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3 stars

The Sovereign

No 22 Lorong Kinta, George Town 10400, Malaysia
George Town, Malaysia
See location+60 4226 6022
6.5
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based on 42 reviews
42 reviews
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Overview

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Nestled in the heart of Georgetown, The Sovereign Hotel is an ideal spot from which to discover Penang. The excitement of the city center is only 7.7 km away. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations. Offering hotel guests superior services and a broad range of amenities, The Sovereign Hotel is committed to ensuring that your stay is as comfortable as possible. This hotel offers numerous on-site facilities to satisfy even the most discerning guest. 14 rooms spread over 2 floors provide a warm and pleasant home away from home. Modern comforts such as television LCD/plasma screen, internet access – wireless, internet access – wireless (complimentary), non smoking rooms, air conditioning can be found in selected rooms. Besides, the hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Whatever your reason for visiting Penang, the The Sovereign Hotel is the perfect venue for an exhilarating and exciting break away. Note: Effective September 1st, 2017, as per Government of Malaysia requirements, hotel guests who are not Malaysian citizens or long-term/permanent residents of Malaysia will be levied a tourism tax of RM 10.00 per room per night stay. Please note these changes in tax structure will result in revised taxes being charged and will be payable additionally during check in. Penang Tax: Effective from June 1, 2014, the City Council of Penang will impose a Local Council Tax of MYR 3 per room per night for 4 and 5-star hotels, and MYR 2 per room per night for 0 to 3-star hotels. The star rating will be in accordance to the rating from Local Council and should the rating differ from the website, the local council rating will apply. This fee is payable directly to the hotel upon check-in and is not included in the room rate and taxes stated herein.
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6.5
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Based on 42 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at The Sovereign

  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • 24hr front desk
  • Air-conditioned
  • Bicycle rental
  • Storage available

Services and conveniences

  • Room service
  • 24hr front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioned

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Things to do

  • Bicycle rental

General

  • Storage available

Family friendly

  • Complimentary breakfast

Reviews of The Sovereign

6.5
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42 verified ratings
Wonderful
7
Very good
4
Good
5
Okay
11
Fair
5
Mediocre
6
Poor
4

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests have expressed dissatisfaction with the hotel's cleanliness, noting issues such as musty odors, old linens, and dirty towels. Service was also criticized, particularly regarding rude staff and inadequate amenities. Additionally, many guests found the rooms to be small and lacking proper facilities, leading to an overall negative experience.
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Cleanliness3 out of 10
Room Size3 out of 10
Service2.5 out of 10
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No 22 Lorong Kinta, George Town 10400

What's nearby

  • KOMTAR Tower357 yd
  • Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion0.6 mi
  • Khoo Kongsi Temple0.7 mi
  • Batik Painting Museum Penang0.7 mi
  • Arulmigu Sri Mahamariamman Temple0.8 mi
  • Stadium Bandaraya Pulau Pinang0.9 mi
  • Pinang Peranakan Mansion1 mi
  • Penang City Hall1.1 mi
  • Penang Ferry Terminal1.1 mi
  • Penang Jetty1.1 mi
  • Fort Cornwallis1.2 mi
  • Gurney Drive1.7 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

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FAQs when booking at The Sovereign

  • Where is The Sovereign located?

    The Sovereign is located at No 22 Lorong Kinta, 0.5 miles from the center of George Town. KOMTAR Tower is the closest landmark to The Sovereign.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Sovereign?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at The Sovereign.

  • Does The Sovereign offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Sovereign offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Sovereign from the airport?

    The Sovereign is 9.1 miles from Penang Intl. The Sovereign is 53.5 miles from Alor Setar.

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Good to know

Value for money

6.6

Distance to city center

0.5 mi

Nearest Airport

Penang Intl

Distance to airport

8.9 mi