Vacation rentals in Penang Island

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Condo in George Town

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 510 reviews

Positive reviews 1! SEAViEW CleanCozy Suite WiFi + Netflix Sea View Suite @ Anju Ko Ko Ko

a SEAVIEW DELUXE SUITE in the PERFECT location Charming, cosy seaview suite with NETFLIX, high speed WiFi & DRINKING WATER DISPENSER located just few km away from the city centre & the UNESCO World Heritage Site. By feet: - Japanese/Korean Restaurant/24hrs 7-11 Convenience Store on premise, ground floor - Food stalls, restaurants, super market & wet market By car: 5 km - UNESCO Heritage Site/G’Town 6 km - Gurney Drive 8 km - Queensbay Mall 14 km - Int'l Airport 16 km - Batu Ferringhi beach

Jun 4 – 11

G$8,252 GYD per night
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Townhouse in George Town

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 150 reviews

Charming Hidden Gem in the Heart of Penang Island

Highly recommended for families or groups of travelers, this 3-storey house is located in the famous Gurney Drive area of Penang, a convenient and safe location, making it an ideal base for exploring the island. Gurney Plaza and eateries are just steps away, while other main attractions and the beach are within a 5-15 mins drive The house has been designed by us, it boasts tasteful modern decor. You will love the comfort, cleanliness, and spaciousness of our place. We look forward to your stay!

Aug 19 – 26

G$36,681 GYD per night
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Townhouse in George Town

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews

Luxurious House 7 ensuite rooms in great location

Soak up the vintage old town charm of Georgetown in this traditional townhouse. Enjoy the comfort of all modern amenities and yet evoke memories of the past in this beautifully designed shophouse built circa 1900s. Many famous local influencers have chosen to stay here. You will be living in the heart of Georgetown UNESCO core zone. Wiithin walking distance to all the amazing spots! Four minutes walk to the famous Kids on Bicycle mural in Lebuh Armenian. Go cafe hopping to your hearts content.

Mar 10 – 17

G$68,423 GYD per night

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Other great vacation rentals in Penang Island

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Treehouse in Penang

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews

Treehouse - Sleeping on a Durian tree

Feb 23 – Mar 2

G$27,262 GYD per night
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Home in Bayan Lepas

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 55 reviews

Vacation Home by The Beach

Dec 10 – 17

G$36,401 GYD per night
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Condo in George Town

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 69 reviews

Codrington House • 1 Bedroom • 2 Carparks • 6F

Mar 19 – 26

G$14,163 GYD per night
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Cottage in Gelugor

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews

Cottage Style Living, steps from food & market

Dec 20 – 27

G$20,283 GYD per night
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Condo in George Town

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 78 reviews

Sunrise Gurney Seaview Stylish Duplex with Netflix

Sep 7 – 14

G$22,702 GYD per night
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Condo in George Town

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 86 reviews

Cozy Sunrise Seaview Penang

Jun 12 – 19

G$23,128 GYD per night
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Apartment in George Town

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 93 reviews

SEAVIEW Gurney Penthouse ♥ 5BR SPACIOUS Home ♥ 71

Feb 25 – Mar 4

G$41,613 GYD per night
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Apartment in George Town

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 82 reviews

Hill View King Suite Gurney Penthouse Balcony PH2

Oct 5 – 12

G$13,603 GYD per night
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Condo in George Town

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 84 reviews

*Pool table* Full Seaview Leisure Suites by Casey

Jun 10 – 17

G$24,020 GYD per night
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Condo in Tanjung Tokong

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 98 reviews

❤️ Seafront sunrise view w private outdoor terrace

Nov 30 – Dec 7

G$29,275 GYD per night
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Home in Tanjung Bungah

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews

Panoramic Seaview Holiday Home - Batu Ferringhi

Dec 2 – 9

G$41,386 GYD per night
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Apartment in George Town

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews

Cozy Straits Quay Seafront HomeStay|RARE Seaview

Jul 8 – 15

G$14,720 GYD per night

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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