Penang Island

Travel Guide
Penang which includes a cascade, forests and rainforest
Penang featuring a small town or village and street scenes
Penang showing tropical scenes and street scenes
Georgetown showing central business district, a high rise building and boating
Penang National Park showing a park

Where to stay in Penang Island

Georgetown showing central business district, a high rise building and boating

Downtown George Town

4.5/5(279 area reviews)

Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and Prangin Mall.

Downtown George Town
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Bayan Lepas

3.5/5(26 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

While Bayan Baru isn't home to many top sights, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bayan Baru
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Gelugor

4/5(6 area reviews)

Visitors to Gelugor like its cafes and monuments, and Penang Bridge West End is a sight worth a stop.

Gelugor
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Kampung Sungai Nibong

3/5(2 area reviews)

Kampung Sungai Nibong is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena while you're in town.

Kampung Sungai Nibong
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Pulau Tikus

Though Pulau Tikus might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Drive.

Pulau Tikus
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₩109,850 per night from Nov 29 to Nov 30
₩109,850
₩133,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2024

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
4 out of 5
Jalan Batu Feringgi, George Town, Penang
The price is ₩103,170 per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
₩103,170
₩125,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Book a stay at this beach resort in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"A lovely historic hotel that was comfortable and enjoyable. The restaurant was great."

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2024

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
Angsana Teluk Bahang
Angsana Teluk Bahang
5 out of 5
11, Jalan Teluk Bahang, George Town, Penang
The price is ₩135,059 per night from Dec 3 to Dec 4
₩135,059
₩149,928 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (165 reviews)
"A relaxing stay"

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2024

Angsana Teluk Bahang
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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! (157 reviews)
"Das Zimmer war groß, schön und sauber. Das Personal war sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend. Leider war das Bett sehr hart, was auch die angebotenen Ersatzkissen nicht verbessern konnten. Wir hatten unser Zimmer in der 4. Etage, der Straßenlärm war leider stark durch die geschlossenen Fenster zu ..."

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024

The Granite Luxury Hotel
Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang
Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang
4 out of 5
No. 202 Lebuh Noordin, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Swettenham Pier Cruise ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (43 reviews)
"From our welcome at check-in through to our final day, our 12 day stay at Cittadines Connect Georgetown was a pleasure. The spacious foyer with plenty of seating options and coffee on hand, set the tone for our very comfortable King room. Buffet breakfasts were enjoyable with plenty of options. All ..."

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2024

Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang
The Landmark by Katana
The Landmark by Katana
3.5 out of 5
The Landmark by Katana, A-7-1, 100A, Jalan Tanjung Tokong, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly apartment in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Gurney Plaza and Gurney ...
7.6/10 Good! (107 reviews)
"Walkable"

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2024

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Popular places to visit

Penang Hill

Penang Hill

4.5/5(105 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
Gurney Drive

Gurney Drive

4/5(58 reviews)

During your trip to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Drive. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Gurney Drive
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Queensbay Mall

4/5(29 reviews)

During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Queensbay Mall
KOMTAR showing a high rise building

KOMTAR

3.5/5(63 reviews)

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

KOMTAR
Spectacular sunset at the Straits of Malacca makes the travelling worthwhile. If you stay in one of the luxury hotels lining the beach, do get a beach facing unit with a balcony.

Ferringgi Beach

4/5(53 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Batu Ferringhi. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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

Kek Lok Si Temple

4/5(57 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

Cities near Penang Island

George Town featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture

George Town

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Little India

Tanjung Tokong

Tanjung Tokong

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Teluk Kumbar