3/5 - Okay
Alan
Found George Town itself disappointing. Street art seen better days.
George Town Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
Batu Ferringhi
Travellers to Batu Ferringhi praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.
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 Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi 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.
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.
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
33, New Lane, (off Macalister Road) George Town Penang
The price is Rp1.044.238 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
Rp1.044.238
Rp1.280.723 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Spacious room, great location, good breakfast.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Magazine Road George Town Penang
The price is Rp1.334.360 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
Rp1.334.360
Rp1.627.111 total
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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! (1,001 reviews)
Everything good
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Angsana Teluk Bahang, Penang
11, Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang George Town Penang
The price is Rp1.556.754 per night from 26 Nov to 27 Nov
Rp1.556.754
Rp1.733.860 total
26 Nov - 27 Nov
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 helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (217 reviews)
We stayed in many hotels in Malaysia. This one by far was the best one!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 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 business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (218 reviews)
Hotel was located in a fantastic area, walking distances to alot of eateries. Staff was friendly and helpful. Will definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
lyf Georgetown Penang
No. 2A Jalan Penang, Seksyen 14 George Town Penang
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (22 reviews)
Our 3rd Trip coming back to PEN this year and have been staying in lyf all the time. What draws us back is not only the old heritage places, food & entertainments. Lyf team lead by their GM Nixen Chin always make you feel at ease and accommodative to their maximum capacity. Many of my friends felt ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
55 Persiaran Gurney George Town Penang
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
It is highly recommended property if you would like to be treated like a princess
Reviewed on 12 Nov 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
During your trip to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Penang Hill
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
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.
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.
Kek Lok Si Temple
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
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Rp207.788
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
Rp229.351
per adult
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Rp211.708
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
Rp847.527
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
Rp510.996
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
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.
- Gurney Drive
- Gurney Plaza
- KOMTAR
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Padang Kota Lama
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- Straits Quay Mall
- Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
- Penang City Hall
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Penang National Park
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
- Penang Adventist Hospital
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Hospital Lam Wah Ee
- Island Hospital
- Kapitan Keling Mosque
