Downtown George Town

George Town

Georgetown showing central business district, a high rise building and boating
Downtown George Town featuring heritage elements
Downtown George Town which includes food and markets
Penang which includes a cascade, forests and rainforest
Penang featuring a small town or village and street scenes

Popular places to visit

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
KOMTAR showing a high rise building

KOMTAR

3.5/5(63 reviews)

Learn about the local history of George Town with a stop at KOMTAR. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

KOMTAR
Pinang Peranakan Mansion showing interior views

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

4.5/5(36 reviews)

You can learn about the history of George Town with a stop at Pinang Peranakan Mansion. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Pinang Peranakan Mansion
Penang City Hall showing an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

Penang City Hall

4/5(14 reviews)

You can learn about the history of George Town when you stop by Penang City Hall. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Penang City Hall
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

You can learn about the history of George Town with a stop at Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
Fort Cornwallis featuring heritage architecture and signage as well as a couple

Fort Cornwallis

3.5/5(21 reviews)

You can learn about the history of George Town with a stop at Fort Cornwallis. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Fort Cornwallis

Downtown George Town Hotel Deals

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is SAR 221 per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
SAR 221
SAR 272 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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)
"Convenient"

Reviewed on 30 January 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Cititel Penang
Cititel Penang
4 out of 5
66 Jalan Penang, George Town
The price is SAR 176 per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
SAR 176
SAR 223 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
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! (676 reviews)
Great Hotel.
"Great staff, good room and good selection breakfast. Would return again."

Reviewed on 5 February 2025

Cititel Penang
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
3.5 out of 5
33, New Lane, (off Macalister Road), Georgetown, George Town, Penang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 249 per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
SAR 249
SAR 304 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-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! (986 reviews)
"Every time I come to Penang, I stay at Sunway Georgetown because of the excellent service, clean rooms, and especially the comfortable bed. The location is also very convenient for getting around. I will definitely come back again. Tuk - Bangkok."

Reviewed on 17 December 2024

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Courtyard by Marriott Penang
4 out of 5
218D JALAN MACALISTER, George Town
The price is SAR 339 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
SAR 339
SAR 377 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (135 reviews)
"Modern updated hotel with large rooms near many attractions.(5-12 minutes by car) great breakfast buffet and staff. 21st floor seaview room with nice views from a distance. Definitely would return"

Reviewed on 31 January 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Le Dream Boutique Hotel
Le Dream Boutique Hotel
3.5 out of 5
139, Jalan Pintal Tali, George Town, Penang
The price is SAR 143 per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
SAR 143
SAR 166 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (999 reviews)
"Firstly, friendly and helpful staff who is good in English. The room is clean and comfy. Environment is great as it is walking distance to shopping centers, cafes and more importantly, local street food! Message place is also near by. But have to Googled just in case. I don't really need to travel ..."

Reviewed on 4 February 2025

Le Dream Boutique Hotel
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
4.5 out of 5
53 Persiaran Gurney, George Town, Penang
The price is SAR 272 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
SAR 272
SAR 332 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
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 in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Repeat customer. Third time back in his hotel but this time was a disappointment. I booked and paid on 27 DEC. Arrived at the hotel on 31 JAN receptionist said cannot find my booking because was booked last minute?? Wasted 20-25 mins and another receptionist-Mariyam or Mariah sorted out a room for ..."

Reviewed on 3 February 2025

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown 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 Kapitan Keling Mosque.

Clan Jetty
Fort Cornwallis which includes heritage architecture

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.

Historic George Town
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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 Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza.

Pulau Tikus
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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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Taman Happy Valley

Though Taman Happy Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kek Lok Si Temple and Penang Hill.

Taman Happy Valley
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Tanjung Bungah

4/5(26 area reviews)

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

Tanjung Bungah

Downtown George Town

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