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Melayu Villa by Aayu - 8 mins walk to Armenian St

George Town

Melayu Villa by Aayu - 8 mins walk to Armenian St features free Wifi and rooms with air conditioning in George Town.

X
Xiaotang
From
United Kingdom
The design and the location is fab. Very nice visual experience and comfortable stay. The room is very unique with great rustic vibe. The high ceilings is a highlight. The lobby is so cute and lovely to have a rest it to socialise. Highly recommend!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews
Price from
$34.52
1 night, 2 adults

Heritage Villa by Aayu - 10 mins walk to Armenian St

George Town

Heritage Villa by Aayu - 10 mins walk to Armenian St provides air-conditioned rooms in George Town.

A
Anitta
From
Portugal
Loved the heritage design of this house. The room was really cleaned and comfortable too. Amazing service as well
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 337 reviews
Price from
$45.03
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Melayu - George Town Penang

George Town

Aayu Melayu - George Town Penang provides air-conditioned rooms in George Town.

T
Tu Ngu
From
Vietnam
Cozy and clean place to stay in Penang. The location is very close to interesting places to visit in Georgetown. My friend and I had really great experience in Penang thanks to suggestions from the owner.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews
Price from
$49.79
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Stewart - Stewart Ln, George Town

George Town

Aayu Stewart - Stewart Ln, George Town is a recently renovated guest house in George Town where guests can make the most of its garden and terrace.

B
Benedek
From
Hungary
Convenient location, but still quiet. Beautiful renovated old house. Nice room. Even the shared bathroom was stylish. Seamless online check in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 665 reviews
Price from
$24.90
1 night, 2 adults

Ah Tong Residence - 3 mins to Kimberley Night Market

George Town

Ah Tong Residence - 3 mins to Kimberley Night Market features free Wifi and rooms with air conditioning in George Town.

j
janna
From
France
I had a wonderful stay at Ah Tong by AAYU. The staff were incredibly helpful and attentive, always going above and beyond to ensure my comfort. The room was spotless, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. I also enjoyed the house's amenities. I will definitely be back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews
Price from
$38.36
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Church St - 7 mins to Esplanade, George Town

George Town

Aayu Church St - 7 mins to Esplanade, George Town provides air-conditioned rooms in George Town.

o
oeanna
From
Sri Lanka
Our Stay at The Aayu Church St in Penang was a fantastic stay! The house was spacious, clean, and well-equipped. The location was perfect, with easy access to restaurants and attractions. The host was incredibly helpful and attentive, making our stay comfortable and enjoyable. Overall, it was a great value for the price, and I highly recommend it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews
Price from
$37.52
1 night, 2 adults

The Georgetown Green Gates

George Town

A good location for a stress-free holiday in George Town, The Georgetown Green Gates is a guest house surrounded by views of the inner courtyard.

E
Earnest
From
United States
Gorgeous, beautifully decorated and centrally-located heritage house that is clean, comfortable and very spacious! The staff are so lovely, friendly and efficient. I enjoyed my stay tremendously and recommend this as one of the nicest residential rentals in Georgetown.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 71 reviews
Price from
$83.38
1 night, 2 adults

Kooning

George Town

Kooning enjoys a location in George Town, a 17-minute walk from Penang Times Square and 4.6 miles from Straits Quay.

T
Thu
From
Vietnam
The room is cozy and super clean. Its location is so convenient to visit all interesting places at George town. The price is reasonable for me.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,214 reviews
Price from
$9.86
1 night, 2 adults

Dou Houz Georgetown

George Town

Dou Houz Georgetown enjoys a location in George Town, 1.3 miles from Northam Beach and 1.1 miles from Wonderfood Museum.

N
Neneng
From
Indonesia
Everything! The wifi even good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,007 reviews
Price from
$13.01
1 night, 2 adults

The Harbour by Moonknight

George Town

The Harbour by Moonknight enjoys a location in George Town, 1.7 miles from Northam Beach and 1.3 miles from Penang Times Square.

F
Fatin Nazihah
From
Malaysia
So comfortable. I will repeat .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
$32.42
1 night, 2 adults
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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travelers who prefer laid-back accommodations with a personal touch. Usually family run, these hosts will provide local recommendations and even optional meals. Guest houses sometimes feature a cozy living room or a garden – and are still cheaper than most regular hotels.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 962 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 668 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

Highly rated guest houses in George Town and nearby

Kangsar Inn 73

George Town
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 321 reviews

Kangsar Inn 73 offers accommodations in George Town, a 16-minute walk from Wonderfood Museum and 4.6 miles from Straits Quay.

From $30.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 73 reviews

Sungai ujong home stay offers accommodations in George Town, a 15-minute walk from Wonderfood Museum and 4.5 miles from Straits Quay.

