Hickory Penang Hill

Lower Tunnel Road (Lower Tunnel Station), Penang Hill, 11300 George Town, Malaysia – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.0/10! <small>(score from <b>163</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
163 reviews

Interesting decor (books, art, photos), inviting sitting areas, beautiful gardens, close to trails, friendly atmosphere, refrigerator & complimentary beverages, delicious meals. Absolutely delightful place to stay!

Diana United States of America
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two twin beds in a small room with a window at Hickory Penang Hill in George Town
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Hickory Penang Hill

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A 10-minute walk from Penang Hill in George Town, Hickory Penang Hill features accommodations with access to a fitness room. 4.8 miles from Penang Times Square and 5.3 miles from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, the property offers a bar and a shared lounge. Free Wifi is available, as well as a terrace and a restaurant. The property also offers accommodation for disabled guests. The units at the guest house feature private entrance and soundproofing so guests can enjoy a peaceful stay. There's a private bathroom with walk-in shower in every unit, along with slippers, a hair dryer, and free toiletries. At the guest house, units have bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Guests can stay active with the fitness classes held in house. An indoor play area is also available at the guest house, while guests can also relax in the garden. Penang Botanic Gardens is 5.5 miles from Hickory Penang Hill, while 1st Avenue Penang is 5.5 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 14 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • BBQ facilities
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

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Availability

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1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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3 twin beds
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2 twin beds
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1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 futon bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
8.3
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    Diana
    United States of America United States of America
    “Interesting decor (books, art, photos), inviting sitting areas, beautiful gardens, close to trails, friendly atmosphere, refrigerator & complimentary beverages, delicious meals. Absolutely delightful place to stay!”
  • Yin
    Malaysia Malaysia
    “Good hospitality and responsive. Good food and reasonably priced. Great view of Penang. Nice, clean and quiet environment. Well maintained building and rooms. Mr.Raj & Ms.Suba hope I spelt it correctly are great help. Overall value for money &...”
  • Li
    Australia Australia
    “Beautiful and comfortable house and grounds, with an amazing view over Penang. The property is surrounded by a lush forest with an abundance of wildlife such as giant squirrels, dusky leaf monkeys, and birds. The staff were very polite and...”

Hosted by Raj

9.4
9.4
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Raj
Hickory is a century-old Heritage bungalow that has been converted into a 15-room Guesthouse. It is perched on the eastern slope of Penang Hill at an elevation of 650m (2100ft). It provides panoramic views of Georgetown below, and of the mainland beyond. Sunrises are particularly spectacular. Hickory sits on half an acre of secluded woodland and manicured lawns. The surroundings are lush and green, with only the occasional sounds of birds, monkeys, squirrels and rushing water to disturb the peace. The days are cool; and the evenings cooler, as a breeze rolls down the hill from the rear, through the house and out the front before rolling on downhill. Temperatures at this elevation are typically 6°C (11°F) lower than at the foothills. Get away from the pace and pressure of city life. Enjoy the tranquillity and solitude of Penang Hill. Welcome to Hickory. We look forward to seeing you here.
We are the 5th generation descendants of arrivals to Penang from Ceylon in the late 1880's, a part of a larger influx who arrived at the behest of the British colonial administration to assist in the development and administration of the land. Some worked for the Government's Administration. Others opened up the hinterland for growing Rubber. Our origins were in plantations and in education. I am Raj, the current owner of Hickory, and a member of the 4th generation. Through a series of fortunate events, Hickory has been placed under my care. Hickory has been renovated into a bed and breakfast whilst preserving the historical significance of the building and of the lineage that has led to this moment. Hickory replicates the atmosphere of a bygone era where the pace was slower and life more tranquil. It is also a focus for the diaspora to call Home. We hope to provide you with a back-to-nature experience with long walks in the woods; and an atmosphere that encourages reading and writing, in a carefree, cooler and meditative setting. We invite you to Hickory to savour the solitude of nightfall and the splendour of daybreak atop Penang Hill.
Languages spoken: Bengali,Mandarin,English,Hindi,Indonesian,Malay,Cantonese

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1

    No additional info available

Amenities of Hickory Penang Hill
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • BBQ facilities
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Dryer
  • Washing machine
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Aerobics
    Additional charge
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Badminton equipment
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Game room
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs MYR 5 per day.
  • Street parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Spa
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • Bengali
  • Mandarin
  • English
  • Hindi
  • Indonesian
  • Malay
  • Cantonese

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM

 

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.

Curfew

The entrance to the property is closed between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Hickory Penang Hill

  • Check-in at Hickory Penang Hill is from 2:30 PM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM.

  • Hickory Penang Hill offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Game room
    • Personal trainer
    • Fitness
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Aerobics
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Fitness classes
    • Walking tours
    • Badminton equipment
    • Cooking class

  • Hickory Penang Hill is 3.7 miles from the center of George Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Hickory Penang Hill has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1

  • Room options at Hickory Penang Hill include:

    • Quad
    • Triple
    • Double
    • Family
    • Twin
    • Single

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