G Hotel Gurney

Hotels
8.5 (1819 reviews)
168A Persiaran Gurney , George Town , MY
+60 4-238 0000

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Issues with room cleanliness
Ordinary breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
7.71
General cleanliness was appreciated, but some guests reported issues with room cleanliness and pillows.
Service
9.18
Staff were described as friendly, polite, and responsive, contributing positively to the stay.
Location
9.22
Hotel is ideally located next to shopping malls and local food outlets, with great views.
Room Quality
7.67
Some rooms had issues with unpleasantness, but many reported good room features and size.
Amenities
8.7
Many extra amenities provided, such as complimentary drinks and a fast check-in process.
Value for Money
8.66
Free items in the minibar and complimentary services enhance perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.21
Breakfast was noted as ordinary, but other food services were positively reviewed.
Overall Experience
8.68
Overall experience was good, with some minor issues reported.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 16:52

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
G Hotel Gurney offers contemporary-style accommodations in Penang’s UNESCO World Heritage Site. The air-conditioned rooms are decorated in soothing neutral tones and feature beautiful views of the coast. Each room is equipped with modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay.

Convenient Location
Overlooking Gurney Drive, guests can indulge in delicious local street food and explore nearby shopping destinations such as Gurney Plaza and Gurney Paragon. Also, with Fort Cornwallis just a short distance away, the hotel provides easy access to popular attractions in the area.

Dining and Recreation
Enjoy a gastronomic experience at Taste Cafe with international buffet and local favorites, or unwind with a cocktail at one of the hotel's three bars. For fitness enthusiasts, the property offers a fitness center to stay active during the stay. Book your stay at G Hotel Gurney for a memorable experience.

Important information:

From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted. The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property. For reservations made by a third party, you will need to complete an authorization form and present a copy of the person's ID and credit card.
Please note the property will undergo renovation from 16th March 2022 until further notice.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: PEN

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1819 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.71
Service: 9.18
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 7.67
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 8.21
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Zakaria • couple • my
7
Pros:

Room big enough for two person. Location for sure is a main reason why I choose this hotel.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Tan • couple • my
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Koh • couple • sg
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Salinah Bee • couple • sg
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Leon • family_with_children • sg
9
Overall happy, because of the location convenience in particular
Pros:

Excellent location, right next to Gurney Mall. Walkable to Paragon and Gurney Hawker Centre.

Cons:

Interior lighting was a little dark. Facilities while decently good could do with a little refresh

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Muhammad • family_with_children • my
8
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Vijayakumar • couple • my
9
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Dr Thiru • solo_traveller • my
8
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Chiew yen • couple • sg
9
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Ragini • solo_traveller • my
10
Pros:

Good location. Breakfast good

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Eng Leong • solo_traveller • my
3
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Peter • extended_group • au
9
Great hotel
Pros:

Executive room was very nice and included lounge access. Lounge only real use is evening, very limited options during the day. Location is good with easy walking to shopping. Breakfast was great and plenty of options. Bicycle use was a great option for morning rides.

Cons:

Lounge could be improved with options during the day.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Jasbir • solo_traveller • my
8
Pros:

The room was big and clean

Cons:

The aircond in the room was not cold enough.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Asveni • couple • my
10
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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WingHei • couple • my
9
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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PILLAY • family_with_children • sc
4
Pros:

Breakfast was good

Cons:

Old stuffy room, old bathroom in room 1614. Hotel need renovation.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Ng • couple • au
9
Good value for money, convenient to food and shops.
Pros:

Good variety of food. More coffee

Cons:

More coffee machinesg

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Ng Lee • couple • my
8
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • sg
9
Clean, comfort in a central location
Pros:

Excellent

Cons:

Prefer to have a microwave oven in room

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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KOICHI • solo_traveller • jp
10
再校の滞在。
Pros:

最上階の部屋でリビングとベッドルームが分かれていて豪華。バスルームからの眺望も良かった。また、冷蔵庫の中の飲み物がすべて無料で、消費すると毎日追加されていた。朝食もおいしい。近くに大きなショッピングモールが二つあり、買い物にも食事にも便利。

Cons:

最上階だったのでやや空調の利きが弱かった。

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee