Clan Jetty Travel Guide

George Town

The photo was taken from Chew Jetty in George Town, Penang. In the background you will see the Hean Boo Thean Kuan Yin Temple. #Hean Boo Thean Kuan Yin Temple #Penang #Temple #Malaysia
The photo was taken from Chew Jetty in George Town, Penang. In the background you will see the Hean Boo Thean Kuan Yin Temple. #Hean Boo Thean Kuan Yin Temple #Penang #Temple #Malaysia
An alley in the Clan Jetties of Penang, Malaysia, which is a complete village on stilts above the water. In the 19th century many Chinese immigrants went to Malaysia. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, there are a total of 6 of these villages, in which every village lives one clan.  (February 2017) 

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Chew Jetty is actually a village built on stilts and these were built by some pioneer Chinese immigrants. Each jetty comprises of row houses on stilts joined by wooden walkways over the water. These ‘water villages’, set up more than a century ago, house the descendants from Fukien Province in China, who shared common historical, geographical and clan origins.
A shot from Tan Jetty overlooking Penang mainland. A beautiful sight to behold when approaching dusk.

Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Clan Jetty

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

4 out of 5
Jalan Batu Feringgi George Town Penang
The price is Rp1.830.605 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp1.830.605
Rp2.216.107 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Room was clean, the staff very courteous, nice deck chairs to enjoy the sea breeze and sounds of the ocean. Only short coming was the missing beach and ability to swim in the sea .

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road George Town Penang
The price is Rp1.507.521 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp1.507.521
Rp1.834.869 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Modern high-rise hotel at the south edge of Old Town. Right next door to several shopping malls and to Noordin Street. Very convenient to Thaipussam celebrations many of which take place right in front of the building. Armenian Street is about 15 minute walk. Beautiful views of Georgetown from club-level ...

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
The Granite Luxury Hotel

The Granite Luxury Hotel

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine George Town
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The price is Rp1.264.789 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
Rp1.264.789
Rp1.544.137 total
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (236 reviews)
I was surprised how quiet it was inside the suite bearing in mind its location. Plenty of room, lovely bed and excellent rainforest showef.The views to the South are good and the pool on 14 is amazing. Thetes also a roof terrace on 25 open in the evenings. Alas it was storming the two nights so never ...

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

The Granite Luxury Hotel
Lone Pine, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Resort

Lone Pine, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Resort

4 out of 5
97, Batu Ferringhi George Town Penang
The price is Rp1.895.170 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp1.895.170
Rp2.102.778 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Penang Hill and Gurney Plaza are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
Fab fan fab fab

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Lone Pine, Penang, a Tribute Portfolio Resort
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

5 out of 5
Jalan Batu Feringgi George Town Penang
The price is Rp2.782.454 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp2.782.454
Rp3.339.289 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Lovely staff, immaculate room ,lovely setting

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Eastern And Oriental Hotel

5 out of 5
10 Lebuh Farquhar George Town Penang
The price is Rp4.431.295 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
Rp4.431.295
Rp5.284.940 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room very large and nice. Amazing breakfast and super friendly people

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Eastern And Oriental Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Clan Jetty

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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.

Historic George Town
Georgetown which includes cbd, a high-rise building and boating

Downtown George Town

4.5/5(155 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to Prangin Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Downtown George Town
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Pulau Tikus

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pulau Tikus and surrounding area, you can visit Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Paragon.

Pulau Tikus
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Tanjung Pinang

If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.

Tanjung Pinang
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Gelugor

You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at Penang Youth and Sports Complex or Penang Bridge West End.

Gelugor
View of fishing village in Tanjung Tokong, Penang, Malaysia

Tanjung Tokong

Tanjung Tokong is well-regarded for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views, and you might also want to make a stop by Ibox Museum of Glass Penang, a top sight in the neighbourhood.

Tanjung Tokong


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