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$455 Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe, Tanjung Bungah, 10050, Malaysia
1,505 reviews
1/73
Kids' club
Restaurant
Free wifi
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Patio
Elevator
Welcome to Areca Hotel Penang, a vibrant and stylish 4-star hotel located in the heart of George Town, Malaysia. With its prime location just 0.6mi from the city center, you'll be right in the midst of all the excitement and attractions this charming city has to offer. The hotel boasts 1505 glowing reviews, making it a top choice amongst travelers.
Start your day off right with a delicious breakfast offered by the hotel, providing the fuel you need for a day of exploration. After a long day of sightseeing, unwind in one of the non-smoking rooms, complete with air conditioning and free toiletries. Relax in the garden or on the patio, or enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant. The hotel also offers a range of amenities for families, such as a free kids' club and kids' meals.
With prices starting from just $45, Areca Hotel Penang provides excellent value for money without compromising on comfort and style. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of George Town while enjoying the convenience and comfort of this well-appointed hotel. Book your stay today and experience the best of Malaysia at Areca Hotel Penang!
Indulge in a culinary experience at Areca Hotel Penang's on-site restaurant, Areca Cafe. This modern and family-friendly cafe offers a delightful blend of Korean and local cuisines, tantalizing your taste buds with a fusion of flavors. Whether you're craving traditional Malaysian dishes or want to explore the vibrant flavors of Korean cuisine, Areca Cafe has something for everyone. Treat yourself to a delectable meal in a cozy and welcoming ambiance, or enjoy a refreshing drink at the stylish bar. With a diverse menu and friendly staff, Areca Cafe guarantees a memorable dining experience during your stay.
At Areca Hotel Penang, convenience is key, and that extends to the payment options available. Cash is accepted, ensuring a hassle-free transaction when settling your bill. Additionally, the hotel accepts both Visa and Mastercard, giving you the flexibility to pay with your preferred method. Say goodbye to worries about finding an ATM or having the right currency on hand – Areca Hotel Penang has got you covered.
Choose from a variety of thoughtfully designed and comfortable room types at Areca Hotel Penang. The Garden Room offers a cozy retreat with a queen-size bed, perfect for couples or solo travelers seeking tranquility. For a touch of heritage charm, the Heritage Double Room boasts spacious dimensions and a king-size bed, epitomizing luxury and elegance. Traveling with a friend? The Heritage Twin Loft is an excellent choice, featuring two twin beds and a loft-style design that exudes character. Families will appreciate the Family Suite, providing ample space with two queen-size beds to accommodate up to four adults. No matter your preferences or needs, Areca Hotel Penang ensures a restful stay in rooms that are as stylish as they are comfortable.
Closest airports
Penang International Airport
9.1miSultan Abdul Halim Airport
53.9miKids' club
Restaurant
Free wifi
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Patio
Elevator
Kids' meals
Garden
View
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Bidet
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Heritage, King Size
1 King Size Bed
430 sqft
City view
Private Bathroom
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
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Experience the charm of our spacious Heritage Double Room, featuring a king size bed and a stunning city view. Indulge in the luxurious amenities such as the private bathroom, minibar, flat-screen TV, and patio, making your stay truly unforgettable.
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Heritage Loft
2 Twin Beds
430 sqft
City view
Private Bathroom
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
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Welcome to our Heritage Twin Loft, a charming and spacious room spanning 431 sqft. Enjoy the comforts of two twin beds, a private bathroom, minibar, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning. With elegant amenities like hardwood floors, a walk-in closet, and a sitting area, your stay is sure to be memorable.
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Room With Garden View
1 Queen Size Bed
195 sqft
Private Bathroom
View
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
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Welcome to our Garden Room, a spacious and elegant double room with a queen size bed, private bathroom, minibar, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning. Enjoy the soothing ambiance while exploring all the featured amenities like the tea/coffee maker, free toiletries, and the upper floors accessibility.
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Heritage Double Room
430 sqft
Free wifi
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Heritage Double Room Located on the ground floor or top floor of the building, this larger air-conditioned double room also has a fan option and features a patio that opens up to views of the city. The seating area is fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV and a desk. The private bathroom includes shower facilities, a hairdryer and free toiletries.
