Downtown George Town Travel Guide

George Town

Georgetown which includes cbd, a high-rise building and boating
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town
Penang showing a cascade, rainforest and forests
Penang showing a small town or village and street scenes

Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Downtown George Town

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is ₹6,522 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
₹6,522
₹7,961 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Lovely hotel, staff and great location
"Wonderful stay. Excellent breakfast buffet each morning! Good location and nice pool!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

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 ₹10,272 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
₹10,272
₹11,359 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (202 reviews)
"Second time staying here, enjoyed the service and the pool!"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Ascott Gurney Penang
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 ₹5,778 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
₹5,778
₹7,083 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Value for money"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

3.5 out of 5
33, New Lane, (off Macalister Road), Georgetown, George Town, Penang
The price is ₹4,574 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
₹4,574
₹5,642 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Location is good, but need to improve breakfast menu, very limited options."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Courtyard by Marriott Penang

Courtyard by Marriott Penang

4 out of 5
218D JALAN MACALISTER, George Town
The price is ₹9,181 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
₹9,181
₹10,180 total
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (158 reviews)
Enjoyed this hotel
"Really enjoyed this hotel, clean and comfortable, great location. Shame the pool was getting renovated while we were there."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Penang
Cititel Penang

Cititel Penang

4 out of 5
66 Jalan Penang, George Town
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹3,336 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
₹3,336
₹4,316 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (736 reviews)
"Very nice stay here. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent. On-site parking is simple and convenient. Close walking distance to many great places around town"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Cititel Penang
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown George Town

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Clan Jetty

Clan Jetty is well liked for its historical 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
Fort Cornwallis showing 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

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pulau Tikus and surrounding area, you can visit 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.

Tanjung Pinang
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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 neighbourhood.

Tanjung Tokong
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Gelugor

Travellers enjoy Gelugor for its cafes and monuments. Consider checking out Penang Bridge West End while you're in the area.

Gelugor


Downtown George Town Travel Guide