Historic George Town Travel Guide
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Visit Historic George Town
Stay near popular Historic George Town attractions
Things to do

Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket

Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Top hotels in Historic George Town

The Prestige Hotel Penang
"Excellent location for visiting Georgetown historic sights - easily walkable. Nice comfortable twin room, modern design. Clean roof top pool with views of harbour. Good choice for breakfast."
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Mclane Boutique Hotel
"The lady at the front desk is very helpful and knows her job very well but not the guy when i checked in who was rude and won't even listen and look at me."
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Victoria Garden Hotel
"Great location and easy access to the old town. Staff very helpful and arranged our trishaw’s for us. Brilliant day out learning the history"
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Royale Chulan Penang
"Staff were lovely and really helpful. Always smiling."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Seven Terraces Hotel
"Everything was perfect"
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
"Horrible reception staff who screwed up my check in and check out with multiple mistakes and inattentive service and all without regard to my loyalty with the hotel as I have stayed or booked rooms for others there for over 30 days in the last two years. No understanding of or commitment to service ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Historic George Town

Downtown George Town
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.

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 Bungah
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
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.





























