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 is steps from KOMTAR, and 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 442 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 Malaya Bicycle Museum 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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A spacious lobby with large windows, wicker furniture, and a bar area.

1. JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

Downtown George Town

seet hao

฿3,375 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

2. St.Giles Wembley Penang

Downtown George Town

Simon de

฿2,817 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hallway with a tiled floor, wicker furniture, and potted plants.

3. Areca Hotel Penang

Downtown George Town

Caroline

฿2,148 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

4. The Prestige Hotel Penang

Downtown George Town

Jeannie

฿4,613 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

5. The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

Downtown George Town

Wayland

฿2,450 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

6. Ascott Gurney Penang

Downtown George Town

Sheri

฿4,682 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel entrance with a fountain and illuminated signage.

7. The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

Downtown George Town

Evelyn

฿6,266 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

8. Hotel NEO+ Penang by ASTON

Downtown George Town

Wilson

฿1,953 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with multiple windows.

9. Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Downtown George Town

Kian Fook

฿2,266 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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

10. Courtyard by Marriott Penang

Downtown George Town

Colum

฿4,533 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with large windows, a dining area, and a view of the sunset.

11. G Hotel Gurney

Downtown George Town

Graham

฿4,835 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, and a large window with a view of a cityscape.

12. Cititel Penang

Downtown George Town

Boon Seng

฿2,156 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

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

13. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

Downtown George Town

Kevin

฿5,516 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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

14. Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Downtown George Town

Xiong

฿8,607 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

15. Le Dream Boutique Hotel

Downtown George Town

SOUZA PAUL FRANCIS

฿1,293 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A rooftop infinity pool with a city view, surrounded by modern buildings and a body of water.

16. OZO George Town Penang

Downtown George Town

Jannah

฿2,210 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A hotel with a pool, outdoor seating, and a facade with the year 1926.

17. 1926 Heritage Hotel Penang By The Unlimited Collection

Downtown George Town

Felicity

฿3,749 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large window overlooking a cityscape and water. It features a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a small table, and a bookshelf with decorative items.

18. Penang Marriott Hotel

Downtown George Town

Wei

฿6,882 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A restaurant interior with wooden furniture, a bar area, and hanging pendant lights.

19. Cititel Express Penang

Downtown George Town

Siew Ghee

฿1,465 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

20. Victoria Garden Hotel

Downtown George Town

Ian

฿2,236 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

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Cheong Fatt Tze - The Qing Suites	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 15 reviews	View
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Codrington House - Boutique Apartments	4.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 31 reviews	View
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A traditional Chinese temple complex with pagodas, ornate architecture, and lush greenery.

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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

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Top Downtown George Town Hotel Reviews

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

10/10 Excellent

"The place is nice and staffs are helpful. Love it. Recommended place to stay"

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

8/10 Good

"Very well located and the staff were extremely kind and helpful. I had enjoyed the live music with a great band. But the mattress was terribly firm. Gave me back pains in the morning. We had buffet dinner on a Friday night and the food was sub standard. The smoked salmon did not look very fresh. The chendol was terrible and the fried chicken was over done. The next night we had rib eye and it was overdone even though we had asked for medium rare. The bathroom needs to be upgraded to a walk in bathroom. But it is still good value for the price."

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!"

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel rooms are big. Although it's not in the latest decorations, the room and bathroom are clean and functional, bed was comfortable with clean linen, meets our needs. The location is excellent. The New Land hawker stalls are literally on the doorstep, we were able to take away the food and enjoy them in the comfort of the airconed hotel room. Many attractions in Georgetown are within walking distance. We will stay at Sunway if we visit Penang again."

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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. Areca Hotel Penang

4. The Prestige Hotel Penang

5. The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

6. Ascott Gurney Penang

7. The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

8. Hotel NEO+ Penang by ASTON

9. Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

10. Courtyard by Marriott Penang

11. G Hotel Gurney

12. Cititel Penang

13. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion

14. Eastern And Oriental Hotel

15. Le Dream Boutique Hotel

16. OZO George Town Penang

17. 1926 Heritage Hotel Penang By The Unlimited Collection

18. Penang Marriott Hotel

19. Cititel Express Penang

20. Victoria Garden Hotel

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Tanjung Tokong

Top Downtown George Town Hotel Reviews

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

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