Pulau Betung Travel Guide
George Town
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Popular places to visit
Gurney Drive
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.
KOMTAR
Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.
Queensbay Mall
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.
Gurney Plaza
During your visit to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Penang Hill
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
Ferringgi Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Top hotels in Pulau Betung
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Really enjoyed our stay! The rooms were spotless and the air conditioning worked perfectly. It was very convenient having the gym and pool on the same floor. The location is excellent. A special thanks to the staff for being so helpful-they even arranged our transportation to Ipoh upon request. Highly ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Polite staff and good location.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Clean, large room with great Seaview. Lots of restaurants/food options nearby. Great street art to view while on a walk.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
The George Penang By The Crest Collection
The hotel is generally good. Near the Chowprasta Market and Lebuh Keng Kwee street food. Within walking distance to Armenian St and Cannon St. Many food options nearby. The only downside was the room cleaning was only completed around 2 to 3pm. There were 2 days which I came back after lunch and ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
Staff very good facilities good and quality of food excellent
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
Staff very friendly. Lots of pools, shame about the beech
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pulau Betung
Teluk Kumbar
Teluk Kumbar might not have many top sights, but Pantai Teluk Bayu and Penang International Sports Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Pagar Buluh
While Pagar Buluh may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall.
Relau
While Relau may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall.
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.
Sungai Dua
When in Sungai Dua, you can plan a visit to Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
