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Condo in George Town
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 510 reviewsPositive 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
Townhouse in George Town
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 150 reviewsCharming 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
Townhouse in George Town
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviewsLuxurious 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
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Home in George Town
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 113 reviewsPenang Heritage Homestay | 槟城遗迹民宿 @ AKA 50
Oct 7 – 14
Condo in George Town
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 176 reviewsFat Mona #5 Macalister 218 Georgetown, Penang
May 31 – Jun 7
Condo in George Town
4.84 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviewsSeaview【MUJI Studio 2】Near Komtar & Food Heaven
Jul 15 – 22
Apartment in Tanjung Tokong
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews*Sanitised* Landscape Architect's Holiday Home
Aug 5 – 12
Home in George Town
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 96 reviewsHundred Year Old Heritage Shophouse (Loft)
Jan 8 – 15
Treehouse in Penang
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviewsTreehouse - Sleeping on a Durian tree
Nov 25 – Dec 2
Condo in George Town
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 69 reviewsCodrington House • 1 Bedroom • 2 Carparks • 6F
Mar 19 – 26
Home in Bayan Lepas
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 55 reviewsVacation Home by The Beach
Dec 9 – 16
Condo in Batu Ferringhi
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviewsBy the Sea: Sunset Views & Gentle Breezes Await!
Aug 22 – 29
Condo in Tanjung Tokong
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 98 reviews❤️ Seafront sunrise view w private outdoor terrace
Jan 20 – 27
Condo in George Town
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 86 reviewsCozy Sunrise Seaview Penang
Apr 2 – 9
Apartment in George Town
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 93 reviewsSEAVIEW Gurney Penthouse ♥ 5BR SPACIOUS Home ♥ 71
Mar 19 – 26
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Cottage in Gelugor
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviewsCottage Style Living, steps from food & market
Dec 25 – Jan 1
Home in Tanjung Bungah
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviewsPanoramic Seaview Holiday Home - Batu Ferringhi
Aug 26 – Sep 2
Villa in Tanjung Bungah
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 64 reviewsSmell Rose Beach Garden-open gate is beach
Apr 23 – 30
Home in George Town
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviewsHeart of UNESCO GEORGETOWN Straits Heritage House
Mar 14 – 21
Condo in George Town
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviewsXBox,Karaoke,Foosball,PoolTable, IceHockey,B.Games
Oct 2 – 9
Apartment in George Town
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviewsCozy Straits Quay Seafront HomeStay|RARE Seaview
Jul 8 – 15
Apartment in George Town
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 28 reviewsGeorgetown #Stylish#Luxury#Petfriendly#Childroom
Jul 17 – 24
Home in Batu Ferringhi
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviewsPremier Holiday Resort Home/5ROOMS 3350sf@PR1_No.6
Jul 17 – 24
Apartment in Jelutong
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 28 reviewsBreathtaking Penang Bridge View @ Urban Suites
Aug 24 – 31
Apartment in Tanjung Tokong
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviewsLuxury Suite with Sea View @ Straits Quay
Apr 21 – 28
Apartment in Tanjung Tokong
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviewsUN32 Lux Seaview Sunrise Jazz 5 min Gurney海景
Apr 7 – 14
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
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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