Gelugor

George Town

Gelugor
Gelugor
Photo by Cellv Anju
Photo by Cellv Anju
Photo by Sharon Zahra
Photo by Sharon Zahra
Photo by Sharon Zahra
Photo by Sharon Zahra

Popular places to visit

Gurney Drive

Gurney Drive

During your trip to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Gurney Drive
KOMTAR showing a high rise building

KOMTAR

Enjoy panoramic views of the city and indulge in an array of food and shopping within the island's tallest building.

KOMTAR
Penang Hill

Penang Hill

Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.

Penang Hill
Queensbay Mall

Queensbay Mall

During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Queensbay Mall
Ferringgi Beach

Ferringgi Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Ferringgi Beach
Kek Lok Si Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and heritage architecture

Kek Lok Si Temple

The largest Buddhist temple in Penang houses the awe-inspiring 10,000 Buddha pagoda, the giant bronze statue of Kuan Yin, and a delightful souvenir and food market.

Kek Lok Si Temple

Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

P136
per traveler
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
Armenian Street

Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)

P7,794
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Penang City Private Half Day Tour (5 hours)
Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

P5,118
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
ESCAPE

Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket

P3,331
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Adventure Park Entry Ticket
Enjoy breathtaking views of Penang from the top floor of the city's tallest building

THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket

P1,367
per adult
THE TOP Komtar Penang Skywalk Admission Ticket
Georgetown Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Penang Island Tour

Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour

P2,121
per adult
Malaysia Penang Georgetown’s Heritage Trishaw Ride Half-Day Tour
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Top hotels in Gelugor

Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4.5 out of 5
239A Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, George Town
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,393 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P5,393
P6,000 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Queensbay Mall and Penang Hill ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"This place is absolutely stunning"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Iconic Regency Service Residences - Managed by Iconic Hotel

Iconic Regency Service Residences - Managed by Iconic Hotel

3 out of 5
239, Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, George Town, Penang
The price is P3,930 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P3,930
P4,406 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Queensbay Mall and KOMTAR are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Nice place to stay at reasonable price"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Iconic Regency Service Residences - Managed by Iconic Hotel
Century Bay Private Residences

Century Bay Private Residences

4 out of 5
5, Lintang Pantai Jerjak, Sungai Nibong, Georgetown, George Town, Penang
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Queensbay Mall and ...
6.6/10 (214 reviews)
"Very good residential building. nothing around the properly except a small grocery shop. Great view and great amenities."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2024

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Century Bay Private Residences
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

3.5 out of 5
33, New Lane, (off Macalister Road), Georgetown, George Town, Penang
The price is P5,223 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P5,223
P6,325 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Good location
"Good location. Lots of hawker stalls nearby."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4 out of 5
Magazine Road, George Town, Penang
The price is P4,336 per night from Aug 30 to Aug 31
P4,336
P5,293 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Comfortable bed, spacious room"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
PARKROYAL Penang Resort

PARKROYAL Penang Resort

4.5 out of 5
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, George Town, Penang
The price is P6,572 per night from Sep 10 to Sep 11
P6,572
P7,931 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Learning in Comfort
"Amazing village tour with Sheik! It was highly informative regarding land use, nature, and nature’s medicine. Also met a few lovely villagers who were ever so kind in sharing their garden’s ubat, and introduced me to their friendly & beautiful kitties! And then there was Fauzi with his incredible ..."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

PARKROYAL Penang Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Gelugor

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Sungai Dua

While Sungai Dua isn't home to many top sights, Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sungai Dua
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Kampung Sungai Nibong

Kampung Sungai Nibong is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena while you're in town.

Kampung Sungai Nibong
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Taman Happy Valley

Though Taman Happy Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kek Lok Si Temple and Bats' Cave Temple.

Taman Happy Valley
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Relau

Relau might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Relau
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Bayan Baru

While Bayan Baru isn't home to many top sights, Penang International Sports Arena and Snake Temple are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bayan Baru
Georgetown showing a coastal town, a skyscraper and cbd

Downtown George Town

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.

Downtown George Town

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