10 Cozy boutique hotels in Penang you need to stay at

Winnie Tan 02 Mar 2017

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Macalister Mansion
Perhaps the most beautiful and aesthetically pleasing of all the boutique hotels in this list (in our opinion!), Macalister Mansion offers 8 different gorgeous rooms filled with carefully selected art inspired by the life story of Sir Norman Macalister. Traditional meets contemporary in the form of stunningly executed minimalism, with colonial touches of shophouse windows and verandahs complemented by modern artwork and clean lines for a luxurious stay.
228 Macalister Road, 10400 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Photo: Macalister Mansion
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Eastern & Oriental Hotel
This self-proclaimed testament to the grandeur of the British colonial era will blow you away with its amalgamation of European elegance and Straits Chinese decadence. Explore the heritage wing, which was built in 1885, and enjoy the historic, old-school charm it offers. If you prefer something more contemporary, the Victory Annexe, which opened in 2013, offers modern suites still reminiscent of E&O's rich heritage and history.
Lebuh Farquhar, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Photo: Eastern & Oriental Hotel
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23 Love Lane
Explore the rich heritage and history Penang has to offer through the architecture of 23 Love Lane, where the buildings represent 5 different architectural periods. Enjoy balmy evening breezes with a cocktail in hand at the Chinese Indian Terrace, or seek some alone time reading at the Anglo Indian Bungalow Library. Whatever your preferences are, you'll love the wide selection of rooms 23 Love Lane has to offer for an unforgettable stay.

23, Love Lane, George Town, 10200 Penang, Malaysia

Photo: 23 Love Lane Facebook
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Lone Pine Hotel
Lone Pine Hotel is situated near the picturesque Batu Ferringhi Beach, so if you're looking for a beach resort vacation, this one is definitely for you. Soak in the sea breeze and bask in the warmth of ceaseless sunshine - from cozy rooms to spacious suites with the prettiest seaview, you'll fall head over heels for this charming establishment.
97, Batu Ferringhi, 11100, Penang, Malaysia
Photo: Lone Pine Hotel
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Campbell House
Cozy really means cozy with this 11 bedroom boutique hotel located in the heart of UNESCO city, Georgetown, Penang. With every single room stunningly different from each other, you can have your pick from an eclectic variety of styles. With an amalgamation of antique dressers, baroque style decor and Indian-Malay fabrics, you'll surely be taken by Campbell House's striking beauty.
106 Campbell Street, Georgetown
Penang, Malaysia

Photo: Campbell House Facebook
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Clove Hall Residences
If you love old-school colonial houses, this one will surely charm your socks off. Clove Hall Residences was built on a former coconut and clove plantation, and is now a Edwardian Anglo-Malay bungalow that functions as an intimate boutique hotel. With only 6 suites available, furnished with colonial and Peranakan inspired interior decor. For a serene getaway, this is the answer to your prayers.

11, Clove Hall Road, Penang, Malaysia

Photo: Clove Hall Residence Facebook
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Seven Terraces
Akin to its name, Seven Terraces consists of a row of Anglo-Chinese terrace houses situated in the heart of the world heritage site near 'street of harmony', where you'll find mosques, temples and churches within the same area. The same diversity is reflected within the hotel, where classic English decorative details complement the traditional Chinese shophouse architecture, and the interior inspired by the past grandeur of the Peranakans.
Stewart Ln, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Photo: Georgetown Heritage
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Muntri Grove
Once an establishment of living quarters built for workers of wealthy families of extravagant houses on Muntri Street, restoration works began in 2013 and the houses were transformed to accommodate visitors from all over the world. With its minimal clean lines with a touch of old-school cultural charm, you'll love this hidden oasis for a few days of serenity.
127 , 129, 131A – F, Lebuh Muntri, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Photo: Georgetown Heritage
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MuseuM Hotel
Immerse yourself into the opulence of a bygone era at MuseuM Hotel, where you'll have an extremely luxe stay nestled in the heart of Georgetown. Featuring an exquisite antique collection, the conglomeration of English details and Chinese architecture will definitely give you a deeper appreciation for Penang's rich heritage and culture.

74 Jalan A.S. Mansoor, Georgetown, Penang
George Town, Malaysia

Photo: MuseuM Hotel Facebook
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Ren i Tang
Simple doesn't have to mean plain! After 2 years of restoration works, this 19th century Early Straits building has since been converted into a heritage inn of 17 rooms. With old-school wooden shutters and oriental styled carpets lining the floors, you'll definitely love the simple, yet enchanting interior of the boutique hotel.

82A Lebuh Penang, George Town, Malaysia
Photo: Ren i Tang Facebook

Preparing a quick getaway or a short staycation in Penang? Look no further, take your pick from our list of boutique hotels.

A former British colony nicknamed ‘Pearl of the Orient‘, Penang was where trade flourished, with merchants flocking from all corners of the world to pass by this trade route. Well known for its highly diverse community, ethnicities and culture, immerse yourself in this exotic city of delectable food, rich heritage and cultural delights.

In the present day, Penang has bloomed into a cosmopolitan city, commonly referred to as the ‘Silicon Valley of the East’ for its urban industries. However, the city still holds its own historic charm, captivating travellers with its trishaw speckled streets, Chinese shophouses lining narrow lanes and palm-fringed coasts. A fantastic opportunity to indulge in the wide variety of sumptuous delights Penang has to offer and gain deeper insight into this metropolis’ traditions and heritage, you’ll also need a comfortable place to stay to complete this perfect getaway. We’ve carefully curated just the quintessential list filled with 10 of our favourite boutique hotels – we’re sure you’re going to love them too.

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