What's it like in Downtown George Town?

Downtown George Town is an historic neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown George Town travel tips? Make sure that you visit KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown George Town?

Based on our traveller data, JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown George Town. This hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include The Prestige Hotel Penang and OZO George Town Penang .

How many hotels are there in Downtown George Town?

If you're searching for places to stay in George Town, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 444 Downtown George Town hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown George Town, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown George Town.

What is there to do around this George Town neighbourhood?

Attractions such as Hin Bus Depot Art Centre, Penang State Museum and Pinaon Time Tunnel highlight George Town's cultural scene. KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown George Town include The Top at Komatar, Kidland Penang and Prangin Mall. When you're sightseeing in George Town, Pasar Chowrasta and Penang Jewish Cemetery are also worth a stop.

The Best Hotels in Downtown George Town, George Town - 2026 Updated Prices

A coastal cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, traditional buildings, and a marina with several boats.

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Our top choices for Downtown George Town hotels

A spacious lobby with large windows, wicker furniture, and a bar area.

1. JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

Downtown George Town

Benjamin

฿3,209 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern high-rise hotel with a distinctive curved top and multiple floors.

2. St.Giles Wembley Penang

Downtown George Town

Simon de

฿2,840 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A rooftop terrace with a view of a city skyline at sunset, a pool, and outdoor seating areas.

3. The Prestige Hotel Penang

Downtown George Town

Olim

฿4,482 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A rooftop dining area with a variety of dishes, a table with chairs, and a view of a tall building in the background.

4. Le Dream Boutique Hotel

Downtown George Town

Ana

฿1,306 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern dining area with tables set for service, a kitchen in the background, and a patterned floor.

5. OZO George Town Penang

Downtown George Town

Jannah

฿1,949 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a window with a view of greenery, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

6. Muntri Grove

Downtown George Town

Gordon

฿3,329 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A traditional building with multiple balconies and a courtyard.

7. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Qing Suites

Downtown George Town

"Our stay at the Qing Suites was so wonderful, we could not have asked for a better experience. The history of the building, as well as the Blue Mansion, is fascinating, and adds to the magic of the place. The room was superb - clean and comfortable, with a lovely private courtyard. The main courtyard, where a delicious breakfast was served, is stunning. The staff deserve a special mention - attentive, kind, and always cheerful, and made our stay extra special."

Kate Marika

฿7,989 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern outdoor lounge area with a pool, overlooking a cityscape.

8. The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

Downtown George Town

฿2,291 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern indoor pool area with a brick wall, a lounge chair, and a pool with a checkered pattern.

9. lyf Georgetown Penang

Downtown George Town

Elgie

฿2,602 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel interior with a central pool, multiple balconies, and a clear view of the sky.

10. The George Penang By The Crest Collection

Downtown George Town

Kumi

฿4,543 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A traditional building with a large entrance, a balcony, and a pond with lily pads in front.

11. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

Downtown George Town

lisa

฿6,597 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a skylight, large windows, and a tiled floor.

12. Cititel Penang

Downtown George Town

Parthiban

฿2,174 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel rooftop with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

13. Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Downtown George Town

Mark

฿8,559 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A rooftop infinity pool with clear water, sun loungers, and a view of a city skyline.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Penang

Downtown George Town

Zee Fung Philip

฿3,922 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a clear blue sky and a distant coastline.

15. Ascott Gurney Penang

Downtown George Town

Sheri

฿4,978 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A rooftop pool with a clear view of the city skyline, surrounded by lounge chairs and potted plants.

16. Hotel NEO+ Penang by ASTON

Downtown George Town

Phan

฿1,972 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A circular pool with blue mosaic tiles surrounded by lush greenery.

17. Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang

Downtown George Town

Jacquie

฿2,449 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern building with the sign "Victoria Garden Hotel" above the entrance.

18. Victoria Garden Hotel

Downtown George Town

Ian

฿2,178 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A rooftop infinity pool with a cityscape view, including mountains and buildings.

19. 22 Macalisterz

Downtown George Town

Vern E

฿2,243 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a city view.

20. Frame Hotel

Downtown George Town

M

฿1,433 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown George Town

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Cheong Fatt Tze - The Qing Suites	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
Codrington House - Boutique Apartments	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 32 reviews	View
Campbell House	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 414 reviews	View
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 76 reviews	View
88 Armenian	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View

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A traditional Chinese temple complex with pagodas, ornate architecture, and lush greenery.

Batu Ferringhi

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A historic clock tower with a dome and a sign reading "Bangunan Dewan Melayu Pulau Pinang."

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.

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A mosque with a tall minaret and domes, situated by a body of water.

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.

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A coastal scene with multiple tall residential buildings, numerous traditional boats, and large rocks along the shore.

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.

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A rocky shoreline with scattered rocks in the water and a distant island.

Bayan Lepas

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

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Top Downtown George Town Hotel Reviews

1926 Heritage Hotel Penang By The Unlimited Collection

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay here and will be booking again."

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"One of the best hotels - if not the actual best in Malaysia: everything was seamless and exceptional from the welcome to the food to the check out, congratulations to the entire team (front office, back office and housekeeping) for what they do day in day out! A stand out food wise in Penang is the restaurant Lili - exceptional chef, talent to watch!"

G Hotel Gurney

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay at G Hotel Gurney Penang. What stood out to us most was the warm and friendly service. The team was always responsive, attentive and proactive, which made us feel very well taken care of throughout our stay. Our room was clean, spacious and comfortable, with good amenities and everything we needed for a relaxing stay. Breakfast was another highlight, with a very good spread and plenty of choices to start the day. We also enjoyed the convenience of having good restaurants within the hotel. The location is excellent too, with Gurney Plaza just next to the hotel, making shopping and dining so easy. Overall, a very comfortable and enjoyable stay with lovely hospitality, good food and a great location. We would be happy to stay here again."

OZO George Town Penang

10/10 Excellent

"It was a wonderful experience we stayed in OZO . The bed is super comfy and we have a really good sleep . The stuff was super nice and super helpful . And love the parking system with lift . We don’t have to drive all the way up to the multilevel parking . Simply drive your car into the lift and it will bring you to the parking lot . It was an easy and quick parking system . Well done 👍 Dont worry the Ozo stuff will be there to assist you . Would love to come back again 👍😍 From. Jim & Jasica"

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Our top choices for Downtown George Town hotels

1. JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

2. St.Giles Wembley Penang

3. The Prestige Hotel Penang

4. Le Dream Boutique Hotel

5. OZO George Town Penang

6. Muntri Grove

7. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Qing Suites

8. The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

9. lyf Georgetown Penang

10. The George Penang By The Crest Collection

11. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

12. Cititel Penang

13. Eastern And Oriental Hotel

14. Courtyard by Marriott Penang

15. Ascott Gurney Penang

16. Hotel NEO+ Penang by ASTON

17. Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang

18. Victoria Garden Hotel

19. 22 Macalisterz

20. Frame Hotel

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Where to stay in Downtown George Town

Batu Ferringhi

Historic George Town

Tanjung Bungah

Tanjung Tokong

Bayan Lepas

Top Downtown George Town Hotel Reviews

1926 Heritage Hotel Penang By The Unlimited Collection

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