George Town Hotels with Breakfast

I had an excellent stay at G Hotel Gurney in the Executive Suite. The suite was spacious, modern, and beautifully maintained, with a comfortable bed and a great view. It was the perfect place to relax after a day of exploring Penang. The hotel’s location is fantastic, right next to Gurney Plaza and within walking distance of many popular eateries. The staff were professional, friendly, and always willing to assist, making the entire stay even more enjoyable. The Executive Lounge was a great addition, offering a quiet and comfortable space to unwind with complimentary refreshments. Breakfast was also excellent, with a wide selection of local and international dishes. Overall, everything from the room quality to the service exceeded my expectations. I would definitely choose G Hotel Gurney again on my next visit to Penang and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable and luxurious stay.

First and foremost, a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Eastern & Oriental Hotel Penang. Despite being in a foreign land, your timely and thoughtful assistance was incredibly valuable, and I'm truly grateful. Secondly, and I say this objectively and without exaggeration, this is hands down one of the best hotels I have ever stayed in, if not *the* best. Words can barely describe it – from the ambiance to the hotel itself, and the impeccable service, everything was flawless. You could call it a first-class sea-view park, a luxurious villa, or even a museum... Finally, I want to clarify that my glowing review isn't because of the help I received; it's genuinely because they are, without a doubt, one of the world's most outstanding hotels!

The hotel's new location is good, but... The shower water pressure in the bathroom was very low, and it kept fluctuating between scorching hot and icy cold. The internet was terrible. Even connected to Wi-Fi, some apps wouldn't load properly. There was racial discrimination in the staff's service. A Malay guest parked their car in the EV charging spot all day without charging, and the staff didn't make them move, claiming the guest said their car was over 2500kg and couldn't go into the lift parking! We needed to charge but had no space, even though our car was larger and heavier than theirs, and the staff told us to use the lift parking! Then, as soon as we finished charging, they made us move our car early in the morning, while the Malay car next to us remained untouched! The staff even said, ”If your car is too heavy for the lift parking, find a place to park outside yourself!”

The room isn't huge, but it was perfect for two people. When I checked in, I asked for a sea-view room, and the view was absolutely stunning. The hotel having a gym and a swimming pool is a huge plus! It's super convenient with a mall next door, and it was so easy to visit all the nearby attractions and try out local food spots – everything was about a 20-minute walk away. Getting to the airport takes about 30 minutes if there's no traffic. I highly recommend this place! There are water dispensers on every floor, which is great for refilling bottles. The bed isn't huge, but it's comfortable enough to sleep on. If I come back to Penang, I'd definitely choose to stay here again.

This is one of the best places I have stayed in SE Asia! The shophouses are cute and spacious (we stayed in Indian Shophouse and our parents stayed in another king’s size bedroom), the aesthetics inside the room and especially in the lobby/ afternoon tea area/ breakfast cafe is incredible and nostalgic. Great services from the staff and so friendly that you feel you are being taken good care of. Also got the cutest cats too! The location is unbeatable - we can walk to everywhere in Georgetown and to the Esplanade with ease. Highly recommended for travelers to stay here!

This is my third trip to Kuala Lumpur, and my second stay at Traders. I chose it again based on the fantastic experience I had the first time, from the service to the location and the dining options. However, this time was a bit disappointing. The renovated bathroom had endless issues; the soap dish in the shower area became a stagnant water trap (and wasn't addressed during cleaning the next day). I even found an employee's business card in the bathtub, so I could only reassure myself that at least it gets cleaned daily. As a hotel under the Shangri-La Group, it really shouldn't be like this.

Overall, it's pretty good and offers good value for money. Transportation: You can take a taxi to the Old Town or walk for 20 minutes. The hotel's area is relatively quiet and tidy. As an aside, I struggled with the accommodation area for a long time before my trip. I'm fine with the OZO area, but if I were to go again, I personally would prefer the Gurney Bay area. The atmosphere and cleanliness are much better there. Many parts of the Old Town are too old and chaotic. Cleanliness was satisfactory, even exceeding expectations. For service, I didn't encounter any Mandarin-speaking staff, but everyone was very friendly. Facilities: The rooftop pool has an excellent view directly facing the sea. It was wonderful to relax there every day. The breakfast restaurant also has a good view, and while the variety isn't huge, it's sufficient. In-room facilities are standard for a business hotel. I actually found it very convenient to get water from the water dispenser on my floor. There are two downsides: 1. The towels are very old and should be replaced; I used my own the entire time. 2. For some unknown reason, the Wi-Fi was extremely poor during my stay. My World Cup viewing corner's internet TV was almost unusable due to buffering. For tourists, poor internet is a significant issue.

Revisiting Penang this year, I chose to stay at Cititel Express again. The hotel had already arranged for early check-in via email, which I found very thoughtful and the service was perfect! Our family booked three rooms, and all of them were still clean and hygienic. Most importantly, there were no strange odors in the rooms. The bed linen and duvet covers were spotless with no dirty marks, and the air conditioning was excellent. The pool was even cleaner and more hygienic than last year. I also noticed many maintenance staff doing renovation and inspection work, which made me feel that the hotel management is excellent. Many new restaurants have opened near the hotel, reachable by foot without needing a car. A taxi from the airport to the hotel takes only about half an hour, which is very convenient. Next time we visit Penang, this hotel will still be our top choice!

Great location and friendly staff. Breakfast was simple with mee hoon goreng, nasi goreng, bubur, a salad station, an egg station, white bread and the usual drinks. The coffee wasn’t for us, but luckily Penang has plenty of good cafés nearby. The room was decent and had everything we needed. The only thing that let it down was the bathroom. There was a bad smell for all four nights, even after housekeeping, and the yellow grout and toilet stains made it feel a bit neglected. If the bathroom was fresher and better maintained, we’d happily stay here again.

Totally enjoyed my staycation here! The staff were friendly and accommodating throughout my stay. I loved how cold the air conditioning was, the bed was comfortable, and the room was spacious. The location is also very strategic, with plenty of local food options just a few minutes away. Would definitely stay here again ☺️