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Penang Hotels

Great Affordable and Safe Vacations

  • Penang offers a huge range of Accommodation

    Easter and Oriental Hotel

  • Ultra- low budget- no frills or services < USD 10

  • Low budget minimal services e.g. Internet, WiFi >USD10

  • Medium 1 star to 3 star > USD 15

  • Lavish -4/5/6 star >USD 120

  • Many budget Hostels and Hotel provide Free Wifi.
     

In the 60’s and 70’s the hippies and the Vietnam R&R Penang Island was a major Holiday destination and thus sprang a range of Accommodation types. The popular ones were around Chulia Street and Batu Ferringhi Beach area on the North of the Island. Even till today these enclaves still remain very popular with back packers.

In the 80’s onwards there were more hotels built to cater for all budgets.

A unique thing about Penang is- old homes, Colonial Bungalows, and Mansions that are turned into hostels which give the Guest a unique experience not found elsewhere.

Most of them provide basic amenities like clean duvets and linen, towels and simple breakfast but not always all have an attached toilet in every room. Most will have TVs and internet connection in the common lounge area. Some have coin operated Launderettes or usually there are launderettes nearby. You can choose two locations - stay in the city within close proximity to the UNESCO heritage site of Georgetown or in the outskirts in the countryside near the beaches and hills.
If you have a more relaxed budget, you should try the Beach or Hillside resorts.
It does not matter which part of the Island you stay, most of Penang's main attractions are a short distance away only- about 45 minutes (provided no Traffic jams).
Within the Heritage city zone The Most famous hotel is the 115 year old Eastern and Oriental Hotel. You can get away from the hustle and bustle of the city in this abode with a great seafront view.


Please use the search box at the top of this page to find one that suits your Budget and Itinerary.

Getting There

Old Penang Guest House

 

Walking

A large part of the city can be reached on foot.

 

 

 

 

Bus Service

FREE Bus Service Within Georgetown

Rapid Penang Bus


The Hop On Free Central Area Transit (CAT) ply the route between Weld Quay Jetty and Komtar.

Schedule: 15-minute intervals from 6am till 12midnight.

There are a total of 19 CAT Stops.

 For CAT Routes.

For Rest of the Island is the Rapid Penang Bus Service.

For Bus Route and Schedules 

Travel Notes

Hard Rock Hotel

  • Eastern and Oriental Hotel Located by the City Sea front, offers a tranquil haven amidst bustling Georgetown.

  • It offers luxurious service and experience in traditional Malaysian/International style.

  • This hotel is a choice for discerning travelers.

  • For more budget conscious there are inns and guest houses along the northern beach Front.

  • Most of the Hotels and Guesthouses can be reached on foot in the city and those along the beach using the Bus Service.

  • Use Cabs only if absolutely necessary. Your hard earned money is better spent elsewhere.

 Your Free Georgetown Heritage Brochure.

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