Merlin Hotel Penang features clean and comfortable accommodations in the historical heart of UNESCO World Heritage George Town. It features an open roof area overlooking views of the sea. Free WiFi and free parking facilities are available. The accommodations is 656 feet from Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Fort Cornwallis, where guests can enjoy views of the sea. 2625 feet away is Penang Jetty. Penang International Airport is 9.3 mi from the hotel. Penang 3D Trick Art Museum is located across the hotel, 59 feet away. Fitted with tile flooring, all air-conditioned rooms come with a flat-screen cable TV and windows overlooking the city. They also have an attached bathroom equipped with hot/cold shower facilities. Guests can approach the 24-hour operating front desk for bicycle rentals and laundry/ironing services.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in George Town, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.4


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.0
Facilities
6.4
Cleanliness
6.9
Comfort
6.9
Value for money
6.9
Location
8.4
Free WiFi
5.3
Low score for George Town
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Hotel area info

Amenities of Merlin Hotel Penang

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Free toiletries
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • City view
Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Convenience store on site
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Malay

House rules

Merlin Hotel Penang takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
MYR 30 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card Cash Merlin Hotel Penang accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted. Please note that this is a 3-story hotel and there is no elevator available.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Merlin Hotel Penang of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Merlin Hotel Penang

  • Room options at Merlin Hotel Penang include:

    • Studio

  • The prices at Merlin Hotel Penang may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Merlin Hotel Penang is 0.8 miles from the center of George Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Merlin Hotel Penang is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Merlin Hotel Penang offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):