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Tony’s Guesthouse at Teluk Bahang in Batu Ferringhi provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a terrace. This guest house provides free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. When staying at the guest house, guests can use private entrance. The entire facility is spacious, each living quarters has their respective toilets, there is a main hall where you could sit and chill (or work). Simple food and beverages are provided. There are many animals to keep you company throughout your stay. If you need anything just ask Tony, he is very approachable.

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9.1
Superb
1,086 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

Located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, Ren I Tang Heritage Inn is located in a restored building from the 1800s. Spanning an area of 3 shop house units, the property features free WiFi, a restaurant and small museum on the ground floor, which used to be a medical hall. The breakfast was amazing with fresh local fruit and specialties. The staff was very kind and understanding (especially in light of our late arrival). The location is in the middle of GeorgeTown (and could not be more centrally located with nearby attractions all within walking distance). There's even a decent sized grocery store across the street if needed. The interior of the hotel is a renovated historic shop/warehouse and is full of charm. Highly recommended.

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9.3
Superb
1,295 reviews
Price from
US$62
per night

Situated in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach and 600 metres from 1st Avenue Penang, Melayu Villa by Aayu - 8 mins walk to Armenian St features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a garden and a shared lounge. The property features inner courtyard and quiet street views, and is less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar. The guest house has family rooms. what can I say it was just PERFECT! room big , staff very kind and responsive , always available on whatsapp chat, door keylock so convenient , no need to carry extra keys around . location is simply amazing , walking distance from many highlights in penang . it was really a great choice, couldn't be happier , thank you , Simone

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9.2
Superb
222 reviews
Price from
US$38
per night

There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. At the guest house, all units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar is less than 1 km from the guest house, while Penang Times Square is a 18-minute walk away. Penang International Airport is 14 km from the property. Loved my stay. The room was basic but perfectly functional and very clean. Great location and very friendly staff. I originally booked the room with the shared bathroom (it was always clean and only shared with one other room). Due to becoming ill I asked if I could switch to a room with a private bathroom and pay the extra, this was arranged very quickly and the team even offered to get me medicine if i needed it. Thanks for a wonderful stay!

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9.3
Superb
319 reviews
Price from
US$43
per night

With a shared bathroom equipped with a bidet and slippers, units at the guest house also offer free WiFi. At the guest house, all units come with bed linen and towels.

A bicycle rental service is available at the guest house. Very clean and modern decor in a listed building. Lots of facilities like a washing machine so can do your own washing. Key coded entry so you felt safe.

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9.2
Superb
340 reviews
Price from
US$36
per night

Located in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach, Aayu Stewart - Stewart Ln, George Town provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. This recently renovated guest house is located 500 metres from Wonderfood Museum and 1.3 km from 1st Avenue Penang. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. Very spacious and very pretty and clean house. Nice experience

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9.4
Superb
653 reviews
Price from
US$45
per night

Located in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach, Cocoa Mews Cafe and Homestay provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free WiFi and a shared kitchen. The property is around 2 km from Penang Times Square, 8.2 km from Straits Quay and 8.2 km from Penang Botanic Gardens. Penang Hill is 9.4 km from the guest house and Queensbay Mall is 12 km away. Probably the best homestay I've ever been, in Malaysia for sure. The 3 hosts are all amazing person and you can fell it from the atmosphere inside the house. They put love and care in every little details of this charming and historic house. They take care of you, give veery detailed and exhaustive advice of what to see and to do in town, so you can experience the real and authentic George Town. There is always water and some snack and fruit for free ready for you, and in the morning also a little tast of real Malaysian food. Thank you guys, you are amazing. Most important, there are at least 3 lovely cats that makes this "house a home". Also perfect location in the heart of the beautiful city of George Town.

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9.5
Exceptional
556 reviews
Price from
US$17
per night

Offering a garden and garden view, Nature Fruit Farm - Private Estate is located in Balik Pulau, 23 km from Penang Hill and 23 km from Taman Rimba Teluk Bahang. The property features mountain and river views, and is 18 km from Queensbay Mall. The guest house provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. Beautiful treed setting, lovely grounds and a beautiful family to greet you. All the comforts you need in a peaceful environment. Hope to return someday.

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9
Superb
135 reviews
Price from
US$56
per night

Situated in George Town, 2.3 km from Northam Beach and 500 metres from 1st Avenue Penang, My Guesthouse 109 - SELF CHECK IN features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, free bikes and a shared lounge. It is located less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and offers private check-in and check-out. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. Laid back, clean, and full of very sweet and sociable cats! I love the way the space is decorated and the room itself had everything I needed to have a comfortable stay. Other guests were quiet and generally kept to themselves but also were very kind in the brief interactions I had. If you love cats I highly recommend :)

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9.1
Superb
552 reviews
Price from
US$17
per night

2.4 km from Northam Beach, Toh Aka Inn is set in George Town and offers air-conditioned rooms. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located less than 1 km from 1st Avenue Penang. Strategic location, clean, friendly staff. 物超所值

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9.1
Superb
13 reviews
Price from
US$6
per night

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