G Hotel Gurney

Hotels
8.5 (1745 reviews)
168A Persiaran Gurney , George Town , my

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Lift / Elevator
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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.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People no matter the age stay for MYR 160 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1745 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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chien hao • solo_traveller • my
1
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Melvin Foong • solo_traveller • my
7
Spacious and Quiet Room
Pros:

Spacious room, quiet and good sound proof

Cons:

Staffs at counter not as friendly as other hotels

Walkway to room is warm

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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arresh • family_with_children • my
7
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • couple • au
9
Second visit to hotel. Would stay again
Pros:

Good location on Gurney drive with restaurants/bars close by and large shopping centre. Good breakfast variety and pleasant helpful staff. Club lounge good quality

Cons:

Floor on walk in shower very sloppy when wet. Needs non slip mat

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Suat Kim • couple • my
9
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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kit • extended_group • my
10
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Osman • solo_traveller • my
10
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Syakirin • couple • my
8
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Jia Hui • extended_group • my
10
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Lingbing • couple • cn
10
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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daniel • family_with_children • my
9
Pros:

everything was great

Cons:

room a little dated

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Lim • family_with_children • my
6
Great location. Strategically situated next to the mall. Staff are friendly. Some parts of hotel n
Pros:

Breakfast had variety. Staff pleasant. Can be busy

Cons:

It was crowded

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Maureen • couple • gb
9
Great place to stay
Pros:

Very friendly and helpful staff

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Sylvia • family_with_children • my
10
Pros:

Friendly staff, cozy bed, food delicious

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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MUHAMMAD • couple • my
10
Happy to come egain
Pros:

Nice and beautiful

Cons:

Staf friendly and property clean beautiful

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Veronica • couple • sg
8
Pros:

Great location next to Gurney Plaza. Good size rooms and good restaurants in the hotel complex.

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Sharon • couple • us
10
We love the location and the friendly staff.
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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NUR FARIHA • couple • my
10
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Kentigern kian heng • couple • sg
7
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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MOHD HAFIZAN • solo_traveller • my
9
Pros:

near shopping mall

Cons:

too minimalist

2026-04-19 • via Nuitee