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Melayu Villa by Aayu - 8 mins walk to Armenian St

George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach and 600 metres from 1st Avenue Penang, Melayu Villa by Aayu - 8 mins walk to Armenian St features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a...

P
Paul
From
United Kingdom
New and clean heritage houses located in a busy but quiet street. The room is spacious and has all the basic amenities we need. Huge living area and pantry equipped with water filters, toaster, oven, kettles and even a fridge. The WiFi coverage is strong inside the room. We extended a couple more nights here as we are given a list of recommendations on places to explore! The host and staff here are amazing! Especially Desmond who assisted us upon check in and show us around the property
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 247 reviews
Price from
US$25.05
1 night, 2 adults

Heritage Villa by Aayu - 10 mins walk to Armenian St

George Town

Located 2.5 km from Northam Beach, Heritage Villa by Aayu - 10 mins walk to Armenian St in George Town provides rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi.

j
jchns
From
Germany
Stylish and spacious room with comfy bed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 349 reviews
Price from
US$45.74
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Melayu - George Town Penang

George Town

Located within 2.4 km of Northam Beach and 600 metres of 1st Avenue Penang, Aayu Melayu - George Town Penang provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

K
Kedar
From
India
Friendly and helpful staff, clean rooms, nice free pantry and services.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 351 reviews
Price from
US$41.38
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Stewart - Stewart Ln, George Town

George Town

Located in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach, Aayu Stewart - Stewart Ln, George Town provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

i
izzah
From
Malaysia
very good, affordable and worthy place especially for students who are looking for a place to stay while travelling in georgetown. the room was spacious and the environment was peaceful. the guesthouse is really pretty and aesthetic with facilities like pantry, hot water, washing machine and iron. theres not many rooms there so you wont have to worry it being crowded. its within walking distance to many interesting tourist sites around georgetown. very very recommended. would definitely stay here again whenever im in town in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 671 reviews
Price from
US$30.09
1 night, 2 adults

Ah Tong Residence - 3 mins to Kimberley Night Market

George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.1 km from Northam Beach and 600 metres from 1st Avenue Penang, Ah Tong Residence - 3 mins to Kimberley Night Market offers free WiFi, a shared lounge and air conditioning.

J
Julia
From
Australia
I had a wonderful stay in this hotel ! The room was clean, cozy, and well maintained. The bed was comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout my stay. Location was perfect close to shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
US$38.96
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Church St - 7 mins to Esplanade, George Town

George Town

Located in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach, Aayu Church St - 7 mins to Esplanade, George Town provides rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi.

S
Shauna
From
Ireland
Huge spacious room, clean, nice kitchen area, wasn’t too loud despite being in a room facing the road. In a lovely area also, nearby to pretty much everything! Couldn’t recommend enough.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews
Price from
US$27.22
1 night, 2 adults

The Georgetown Green Gates

George Town

2 km from Northam Beach, The Georgetown Green Gates is set in George Town and offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

c
catherine
From
United Kingdom
Really lovely place to stay . It felt very central. The bed was very comfy and the room was very big and clean . Decor was beautiful . I can’t rate the staff as we didn’t meet any .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews
Price from
US$84.69
1 night, 2 adults

Kooning

George Town

Set within 1.8 km of Northam Beach and 800 metres of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, Kooning offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.

A
Aitor
From
Spain
Clean and new room. Plenty space. Very comfortable and perfect location. Receptionists always keen to help. We would repeat 100%.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,193 reviews
Price from
US$10.02
1 night, 2 adults

The Harbour by Moonknight

George Town

The Harbour by Moonknight is situated in George Town, 2.7 km from Northam Beach, 400 metres from Wonderfood Museum, and 1.4 km from 1st Avenue Penang.

T
Thamotharan
From
Malaysia
I had a wonderful stay at this beautiful self check-in hotel. The check-in process was smooth and super easy, with clear instructions provided. The room was clean, modern, and very comfortable — perfect for relaxing after a long day. I loved the simple yet elegant design, and everything I needed was already prepared. The location was quiet and convenient, making it a peaceful getaway. Although there was no front desk, the service was still excellent through online support. I truly enjoyed my stay and will definitely choose this hotel again next time. Highly recommended for a hassle-free, cozy experience! 🩷
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews
Price from
US$32.93
1 night, 2 adults

Pine Muntri

George Town

Situated 1.7 km from Northam Beach, 800 metres from Wonderfood Museum and 1.1 km from 1st Avenue Penang, Pine Muntri provides accommodation located in George Town.

C
Czuczu
From
Poland
We were looking for a clean, affordable, centrally located place to stay with space for remote work—and this met all our expectations. Our room had a private bathroom, which was clean with good water pressure and warm water. The split-level layout includes a bathroom and small desk downstairs, and a bed upstairs. While compact, the space comfortably fits luggage for two. The mattress was very comfortable, the room was clean, and there were plenty of power outlets. The Wi-Fi was strong, perfect for Zoom meetings. The shared workspace in the entrance hall is spacious, air-conditioned, and tastefully designed. The shared kitchen is also very clean, the cutlery/plates etc are new. The location in the old town is excellent, with sights, a ferry (15 min walk), a 24/7 store, and the Red Garden Food Paradise (5 min walk) all nearby. The area felt very safe.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews
Price from
US$14.52
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 994 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 965 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 489 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 247 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 349 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 672 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 671 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews

Guest Houses with swimming pools in George Town and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Set in George Town, Rooftop - Sky Pool - 2BR Premium Homestay - Georgetown 城市 6 pax offers accommodation with rooftop pool, free WiFi and free private parking for guests who drive.

