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 1st Avenue 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
The price is ₩89,432 per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
₩89,432
₩109,697 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23, 2025
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! (1,001 reviews)
"It's every central and walkable to most of the tourist attraction."

Reviewed on Dec 9, 2024

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Cititel Penang
Cititel Penang
4 out of 5
66 Jalan Penang, George Town
The price is ₩58,085 per night from Jan 7 to Jan 8
₩58,085
₩73,999 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (647 reviews)
"Everywhere is clean. Once u enter lobby the smell is so fresh."

Reviewed on Dec 19, 2024

Cititel Penang
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
5 out of 5
Jalan Batu Feringgi, George Town, Penang
The price is ₩201,622 per night from Jan 19 to Jan 20
₩201,622
₩242,081 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Nothing much to comment"

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2024

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
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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! (155 reviews)
"I like the cleanliness and helpful staff."

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2024

The Granite Luxury Hotel
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! (110 reviews)
"Walkable"

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2024

The Landmark by Katana
Family Suite Sunrise Gurney Penang
Family Suite Sunrise Gurney Penang
3 out of 5
68 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Pulau Pinang
Stay at this 3-star apartment in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (66 reviews)
"Excellent sea view and easy access to the park, eateries and shopping within walking distance. Comfortable stay with good and complete amenities in the unit including washing machine."

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2024

Family Suite Sunrise Gurney Penang
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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
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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
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
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