Gelugor Travel Guide
George Town





Popular places to visit

Gurney Drive
During your trip to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Penang Hill
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.

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

Gurney Plaza
During your visit to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

Ferringgi Beach
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.

Queensbay Mall
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.
Things to do

Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket

Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)

Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour

Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Gelugor

Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Everything about the hotel is perfect
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Iconic Regency Service Residences - Managed by Iconic Hotel
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Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

U Hotel Penang
Good hotel for stopover in Penang.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Iconic Regency by Stellar ALV
Nice and tidy place. Only disruption was very loud morning prayer call. No Netflix only local tv, no English Channel.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Friendly staff at reception and bar. We didn't have breakfast or dinner since we wanted to try local foods in local restaurants in the village.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Amari SPICE Penang
Checked in was very smooth, "Yaya" from the checked in counter was very helpful and she even call the room to check is everything ok. Breakfast spread was superb. The only setback was the pillow for my 4 nights stay, to soft, maybe hotel can invest for a better pillow, a bit firm should be nice.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gelugor

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.

Kampung Sungai Nibong
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.

Taman Happy Valley
When in Taman Happy Valley, you can plan a visit to Bats' Cave Temple and Penang Hill, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.

Bayan Baru
Bayan Baru might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown George Town
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to 1st Avenue Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.

