Pagar Buluh Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Gurney Drive

Gurney Drive

During your trip to George Town, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Gurney Drive
KOMTAR which includes a skyscraper

KOMTAR

The tallest building in Penang is the place to head for stunning views of the island as well as some retail therapy and great entertainment.

KOMTAR
Penang Hill

Penang Hill

Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.

Penang Hill
Queensbay Mall

Queensbay Mall

During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Queensbay Mall
Ferringgi Beach

Ferringgi Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Ferringgi Beach
Kek Lok Si Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Kek Lok Si Temple

The largest Buddhist temple in Penang is a thriving place with beautiful decorations, just waiting to be admired.

Kek Lok Si Temple

Activities

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

NZ$4
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
The Top Penang Admission Ticket

Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket

NZ$16
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
ESCAPE

Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket

NZ$98
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
Georgetown Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Penang Island Tour

Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour

NZ$63
per adult
Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour
Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

NZ$149
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm

NZ$26
per adult
Malaysia: Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
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Our pick of the best Pagar Buluh Hotel Deals

PARKROYAL Penang Resort

PARKROYAL Penang Resort

4.5 out of 5
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is NZ$237 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$237
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Pool"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

PARKROYAL Penang Resort
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
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

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Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Amari SPICE Penang

Amari SPICE Penang

4 out of 5
2 Persiaran Mahsuri, Bayan Lepas, George Town, Penang
The price is NZ$162 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
NZ$162
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (244 reviews)
"It’s a great place to rest for a couple of days before the next flight. The food was good, staff was friendly and helpful, and there’s a great little spa (very good massages). The pool looked nice but the water was quite cloudy when I swam, so that was a little worrying. It meant that the pool wasn’t ..."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Amari SPICE Penang
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is NZ$158 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$158
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Good hotel & best location"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

4 out of 5
Jalan Batu Feringgi, George Town, Penang
The price is NZ$184 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$184
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and their food was great. Overall a great experience but the hotel has seen its better days and needs some update."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang
Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG

Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1919 Menara Sentral, Jalan Juru Sentral, Bukit Mertajam, Penang
The price is NZ$131 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$131
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Bukit Mertajam. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Bukit Kecil Hujung and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)
Good brand new hotel
"The presentation of towel no good, you can save the world to put less instead of too much. You may left a note at wall, you may request more if needed. I saw more than 6 towel. Car park exit under construction, please keep up"

Reviewed on 14 June 2025

Holiday Inn & Suites Penang Prai by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Pagar Buluh

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Relau

While Relau may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall.

Relau
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Bayan Baru

Bayan Baru might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bayan Baru
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Sungai Dua

When in Sungai Dua, you can plan a visit to Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sungai Dua
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Kampung Sungai Nibong

2.5/5(2 area reviews)

Kampung Sungai Nibong is well liked for its shopping. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena.

Kampung Sungai Nibong
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Bayan Lepas

4/5(12 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.

Bayan Lepas
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Teluk Kumbar

Teluk Kumbar might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Pantai Teluk Bayu are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Teluk Kumbar

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