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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. Clean spacious room with plenty of hot water in the shower, steady wifi signal, large and relaxing common area with tea/coffee, cookies and delicious bread from the oldest bakery in Penang. You cannot beat the location, it is so close to many attractions and food stalls, and yet it is quiet and peaceful. The host is very hospitable and helpful. Excellent stay, do not hesitate.

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9.6
Exceptional
301 reviews
Price from
€ 26
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. i really like the vibes that give me home, bobo was so nice and caring of me, thank you so much for the hospitality, defininetely come back again if i go to penang later

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9
Superb
478 reviews
Price from
€ 14
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. Probably the best homestay I've ever been, in Malaysia for sure. The 3 hosts are all amazing person and you can fell it from the atmosphere inside the house. They put love and care in every little details of this charming and historic house. They take care of you, give veery detailed and exhaustive advice of what to see and to do in town, so you can experience the real and authentic George Town. There is always water and some snack and fruit for free ready for you, and in the morning also a little tast of real Malaysian food. Thank you guys, you are amazing. Most important, there are at least 3 lovely cats that makes this "house a home". Also perfect location in the heart of the beautiful city of George Town.

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9.2
Superb
468 reviews
Price from
€ 17
per night

My Guesthouse 109 - SELF CHECK IN

George Town

My Guesthouse 109 - SELF CHECK IN is located in the bustling George Town. The no-frills accommodation offers guests access to a shared lounge to socialize or simply relax. Free WiFi access is available. Lovely and friendly cats you can pet all day. Everything you might need is provided by the host. This palce is simply wonderfull. Don't miss out on it.

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9
Superb
349 reviews
Price from
€ 23
per night

Vintage House

George Town

Conveniently located in Georgetown, Vintage House offers homely and comfortable accommodation with free WiFi access in the entire property. It features a small garden, terrace and common lounge area.

Simply furnished, air-conditioned rooms come with wooden flooring, a desk, wardrobe and clothes rack. Guests have access to either a shared or private bathroom with shower facility and free toiletries. Everything, but specially the interaction and interest about giving information of Cheah the owner. She is very concerned at giving the best advices for the staying in Georgetown And taking care of guests

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9.5
Exceptional
281 reviews
Price from
€ 27
per night

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. I loved the historic charm and decor of the whole building, the incredible attension to detail, the lovely ambiance and music in the café/breakfast hall,the friendly staff, the location, the unique and spacious room. The Inn was an attraction in itself and I did not want to leave.

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9.3
Superb
850 reviews
Price from
€ 55
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. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 14 km from Aayu Melayu. Good location near the centre. The property itself is quiet though. Helpful staff, provided plenty of recommendations. Beautiful old house and interior.

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9.7
Exceptional
85 reviews
Price from
€ 32
per night

Peranakan Suites Georgetown

George Town

Situated within 2.3 km of Northam Beach and 100 metres of Wonderfood Museum, Peranakan Suites Georgetown features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town. This recently renovated guest house is located 1.5 km from 1st Avenue Penang and 1.7 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar. Penang Botanic Gardens is 8.5 km from the guest house and Penang Hill is 10 km away.

At the guest house, the traditional restaurant is open for dinner and lunch and specialises in Malaysian cuisine. The host and staff is responsible and very sincere in handling things, the manager very kind for help us although ge is very busy in handling a event at ground floor

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9.7
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
€ 68
per night

Stewart Hotel at 67 By EVR - Newly Renovated 2024

George Town

Set within 1.9 km of Northam Beach and 600 metres of Wonderfood Museum, Stewart Hotel at 67 By EVR - Newly Renovated 2024 offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town. The property is around 7.9 km from Straits Quay, 7.9 km from Penang Botanic Gardens and 10 km from Penang Hill. The guest house has family rooms. The hotel rooms are relatively clean and the service is very good. The hotel is located next to Love Lane, very nice.

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9.1
Superb
9 reviews
Price from
€ 43
per night

Designer Guesthouse Pulau Tikus & Gurney Drive, Georgetown, Penang

George Town

Located in George Town, 2.1 km from Northam Beach and 2.8 km from Penang Botanic Gardens, Designer Guesthouse Pulau Tikus & Gurney Drive, Georgetown, Penang provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 3.7 km from Straits Quay. Spacious and cozy design guesthouse,feel like home.friendly owner,children friendly guesthouse ,near to gurney drive and easy access to Georgetown for food trips.highly recommended ♥️

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9.9
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
€ 230
per night

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