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The units at the guest house are equipped with a seating area. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the guest house, all units include bed linen and towels.

Aayu Stewart is in a beautiful heritage house, the house feels very luxurious. In the room, we were welcomed with a kind personalised letter to wish us welcome. There is free filtered drinking water, plenty of kitchen facilities and bread to try. The owner was the biggest plus of our size - they spoke English very well, were incredibly helpful and usually replied within a few seconds (!!) with a detailed response to my questions.

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9.6
Exceptional
276 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

24 Kimberley is located in George Town, 700 metres from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, 1.3 km from Penang Times Square, and 1 km from Wonderfood Museum. The air-conditioned accommodation is 700 metres from 1st Avenue Penang. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Northam Beach is 1.9 km away.

Straits Quay is 7.3 km from the guest house, while Penang Botanic Gardens is 7.3 km away. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 14 km from 24 Kimberley.

the owner is very nice. it’s in town, Good location , clean house, and close to everything . if you are solo traveler want quiet place to stay during you are in Penang, I recommend you this place. I booked bunk bed but she upgraded to double bed without any extra payment . she is really nice person. I definitely stay at her place again when i back to Penang…

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9
Wonderful
471 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Located in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach, Cocoa Mews Cafe and Homestay provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free WiFi and a shared kitchen. The property is around 2 km from Penang Times Square, 8.2 km from Straits Quay and 8.2 km from Penang Botanic Gardens. Penang Hill is 9.4 km from the guest house and Queensbay Mall is 12 km away.

Central to Georgetown heritage area. A home away from home. Howie the host is amazing.

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9.2
Wonderful
461 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

My Guesthouse 109 - SELF CHECK IN is located in the bustling George Town. The no-frills accommodation offers guests access to a shared lounge to socialize or simply relax. Free WiFi access is available.

Lovely and friendly cats you can pet all day. Everything you might need is provided by the host. This palce is simply wonderfull. Don't miss out on it.

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9
Wonderful
343 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Conveniently located in Georgetown, Vintage House offers homely and comfortable accommodation with free WiFi access in the entire property. It features a small garden, terrace and common lounge area.

Simply furnished, air-conditioned rooms come with wooden flooring, a desk, wardrobe and clothes rack. Guests have access to either a shared or private bathroom with shower facility and free toiletries.

the host, Cheah, is super, she’s very helpful as well, and gives excellent recommendations.

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9.5
Exceptional
274 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, Ren I Tang Heritage Inn is located in a restored building from the 1800s. Spanning an area of 3 shop house units, the property features free WiFi, a restaurant and small museum on the ground floor, which used to be a medical hall.

The breakfast. Simple local foods, very tasty. The museum downstairs also interesting.

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9.3
Wonderful
836 reviews
Price from
£42
per night

With a shared bathroom equipped with a bidet and slippers, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi. At the guest house, all units come with bed linen and towels.

Penang Times Square is 1.5 km from the guest house, while Wonderfood Museum is less than 1 km away. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 14 km from Aayu Melayu.

The hotel is a heritage house renewed, very comfortable and really nice Owners are super helpful, they give all tips needed to enjoy Georgetown

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9.7
Exceptional
76 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Situated within 2.3 km of Northam Beach and 100 metres of Wonderfood Museum, Peranakan Suites Georgetown features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town. This recently renovated guest house is located 1.5 km from 1st Avenue Penang and 1.7 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar. Penang Botanic Gardens is 8.5 km from the guest house and Penang Hill is 10 km away.

At the guest house, the traditional restaurant is open for dinner and lunch and specialises in Malaysian cuisine.

It is in a great location, and the room have a vintage touch. It is location right behind the film scene of the little nyonya. There is a restaurant right under the room so it is convenient to get food if you don’t want to get out of the room

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9.7
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£42
per night

Located in George Town, 2.1 km from Northam Beach and 2.8 km from Penang Botanic Gardens, Designer Guesthouse Pulau Tikus & Gurney Drive, Georgetown, Penang provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 3.7 km from Straits Quay.

Spacious and cozy design guesthouse,feel like home.friendly owner,children friendly guesthouse ,near to gurney drive and easy access to Georgetown for food trips.highly recommended ♥️

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9.9
Exceptional
7 reviews
Price from
£182
per night

Located just 2.8 km from Northam Beach, Beacon Executive Suite by Fantabulous Guest House provides accommodation in George Town with access to a rooftop pool, a fitness centre, as well as a lift. Built in 2021, the property includes sauna and steam room. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

Great place to stay when you are on a visit in George Town. The apartment was very clean and in a convenient location. Rooms were clean and kitchen was well equipped.

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9.1
Wonderful
32 reviews
Price from
£38
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travelers who prefer laid-back accommodations with a personal touch. Usually family run, these hosts will provide local recommendations and even optional meals. Guest houses sometimes feature a cozy living room or a garden – and are still cheaper than most regular hotels.
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  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 60 reviews
    Quiet location an easy walk away from Georgetown city centre. Contemporary and modern interior, kitchen with fridge available for use, has a lift. Lovely people, who fed me when I arrived hungry at night.
    Johanna
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £10.93
    6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 296 reviews
    It was a good cheap place to stay for 1 night in a great location in little India. It was basic but it did what it needed. Would recommend for a short stay on a budget.
    Will
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £31.98
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 76 reviews
    Lovely updated furnishings within the preserved heritage building. Clean and comfy rooms within a great location. Couldn’t thank our hosts enough for their warm welcoming and great contact throughout our stay.
    Cait
    Young couple
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 78 reviews
    It is a great hostel with a really nice room and a very nice owner. It was easy to connect if you are a solo traveller.
    Lisa
    Solo traveler
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 273 reviews
    Great location. Nice, charming building. Clean and very comfortable. Friendly and very helpful staff. Highly recommended
    James
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £12.82
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 622 reviews
    Great hostel in the midst of town. Rather quiet compared to others. Lovely staff! Talkative if you want, private if needed. They give a lot of tips in and outside Georgetown and help with anything when asked. The whole place is rather large and relaxed. Would recommend!
    Jason
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £12.82
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 622 reviews
    No deposit, no extra charges, Host was great, showed tourist map & also showed all the places to visit, free buses & cheap places to drink, comfy beds, clean bedding & pillows, rooms are spacious, two tables, air con works fine, fairly quiet at night, plenty of toilets & hot showers, extraction fans on 24/7 so no bad smells, toilet rolls & toiletries, plus hot & cold water (filtered) coffee, tea are also included.......
    Barry Mckee
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £13.67
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 461 reviews
    Great location, great host! Perfect
    Tom
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £18.56
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 471 reviews
    Fantastic guesthouse-style hostel. We stayed for 7 nights whilst exploring Penang and the hosts were amazing. They offered to change our towels every couple of days, gave us good food advice and told us to make ourselves at home with the facilities. Great location and great value.
    O
    Olly
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £100.52
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,001 reviews
    It's an historical mansion. Indigo Restaurant is exceptional. Staff in both restaurants were fantastic. Daniel is a great host. The Shantung room was quiet and peaceful.
    Keith
    Young couple

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