Penang Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Penang featuring rainforest, a waterfall and forests
Penang showing street scenes and a small town or village
Penang showing street scenes and tropical scenes
Georgetown featuring central business district, boating and general coastal views
Penang National Park which includes a garden

Where to stay in Penang Island

Georgetown which includes cbd, a high-rise building and boating

Downtown George Town

4/5(202 area reviews)

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

Downtown George Town
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Bayan Lepas

4/5(12 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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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.

Bayan Baru
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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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Clan Jetty

Clan Jetty is well liked for its historical sites. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater George Town area, you might plan a trip to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal or Pinang Peranakan Mansion.

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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
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
PARKROYAL Penang Resort
4.5 out of 5
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is AU$213 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$213
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Always A Good Choice
"I've been coming here for over 30 years. The hotel is showing its age a bit but the location is great, the staff are excellent and the facilities are top quality."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

PARKROYAL Penang Resort
Ascott Gurney Penang
Ascott Gurney Penang
4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is AU$189 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
AU$189
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (168 reviews)
"Convenient locations with shops nearby"

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
Vouk Hotel Suites
Vouk Hotel Suites
4 out of 5
57-G-3 Mansion One, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, Georgetown, George Town
The price is AU$74 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
AU$74
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (473 reviews)
"Staff were very welcoming and friendly. The price was reasonable and location was great. The building and room was nice although there were a few things that could have been better. The mini fridge was not working properly and was not cold, the carpet in the hallway was really worn out and unfortunately ..."

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Vouk Hotel Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Granite Luxury Hotel
The Granite Luxury Hotel
3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine, George Town
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (170 reviews)
"Nice hotel in a good location with very pleasant employees.Only thing I would change is a heated pool"

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

The Granite Luxury Hotel
lyf Georgetown Penang by The Ascott Limited
lyf Georgetown Penang by The Ascott Limited
4 out of 5
No. 2A Jalan Penang, Seksyen 14, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
Good new vibe ! Great choice !
"Excellent nee hotel with new Gen Z and Alfa Baby families near city centre and beach by E & O hotel ! Redy in 2025 for 2025 and beyond !"

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

lyf Georgetown Penang by The Ascott Limited
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
5 out of 5
55 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are ...
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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