Vacation rentals in Penang

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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 3 – 10

G$8,259 GYD per night
Guest favorite

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 8 – 15

G$36,709 GYD per night
Guest favorite

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.

Jan 25 – Feb 1

G$88,687 GYD per night

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Other great vacation rentals in Penang

Superhost

Home in George Town

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviews

Penang Heritage Homestay | 槟城遗迹民宿 @ AKA 50

Oct 7 – 14

G$16,480 GYD per night
Guest favorite

Condo in George Town

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 176 reviews

Fat Mona #5 Macalister 218 Georgetown, Penang

May 31 – Jun 7

G$11,953 GYD per night
Superhost

Condo in George Town

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews

Seaview【MUJI Studio 2】Near Komtar & Food Heaven

Jul 15 – 22

G$14,358 GYD per night
Superhost

Apartment in Tanjung Tokong

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews

*Sanitised* Landscape Architect's Holiday Home

Aug 5 – 12

G$8,516 GYD per night
Guest favorite

Home in George Town

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 96 reviews

Hundred Year Old Heritage Shophouse (Loft)

Jan 8 – 15

G$14,954 GYD per night
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Treehouse in Penang

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews

Treehouse - Sleeping on a Durian tree

Nov 25 – Dec 2

G$27,284 GYD per night
Guest favorite

Condo in George Town

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 69 reviews

Codrington House • 1 Bedroom • 2 Carparks • 6F

Mar 19 – 26

G$13,909 GYD per night
Guest favorite

Home in Bayan Lepas

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 55 reviews

Vacation Home by The Beach

Dec 9 – 16

G$36,417 GYD per night
Superhost

Condo in Batu Ferringhi

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews

By the Sea: Sunset Views & Gentle Breezes Await!

Aug 22 – 29

G$20,659 GYD per night
Superhost

Condo in Tanjung Tokong

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 98 reviews

❤️ Seafront sunrise view w private outdoor terrace

Jan 20 – 27

G$22,724 GYD per night
Superhost

Condo in George Town

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 86 reviews

Cozy Sunrise Seaview Penang

Apr 2 – 9

G$23,147 GYD per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in George Town

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 93 reviews

SEAVIEW Gurney Penthouse ♥ 5BR SPACIOUS Home ♥ 71

Mar 19 – 26

G$41,412 GYD per night

Other great vacation rentals in Penang

Guest favorite

Cottage in Gelugor

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews

Cottage Style Living, steps from food & market

Dec 25 – Jan 1

G$20,299 GYD per night
Guest favorite

Home in Tanjung Bungah

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews

Panoramic Seaview Holiday Home - Batu Ferringhi

Aug 26 – Sep 2

G$42,042 GYD per night
Superhost

Villa in Tanjung Bungah

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 64 reviews

Smell Rose Beach Garden-open gate is beach

Apr 23 – 30

G$67,043 GYD per night
Superhost

Home in George Town

4.79 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviews

Heart of UNESCO GEORGETOWN Straits Heritage House

Mar 14 – 21

G$20,299 GYD per night
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Condo in George Town

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviews

XBox,Karaoke,Foosball,PoolTable, IceHockey,B.Games

Oct 2 – 9

G$23,224 GYD per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in George Town

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews

Cozy Straits Quay Seafront HomeStay|RARE Seaview

Jul 8 – 15

G$14,731 GYD per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in George Town

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 28 reviews

Georgetown #Stylish#Luxury#Petfriendly#Childroom

Jul 17 – 24

G$18,440 GYD per night
Superhost

Home in Batu Ferringhi

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviews

Premier Holiday Resort Home/5ROOMS 3350sf@PR1_No.6

Jul 17 – 24

G$29,219 GYD per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in Jelutong

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 28 reviews

Breathtaking Penang Bridge View @ Urban Suites

Aug 24 – 31

G$11,694 GYD per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in Tanjung Tokong

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews

Luxury Suite with Sea View @ Straits Quay

Apr 21 – 28

G$20,344 GYD per night
Superhost

Apartment in Tanjung Tokong

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

UN32 Lux Seaview Sunrise Jazz 5 min Gurney海景

Apr 7 – 14

G$30,724 GYD per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in Georgetown

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews

【SuperMARIO】7+1pax Urban Suites - 5.4km to Komtar

Apr 30 – May 7

G$22,022 GYD per night

Your guide to Penang

All About Penang

The state of Penang comprises a strip of Malaysia’s mainland and Penang Island, directly off the coast of western Malaysia. Ornate, gold-brushed temples are dotted throughout the state, with the hilltop Kek Lok Si Temple in Air Itam as a prime example with its giant Buddhist statues and colorful lanterns. Penang Island’s capital, George Town, is the state’s cultural hub; its historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage City. At its busy night markets, street vendors cook up delicious local dishes like the classic char koay teow (shrimp fried with flat noodles) and Indian snacks like putu mayong (rice vermicelli topped with shredded coconut and sugar). Wander through the heart of George Town and you’ll find dozens of giant murals by local and international artists. Some 3D paintings are optical illusions, while others support local causes.

Penang is home to dozens of museums highlighting its history and contemporary life. The Penang State Museum and Art Gallery in George Town, in an 1817 former school, houses artifacts including traditional instruments, weapons, and photos; the art gallery has permanent and rotating exhibitions of contemporary sculpture, photography, film, and painting.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Penang

Penang has tropical, hot, and humid weather year-round. The rainiest time of year usually lasts from April to November. In winter, the three-day Hindu festival of Thaipusam sees colorful processions from George Town’s historic center to the more than 500 steps leading to Arulmigu Sri Balathandayuthapani Waterfall Hilltop Temple. Throughout the summer, Penang celebrates public holidays like Malaysia’s Independence Day on August 31 with parades, food, and local performances.

In the fall, Deepavali, known as the Festival of Lights, recognizes the Hindu new year, when local Hindu temples and homes are illuminated to represent the start of a positive new year. For weeks leading up to Deepavali, you can shop from local vendors selling handmade saris, home decor, and sweets throughout the Little India neighborhood in George Town.

In the spring, all of Malaysia celebrates Wesak Day, a national public holiday and vibrant festival where extravagant floats are adorned with lights, flowers, and Buddhist symbols to celebrate Buddha’s birthday.


Top things to do in Penang

Temple of Nine Emperor

The Chinese Temple of Nine Emperor in Butterworth on Penang’s mainland is an elaborately decorated Taoist temple resembling ancient architecture with carved dragons along its pagoda roofs. The best time to visit is at night, when the archways to the temple are lit and embellished with hanging red lanterns. Leading up to Chinese New Year, the temple hosts night markets with vegetarian versions of typical Chinese dishes like pork char siew and roast duck, as is the custom at this time of year.

Penang National Park

The 3,000-acre Penang National Park is one of the world’s smallest national parks, packed with dense rainforest and two palm-tree-lined beaches. You might spot dusky leaf monkeys or long-tailed macaques on your trek through heavy jungle bush along the 4.5-mile Pantai Kerachut Trail to Turtle Beach, named for the turtles that nest on its shores.

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

This 19th-century mansion turned museum in George Town houses thousands of artifacts detailing Peranakan history — the mix of Chinese, Malay, and Indonesian heritage — in Malaysia over the last 200 years. The building’s dramatic facades and balcony-adorned courtyards conceal ornate rooms filled with European and Chinese antique furniture, traditional clothing, and dishware.

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