Bayan Baru Travel Guide

George Town

Things to do

The Top Penang Admission Ticket

Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

฿435
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

฿74
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
The Habitat Penang Hill Admission Ticket

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

฿443
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

฿480
per adult
Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
ESCAPE

Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket

฿1,774
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket
The Top Komtar Penang Observation Deck and Rainbow Skywalk Ticket

The Top Komtar Penang Observation Deck and Rainbow Skywalk Ticket

฿703
per adult
The Top Komtar Penang Observation Deck and Rainbow Skywalk Ticket
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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
The price is ฿2,789 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿2,789
฿3,118 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 attractions ...
Amari SPICE Penang
Olive Tree Hotel

Olive Tree Hotel

4 out of 5
76, Jalan Mahsuri George Town Penang
The price is ฿2,069 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿2,069
฿2,341 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Penang International Sports ...
8.4/10 Very good! (838 reviews)
"Staff were extremely helpful."

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Olive Tree Hotel
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

4 out of 5
Jalan Batu Feringgi George Town Penang
The price is ฿3,281 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿3,281
฿3,978 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf resort in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)
"Mosquito in room got bit everyday even though I killed mosquito more would come in everyday. Little tiny bugs in room. Positive Large extensive buffet breakfast. Best breakfast of my trip"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

Shangri-La Golden Sands, 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 ฿2,953 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿2,953
฿3,591 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room and good location"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

5 out of 5
Jalan Batu Feringgi George Town Penang
The price is ฿5,741 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿5,741
฿6,881 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine George Town
The price is ฿1,990 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿1,990
฿2,447 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (278 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly front desk staff. Clean and spacious room."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang
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A traditional temple with ornate architecture, a red roof, and golden decorations.

Downtown George Town

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from The Top at Komatar to KOMTAR – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A beach at sunset with people, boats, and a kite.
Photo by Adriana Arif
Open Photo by Adriana Arif

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.

A traditional ornate temple with a red roof and golden decorations.
Photo by Sch_Lauri
Open Photo by Sch_Lauri

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.

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.

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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