Downtown George Town Travel Guide

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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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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 ₹7,408 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
₹7,408
₹9,042 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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 ...
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja George Town
The price is ₹10,637 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
₹10,637
₹11,855 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
The Prestige Hotel Penang
The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

The Granite Luxury Hotel Penang

3 out of 5
191. Jalan Magazine George Town
The price is ₹5,299 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
₹5,299
₹6,531 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a health club and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (299 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 20 Oct 2026

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 ₹5,186 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹5,186
₹5,878 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (321 reviews)
"Great hotel rooms, location and staff. Pool is a real plus. Very good breakfast and really kind service."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

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 ₹15,742 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹15,742
₹17,302 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and KOMTAR are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (78 reviews)
"Beautiful room with great view"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection
Fifth Avenue Hotel

Fifth Avenue Hotel

3 out of 5
8, Lebuh Macallum George Town Penang
The price is ₹9,665 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
₹9,665
₹10,785 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (10 reviews)
"Clean room , staff was politie"

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Fifth Avenue Hotel
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Where to stay in Downtown George Town

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A traditional Chinese temple complex with pagodas, ornate architecture, and lush greenery.

Batu Ferringhi

Travellers to Batu Ferringhi praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by 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

A noteworthy feature of Tanjung Bungah is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach.

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 neighbourhood.

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 Travel Guide

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