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 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.
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.
OZO George Town Penang
166 Jalan Argyll, George Town, George Town
The price is Rp919.060 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp919.060
Rp1.040.082 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (227 reviews)
I spend 4 nights here. The hotel is Clean, comfortable and Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is Rp2.364.674 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp2.364.674
Rp2.841.894 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
What a fantastic stay
Our room was very spacious and the bed most comfortable. The shower was lovely with plenty of hot water and powerful. Breakfast was very plentiful with a wide variery of foods. The hotel complex was luxurious and in a beautiful setting. Loved it!
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is Rp1.187.417 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp1.187.417
Rp1.452.607 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Location was great, breakfast was good too. Nothing I did not like.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 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! (210 reviews)
Excellent location. Second time I am here and I remain impressed.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 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! (20 reviews)
Clean room gym staff
Reviewed on 11 Oct 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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
The hotel was new, service was good, it was a 5 star stay. There is currently a small construction site next to the hotel at the moment, a little noisy when swimming, other than this I would recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 18 Sept 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 family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
KOMTAR
4/5(49 reviews)
Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.
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.
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 George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit 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
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
- KOMTAR
- Gurney Plaza
- Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal
- Kek Lok Si Temple
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Padang Kota Lama
- Penang City Hall
- Straits Quay Mall
- Batu Feringghi Night Market
- Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
- Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
- Penang National Park
- Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre
- Penang Adventist Hospital
- 1st Avenue Mall
- Island Hospital
- Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
- Penang State Museum
- Fort Cornwallis
- Pulau Tikus Market
- Penang Avatar Secret Garden
