East Indies Mansion

Hotels
9.5 (775 reviews)
No. 25, China Street , George Town , MY

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Laundry
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Charming environment
Cons:
Noisy rooms
Low water pressure

Categories

Cleanliness
8.85
Some reviews mention outdated bathroom fixtures, but overall cleanliness is satisfactory.
Service
10
Staff are repeatedly described as friendly, welcoming, and extremely helpful.
Location
9.82
Hotel is well-situated in Little India, offering easy access to attractions.
Room Quality
8.86
Rooms vary in comfort; some guests find them small, while others enjoy the vintage charm.
Amenities
9.31
Amenities include local snacks and a pleasant environment, but there are some concerns with water pressure and noise.
Value for Money
9.84
Guests feel the experience justifies the price, especially for the unique atmosphere.
Food and Beverage
9.3
Local snacks provided enhance the stay, but specific food services are not extensively mentioned.
Overall Experience
10
Overall sentiment is highly positive, with guests recommending the hotel for its charm and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 19:53

Property Description

Historic Charm and Unique Architecture
Experience the beauty of a restored private mansion with Chinese shophouse influences, complete with a courtyard and ornate wall decorations.

Comfortable Accommodation
Relax in air-conditioned rooms with traditional wooden furniture, some with loft or duplex layouts. Enjoy free WiFi access and well-equipped bathrooms with complimentary toiletries.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions
Immerse yourself in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, with Chinese and Indian dining options just a stroll away. Explore nearby landmarks like Little India and Pinang Peranakan Mansion, all within reach.

To book your stay at East Indies Mansion and discover the historic charm of George Town, visit our website now.

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.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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

9.5
Based on 775 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.85
Service: 10
Location: 9.82
Room Quality: 8.86
Amenities: 9.31
Value for Money: 9.84
Food and Beverage: 9.3
Overall Experience: 10
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Belinda • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Bastian • family_with_children • de
10
Pros:

Es war ein außergewöhnlicher Aufenthalt in einem wunderschön renovierten alten Herrenhaus. Zwei Nächte wie in einem Museum. Wunderschöner Innenhof, fantastisches Frühstück. Außergewöhnlicher Service!

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Arnaud • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • nz
10
Pros:

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2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Jure • couple • si
10
Perfectly located, beautifully restored, spotless, with a staff that goes above and beyond.
Pros:

East Indies Mansion is one of those rare places where you really feel that every detail matters. Perfectly located in the heart of Georgetown, just steps from Armenian Street, Chulia Street, and plenty of great restaurants and attractions. The mansion itself is a beautifully restored historic Chinese house. Each room is unique, decorated with elegant antique furniture, and kept immaculately clean. The linens and towels smell wonderfully fresh, and even the toiletries like soap, shampoo, and conditioner are of excellent quality. But above all, The staff truly made the stay exceptional. Everyone was warm, attentive, and made us feel genuinely welcome. During our stay, there was a small incident where a personal item of great importance to us was accidentally thrown away. The team went above and beyond to make it right and managed to find a replacement for us. That level of care and genuine kindness is something you’ll never forget. If we return to Penang, East Indies Mansion will absolutely be our first choice.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Tu • family_with_children • vn
10
The apartment was comfortable, and we really enjoyed our time there.
Pros:

The staff were very nice, friendly, and attentive. They were also very careful and thoughtful throughout our stay.

Cons:

None

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • solo_traveller • de
10
Top-Unterkunft mit Stil
Pros:

Sehr empfehlenswerte Unterkunft - historisches Setting in Top-Lage. Alle Sehenswürdigkeiten sind zu Fuß erreichbar, das Personal immer freundlich und hilfsbereit. Mein Zimmer wurde sogar zweimal pro Tag gereinigt, der Aufenthalt war sehr entspannt.

Cons:

Das Frühstück nimmt man am besten in einem der vielen Cafes oder Food Courts in unmittelbarer Nähe ein - tolle Auswahl. Falls dies von Interesse sein sollte: Die Zimmer haben kein TV, aber schnelles W-LAN ist vorhanden!

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Rui • extended_group • cn
7
Pros:

古城的古建筑,全新的体验。但是也是因为是老建筑,所以房间里面台阶太多,过来过去总是担心摔着。

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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MARTINA • solo_traveller • it
9
Sistemazione di valore storico
Pros:

Tutto. Ho adorato la posizione in mezzo a Little India.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Francesca • family_with_children • it
10
Soggiorno al di là delle aspettative! Super consigliato!
Pros:

L’hotel era molto bello, il personale gentilissimo, la pulizia impeccabile, davvero una esperienza straordinaria!

Cons:

Niente

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Hecham • extended_group • it
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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javier • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Yazid David • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Rachid • family_with_children • fr
10
Nous avons était agréablement surpris par ce magnifique petit hôtel, dommage nous ne pouvions pas rester plus longtemps.
Pros:

Magnifique hôtel, personnel adorable
Les petites attention le soir à notre retour dans notre chambre.

Cons:

Tout était parfait

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Farra • solo_traveller • gb
10
Amazing.
Pros:

It was absolutely beautiful. It was spotless. We had Cinnamon 1 and 2. They were so unique, there was a lounge upstairs between the 2 units- which we called the “museum” with really cool items from history. Lovely bedtime treats each night, and local snacks that were super tasty and thoughtful.
Rose tea, kopi o and 3 in 1 was a welcome selection for us… not to mention the body soap, shampoo and conditioner that had such a gorgeous smell.
The staff couldn’t be more helpful and helped recommend our favourite meal on Kimberly Road, checked us out super early with a smile and such pleasantness.
Spaces to chill out and relax were instagramable, and so quaint.
The beds were super comfortable and the bed sheets felt incredibly luxurious.
The price was extremely reasonable and I really felt like it was such fantastic value for money we were really sad to leave.

Cons:

Absolutely nothing. We were sad that that we didn’t stay for longer.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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AKI • solo_traveller • jp
8
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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nicolas • couple • fr
10
Magnifique établissement d’esprit colonial
Pros:

Splendide établissement de style colonial au calme absolu
Y résider c’est déjà une visite à lui tout seul !
Patio, boiserie, mobilier magnifique
Personnel adorable( on porte vos bagages)
Chambre extraordinaire
Grande, bien équipé et très propre sachant allier le confort au style traditionnel colonial
On a adoré!

Cons:

Rien

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Laura • family_with_children • nz
10
The best accom I've ever stayed in
Pros:

Everything about our stay at East Indies was perfect. We honestly couldn't have asked for a better location, and spot to relax and stay during our time in Georgetown. We didn't want to leave! While everything was beautiful, it was the staff who made it a truly memorable stay. They were extremely helpful, kind and always around to take care of us. The list of recommended food spots, and access to tea, coffee and snacks were also lovely.

The breakfast is delicious!

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Hanneke • couple • nl
9
Mooie fijne plek
Pros:

Wat een prachtig hotel. In het midden van de old Town.
Kamer was prachtig stijlvol ingericht.

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Clare • family_with_children • gb
9
Delightful historic property, superb location and thoughtful staff.
Pros:

It was absolutely gorgeous! Beautifully restored yet with all the modern amenities you would want. We stayed in Clove 1 and 2 which was perfect for our family of five giving everyone plenty of space and privacy - two bathrooms was amazing. The staff are very obliging and happy to help. There were lots of lovely thoughtful touches such as a turn down service and little local treats left for us each day. The location was fantastic with all the Georgetown sites within walking distance. I would thoroughly recommend.

Cons:

We did have some frustration with the showers - it was great to have two bathrooms but the water pressure wasn’t good enough for both to be in use at the same time.

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee