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About the Hotel

38 Jalan Larut, George Town, Malaysia, 10050

Georgetown Hotel is a 3-star property situated in the heart of Downtown George Town, Penang. The hotel offers convenient access to major banks, shopping complexes, and historical sites, making it a strategic choice for both business and leisure travelers. Its proximity to the Clan Jetties of Penang and other cultural landmarks adds to its significance in the area. Guests benefit from modern amenities and 24-hour assistance to enhance their stay.

Location

Located less than 1 km from key attractions like the Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, the hotel is also near Chew Thean Yeang and Wawasan Open University Main Campus. Its main lobby opens onto Larut Road, facilitating direct vehicular access. Major transportation hubs and points of interest, including Little India and various cultural sites, are within walking distance.

Rooms

All guestrooms are equipped with air conditioning and feature a comfortable seating area. Guests can enjoy complimentary WiFi, room service, and en suite bathrooms that include free toiletries. The deluxe double rooms also offer a flat-screen TV, sofa, and a desk. Each unit is designed with modern conveniences such as a kettle and coffee/tea maker.

Leisure & Business

The hotel provides a range of facilities including a business center and roundtrip airport shuttle services. Guests can utilize concierge services and have access to luggage storage and dry cleaning/laundry services. WiFi is available in all areas, making it convenient for business needs as well. The 24-hour front desk ensures assistance is available at any time.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

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Getting around

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City Centre

George Town700 m

Airports

Penang International (PEN) 18.1 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Easy Free Parking!

“The free parking facility was a huge advantage, allowing us to explore the area without worries about additional fees.” view full review

Comfortable and Cool

“Our room was equipped with effective air conditioning, ensuring a comfortable stay, even during the hot weather.” view full review

Immaculate Bathroom

“The bathroom was spotless and well-designed, making our morning routines a refreshing experience.” view full review

Lovely Ambiance

“The room's decor, particularly the charming bedside light and beautiful wall paintings, added a nice touch to our stay.” view full review

General

Free Wi-Fi
24-hour reception
Lift

Services

Room service

Room features

Air conditioning

Media

Television
Telephone

Location

38 Jalan Larut, George Town, Malaysia, 10050

Map view

38 Jalan Larut, George Town, Malaysia, 10050

City landmarks

10000

Komtar

1.3 km

Museum

Cheong Fatt Tze

1.3 km

Jalan Tun Syed Sheh Barakbah

Fort Cornwallis

2.1 km

Museum

Khoo Kongsi

1.7 km

29 Church Street

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

2.0 km

Queen Street and Penang Street

Little India

1.7 km

Museum

Upside Down Museum

1.3 km

Museum

The Camera Museum

1.3 km

Museum

Sun Yat Sen Museum Penang

1.5 km

Mall

Watsons

1.4 km

Park

Padang Kota Lama

1.5 km

Jalan Penang

Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar

960 m

Lebuh Chulia

Chulia Street

1.2 km

Mosque

Kapitan Keling Mosque

1.2 km

Mall

Penang Times Square

1.5 km

Amusement Park

The Top Penang

1.2 km

Pagoda

Buppharam Buddhist Temple

1.1 km

Shopping Area

Prangin Mall

1.4 km

Museum

Wonderfood Museum

2.0 km

Gallery

Chew Jetty

2.2 km

Museum

Penang State Museum Board

810 m

Museum

Glass Museum Penang

690 m

Mall

1st Avenue Mall

1.5 km

Light Street corner of Beach Street and King Edward’s Place

Jubilee Clock Tower

2.1 km

Museum

Dark Mansion

1.2 km

Gallery

Hin Bus Depot

1.5 km

Nearby

Square

Nagore Square

220 m

Cemetery

Old Protestant Cemetery

360 m

Shopping Area

New World Park

420 m

Restaurants

Kedai Makanan Seong Huat

20 m

Jalan Larut

Kfc

110 m

Kfc Kfc Kfc No. 52 Jalan Larut

Claypot King JI Bao Wang

130 m

32 Jalan Larut

Meet Up Cafe & Bar

140 m

158 & 160 Hutton Lane

New World Park Food Court

330 m

Jalan Burma

Ardor Bar & Coffee

240 m

41 Nagore

Dim Sum King Penang

270 m

Amber Chin Kitchen

360 m

147-149 Jalan Hutton Hutton Mansion

Maria's Sui Kow Wan Tan Mee

430 m

104

Swatow Lane Ice Kacang

430 m

102-E-1Burma Road New World Park

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

60%

liked the hotel and would stay again

6.0/10

Guest rating

Rooms

5.2

Location

5.6

Service

5.8

Dining

5.6

Leo

United Kingdom, January 2025

6.6/10

My stay at the Georgetown Hotel left me with mixed feelings. while the location was incredibly convenient, there were several drawbacks that made the experience less enjoyable. The cleanliness and the state of the facilities didn't quite meet my expectations. However, the helpful staff and accessible nearby dining options were definitely highlights.