From $28.30 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, 118 reviews

Just a 8-minute walk from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and 0.7 miles from 1st Avenue Penang, K Inn 55 features accommodations in George Town, with a garden and a terrace.

From $15.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 598 reviews

Housed in a historic building, We Love GuestHouse provides accommodations with a garden and free Wifi in George Town, a 18-minute walk from Northam Beach.

From $19.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews

Madras Inn 58-1 offers accommodations in George Town, 1.5 miles from Wonderfood Museum and 4.2 miles from Straits Quay.

From $22.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews

Madras Inn 58-1 Private Bathroom offers accommodations in George Town, 5.4 miles from Penang Hill and 7.9 miles from Queensbay Mall.

From $34.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

Kimberley Boutique Hotel features air-conditioned accommodations in George Town.

From $77.19 per night

24 Kimberley

George Town
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 427 reviews

24 Kimberley offers accommodations in George Town, a 12-minute walk from Wonderfood Museum and 4.5 miles from Straits Quay.

From $26.21 per night

Guest Houses with swimming pools in George Town and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

Seaview Deluxe Rainbow Paradise Tg Bungah 8pax in Tanjung Bungah provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a terrace.

From $70.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Rooftop - Sky Pool - 2BR Premium Homestay - Georgetown 城市 6 pax is a recently renovated guest house in George Town where guests can make the most of the garden and terrace.

From $89.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

118 Island Plaza by ZenZone88 offers accommodations in Tanjong Tokong, 1.3 miles from Tanjung Tokong Beach and 1.1 miles from Straits Quay.

From $83.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

3.7 miles from Sunway Carnival Mall in Butterworth, Woodsbury Suites IKEA House Butterworth Penang provides accommodations with access to a fitness room, steam room, and indoor pool.

Enjoy breakfast in George Town and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews

A 10-minute walk from Penang Hill in George Town, Hickory Penang Hill offers accommodations with access to a fitness room. Featuring sea and mountain views, this guest house also comes with free Wifi.

From $71.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews

Just 1.1 miles from Wonderfood Museum and a 13-minute walk from Penang Times Square, ke-lan-tan House features accommodations in George Town, with a garden.

From $50.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Ah Tong Residence - 3 mins to Kimberley Night Market features free Wifi and rooms with air conditioning in George Town.

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

Heritage Hideaway Retreat offers accommodations in George Town, 1.4 miles from Northam Beach and a 17-minute walk from Penang Times Square.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews

The 6N by Sky Hive offers air-conditioned accommodations in George Town. During your time at this recently renovated guest house, dating back to 2024, you'll have access to free Wifi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Wishful Guesthouse at Georgetown#LohGuanLye#BudgetStay features air-conditioned accommodations in George Town.

From $22.10 per night

Dales Guest House

Perai
Breakfast options

Dales Guest House offers accommodations in Perai, a 15-minute walk from Sunway Carnival Mall and 6.8 miles from Penang Bridge.

RoomStay Acu

Perai
Breakfast options

RoomStay Acu offers accommodations in Perai, 2.1 miles from Sunway Carnival Mall and 6 miles from Penang Bridge.

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

Mac Inn 94

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews

Mac Inn 94 offers accommodations in George Town, 1.1 miles from Wonderfood Museum and 4.3 miles from Straits Quay.

From $18.53 per night

Cintra House

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 974 reviews

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

From $58.17 per night

Carnarvon House

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 962 reviews

Just a 8-minute walk from 1st Avenue Penang and 0.6 miles from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, Carnarvon House features accommodations in George Town, with a garden, a terrace, and a shared lounge.

From $43.23 per night

HOME House

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

HOME House offers accommodations in George Town, 5.1 miles from Penang Botanic Gardens and 5.4 miles from Penang Hill.

From $81.05 per night

Chulia Heritage Studio

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews

Chulia Heritage Studio enjoys a location in George Town, 4.8 miles from Straits Quay and 4.8 miles from Penang Botanic Gardens.

From $99.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 67 reviews

Stewart Hotel at 67 By EVR - Newly Renovated 2024 offers accommodations in George Town, 1.2 miles from Penang Times Square and 4.9 miles from Straits Quay.

From $83.98 per night

Beach Street by Plush

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Beach Street by Plush offers accommodations in George Town, 1.5 miles from Northam Beach and 1.2 miles from Penang Times Square.

Bishop House

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Bishop House enjoys a location in George Town, 1.4 miles from Penang Times Square and 5 miles from Penang Botanic Gardens. The air-conditioned accommodations are 1.4 miles from Northam Beach.

From $82.33 per night

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Guest Houses That Travelers Love in George Town

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Avg. price/night: $43.23
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 962 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
Avg. price/night: $19.24
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 598 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 traveler
Avg. price/night: $43.23
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 962 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,007 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)
Guest review by
Giovanni
Solo traveler