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Vacation rentals in Penang Island

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Superhost
Tiny home in Balik Pulau
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews

Daze in Nature 12 | Balik Pulau | Penang Island

VivianRating, 5 stars2 months ago
Came back here for the second time because of how much I love this place and it truly feels like a home away from home. Kenneth’s place is clean and tidy, and the house is surrounded by trees - giving you a peaceful, serene, and calming feeling. Kenneth also gave us some quail eggs and duck eggs - all from the animals that he reared and we are truly grateful to him. It has always been a pleasure staying with Kenneth :)
Guest favorite
Loft in Jelutong
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews

Maritime Seaview Comfy SuitePenang,TVbox,Pool,WiFi

CarisRating, 5 starstoday
The room was very clean, and everything was great. I will definitely stay here again. Everything you need for dining and entertainment is right downstairs—super convenient! Highly recommended!
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Condo in George Town
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 97 reviews

【Sky Pool • Seaview】 8pax City Centre - 3km to Komtar

ShafiqRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Had a wonderful stay here. The accommodation was neat and tidy. Appreciate the host for seperating Halal and Non-Halal utensils. 😁👍🏽
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Apartment in George Town
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 60 reviews

Georgetown Premium Luxury Comfort 2BR Suite *4pax*

ZaideRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
I had a great stay at Alex's place in George Town. The room looked exactly as listed-clean, comfortable, and just as described in the photos. Check-in was super easy thanks to the clear and detailed instructions, and Alex was very responsive whenever I had questions. Would definitely recommend.
Superhost
Home in George Town
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews

Georgetown Minimalist Elegance

AriaRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Very nice house!The surroundings are quiet, the house itself is large and suitable for many people, and the facilities are also very good!I'll be back soon!
Home in Batu Ferringhi
5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Private Beachfront Haven

ArifRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
The host was fantastic! The place very nice you can hear the waves sound so relaxing and calming! The location was perfect. Highly recommend✨
Loft in George Town
4.73 out of 5 average rating, 264 reviews

Swan 180° Sunrise Seaview Cozy Beachfront [Sanitized]

MattRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Amazing views, good interior design, actually feels a lot more like a home than a lot of Airbnb's. It's located in a nice residential feeling area, nearby waterfront path to walk beside the sea - very peaceful and safe. A short Grab ride to the centre of George Town. Good wifi speeds too. No real negatives (zero ants that a previous review mentioned). Could improve a few rough spots of paintwork, more places to hang clothes, adding a washing machine. Overall though we loved staying here and would love to return in the future.
Superhost
Apartment in George Town
4.67 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Seaview & King Bed Komtar Georgetown Free Parking

AnnanggaRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
I had a wonderful stay at this apartment! Communication with the owner was smooth and very responsive from the beginning. The check-in process was also easy and hassle-free, which made our arrival very convenient. The apartment itself is spacious, spotlessly clean, and fully equipped with everything we needed during our stay. From kitchen utensils to toiletries, everything was thoughtfully provided. The location is extremely strategic, close to shops, restaurants, hospital, and public transportation, making it easy to get around. Highly recommend this place, and I would definitely stay here again!

Your guide to Penang Island

All About Penang Island

Sitting off the coast of Malaysia’s mainland facing Malacca Strait, Penang Island is best known for its capital city, George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a cultural hotspot, where a mix of modernist-style mosques and intricately crafted, 19th-century temples represent the region’s unique heritage. George Town’s city center is a work of art in itself, where you will find sprawling murals covering everything from building walls to sidewalks throughout the city center.

A group of historic, Chinese-settled clan jetties from the 1800s sit along George Town’s waterfront, each named after a family clan. The small, grouped neighborhoods are set over the water on stilts, with food stalls and wooden homes where residents still live today. Opposite George Town, the 3,000-acre Penang National Park lies on the northwestern coast of Penang Island, packed with hundreds of plant species like palm and seraya trees. As you enter the park, you will trek through dense jungle to the white-sand Pantai Kerachut Beach, with dusky leaf monkeys poking through the lush terrain along the way.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Penang Island

Penang has tropical weather year-round, staying hot and humid throughout each season. Penang Island remains slightly warmer than mainland Malaysia, and the rainiest time of year usually lasts from April to November. In December, the Penang International Dragon Boat Festival takes place, where dozens of decorated dragon boats race against others across the open waters to the beat of a drum, a Chinese tradition dating back more than 2,000 years. One of Penang Island’s most notable summer events is the George Town Festival, celebrating the arts and hosting programs from local musicians and theater to photography and film.

Penang celebrates Wesak Day in May with a vibrant festival where extravagant floats come alive with lights, flowers, and Buddhist symbols to celebrate Buddha's birthday. During the rainy fall season, the George Town Literary Festival takes place in November with literary forums with writers from the region.


Top things to do in Penang Island

Penang Night Markets

Night markets are open every day of the week on Penang Island, where you can try local cuisine from pop-up vendors cooking street food on the spot as you order. At the Chulia Street Night Hawkers Stalls, you will find some of the most-loved local items like char kway teow, a rice noodle dish stir-fried with shrimp and bean sprouts.

Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi

This temple is one of the most famous clan temples in the state, built by the Leong San Tong Chinese clan nearly 700 years ago in historic George Town. The gold-embellished temple houses a museum detailing the clan’s history amid stunning craftsmanship, complete with stone pillars, hanging lanterns, and intricate altars used for worship.

Little India

Penang Island’s Little India neighborhood is teeming with local shops selling goods from handmade sari dresses and jewelry to specialty spices and Indian cuisines like tandoori chicken and samosas. Although George Town is usually known as the main hub for street art, Little India boasts its own impressive murals throughout the neighborhood, with several on Clive Street and Kerbau Road.

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