George Town
This hotel's concept (crafted from old shipping containers) is a little fudged in that there are no real containers used! Nonetheless, its dorms, which…
Must-see hotels in Penang
George Town
This distinctive, prewar shophouse has been painted a bright shade of teal and reborn as a modern, attractive boutique hotel. The eight rooms aren't huge,…
Butterworth
Your best bet for a midrange hotel in Butterworth is this branch of the industrial-chic chain. Rooms are spacious, have comfortable beds and good sheets,…
George Town
In this handsome, whitewashed heritage building, the smallest rooms are so compact as to be almost podlike – probably best for solo travellers – but are…
Penang
You can almost imagine Julie the cruise director leading you through the orderly array of green lawn chairs, sprawling cement walkways and mushroom-like…
George Town
Fancy feeling at home even when you're away? Then consider a stay at one of China Tiger's two open-concept, self-catering, apartment-like rooms. They…
Penang
This turquoise-painted domestic compound belonging to a friendly Chinese family houses large and spotless – although bare – rooms. Half the rooms share…
George Town
This former goldsmith's has been reborn as a labyrinthine complex that combines rooms, a bar, a restaurant and a museum. The 44 rooms run the gamut, but…
George Town
A charming, homey boutique hotel has been coaxed out of this rambling shophouse. There are eight eclectic rooms, which share inviting public spaces,…
Penang
This tidy, suburban-feeling house in the middle of Teluk Bahang's residential area hires out rooms. Boat service can also be arranged.
George Town
A breezy, spacious shophouse boasting four suites, three of which can sleep up to four.
George Town
The hipper sibling of the nearby G Hotel Gurney, this place is popular with local visitors over the weekends, so book ahead if you wish to check in then…
George Town
This rambling shophouse and cafe has a retro vibe and friendly service, making it a fun choice for young couples or solo travellers. However, guests might…
George Town
This hotel takes up most of a city block and spans three sections: a row of two-storey family-friendly mini-homes, apartment-sized suites and spacious…
George Town
If, after having explored George Town, you have fantasies of living in a restored Chinese shophouse, then consider a stay here. This house (available only…
Penang
If you need a midrange hotel and are not fussed by zero character and with not staying right on the beach, this is your place. Rooms are equipped with air…
George Town
The White House would be a more apt name for this all-white painted former mansion, with smallish rooms also decked out in virginal white with, of course,…
George Town
The 312 rooms at this buzzy hotel facing the sea are studies in minimalist, cubist cool. Collections of geometric forms set off by swatches of blocky…
George Town
The clue is in the hostel's name: this airy place's prime selling point is its bar, where guests can drink for half price or go for an all-you-can-drink…
Penang
Overlooking Penang's premier golf club and close to the airport, this resort-style hotel is a little old-fashioned but still offers big rooms with…
George Town
Taking a more contemporary line than other hotels in the heritage zone, this efficient place is fine if you're looking for something a bit more private…
Penang
This 1980s-era resort has seen a recent and extensive renovation, and is looking better than ever. The 309 rooms remain relatively standard and…
Penang
Contact this homestay operation for details of their day visits, which include guided walks around the island and meals with local people, as well as…
George Town
With views through trees across to the Padang, this 11-room hotel and restaurant offers pleasant, reasonably spacious rooms with wooden floors and some…
Penang
You can't miss this brightly coloured, three-storey block, located along Teluk Bahang's main drag. The 18 rooms are clean and spacious, and have a dash of…
George Town
There's just a hint of style here, with faux-wood floors, splashes of paint and arty Penang photos on the walls, but other than that it’s really just a…
George Town
It's definitely not the sexiest hotel in town, but the spacious and recently renovated rooms boasting crisp sheets, professional service and views to the…
George Town
This place is a handsome, meandering shophouse turned family-run boutique hotel. The rooms, although clean and comfortable, lack the charm of the communal…
Penang
The two floors of plain but clean rooms are at the edge of the beach at Teluk Bahang and look over the fishing pier. The hotel is located near the…
George Town
Cintra offers cool, spacious rooms, which aren't equipped with TV, but friendly staff and the attached cafe serve as ample distractions.
George Town
An old frame shop is the home of this backpackers – they've left a few empty frames and the old shop sign around just in case you didn't get the reference…
George Town
For the epitome of a local experience, book one of the basic rooms in this pier-bound home in the midst of George Town’s biggest clan jetty. You'll be…
George Town
The Yeng Keng is a revamp of a 150-year-old hotel. Its latest incarnation includes rather small and overpriced rooms decked out in occasionally cheesy…
George Town
If you're OK with sacrificing atmosphere for savings and are not a light sleeper, then the starkly bare rooms at this no-frills budget hotel on a busy…
George Town
The 24 rooms in this exceedingly plain but clean and comfortable old-fashioned hotel are all similarly equipped with TV, air-con and functional furniture…
George Town
The dorms here are largely unremarkable, but the six private rooms, although cramped and not all boasting their own bathrooms, represent a bargain for…
Penang
This old, two-storey house across from the beach has a palpable homely atmosphere. Rooms are basic but neat, some have balconies and most have private…
