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Ren I Tang Heritage Inn

George Town

Located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, Ren I Tang Heritage Inn is located in a restored building from the 1800s. Spanning an area of 3 shop house units, the property features free WiFi, a restaurant and small museum on the ground floor, which used to be a medical hall. First and foremost, the friendly staff. Always smiling, very helpgul. The place itself has cosy and homely atmosphere. Good breakfast.

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9.4
Superb
1,084 reviews
Price from
£52
per night

LiLi Stay Lebuh Melayu

George Town

Located within 2.4 km of Northam Beach and less than 1 km of Wonderfood Museum, LiLi Stay Lebuh Melayu offers rooms in George Town. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides room service and luggage storage space for guests.

Popular points of interest near the inn include 1st Avenue Penang, Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and Penang Times Square. Penang International Airport is 14 km away. Very friendly staff. The room was very clean and the private bathroom was the best I had in Malaysia. The location was very good. Very close to the tourist area but also just 10 min away from the shopping mall. It is a little further to go to little india but easy to walk.

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9.2
Superb
254 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Aayu Melayu

George Town

With a shared bathroom equipped with a bidet and slippers, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi. At the guest house, all units come with bed linen and towels.

Penang Times Square is 1.5 km from the guest house, while Wonderfood Museum is less than 1 km away. Penang International Airport is 14 km from the property. Cozy and clean place to stay in Penang. The location is very close to interesting places to visit in Georgetown. My friend and I had really great experience in Penang thanks to suggestions from the owner.

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9.6
Exceptional
235 reviews
Price from
£33
per night

Aayu Stewart

George Town

The units at the guest house are equipped with a seating area. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the guest house, all units include bed linen and towels. Wanted to stay in a Heritage House during our stay in Georgetown and this place was ideal as regards location price & cleanliness - self check in was straightforward and communication with the owner was via WhatsApp message as required - the Daily Dose Cafe next door does a wonderful breakfast

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9.6
Exceptional
485 reviews
Price from
£35
per night

24 Kimberley

George Town

24 Kimberley is located in George Town, 700 metres from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, 1.3 km from Penang Times Square, and 1 km from Wonderfood Museum. The air-conditioned accommodation is 700 metres from 1st Avenue Penang. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Northam Beach is 1.9 km away.

Straits Quay is 7.3 km from the guest house, while Penang Botanic Gardens is 7.3 km away. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 14 km from 24 Kimberley. The host Bobo is very kind and she did everything to make me more enjoyable. She can tell you everything you need in the town, including history of the town and where to go for food. Room is clean and cozy. Location is very good as in the middle of every tourist attractions. Food night market just 3 min away.

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9
Superb
531 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Cocoa Mews Cafe and Homestay

George Town

Located in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach, Cocoa Mews Cafe and Homestay provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free WiFi and a shared kitchen. The property is around 2 km from Penang Times Square, 8.2 km from Straits Quay and 8.2 km from Penang Botanic Gardens. Penang Hill is 9.4 km from the guest house and Queensbay Mall is 12 km away. Location in the heart of the city,just walk on foot to explore the street.Drinks,noodle,bread & biscuits are provided in the homestay.

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9.2
Superb
543 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

My Guesthouse 109 - SELF CHECK IN

George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach, My Guesthouse 109 - SELF CHECK IN features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. Boasting free bikes, the guest house is close to several noted attractions, around 500 metres from 1st Avenue Penang, less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and a 16-minute walk from Penang Times Square. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. This place is perfect to rest after sightseeing, close to great cafes and restaurants Rooms are very clean, beds comfortable. Cats are cute 😍

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9
Superb
466 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Vintage House

George Town

At the guest house, every unit is fitted with a desk. There is a private bathroom with shower in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the guest house, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. One of the best stays I've ever had. Clean rooms and bathrooms. Kindest host. I'm so grateful.. I came across this amazing property. Cheah is just lovely. She helps with all local things. Can't wait to visit again.

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9.5
Exceptional
375 reviews
Price from
£25
per night

Li's Inn

George Town

Li's Inn is situated in George Town, within 1.8 km of Penang Times Square and 8.4 km of Straits Quay. The property is located 8.7 km from Penang Botanic Gardens, 9.1 km from Penang Hill and 12 km from Queensbay Mall. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.4 km from Northam Beach. Amazing location with nice views and staff was too helpful ..room was neat and clean too..

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9.7
Exceptional
26 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Pine Muntri

George Town

There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels.

Penang Botanic Gardens is 7.9 km from the guest house, while Penang Hill is 10 km from the property. Penang International Airport is 15 km away. Great location and clean. Host is very helpful

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9.1
Superb
12 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

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