Downtown George Town

George Town

A coastal cityscape with a prominent modern skyscraper, traditional buildings, and a marina with several boats.
A building with ornate balconies and large windows.
A variety of skewered foods displayed on shelves with price tags.
A temple with ornate architecture, including a dragon statue and a seated figure.
A traditional temple with ornate architecture, a red roof, and golden decorations.

Stay near popular Downtown George Town attractions

A city skyline with tall buildings along a waterfront at dusk.

Gurney Drive

8.0/10 (1,315 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.
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Downtown 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$3,943 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
NT$3,943
NT$4,363 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (671 reviews)
"A well thought out hotel with guest amenities curated to perfection!"

Reviewed on 2026/10/24

The Prestige Hotel Penang
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$2,565 per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
NT$2,565
NT$3,131 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff were absolutely great.. breakfast was ok example beans were cold.. lounge staff were great but basic. Website pics should be updated as deceiving."

Reviewed on 2026/10/22

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine George Town
The price is NT$1,840 per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
NT$1,840
NT$2,268 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (300 reviews)
"The hotel was excellent. Beautiful big rooms, a wonderful infinity pool, kind staff, and a shuttle service that took guests to breakfast spots in the morning. Walking distance to the main streets in Georgetown. Would stay again with no hesitation."

Reviewed on 2026/10/20

The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang
OZO George Town Penang

OZO George Town Penang

3.5 out of 5
166 Jalan Argyll George Town
The price is NT$1,796 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
NT$1,796
NT$2,035 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (327 reviews)
"The bathroom need more care. There is stains in my bed cover"

Reviewed on 2026/10/29

OZO George Town Penang
The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
55, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah George Town Penang
The price is NT$5,451 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
NT$5,451
NT$5,991 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and KOMTAR are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
"Beautiful room with great view"

Reviewed on 2026/10/14

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
Fifth Avenue Hotel

Fifth Avenue Hotel

3 out of 5
8, Lebuh Macallum George Town Penang
The price is NT$3,127 per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
NT$3,127
NT$3,473 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (10 reviews)
"Clean room , staff was politie"

Reviewed on 2026/8/27

Fifth Avenue Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown George Town

Find the best Downtown George Town areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional Chinese temple complex with pagodas, ornate architecture, and lush greenery.

Batu Ferringhi

Batu Ferringhi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.

A historic clock tower with a dome and a sign reading "Bangunan Dewan Melayu Pulau Pinang."
Photo by Karen Fil Reyna
Open Photo by Karen Fil Reyna

Historic George Town

If you're spending some time in Historic George Town, Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal are top sights worth seeing.

A mosque with a tall minaret and domes, situated by a body of water.

Tanjung Bungah

Tanjung Bungah is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of George Town.

A coastal scene with multiple tall residential buildings, numerous traditional boats, and large rocks along the shore.

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.

A rocky shoreline with scattered rocks in the water and a distant island.

Bayan Lepas

If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown George Town