The Edison George Town
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About this property
The Edison George Town is set in a restored colonial mansion with contemporary decor. The stylish guest rooms are furnished with a sofa and guests enjoy complimentary turn down service. This boutique hotel features a chic common area, a bright courtyard and a swimming pool. Free WiFi and free parking are provided. Decorated with modern furnishings, the air-conditioned rooms are appointed with a flat-screen TV and a sofa. All day snacks and nonalcoholic beverages are available in the room. The private bathroom includes premium bath amenities. Daily continental breakfast is served at The Lounge, which offers complimentary all-day snacks and beverages. Alternatively, guests can have a meal at the nearby restaurants, located a 2-minute walk away. You can relax in the poolside sun loungers or stay under the shade in the cabanas. Friendly staff at the 24-hour front desk are happy give you tips on things to do around the area. Bike hire and airport transfers are available upon request, at an additional charge. Chinatown is 1476 feet from The Edison George Town, while Little India is 2953 feet from the property. Penang International Airport is a 11 mi drive.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Yit
Malaysia“For us the hospitality was great and want to give a shout out to Albert and his team. Although it was a short stay it has been one of the best stays so far in Penang and we have stayed in many places. location was great there was...” - Sharifah Malaysia“The hotel is small and cosy, and provides all the amenities i need. I loved the old colonial building vibe. The lounge with free flow of drinks and snacks was a bonus. Staff are extremely helpful and friendly.”
- Brendan
United Kingdom“great conversion of an historical building - we liked the ‘kitchen’ styled dining room very social space to eat and have a drink at night - nice happy hour idea to provide guests wine and nibbles between 6 and 7. Staff are all brilliant always...” - Lisa
United States“Beautiful property. Love the location , the staff’s friendly demeanor, and ever-helpful services. Love the lounge area!” - Suraya Malaysia“Gorgeous property, helpful staff, good location, private parking with EV chargers, free flow of snacks, fruits and soft drinks!”
- Leslie
Canada“Attentive, helpful staff (all of them). Comfortable, stylish. Large bedrooms. Well situated to visit the historic sites and interesting streets of George Town (20-25-minute walk to the former).” - Nicola United Kingdom“The style of the outside of the Hotel was welcoming. On entering, it had a clean stylish interior. Very tastefully decorated and sympathetically decorated to the style of the colonial period. The whole place had a beautiful dreamy atmosphere about...”
- Wong Malaysia“the lounge and the staff are very friendly. Regret the library is closed.”
Charles
Philippines“Location excellent. Staff were brilliant - very helpful, attentive and provided great recommendations. Facilities were great - complimentary snacks/drinks a very nice touch. Style of the hotel was very unique - which we loved.”- Richard United Kingdom“It was a traditional atmosphere with basic amenities but exactly what we wanted when we visited Penang”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 11 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
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.
