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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.

Superb location. Shane treats guests more like friends. He made much effort to send videos on the check-in process and how to enter the room.

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9.6
Exceptional
252 reviews
Price from
$22
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 host Bobo is very kind and she did everything to make me more enjoyable. She can tell you everything you need in the town, including history of the town and where to go for food. Room is clean and cozy. Location is very good as in the middle of every tourist attractions. Food night market just 3 min away.

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9
Wonderful
464 reviews
Price from
$12
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.

Howie and Amit have the best hospitality ever!! The complimentary breakfast every day was delicious. They catered to everybody's dietary requirements. Howies recommendations for activities & food & drinks are great. The WhatsApp group is a great way to meet people. Bedrooms have great aircon and really comfy beds. Facilities are great, so many free snacks & cold and warm water. Really good location.

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9.1
Wonderful
447 reviews
Price from
$15
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.

The location is good, all the good food is nearby. Very near to the Komtar

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9
Wonderful
337 reviews
Price from
$22
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.

Everything about this charming little guesthouse and especially Chea the owner is very sweet and helpful. Walking distance to everywhere.

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9.6
Exceptional
270 reviews
Price from
$27
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.

Breakfast is indeed exceptional~ a different selection for every day of our stay~ Loved the heritage building charm, especially the well preserved wooden shutter windows I opened everyday to look outside. Beds are so comfy I fell asleep quickly even tho the inn is at a slightly busy corner! Would definitely want to come back!

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9.3
Wonderful
798 reviews
Price from
$52
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.

Wonderfood Museum is less than 1 km from the guest house, while Straits Quay is 7.9 km away. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 14 km from Aayu Melayu.

Quaint heritage house, a semblance of rustic feel inside. I had very peaceful sleep throughout the night. Basic facilities are well provided and clean. Aircon is cool to give much comfort after heaty excursions outdoor. It is such a place worth longer stay.

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9.8
Exceptional
53 reviews
Price from
$27
per night

A recently renovated property, Peranakan Suites Georgetown is situated in George Town near Wonderfood Museum, 1st Avenue Penang and Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar. The property is set 2.3 km from Northam Beach, 2.3 km from Penang Times Square and 8.5 km from Straits Quay. Queensbay Mall is 12 km from the guest house and Sunway Carnival Mall is 23 km away.

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

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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9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
$60
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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10
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
$194
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
27 reviews
Price from
$22
per night

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  • Avg. price/night: $17.87
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 613 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: $24.77
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 252 reviews
    Exceptional location. Close to the buzzing main street yet still located in a quiet back-street. Well equipped with necessary amenitites , charming decor. Very helpul host with instant reply to all of our questionions. We have also received a small kind gift for chinese new year! Highly suggested !
    Bernadett Pintye
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $139.76
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 242 reviews
    Excellent coffee, good food, fresh fruits. Exceptional rooms and atmosphere. Very friendly staff. Great location. Central but quiet place.
    Paul
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $18.77
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 634 reviews
    Great hosts, nice clean and great location. Great value for money
    A
    Anonymous
    Travelers with friends
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 337 reviews
    I stayed in two guesthouse in penang and I wish I could have stayed here for the whole trip. The place is quiet and clean. I had very good sleep there and the host trusts guest's independence, with clear instructions but not restrictions so I feel like at home. The staff (basically the cats) are so friendly. I could stay there and be with them whole day. The duck meat eatery next door is popular among locals and full of people in the morning. A must try. The free bicycle is a plus.
    nga ting
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $14.86
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 857 reviews
    Everything, it's a really great hostel, great location, staff and beds
    Erik
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $14.86
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 857 reviews
    Everything, it's a great Hostel, great location, staff, bed, etc
    Erik
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $40.64
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 811 reviews
    Nicole was a fantastic host.Explained everything and there was a great little kitchen and dining area there to use. Guest house was in a very quiet are so great location
    Lynda
    Family with young children
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 109 reviews
    We loved our stay here. Great location, quiet but also in the centre of things. The guest house is charming and characterful. The room was pretty small but beautiful, with everything we needed. Staff were so friendly and attentive. We were given a very useful map with things to see and places to eat. We were also brought tea and fresh pastries in the afternoon, this was a lovely bonus!
    Helen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $26.22
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,063 reviews
    i loved everything, the owner was the sweetest person he even got me a couple of vegetarian puffs to try and they were amazing! is a great location with the city centre (Chulia street love lane etc.) on walking distance! the hostel is extremely cheap and they have a lovely common area (lounge with little kitchen)
    Giovanni
    Solo traveler

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