About this property

Cititel Penang offers accommodations in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, famous for its rich history and heritage. It features an indoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy meals from 3 of the in-house dining options or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. It is 500 metres to the vibrant Chinatown. Fort Cornwallis and Wonderfood Museum are 2 km from CItitel Penang while Clan Jetties of Penang and Gurney Drive are 3 km away. Batu Ferringhi Beach is 15.6 km from the property. Penang International Airport is 18.1 km away. Air-conditioned rooms open up to views of the city and are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a desk. The en suite bathroom includes shower facilities. Other facilities at the property include a karaoke room and a mini-mart. Guests can approach the 24-hour front desk for currency exchange, tour arrangements and luggage storage. Guests can explore the surrounding area for a variety of shopping and dining options. A range of local, Thai and international specialities can be enjoyed at the hotel’s 24-hour Main Street Café. Open for lunch and dinner, Zhonghua Gourmet and Kirishima Restaurant serve Chinese and Japanese dishes respectively.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Situated in the best rated area in George Town, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Breakfast info

Asian, American, Buffet

Free parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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  • 1 single bed
237 feet²
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

  • Shower
  • Bidet
  • Internet facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
Max persons: 2
US$58 per night
Price US$191
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, MYR 3 Heritage charge per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$12
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max persons: 2
US$78 per night
Price US$256
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, MYR 3 Heritage charge per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • 1 extra-large double bed
237 feet²
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$59 per night
Original price
US$242.68
Late Escape Deal
- US$48.54
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$194.15

US$59 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, MYR 3 Heritage charge per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$12
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 2
US$68 per night
Original price
US$279.36
Late Escape Deal
- US$55.87
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$223.49

US$68 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, MYR 3 Heritage charge per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max persons: 2
US$74 per night
Price US$243
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, MYR 3 Heritage charge per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$12
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
Max persons: 2
US$85 per night
Price US$279
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, MYR 3 Heritage charge per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Michael
    Singapore Singapore
    I really like all your staff from Front Desk, Concierge, Cleaning and even your Technical staff. You hotel operates like a 6-Star hotel and we were very impressed the with the staffs the most. I have not seen this level of service in Japan,...
  • Kiat
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Location was excellent. Within easy walking distance to food and sights.
  • Soon
    Australia Australia
    All the staffs were excellent. They were friendly, attentive and courteous. We always stay in this hotel wherever we visit Penang.
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    2 minute walk to restaurants and bars and shops. only 35 minutes in taxi to airport
  • Rozida
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Location is excellent. Walking distance to lots of famous eatery and shopping areas for local delicacies
  • Esther
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Excellent customer service and the rooms were very clean.
  • Matajie
    Malaysia Malaysia
    The breakfast and location was superb. These are the reasons I always chose this hotel
  • Mohd
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Water dispenser provided at the alleyway at each floor which proved an ultimate effort to save the earth. Further, a small forest flora fauna aquarium display adjacent to the lift is another fresh attraction!
  • Hamidah
    Malaysia Malaysia
    The rooms are clean.. The Staff were friendly and helpful Breakfast was excellent with many choices – for example, they even served “roti sarang burung” which was delicious.
  • Rose
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Excellent location - walking distance to great local restaurants and shopping area.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant #1

    No additional info available

House rules

Cititel Penang takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
MYR 135 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
MYR 135 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted. Effective June 01, 2014, the Penang City Council will be imposing a fee of MYR 3 per room per night, payable directly to the hotel upon check in.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Cititel Penang in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.