Historic George Town Travel Guide

George Town

A calm waterfront with boats, a pier, and distant cityscape.
A wooden pier extending into calm waters with a small building at the end.
A waterway with wooden structures, a boat, and buildings in the background.
A bridge with a covered walkway over water, leading to a building with a red roof.
A waterfront scene with a red building, calm water, and a city skyline in the background.

Stay near popular Historic George Town attractions

An ornate interior with a staircase, traditional furniture, and decorative elements.

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

8.8/10 (272 reviews)
This stately mansion beautifully captures what life was for a wealthy Straits Chinese family in the 19th century.
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Top hotels in Historic George Town

The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

5 out of 5
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja George Town
The price is ₹10,631 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
₹10,631
₹11,848 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (670 reviews)
"A well thought out hotel with guest amenities curated to perfection!"

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

The Prestige Hotel Penang
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

2 out of 5
139, Lebuh Carnarvon George Town Penang
The price is ₹2,503 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
₹2,503
₹2,983 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Female desk clerk are not friendly at all. Breakfast buffet is very good. Shower room is dirty. Lot of mildew and so as the bathroom door."

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Victoria Garden Hotel

Victoria Garden Hotel

3.5 out of 5
280 Lebuh Victoria George Town Pulau Pinang
The price is ₹5,043 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹5,043
₹5,816 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located nearby.
Victoria Garden Hotel
Mclane Boutique Hotel

Mclane Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
17 Lorong Pasar George Town Pulau Pinang
The price is ₹2,272 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹2,272
₹2,758 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (59 reviews)
"Great place to stay with very friendly staff and a wonderful breakfast!"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Mclane Boutique Hotel
Royale Chulan Penang

Royale Chulan Penang

4 out of 5
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld George Town Penang
The price is ₹8,018 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
₹8,018
₹8,730 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"An old building with some of its history displayed around the complex. The rooms are a good size with a comfortable bed, good shower, small bar fridge, and a filtered water tap. Fantastic breakfast buffet. Short walk from the ferry terminal and to main areas of old Georgetown."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Royale Chulan Penang
Seven Terraces Hotel

Seven Terraces Hotel

4 out of 5
Stewart Lane, Georgetown George Town Penang
The price is ₹14,831 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
₹14,831
₹16,320 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Seven Terraces Hotel
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Where to stay in Historic George Town

Find the best Historic George Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional temple with ornate architecture, a red roof, and golden decorations.

Downtown George Town

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from KOMTAR to 1st Avenue Mall – discover Downtown George Town, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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 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.

Historic George Town Travel Guide