Historic George Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Historic George Town
Stay near popular Historic George Town attractions
Activities
Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
NZ$30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
NZ$11
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
NZ$23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
NZ$57
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Historic George Town Hotel Deals
The Prestige Hotel Penang
8 Gat Lebuh Gereja George Town
The price is NZ$225 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$225
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (674 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay, facilities were very clean and nice! The staff were very helpful and polite, and I felt extremely welcomed at all times. There was a bit of construction outside but I didn’t hear it inside the building. I’d definitely come back and stay here again!"
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
139, Lebuh Carnarvon George Town Penang
The price is NZ$56 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
NZ$56
18 Nov - 19 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! (1,000 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
Victoria Garden Hotel
280 Lebuh Victoria George Town Pulau Pinang
The price is NZ$109 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$109
2 Nov - 3 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.
8.8/10 Excellent! (243 reviews)
"Overall a Nice stay Will come back again."
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026
Mclane Boutique Hotel
17 Lorong Pasar George Town Pulau Pinang
The price is NZ$53 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$53
2 Nov - 3 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! (60 reviews)
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Excellent stay at Mclane Boutique Hotel! What I loved most about this hotel was its strategic location right in the heart of George Town’s UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many of Penang’s must-visit attractions, including Armenian Street, Little India, Khoo Kongsi, Pinang Peranakan Mansion, ..."
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026
Royale Chulan Penang
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld George Town Penang
The price is NZ$163 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
NZ$163
23 Nov - 24 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! (1,000 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
Seven Terraces Hotel
Stewart Lane, Georgetown George Town Penang
The price is NZ$297 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$297
2 Nov - 3 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. ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Historic George Town
Find the best Historic George Town areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.
