Hotel Penaga

4 stars
Corner of Jalan Hutton & Lebuh Clarke, George Town 10050, Malaysia
George Town, Malaysia
+60 4261 1891
8.1
Very good
based on 4426 reviews
4,426 reviews
Thu 2/7
-
Fri 3/7
2 guests, 1 room
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$85
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Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
$85
King room
$93
Double room
$155
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Overview

This boutique hotel is housed in 3 rows of 2-storey shophouses originally built in the 1940s. A lovely base for exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town. Hotel Penaga’s rooms feature antique furniture, restored wooden flooring, and Asian art pieces. Each spacious room has a sofa and a flat-screen cable TV. The private bathroom has a spa bath and separate glass-enclosed shower. Penaga Hotel is a 7-minute drive away from Gurney Drive, a popular spot for local hawker food. Batu Ferringgi Beach is a 20-minute drive away. George Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
8.1
Very good rating
Based on 4,426 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Hotel Penaga

Thu 2/7
-
Fri 3/7
King room
1 king bed
$93
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
bed type unknown
$85
nightly with fees
2 twin beds
$93
nightly with fees
2 twin beds
$94
nightly with fees
Queen room
1 queen bed
$158
nightly with fees
Double room
1 double bed
$155
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 Penaga

  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Spa bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Window
  • Family rooms
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Sofa
  • Lockers
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking

Laundry

  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Cycling

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Health and safety

  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of Hotel Penaga

8.1
Very good
4426 verified ratings
Wonderful
1972
Very good
1039
Good
557
Okay
361
Fair
198
Mediocre
133
Poor
166

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally praised the hotel's excellent location, spacious rooms, and comfortable beds, making it ideal for sightseeing and family stays. However, many guests expressed dissatisfaction with cleanliness and maintenance issues, including stained linens and mosquito problems. Service received mixed reviews, with some guests noting unfriendly or rude staff. Noise levels were a concern for some due to the hotel's central location and nearby traffic. Overall, the hotel offers good value for its location and room size but could improve in cleanliness and service quality.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Room Size7.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort6.5 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
Cleanliness1.5 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Robin, Mar 2025
This is our second time at this beautiful hotel. I loved the antique Chinese furniture and spacious thoughtfully designed rooms. Perfect location and helpful staff.
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Sept 2019
Pros (+) Great rooms and facilities. Breakfast was a treat. Georgetown central location was perfect.

Location

Corner of Jalan Hutton & Lebuh Clarke, George Town 10050

What's nearby

  • Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion0.5 km
  • KOMTAR Tower0.6 km
  • Arulmigu Sri Mahamariamman Temple0.9 km
  • Khoo Kongsi Temple0.9 km
  • Batik Painting Museum Penang0.9 km
  • Pinang Peranakan Mansion1.2 km
  • Penang City Hall1.2 km
  • Fort Cornwallis1.5 km
  • Penang Ferry Terminal1.6 km
  • Penang Jetty1.6 km
  • Stadium Bandaraya Pulau Pinang2 km
  • Gurney Drive2.6 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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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Hotel Penaga

  • How long should you stay at Hotel Penaga? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 3 days.

FAQs when booking at Hotel Penaga

  • Where is Hotel Penaga located?

    Hotel Penaga is located at Corner of Jalan Hutton & Lebuh Clarke, 0.6 km from the centre of George Town. Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion is the closest landmark to Hotel Penaga.

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

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

  • Does Hotel Penaga offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel Penaga offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Hotel Penaga offer free parking?

    Yes, Hotel Penaga offers free parking.

  • How far is Hotel Penaga from the airport?

    Hotel Penaga is 14.9 km from Penang Intl. Hotel Penaga is 86.1 km from Alor Setar.

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    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Hotel Penaga in George Town and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Hotel Penaga and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Hotel Penaga.

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Distance to airport

8.2
0.6 km
Penang Intl
14.9 km

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