Bayan Baru Travel Guide

George Town

Popular places to visit

Gurney Drive

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.

Gurney Drive
KOMTAR which includes a skyscraper

KOMTAR

4/5(49 reviews)

Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment.

KOMTAR
Penang Hill

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.

Penang Hill
Queensbay Mall

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.

Queensbay Mall
Ferringgi Beach

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.

Ferringgi Beach
Kek Lok Si Temple featuring heritage architecture and a temple or place of worship

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.

Kek Lok Si Temple

Things to do

Armenian Street

Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)

฿4,342
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

Malaysia Airalo eSIM Ultimate Data Package

฿76
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia Airalo eSIM Ultimate Data Package
Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

฿2,851
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Discover Georgetown's Colonial Charm

Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour

฿2,916
per adult
Georgetown And Penang City Highlights Half Day Tour
Enjoy breathtaking views of Penang from the top floor of the city's tallest building

THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket

฿761
per adult
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
Penang Hill

Penang Day Trip with Temple and Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane)

฿4,925
per adult
Penang Day Trip with Temple and Penang Hill Tickets (Fast Lane)
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Top hotels in Bayan Baru

Amari SPICE Penang
Amari SPICE Penang
4 out of 5
2 Persiaran Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas, George Town, Penang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,741 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿2,741
฿3,061 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (218 reviews)
"Breakfast service can be improved. 1st day - over easy eggs were with broken egg yolk 2nd day - no more egg at 830am 3rd day - I was told how to order my eggs when he is not listening when I place my order 4th day - over easy eggs were burnt in 1 side and with broken egg yolk Very disappointed"

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Amari SPICE Penang
Olive Tree Hotel
Olive Tree Hotel
4 out of 5
76, Jalan Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas, George Town, Penang
The price is ฿2,169 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿2,169
฿2,443 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Queensbay Mall and Penang ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (806 reviews)
"Comfortable"

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

Olive Tree Hotel
Ascott Gurney Penang
Ascott Gurney Penang
4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is ฿3,870 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿3,870
฿4,280 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (190 reviews)
"This is the 3rd we are staying at the Ascott Gurney Penang. We have always liked the amenities of the Ascott, especially the in-room washer/dryer and spacious rooms. The cost to stay at this hotel is very expensive. I wish the price can be further improved, or allow us to earn points while paying ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
4.5 out of 5
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is ฿6,182 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
฿6,182
฿7,394 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Whatever expectations I had were met and exceeded beyond my imagination. I really enjoyed my stay at the Park Royal resort in Penang. The staff is very warm and welcoming and so very helpful, especially Osman and Ali. The property is gorgeous and is very well kept. I definitely will come back to ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Ixora Hotel
Ixora Hotel
4 out of 5
Jalan Baru, Bandar Perai Jaya, Perai, Penang
The price is ฿1,380 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
฿1,380
฿1,590 total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Perai. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions KOMTAR and Megamall Pinang ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (319 reviews)
"Renovation in progress...keep it up"

Reviewed on 29 May 2025

Ixora Hotel
Citadines Prai Penang
Citadines Prai Penang
4 out of 5
G 01 MENARA SENTRAL, JALAN JURU SENTRAL, Bukit Mertajam
The price is ฿2,096 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿2,096
฿2,364 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (87 reviews)
"10/10 for me everything’s is in there close for everything we need , the staff and the amenities of the property are awesome very recommended ."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Citadines Prai Penang
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Other neighbourhoods around Bayan Baru

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Pagar Buluh

While Pagar Buluh may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Penang International Sports Arena and Snake Temple.

Pagar Buluh
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Kampung Sungai Nibong

4/5(1 area review)

Kampung Sungai Nibong is well liked for its shopping. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena.

Kampung Sungai Nibong
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Sungai Dua

When in Sungai Dua, you can plan a visit to Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sungai Dua
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Relau

While Relau may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall.

Relau
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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.

Bayan Lepas
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Gelugor

Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.

Gelugor

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