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
AU$19
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket
AU$19
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket
AU$77
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
AU$9
per adult
88% 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 AU$190 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$190
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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! (635 reviews)
"Truly excellent hotel with the most caring and attentive staff. Sleek and stylish building with an excellent saltwater rooftop pool with great views across the Melacca Strait. Rooms are of a very high standard with excellent bed and bedding. The restaurant is truly excellent and breakfast served ..."
Reviewed on 18 July 2026
Mclane Boutique Hotel
17 Lorong Pasar George Town Pulau Pinang
The price is AU$43 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$43
23 July - 24 July
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! (49 reviews)
"The lady at the front desk is very helpful and knows her job very well but not the guy when i checked in who was rude and won't even listen and look at me."
Reviewed on 10 July 2026
Victoria Garden Hotel
280 Lebuh Victoria George Town Pulau Pinang
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! (223 reviews)
"Great location and easy access to the old town. Staff very helpful and arranged our trishaw’s for us. Brilliant day out learning the history"
Reviewed on 11 July 2026
Royale Chulan Penang
No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld George Town Penang
The price is AU$162 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$162
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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)
"Staff were lovely and really helpful. Always smiling."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Seven Terraces Hotel
Stewart Lane, Georgetown George Town Penang
The price is AU$249 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$249
30 July - 31 July
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. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (284 reviews)
"Everything was perfect"
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
139, Lebuh Carnarvon George Town Penang
The price is AU$49 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$49
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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)
"Clean room, staff is friendly"
Reviewed on 13 June 2026
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.
Photo by Adriana Arif
Open Photo by Adriana Arif
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.
Photo by Sue A.
Open Photo by Sue A.
Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are top sights worth seeing.
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.
