Penang Island
Travel Guide
Visit Penang Island
Where to stay in Penang Island
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.
Batu Ferringhi
Batu Ferringhi is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Batu Feringghi Night Market and Ferringgi Beach.
Tanjung Tokong
Tanjung Tokong is well-regarded for its beaches, abundant dining options and seaside views, and you might also want to make a stop by Ibox Museum of Glass Penang, a top sight in the neighborhood.
Bayan Lepas
If you're spending some time in Bayan Lepas, Queensbay Mall and Pantai Teluk Bayu are top sights worth seeing.
Tanjung Pinang
If you're spending some time in Tanjung Pinang, Straits Quay Mall and Gurney Drive are top sights worth seeing.
Gelugor
You'll enjoy the cafes and monuments in Gelugor. You might want to make time for a stop at Penang Bridge West End or THE LIGHT Waterfront Penang.
Ascott Gurney Penang
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Clean hotel in a great location near restaurants and shops, with friendly staff—though luggage space is limited.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Large rooms excellent staff good AC poor fridge
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
lyf Georgetown Penang
Clean and nice
Reviewed on May 1, 2026
Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang
The room very clean
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Penang Straits Garden Georgetown
nice
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
