Hotel Continental Penang

3 stars
5 Penang Road, George Town, Malaysia
George Town, Malaysia
+60 4263 6388
7.2
Good
based on 1582 reviews
1,582 reviews
Wed 20/5
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Thu 21/5
2 guests, 1 room
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$52
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Deluxe room
$52
Superior room
$56
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Overview

An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a children's pool, dry cleaning, and a 24-hour front desk. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Hotel Continental offers 231 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. This George Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and minibars. Housekeeping is provided once per stay. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.
7.2
Good rating
Based on 1,582 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Hotel Continental Penang

Wed 20/5
-
Thu 21/5
Superior room
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$56
nightly with fees
2 twin beds
$56
nightly with fees
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$61
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
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$52
nightly with fees
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$55
nightly with fees
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$56
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Hotel Continental Penang

  • Outdoor pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Child pool
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet

Health and safety

  • CCTV outside property
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Air-conditioned
  • Smoke alarms

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Designated smoking area

Services and conveniences

  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service

General

  • Family rooms
  • Storage available

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer

Family friendly

  • Child pool

Pool

  • Outdoor pool

Reviews of Hotel Continental Penang

7.2
Good
1582 verified ratings
Wonderful
482
Very good
282
Good
158
Okay
212
Fair
119
Mediocre
163
Poor
166

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally liked the hotel's strategic location, clean and spacious rooms, and helpful staff. Positive remarks highlighted the convenience for families and proximity to attractions. However, some guests noted issues with cleanliness, outdated facilities, noisy environment, and poor service experiences. The hotel is seen as good value for money by many, though some felt it was not well maintained or renovated as advertised.
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Location8.5 out of 10
Service2.5 out of 10
Cleanliness2 out of 10
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6.0
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Daniel, Oct 2025
Staff is really nice.and the building is clean and well taken care of. You have to go up 2 flights of steep stairs to use the pool. It is hard for a disabled person to use. Also if you have small children it might be a pain trying to hold on to them and climbing stairs. No laundry service so you have to walk to laundromat a couple of blocks away. The TV is only about 8 channels which are snowy bec...
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Location

5 Penang Road, George Town

What's nearby

  • Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion78 m
  • Arulmigu Sri Mahamariamman Temple0.7 km
  • Penang City Hall0.8 km
  • Batik Painting Museum Penang0.9 km
  • Pinang Peranakan Mansion0.9 km
  • Khoo Kongsi Temple0.9 km
  • KOMTAR Tower1 km
  • Fort Cornwallis1.1 km
  • Penang Ferry Terminal1.4 km
  • Penang Jetty1.4 km
  • Stadium Bandaraya Pulau Pinang2.5 km
  • Gurney Drive2.8 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

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FAQs when booking at Hotel Continental Penang

  • Where is Hotel Continental Penang located?

    Hotel Continental Penang is located at 5 Penang Road, 0.7 km from the centre of George Town. Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion is the closest landmark to Hotel Continental Penang.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel Continental Penang?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Hotel Continental Penang.

  • Does Hotel Continental Penang offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel Continental Penang offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Hotel Continental Penang from the airport?

    Hotel Continental Penang is 15.3 km from Penang Intl. Hotel Continental Penang is 85.8 km from Alor Setar.

  • Does Hotel Continental Penang have a pool?

    Yes, Hotel Continental Penang has a pool on-site.

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Distance to city centre

Nearest airport

Distance to airport

6.8
0.7 km
Penang Intl
15.3 km

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