Hotel Penaga

4.5 star property
Art Deco hotel with area shuttle service and a fitness center

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Exterior
Penaga Two-Bedroom Family Suite | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, desk
Exterior detail
Interior
Staircase

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Corner Of Jalan Hutton & Lebuh Clarke, Georgetown, George Town, Penang, 10050
  • Place, Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, KOMTAR
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Pinang Peranakan Mansion
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Transfer One-Bedroom Suite with Jacuzzi and Balcony

  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Hutton Deluxe King Room with Jacuzzi and Balcony

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Hutton Deluxe King Room with Jacuzzi

  • 376 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Transfer One-Bedroom Suite with Jacuzzi

  • 645 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Penaga Two-Bedroom Family Suite

  • 753 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Clarke Terrace House with Private Outdoor Jacuzzi

  • 409 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Hutton Deluxe Queen Room with Jacuzzi

  • 376 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Hutton Deluxe Twin Room with Jacuzzi

  • 376 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Hutton Deluxe Twin Room with Jacuzzi and Balcony

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

George Town

Located in Downtown George Town, Hotel Penaga is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion and KOMTAR. This 45-room, 4.5-star hotel has indoor private hot tubs along with an outdoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • KOMTAR - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Pinang Peranakan Mansion - 15 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Penang Hill - 15 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 28 min drive
  • Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Founders Hutton - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kafe Evergreen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bee Hwa Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Liga Maju Nasi Dalca Ayam Negro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Aecoffeepg - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Penaga

Art Deco hotel with area shuttle service and a fitness center
Guests staying at Hotel Penaga enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. There's onsite parking for a fee and a free area shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a meeting room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer jetted tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include indoor private hot tubs, free minibar items, and coffee makers.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (MYR 6 per day)
  • Free area shuttle up to 1.2 km
  • Self parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Tanglung Bar
  • The Cinnamon Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1920
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Children and extra beds

  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 180.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: MYR 100 per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 3.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Nearby parking fee: MYR 6 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 180.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Parties and events are allowed on site.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Hotel Penaga
Hotel Penaga Penang
Hotel Penaga George Town
Penaga Hotel
Penaga Penang
Hotel Penaga Penang/George Town
Penaga George Town

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Penaga?

Hotel Penaga provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do near Hotel Penaga?

This hotel is situated in Downtown George Town within a short 11-minute walk of KOMTAR and also 20 minutes on foot from Gurney Drive. You'll also find Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site and Pinang Peranakan Mansion less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Penaga?

Yes, self parking is available for a surcharge. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Hotel Penaga have a casino?

No, Hotel Penaga doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Penaga?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel Penaga?

This historic hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Penaga?

Yes, all guestrooms at this hotel have private indoor spa tubs.

Does Hotel Penaga have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Penaga serves breakfast for a surcharge at The Cinnamon Restaurant.

Does Hotel Penaga have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Penaga?

The closest major airport to Hotel Penaga is Penang Intl. Airport (PEN), which is 11.3 mi away (29 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Penaga?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a terrace where guests can enjoy garden or city views.

Does Hotel Penaga have a wedding venue?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Hotel Penaga.

Reviews

Hotel Penaga Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 374 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 374 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 374 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 374 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 374 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

wing keong

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
7am breakfast, only 1 person is working and not quite ready to serve your guests. Coffee machine not working and no one to ask. No one is there. The bread is straight out from the fridge. The location is next to a motorcycle shop. Very noise when they are testing their customers bike. Room is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not too great hotel

Very noisy location. Had to switch room for better sleeping. Bed sheets were poorly washed and sanitized
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Mable

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hotel you don’t want to miss 💓

Very cosy hotel With love and style place Love to go back Highly recommend this hotel in Ipoh...
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Location is very good and staff friendly, but concierge services were poor when seeking advice re places to eat. The room was comfortable and had a nice balcony, but one floorboard was broken, covered by a mat. Breakfast was disappointing - many items in the warmers were cold and it was hit and miss getting eggs cooked the way you liked depending on who was on duty. Often food that had run our was not restocked in a timely manner at times leaving little choice. Overall it appeared that the kitchen was understaffed and not particularly vigilant.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Francisco Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice traditional style house hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super cute, but the hardest mattresses ever

This hotel is *super* cute, and the breakfast spreads were quite good (I've had better, but those were pretty extreme). The location is great for walking around downtown. Note that the Transfer rooms require walking up two flights of stairs. The wifi speed was good, but maxed out on three devices. The second day there wasn't a lot of hot water for some reason. Check-in was a bit slow, but not unreasonably so. My biggest problem was that the beds were *super* hard. While I hope to visit Penang again, I won't be staying at this hotel just because of the mattresses, they were that bad. It was practically just a 1-inch layer of foam on top of a box-spring, it was that hard. Unfortunately hard mattresses are sort of a southeast asian thing so I am not sure other places will be much better either.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in the perfect location. It had everything you need and very comfortable as well. Can be a little noisy as it’s located on a main road but it’s not too bad and they do provide you with ear plugs. Excellent staff, everything is as described on the site as well.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel ideally located at the edg3 of the old to2n.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bernd

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Margaret, HK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and uniquely conserved hotel. Great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sakkrapong

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Ching Miu

Disliked: Cleanliness

Online view differs quite a bit from the actual

Overall experience is okay. Service staff are accommodating. The only not so pleasant experience is the constant body odor in the room - not sure if it's from the guest prior to my stay or it's from the housekeeper who cleans my room. I had to open the window and put the fan in full blast whenever I return to my room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
felt heritage atmosphere which is good experience for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel stated the breakfast hour starts at 7:00am but during my stay it open at 7:20am. Others than that overall is good.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location on the edge of GeorgeTown, which is an easy walk away. The hotel offered an overall old school charm bringing back memories of the times spent in Singapore in the mid 60's. Room comfortable and big. Bed a tad too hard for my liking, but OK. Nice decor, balcony over looking the green and lush courtyard with interesting bird life. Just a tad noisy because of traffic (motor scooters with dodgy silencers!). Plenty of very good eateries in the general location, including 2 rather good hawker centers nor more than 5-6 mins away on foot.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, feel sence
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Youngran

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is a motorbike repair shop nearby. We were quite surprise by the noise when we got there. I
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location is perfect! We stayed in rooms on the busy street side but the hotel provided us with ear plugs! The decor is beautiful. The staff are very friendly! Would very much recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

WeiZhong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

ben, Perth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice style of furniture. Had an authentic experience over other more modern establishments. Also so central in Georgetown, everything is just a walk away!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Unfortunate incident

Beware if you got a duplex room with stairs. The stairs is so slippery despite us being very careful both of us slipped and got injured. When we inform the front desk they were not concerned at all and just nod. Another guest heard our conversation and mentioned she nearly slipped as well but it was a room without stairs. Please take note and for kids and elderly please do not book the room with stairs. There's a lot of dusts as well. Cleanliness not that good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019