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Family Suite
2 Queen Size Beds
515 sqft
City view
Private Bathroom
Minibar
Flat-screen TV
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Suite, 2 Queen Size Beds
2 Queen Size Beds
515 sqft
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Suite Standard is 517 square feet and includes 2 queen-size beds 150-154 width plus extra beds on demand.
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Heritage, Twin
1 Twin Bed
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Heritage Twin
Family Suite, 2 Queen Size Beds
2 Queen Size Beds
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Welcome to our spacious and modern Family Suite, featuring 517 sqft of comfortable living space. With two queen size beds, a city view, and a range of amenities including a minibar, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning, this suite is perfect for a family of four looking to explore the city and unwind in style.
Executive, King Size
1 King Size Bed
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Executive King Bed
King Room
1 King Size Bed
x4
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King Size Bed
Suite, 2 Double Beds
2 Double Beds
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Suite Two Double Beds
Suite, Queen Size
1 Queen Size Bed
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Suite Queen Size Bed
8.7
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Featured reviews:
Onelifeliveit
10
July 2023
The staff are friendly and professional and the decor of the hotel is in the old English colonial style with lots of plants inside. Spacious and comfortable bed. The air conditioning and fan are very effective with little noise. The bathroom was spotlessly clean and the water piping hot including nice toiletries. There is a fridge which came in handy as I put my water in there to chill but there are many places where you can stock up on drinks for a refreshing drink after a long day sightseeing because you will find that wine bars and alcohol places are somewhat limited around Penang. The location of this hotel was perfect in terms of proximity to two famous eating places; The largest and most popular cendol place (approx 4.50 ringgit) and Penang Road Famous Laksa, which in my opinion was the BEST for the famous Char Kway Teow (approx. 9 ringgit). The real winner was the fact that the hotel is around the corner from Roti Bakar Hutton Lane were I ate roti canai every day for breakfast with a cup of heritage tea for 10.50 ringgit. Outside of eateries, the location is perfect for street art and shops and restaurants abound. Don't miss Penang Rainbow Skywalk for gorgeous views over Penang whilst sipping a nice drink in the evening, it is 5 minutes away. Let me know if you found my review helpful.
Nothing, some people mention the disturbance from the Muslim call to prayer in the morning. It is not loud at all and some mornings, I slept right through it. It did not disturb me at all. In fact I find it very comforting. As well as that, I am a morning person when I am on holiday and therefore it served as my alarm clock !
Kate
8.2
March 2025
Very pretty colonial style hotel in a great location. Georgetown Heritage area, Chinatown and Little India all within an easy 30 minutes walking distance. Good variety of restaurants and bars around Love Lane. Room was comfortable with air-conditioning and a ceiling fan. It was serviced every day when towels were changed even if requested not to be. Lots of complimentary toiletries. Staff were very helpful, quick to respond to queries and were invariably pleasant and friendly.
Recommend booking a room rate inclusive of breakfast as I had to walk quite a long way to find an alternative on my first morning. Paid the supplement to eat at the hotel in the end but not very cost effective that way. I found a dried up contact lens and a lot of balls of dust on the bedroom floor. Probably would not have noticed if I hadn't been searching for an earring I'd dropped. Room did otherwise appear clean and linen was spotless.
Amelia
10
July 2025
This traditional, homey, and well-maintained hotel was exactly as described in the pictures—and the staff and service exceeded all expectations! It’s in a fantastic location, the room had everything we needed, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. To top it all off, their daily complimentary afternoon tea was the perfect finishing touch. We’ll definitely be recommending this place and would love to return if we ever visit Penang again!
Since the hotel is on the smaller side and has open walls between floors, noise can carry and occasionally be heard. While this is more of a construction-related inconvenience rather than an issue with the staff or service, it's something to keep in mind—especially if you're a light sleeper or traveling with young children or babies etc.
Mariyana
8.2
November 2024
Nice hotel with few little bits that were a bit frustrating really the rooms are also a bit small!!!
Safe stopped working the second day we informed reception but no one did anything about it for 3 days, the room are also rather small we booked the garden room and I expected it to be bigger and there is not much room to move around i would not recommend if you are staying for longer bathroom is also small. Overall the hotel is clean and comfortable in relatively good location however its a small room and staff could be a little more attentive!
