This hotel is centrally located in the city of Georgetown, close to the jetty and has really good prices for rooms. There is also keyless access for the convenience of guests. Recommended for budget travelers looking for affordable accommodation.
Swings and Pillows is truly in a perfect location in George Town—everything is within walking distance: street art, heritage buildings, cafes, street food, and the heart of the city. It's ideal if you want to soak up the city's vibes without having to travel far or rely on much transportation.
1. Toilet ceiling leaking
2. Exhaust fan in toilet not working, cigarette smoke entered the room
3. Room service needs to pay an extra RM 20 if required
4. One of the table lamps is not working
5. Bed footings a bit loose
First of all, the hotel itself is absolutely beautiful.
Right in front of the hotel entrance, there is a restaurant called SNUG, and every single dish felt thoughtfully prepared and genuinely delicious.
The Malaysian Chinese lady owner was incredibly kind and always willing to help, which made our stay feel even more welcoming and personal.
As soon as you step outside the hotel, many major tourist attractions are within walking distance, so the location is very convenient.
One small thing to note is that the bathroom inside the room is quite small, and the soundproofing is not very strong—so for couples who have just started dating, everyday sounds might feel a bit too “live broadcast.” 😅
Aside from that, the room was very clean, cozy, and charming, perfectly capturing the old Penang vibe.
Overall, it’s a simple, compact, and lovely hotel that we truly enjoyed and would happily recommend. 💛
The hotel seems fairly new and rooms are very clean, hotel basement parking are limited as first come first serve. But theres plenty of parking at roadside. Love that they have 2 water dispenser in the lobby which makes it very convenient. Location is great too. Would come again next time for sure.
My recent stay at Swing & Pillows @ Muntri was absolutely exceptional! From the moment I arrived, the warm welcome and smooth check-in process set the tone for a fantastic experience. The hotel perfectly reflects the charm of Penang with its excellent ambiance, beautifully maintained facilities, and cozy atmosphere. The room was immaculate, providing the ideal blend of comfort and cleanliness. I was particularly impressed with the attention to detail in every corner, making my stay feel incredibly homely. The shared bathroom facilities were spotless, and the free Wi-Fi worked flawlessly, which was a great convenience. The location couldn’t have been better—situated in the heart of Georgetown, I was able to explore nearby attractions with ease. The overall quiet and peaceful environment of the hotel offered a restful retreat after my busy days of sightseeing.
Good service provider by manager , change room immediately when I informed about thinner smell and they upgraded the room . Nice staff , very recommended to stay here
Overall is fine, just the shower head cannot hold long at the holder, and after housekeeping and we went back to the hotel at around 3pm, found out the towels and floor mat were all gone, start requested few times with reception until 11pm+ only got it.
The staff are friendly and helpful. They give good advice when asking for information. It's convenient for traveling and finding food.
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龚龚永昕At this price point, it's fantastic value for money. I'd definitely return. Although the location is a bit far from GT, I would still consider it for future stays as it's not far from the commercial area, and transportation is decent.
LLee Hoon ChengThe hotel is ideally located, just 100m across the street from the Jetty. It's also very close to Chew Jetty, surrounded by quaint literary shops and numerous food stalls. The best part is the convenient access; you can catch the free island shuttle or other buses at the main bus terminal right opposite the hotel. From the jetty, you can also take a ferry back to Seberang Perai to catch a train. All in all, the location is excellent.
RRonin tanThe hotel's automatic check-in system is very convenient, the whole process is fast and smooth, there is no need to wait for the front desk, especially suitable for passengers who are in a hurry or like self-check-in. The room was very clean and tidy, the bed was comfortable and well-equipped, making people feel at ease. The overall environment is quiet and the sound insulation effect is good.
There are many restaurants and snack bars nearby, whether it is breakfast, lunch or supper, you can easily find delicious things. The transportation is also very convenient, and convenience stores and shopping malls can be reached on foot. Overall, this stay experience is very satisfactory, I will definitely choose here next time I come to this area!
GGuest UserThis hotel have a spacious and comfortable lobby with some cushion sittings and friendly check in staff..
I've a little but comfortable room with a single bed, and a clean bathroom with two panels sliding glass doors ran along the length of the room wall with the shower at one end, the wash basin in the center n the toilet at the other end.. I would say it's a very nice bathroom for the price of the room.
Plenty of halal n non halal foods stalls n shops just a short walking distance away, and it only takes a 10 minute walk to the KTM train station, the reason I stayed here as i need to catch the 6.20am morning train
TTravel King of the KingThe location is superb close to Penang international airport, it's convenient for those who plan to stay one night for the next morning early flight. The hotel has a lift, but the tooth brush and tooth paste is not provided , please bring your own prior to arrivals.
The durian store opposite the hotel (outside of Giant bayan baru) is bad, please don't be cheated by them, , they won't change it for you although it was wet with water inside, bad taste and it's hard like stone. Furthermore, the price is expensive compared to market prices.
HHusin AlatasHad a nice stay at the hotel. I was in transit so only needed the hotel for a few hours to catch a nap and shower.
The place is new, you can smell the new shower. You get a nice large space with 2 ceiling fans and an AC that works really well. It seems like a home converted into a hotel where you leave shoes off and kept in a locker before you enter the property. They have cold, warm and hot water machine.
My only issue is that throughout the night there were some machine noises going on. So be aware if you are sensitive to sound whilst sleeping.
Oh, although they have no lift, the front desk kindly offered to carry my bags to the 2nd floor which was a pleasant touch to my experience.
GGuest UserFirst of all, the hotel itself is absolutely beautiful.
Right in front of the hotel entrance, there is a restaurant called SNUG, and every single dish felt thoughtfully prepared and genuinely delicious.
The Malaysian Chinese lady owner was incredibly kind and always willing to help, which made our stay feel even more welcoming and personal.
As soon as you step outside the hotel, many major tourist attractions are within walking distance, so the location is very convenient.
One small thing to note is that the bathroom inside the room is quite small, and the soundproofing is not very strong—so for couples who have just started dating, everyday sounds might feel a bit too “live broadcast.” 😅
Aside from that, the room was very clean, cozy, and charming, perfectly capturing the old Penang vibe.
Overall, it’s a simple, compact, and lovely hotel that we truly enjoyed and would happily recommend. 💛
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