From US$96.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Situated in Tanjong Tokong and only 2 km from Tanjung Tokong Beach, 118 Island Plaza by ZenZone88 features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

Set in Butterworth and only 6 km from Sunway Carnival Mall, Woodsbury Suites IKEA House Butterworth Penang offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

Boasting sea views, Seaview Deluxe Rainbow Paradise Tg Bungah 8pax features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace, around 200 metres from Tanjung Bungah Beach.

Save money on guest houses in George Town and nearby – budget options available

Kangsar Inn 73

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 323 reviews

Located within 1.7 km of Northam Beach and 600 metres of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, Kangsar Inn 73 provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.

From US$41.81 per night

ke-lan-tan House

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 427 reviews

Featuring 2-star accommodation, ke-lan-tan House is set in George Town, 1.3 km from Northam Beach and 800 metres from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

From US$51.45 per night

Rope Walk Guest House

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,135 reviews

Rope Walk Guest House is a 3-minute walk from famous local Penang delights and a 5-minute walk from the inner city of George Town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

From US$47.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

Madras Inn 58-1 Private Bathroom is situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Northam Beach, 700 metres from Penang Times Square, as well as 700 metres from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

From US$78.32 per night

Kimberley Boutique Hotel

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

Offering quiet street views, Kimberley Boutique Hotel is an accommodation situated in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach and 600 metres from 1st Avenue Penang.

From US$78.40 per night

Cintra House

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 973 reviews

The Cintra Heritage House offers accommodation in Georgetown. It features traditional décor and provides an in-house café, free Wi-Fi and a tour desk which helps guests organise excursions to popular...

From US$51.64 per night

Bahari 58

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Set within 1.1 km of Northam Beach and 1 km of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, Bahari 58 offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.

From US$35.28 per night

Rangoon Residence 26

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

Rangoon Residence 26 is located in George Town, 1 km from Northam Beach, 1 km from Penang Times Square, as well as less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

From US$65.34 per night

Highly rated guest houses in George Town and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

Sungai ujong home stay is situated in George Town, 1.8 km from Northam Beach, 400 metres from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, as well as 500 metres from 1st Avenue Penang.

From US$31.36 per night

K Inn 55

George Town
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

Situated 1.1 km from Northam Beach, K Inn 55 in George Town features rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews

Madras Inn 58-1 is situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Northam Beach, 700 metres from Penang Times Square, as well as 700 metres from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

From US$52.22 per night

24 Kimberley

George Town
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 419 reviews

Located in George Town within 2 km of Northam Beach and 700 metres of 1st Avenue Penang, 24 Kimberley provides rooms with free WiFi.

From US$26.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 994 reviews

2.1 km from Northam Beach, Dou Houz Georgetown is situated in George Town and features free WiFi, express check-in and check-out and a tour desk.

From US$14.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 965 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Carnarvon House is located in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach and 700 metres from 1st Avenue Penang.

From US$43.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 371 reviews

Situated in George Town, 2.3 km from Northam Beach, Frenz Republic - SELF CHECK IN features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

From US$25.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews

Conveniently located in Georgetown, The Frame Guesthouse offers stylish and comfortable accommodation with free WiFi access in the entire property.

From US$22.26 per night

Enjoy breakfast in George Town and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews

Situated within less than 1 km of Penang Hill and 7.8 km of Penang Times Square in George Town, Hickory Penang Hill features accommodation with seating area.

From US$72.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 584 reviews

Housed in a historic building, We Love GuestHouse provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi in George Town, 1.5 km from Northam Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Situated in George Town, 2.1 km from Northam Beach and 600 metres from 1st Avenue Penang, Ah Tong Residence - 3 mins to Kimberley Night Market offers free WiFi, a shared lounge and air conditioning.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Heritage Hideaway Retreat is set in George Town, less than 1 km from Wonderfood Museum, a 5-minute walk from 1st Avenue Penang, and less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews

Set within 1.5 km of Northam Beach and 600 metres of Penang Times Square, The 6N by Sky Hive offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews

1.9 km from Northam Beach, Georgetown Guest House 37 is situated in George Town and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

Wayton Express

George Town
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews

Offering quiet street views, Wayton Express is an accommodation situated in George Town, 2.3 km from Penang Botanic Gardens and 4.4 km from Straits Quay.

Dales Guest House

Perai
Breakfast options

Located in Perai, 1.3 km from Sunway Carnival Mall and 11 km from Penang Bridge, Dales Guest House provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

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Avg. price/night: US$43.91
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 965 reviews
Great location, walking distance to food pharmacy etc, in the heart of city center. The host Nicole was excellent , super responsive and nice.
Guest review by
kathyyies
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 584 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!
Guest review by
Jason
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$43.91
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 965 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
Guest review by
Lynda
Family with young children