Evangeline
8.2
April 2025
Location is at the heart of George Town, easy to go to attractions but have to cross this crazy busy street with no traffic lights to where the food are. The hotel converted from old shophouse was also beautifully decorated with old refurbished furniture. Staff were all very friendly.
We booked heritage loft, because we need 2 single beds. The steps to the room and down to the toilet was very steep. A bit inconvenient for my mum who has knee problems. Breakfast and tea was not good, better off eating outside and not returning for the tea. They stopped serving chendol, which we later bought from the actual stall and found it overrated.
Elizaveta
9.1
March 2025
The room was big and furnished with stylish furniture. The bed was big and comfortable, the bathroom was well-equipped. WiFi worked well. The room was on the ground floor, so from one side there was a lovely inner corridor with sofas and plants; and the windows we kept always closed because they faced the street. Nevertheless, the room was quiet enough even during New Years celebrations. Buffet breakfast was good, and we also received nice complimentary 5-o'clock tea invitations. The location is in the historical center, so many attractions were in walking distance. Staff members were friendly and we really had a nice time in that hotel.
Eleanor
10
August 2024
It’s a really beautiful building- the long corridor inside is so calm and inviting with nice sofas and spaces to chill out. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The location is perfect, really central to everything but on a quieter street. Wi-Fi is great and it is clean and comfortable. The free afternoon tea is a nice touch. This hotel is amazing for its price point and I would highly recommend it if you want a great place to stay whilst saving some cash!
The only one small thing to say was that it could sometimes be a bit noisy- our room was next to the stairs so we could hear people moving around the hotel a bit.
Sharon
9.1
April 2024
The original heritage building has been preserved about as respectfully as possible. The light that comes through the airwells in the morning and late afternoon is stunning. Room was well presented and clean, and the location is unbeatable for getting around George Town or hopping on a bus to practically anywhere in Penang. But I think the best part is the service. The staff are always smiling and ready to help, and the complimentary afternoon tea in the very comfortable coffee house with local teatime treats was exactly what we needed in the hottest part of the day.
Noisy and inconsiderate guests who don't seem to have internal volume control buttons. I think staff could have applied some polite assertiveness in asking these people to turn it down since we were all sharing the space and their rowdiness was making it a very uncomfortable experience. Fortunately, our stay was longer and it's not every day that we had to encounter rudeness from the other guests.
Micheal
9.1
June 2025
Location was perfect! Staff was friendly, Fazreen checked us in and was always quick to help with any queries we had. The beautiful vintage vibes were good and the spacious rooms were clean. A great respite from the city heat and close to good food spots. I wasn’t disturbed by noise outside.
The shower curtain was mouldy but honestly it was a non issue as the shower was large enough. My girlfriend found it odd that the showers had high ceilings with windows but it doesn’t intrude on privacy. She also says there are too many mirrors.
Sarah
9.1
January 2025
Location: Great location, just around the corner from an excellent morning food market and famous roti canai place. Aesthetic: Very pretty interior with skylights and plants hanging down multiple levels. Happily spent a few hours on the comfy couches under fans whilst waiting for an early evening flight. Rooms: We had one of the cheapest room types which was nice inside but was located down the end of the hall above the dining area so you woke early (around 7ish) to the breakfast room prep. Additions: the hotel provided both breakfast AND afternoon tea which was a nice surprise I wasn't expecting. Overall: Would very happily stay again. The staff were super lovely, it was perfectly located, and great value for what you got.
