Historic George Town

George Town

Fort Cornwallis which includes heritage architecture
Kapitan Keling Mosque which includes a mosque, heritage architecture and religious aspects
Pinang Peranakan Mansion showing interior views and a castle
Kapitan Keling Mosque showing religious elements, heritage architecture and a mosque
Kapitan Keling Mosque featuring a mosque

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Historic George Town Hotel Deals

The Prestige Hotel Penang
The Prestige Hotel Penang
5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja, George Town
The price is NT$3,510 per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
NT$3,510
NT$3,880 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (515 reviews)
Clean and comfortable
"Friendly staff. Clean room. Excellent location near to cafe and good food. Nespresso is a treat."

Reviewed on 2025/7/5

The Prestige Hotel Penang
Royale Chulan Penang
Royale Chulan Penang
4 out of 5
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Attentive staff. Top class venue. Best location."

Reviewed on 2025/5/27

Royale Chulan Penang
Victoria Garden Hotel
Victoria Garden Hotel
3.5 out of 5
280 Lebuh Victoria, George Town, Pulau Pinang
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (155 reviews)
A lovely place.
"Very enjoyable in the heart of Georgetown so easy walking around in the evenings. Staff were helpful, offered a packed breakfast for us on our early departure. Thanks so much."

Reviewed on 2025/5/12

Victoria Garden Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel
Seven Terraces Hotel
4 out of 5
Stewart Lane, Georgetown, George Town, Penang
The price is NT$4,149 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
NT$4,149
NT$4,570 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (252 reviews)
"Amazing property. Do not hesitate to book, it’s a wonderful Penang experience"

Reviewed on 2025/7/7

Seven Terraces Hotel
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is NT$2,192 per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
NT$2,192
NT$2,675 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Comfortable stay, good as it it centralised"

Reviewed on 2025/7/8

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Ascott Gurney Penang
Ascott Gurney Penang
4 out of 5
18 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, George Town, Penang
The price is NT$3,452 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
NT$3,452
NT$3,817 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
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! (194 reviews)
"Our room had a great view, was spacious and incredibly clean. The filtered water tap was a nice touch and the pool and gym facilities were immaculate."

Reviewed on 2025/6/30

Ascott Gurney 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.

Other neighborhoods around Historic George Town

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Clan Jetty

Clan Jetty is well-liked for its historic 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.

Clan Jetty
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.

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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 Paragon.

Pulau Tikus
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Tanjung Pinang

If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.

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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 neighborhood.

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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

Historic George Town