Hotel Penaga

4 stars
Corner of Jalan Hutton & Lebuh Clarke, George Town 10050, Malaysia
George Town, Malaysia
8.1
Very good
based on 4229 reviews
4,229 reviews
Thu 1/15
-
Fri 1/16
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
$43
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Deluxe room
$43
King room
$47
Double room
$86
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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.

Latest deals for Hotel Penaga

Thu 1/15
Fri 1/16
Double room
No inclusions
1 double bed
$86
nightly with fees
King room
No inclusions
1 king bed
$47
nightly with fees
Deluxe room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
$43
nightly with fees
No inclusions
1 king bed
$50
nightly with fees
No inclusions
2 twin beds
$53
nightly with fees
No inclusions
bed type unknown
$54
nightly with fees
Queen room
No inclusions
1 queen bed
$89
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 center
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Business center
  • 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
  • Trash cans
  • 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 center
  • Safety deposit box
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • 24hr front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • No smoking
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • 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 center

Reviews of Hotel Penaga

8.1
Very good
4229 verified ratings
Wonderful
1893
Very good
991
Good
535
Okay
341
Fair
187
Mediocre
129
Poor
159

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location, friendly staff, and value for money. However, many reviews highlighted issues with cleanliness and maintenance, with several guests expressing disappointment over the state of the rooms and facilities. While some enjoyed the heritage charm and spaciousness, others faced frustrations with service and amenities.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Location9 out of 10
Service2 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, Sep 2019
Pros (+) Great rooms and facilities. Breakfast was a treat. Georgetown central location was perfect.
5.4
Fair
Anonymous, Apr 2016
Pros (+) Was okay but not what I was expecting. Facilities and staff less than expected, and location a few blocks further from main attractions. Room was an odd mix of very nice and very tacky furnishings and...
Cons (-) Was okay but not what I was expecting. Facilities and staff less than expected, and location a few blocks further from main attractions. Room was an odd mix of very nice and very tacky furnishings and...
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Location

Corner of Jalan Hutton & Lebuh Clarke, George Town 10050

What's nearby

  • Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion0.3 mi
  • KOMTAR Tower0.4 mi
  • Arulmigu Sri Mahamariamman Temple0.6 mi
  • Khoo Kongsi Temple0.6 mi
  • Batik Painting Museum Penang0.6 mi
  • Pinang Peranakan Mansion0.7 mi
  • Penang City Hall0.8 mi
  • Fort Cornwallis0.9 mi
  • Penang Ferry Terminal1 mi
  • Penang Jetty1 mi
  • Stadium Bandaraya Pulau Pinang1.2 mi
  • Gurney Drive1.6 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Hotel Penaga

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Average price (weekend night)

January
February
$57
$58
Cheapest month to stay with an average 23% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 29% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Hotel Penaga

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Hotel Penaga

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Hotel Penaga, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Hotel Penaga, plan to stay on a Sunday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Hotel Penaga was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $50, while the most expensive was $50.
  • How long should you stay at Hotel Penaga? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Hotel Penaga

  • Where is Hotel Penaga located?

    Hotel Penaga is located at Corner of Jalan Hutton & Lebuh Clarke, 0.4 miles from the center 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 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM 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 9.2 miles from Penang Intl. Hotel Penaga is 53.5 miles from Alor Setar.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Hotel Penaga hotel deals?

    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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Good to know

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Nearest Airport

Distance to airport

8.2
0.4 mi
Penang Intl
9.2 mi

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