Attractions
Little India
0.2miPenang House of Music
0.3miPenang Armenian Street (Lebuh Armenian)
0.4miCheong Fatt Tze Mansion (Blue Mansion)
0.4miKhoo Kongsi (Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi Clan House & Museum)
0.5miPinang Peranakan Mansion
0.8miChayamangkalaram Buddhist Temple (Wat Chayamangkalaram)
1.5miPenang Botanical Gardens (Taman Botani Penang)
2.5miPenang Hill Funicular Railway
3.7miPenang Hill (Bukit Bendera Pulau Pinang)
3.7miKek Lok Si Temple
4.1miPenang Bridge (Jambatan Pulau Pinang)
4.3miSnake Temple (Hock Hing Keong)
5.9miEntopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
8.1miEscape Theme Park Penang
8.2miAttractions
Little India
0.2miPenang House of Music
0.3miPenang Armenian Street (Lebuh Armenian)
0.4miCheong Fatt Tze Mansion (Blue Mansion)
0.4miKhoo Kongsi (Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi Clan House & Museum)
0.5miPinang Peranakan Mansion
0.8miChayamangkalaram Buddhist Temple (Wat Chayamangkalaram)
1.5miPenang Botanical Gardens (Taman Botani Penang)
2.5miPenang Hill Funicular Railway
3.7miPenang Hill (Bukit Bendera Pulau Pinang)
3.7miKek Lok Si Temple
4.1miPenang Bridge (Jambatan Pulau Pinang)
4.3miSnake Temple (Hock Hing Keong)
5.9miEntopia by Penang Butterfly Farm
8.1miEscape Theme Park Penang
8.2miAirports
Penang International Airport
9.1miSultan Abdul Halim Airport
53.9miAreca Cafe
Cuisines
Ambiances
Kids' club
Restaurant
Free wifi
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Patio
Elevator
Kids' meals
Garden
View
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Free toiletries
Bidet
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Upper floors accessible by elevator
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Bedroom
Linens
Walk-in closet
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Entertainment & Family Services
Board games/Puzzles
Indoor play area
Kids' club
Food & Drink
Kids' meals
Minibar
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee maker
Food & drink safety
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
Front Desk Services
24-hour front desk
Baggage storage
General
Air conditioning
Elevator
Family rooms
Hardwood or parquet floors
Non-smoking rooms
Smoke-free property
Tile/Marble floor
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Dining table
Electric kettle
Living Area
Desk
Dining area
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Telephone
TV
Outdoors
Garden
Patio
Parking
Parking
Parking On Site
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Fan
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
CCTV in common areas
CCTV outside property
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Safe
Smoke alarms
Safety features
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
View
City view
View
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 12:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Age restriction may apply
Public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible) and costs MYR 6 per day.
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
No capacity for extra beds or cribs.
Cash
Mastercard,
Visa,
Cash only
This property accepts cash.
When are the check-in and check-out times for Areca Hotel Penang?
If you're staying at Areca Hotel Penang, the entry is set at 03:00 PM and exit is by 12:00 PM.
Is there parking at Areca Hotel Penang?
Yes, there is parking available at Areca Hotel Penang. The hotel offers public parking on site at a cost of RM6 per day.
How much does a stay at Areca Hotel Penang cost?
Starting rates at Areca Hotel Penang begin from $45. However, prices can vary based on room type and selected dates. Please enter your dates for accurate pricing.
What types of rooms does Areca Hotel Penang offer?
The Areca Hotel Penang offers various types of rooms including Double, Twin, and Family accommodations. The rooms range in size from 194 sqft to 517 sqft. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The occupancy of the rooms varies, with options to accommodate 2 adults or 4 adults. The bed sizes include Queen, King, and Twin beds.
Where can guests find entertainment in Areca Hotel Penang?
Guests at Areca Hotel Penang can spend their time enjoying the leisure amenities provided. The hotel offers a Kids' club, where children can have fun and engage in various activities. Additionally, there are board games and puzzles available for guests to enjoy.
When it comes to dining, guests have the option to dine at the on-site restaurant called Areca Cafe. The restaurant provides a family-friendly and modern ambiance, offering a delightful dining experience. The cuisine options available include Korean and local dishes, giving guests the opportunity to explore the local flavors.
Overall, guests staying at Areca Hotel Penang can make the most of their time by indulging in the leisure amenities provided by the hotel, as well as enjoying delicious meals at the on-site restaurant.
Does Areca Hotel Penang feature its own restaurants?
Yes, the Areca Hotel Penang has a restaurant on site called the Areca Cafe. The restaurant offers a family-friendly and modern ambiance. They serve Korean and local cuisines.
What methods of payment does Areca Hotel Penang accept?
Areca Hotel Penang accepts both cash and card payments. Specifically, they accept Visa and Mastercard as the accepted card payment methods.
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