Butterworth Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Butterworth
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Where to stay in Butterworth

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Taman Teratai

While Taman Teratai isn't home to many top sights, Ninth Emperor God Temple and Tow Boo Kong Temple Butterworth are some notable places to visit nearby.

Taman Teratai
Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City by IHG

Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City by IHG

4 out of 5
4823-4824 2F JALAN PANTAI, TAMAN SELAT BUTTERWORTH, Butterworth
The price is ฿1,895 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿1,895
฿2,337 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Butterworth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews)
"The hotel is new and everything is up to standard. Staff are helpful and friendly. Just the location is not very convenient, but you can always call Grab to travel/ food delivery."

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City by IHG
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

3.5 out of 5
33, New Lane, (off Macalister Road), Georgetown, George Town, Penang
The price is ฿3,473 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
฿3,473
฿4,191 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay. Food easily available near the hotel."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Sunway Hotel Georgetown 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 ฿2,465 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿2,465
฿3,009 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Comfortable room. Near to a mall and the bus station."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
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Luminari Suite by Homez Suite

Luminari Suite by Homez Suite

3 out of 5
Luminari Residence, Jalan Harbour place, Butterworth, Penang
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Butterworth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive ...
Luminari Suite by Homez Suite
The Granite Luxury Hotel

The Granite Luxury Hotel

3 out of 5
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! (192 reviews)
"Tower in the room a bit worn out. All others amenities are good."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

The Granite Luxury Hotel
Citadines Prai Penang

Citadines Prai Penang

4 out of 5
G 01 MENARA SENTRAL, JALAN JURU SENTRAL, Bukit Mertajam
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Bukit Mertajam. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bukit Kecil ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (94 reviews)
"The best place to stay in penang. The room is spacious and the bed is comfy. Highly recommend for business travellers."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Citadines Prai Penang
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Popular places to visit

Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal

Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Butterworth with a trip to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal

Ninth Emperor God Temple

You can learn about the history of Kampung Buluh with a trip to Ninth Emperor God Temple. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Ninth Emperor God Temple

Butterworth Arena

Learn about the events happening in Butterworth Arena during your trip to Butterworth. Wander the white-sand beaches and marina while you're in the area.

Butterworth Arena

Kelab Tentera Udara

Enjoy a round of golf in Butterworth at Kelab Tentera Udara. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Kelab Tentera Udara

Tow Boo Kong Temple Butterworth

Find out about the history of Kampung Kastam when you spend time at Tow Boo Kong Temple Butterworth. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Tow Boo Kong Temple Butterworth

Robina Eco Park

Explore the great outdoors at Robina Eco Park, a lovely green space in Butterworth. Wander the white-sand beaches and marina while you're in the area.

Robina Eco Park

Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

฿77
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
Armenian Street

Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)

฿4,389
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

฿2,882
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Enjoy breathtaking views of Penang from the top floor of the city's tallest building

THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket

฿770
per adult
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
Georgetown Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Penang Island Tour

Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour

฿1,197
per adult
Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour
Discover Georgetown's Colonial Charm

Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour

฿2,948
per adult
Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour
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