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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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 413 reviews	View
88 Armenian	4.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection	5.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 75 reviews	View

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

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.

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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 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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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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Top Downtown George Town Hotel Reviews

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

10/10 Excellent

"Air con was super strong which is good. Place is clean though the furniture are a little dated. Opposite the park allows for great morning and evening walk/jog."

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"

Muntri Grove

10/10 Excellent

"Spacious comfortable room with decent air conditioning and spotlessly clean. Good and adjustable shower with huge shower room and nice sitting area in the room. Staff were always helpful and friendly, and there good recommendations for dining and spa treatments. Free ice cream available in the pool area and filtered water available to help yourself. A great location for exploring Georgetown. Music from local bars carried at night but generally stopped by 1am latest and didn’t stop us sleeping."

Citadines Connect Cecil Georgetown Penang

8/10 Good

"Good location but with limited parking spaces available. Very near to the Cecil street market. Room's hangers have to be changed, the plastic clip is not holding the hanger anymore! Tried the black coffee at lobby, it's complimentary but would be better to get local coffee from food market or nearby Altertaste cafe!"

Frequently asked questions

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.

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1. JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

2. St.Giles Wembley Penang

3. The Prestige Hotel Penang

4. OZO George Town Penang

5. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Qing Suites

6. Le Dream Boutique Hotel

7. Muntri Grove

8. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

9. The George Penang By The Crest Collection

10. Ascott Gurney Penang

11. lyf Georgetown Penang

12. Cititel Penang

13. Eastern And Oriental Hotel

14. The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

15. Penang Marriott Hotel

16. Courtyard by Marriott Penang

17. Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

18. Victoria Garden Hotel

19. Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang

20. Areca Hotel Penang

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Where to stay in Downtown George Town

Batu Ferringhi

Historic George Town

Tanjung Bungah

Bayan Lepas

Tanjung Tokong

Top Downtown George Town Hotel Reviews

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

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