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Gelugor
Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is HK$853 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
HK$853
HK$1,029 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Always A Good Choice
"I've been coming here for over 30 years. The hotel is showing its age a bit but the location is great, the staff are excellent and the facilities are top quality."
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2025
Ascott Gurney Penang
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is HK$844 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
HK$844
HK$934 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (170 reviews)
"Convenient locations with shops nearby"
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2025
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is HK$545 per night from 1 May to 2 May
HK$545
HK$666 total
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Great Stay
"Hotel staff were great especially the concierge and restaurant staff. Helpful and very knowledgeable. Staff spoke English very well my Malay is terrible. Room large and well appointed. Pool nice. I would stay here again. Close to the things I needed."
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Granite Luxury Hotel
191. Jalan Magazine, George Town
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (171 reviews)
"Nice hotel in a good location with very pleasant employees.Only thing I would change is a heated pool"
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2025
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
55 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are ...
lyf Georgetown Penang by The Ascott Limited
No. 2A Jalan Penang, Seksyen 14, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6 reviews)
Good new vibe ! Great choice !
"Excellent nee hotel with new Gen Z and Alfa Baby families near city centre and beach by E & O hotel ! Redy in 2025 for 2025 and beyond !"
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Gurney Drive
4/5(36 reviews)
During your trip to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Penang Hill
4.5/5(45 reviews)
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
Queensbay Mall
4/5(21 reviews)
During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
KOMTAR
4/5(49 reviews)
Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.
Ferringgi Beach
4/5(36 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Batu Ferringhi. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Kek Lok Si Temple
4.5/5(36 reviews)
Marvel at the 10,000 Buddhas carved into the giant pagoda or shop for souvenirs in the bustling market at Penang’s largest Buddhist temple.
Things to do
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
HK$1,042
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
HK$684
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
HK$179
per adult
Airalo eSIM: Your Ultimate Malaysia Data Package
HK$46
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Penang City Private Half Day Tour With Khoo Kongsi & Kek Lok Si
HK$793
per adult
Penang: Half-Day Private Tour in Penang Island
HK$963
per traveller
Reviews of George Town
4.3
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Interesting mix of old colonial and modern. Lots of nice restaurants and coffee & cake shops
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Several good museums. A good mixture of old and new. Good for eating out, local food courts,hawkers stalls and restaurants. Enjoyed Chinese New Year and Thiapusam festival.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Very easy and nice city
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
Dirty drains; line clear Nasi kandar food handling Requires improvement to meet food hygiene standards. Polluted air, Sea and beach. noisy.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Love the historical town, the street arts, food hawker stalls - plenty of choices to eat, everything was walkable distance. Love the history of the green and blue mansion. The blue mansion was so gorgeous! Liked Little India and Chinatown.
- Penang Hill
- Queensbay Mall
- KOMTAR
- Gurney Plaza
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- Padang Kota Lama
- TESCO
- Penang Times Square
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Penang City Hall
- Penang National Park
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Pulau Tikus Market
- Penang Avatar Secret Garden
- Penang International Sports Arena
- Loh guan Lye Specialist Centre
- Fort Cornwallis