Rooms

6.0

The room was quite compact and unfortunately not as clean as I had hoped. there were issues with the bathroom, and the air conditioning was less effective than I expected.

Service

7.0

The staff was helpful and friendly, going out of their way to assist me. I appreciated their effort when one employee even ran a distance to guide me to my destination.

Location

8.0

This hotel is well-located, with excellent local food courts just a short walk away. it's also close to shopping areas, although getting a taxi can be somewhat challenging.

Dining

7.0

I enjoyed the close proximity to various food options. the local food courts had a variety of delicious choices.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were basic at best. I faced some issues with room cleanliness and the lack of certain amenities, like towels provided only upon request.

Oliver

United Kingdom, December 2024

6.0/10

My stay at the Georgetown Hotel was a bit of a mixed bag. While the price was incredibly low and the rooms were quiet, the location was confusing and the staff seemed inexperienced at times. I had some issues with cleanliness that dampened the experience, but I appreciated the exceptional service from one particular employee.

Rooms

5.0

The double room was compact and well-organized, although it lacked a minifridge and was plagued with a leaking wall. The bathroom, however, was below par and overall cleanliness left much to be desired.

Service

Location

5.0

The hotel wasn't ideally located; I struggled to find it at night and had difficulty accessing nearby bus routes to attractions. It is, however, close to various local eateries and shopping centers.

Dining

5.0

The food options nearby were quite good, as several local food courts were within a short walking distance, making dining convenient.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel had basic amenities and good Wi-Fi, but lacked some fundamental facilities like consistent hot water and comprehensive housekeeping services.

Sydney

United Kingdom, December 2024

6.0/10

My stay at the Georgetown Hotel was quite disappointing. The location was off-central and felt unsafe returning at night. The room, more basic than expected, came with dirty linens and inadequate facilities. However, the staff did address my concerns promptly, which was a slight silver lining.

Rooms

5.0

The room was dirty with blood-stained pillowcases, and the toilet bowl wasn't functioning properly. Additionally, there was poor sound insulation, making it hard to relax.

Service

5.0

While the staff were somewhat friendly when I spoke to them, their overall service left a lot to be desired, especially when they didn't fulfill my requests about room cleanliness.

Location

5.0

The hotel is not centrally located, and navigating through dark alleys at night felt quite unsafe. It's not ideal if you want easy access to attractions.

Dining

5.0

There wasn't any notable dining experience here. Just basic amenities without dining options in-house.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel lacked essential facilities, and the amenities provided were very limited. There was no room service, and housekeeping seemed careless.

Lily

United Kingdom, October 2024

6.8/10

My recent stay at Georgetown Hotel was satisfactory overall, with some positives and negatives. The hotel was clean and the staff were friendly, always ready to help (especially when I needed a taxi arranged). However, the location isn't ideal for tourists seeking attractions and good dining options within walking distance.

Rooms

5.0

The family room I stayed in was reasonably spacious for the price, though I found the amenities quite basic. There were limited towels and hangers available, and I had to ask for extras.

Service

5.0

The staff were generally polite and accommodating, especially Fatin who welcomed me warmly. However, some of them lacked local knowledge which could have improved my experience.

Location

5.0

While the location is not in a tourist area, I was able to find a local restaurant nearby. It was a challenge to reach the hotel initially at night, but once I figured it out, it served its purpose.

Dining

5.0

Dining options nearby were limited, but I found a good local restaurant across the street offering tasteful dishes. This was a nice surprise.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel lacked some basic facilities like complimentary water in the room. I did appreciate the vending machine, but it felt a bit lacking overall.

Frederick

United Kingdom, October 2024

5.4/10

I had a satisfactory stay at Georgetown Hotel, where the cleanliness and friendly staff stood out to me. However, the hotel is not located in a tourist area and finding good restaurants nearby was a bit challenging.

Rooms

5.0

The room was small and basic, with some amenities present, but it lacked cleanliness and attention to detail.

Service

6.0

The staff were friendly and always ready to assist, though some seemed inexperienced regarding local attractions.

Location

5.0

The location was somewhat inconvenient, requiring transportation to get to main attractions. I also had difficulty finding the hotel at night.

Dining

6.0

There was a local restaurant across from the hotel that offered simple yet tasty dishes, which I appreciated.