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Some reviews mention outdated bathroom fixtures, but overall cleanliness is satisfactory.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
G
Gary • couple • us
10
Beautiful stay in central city mansion
Pros:

Fantastic room and decor. Absolutely beautiful. Friendly and helpful staff. Easy to walk and access the central city. Short walk from ferry nearly straight up from the ferry terminal

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
D
Daniel • solo_traveller • au
10
Fabulous hotel in a fantastic location.
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
M
Markus • couple • at
9
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
M
MARCO • solo_traveller • ch
9
tranquil location in the bustling Little India district
Pros:

Hotel EIM is ideally located in the heart of vibrant Little India, right in the midst of all the hustle and bustle.
The hotel has a charming Chinese-Malay colonial character and is beautifully decorated. Despite its central location, it feels like a peaceful retreat, perfect for travellers who appreciate quietness and privacy. It almost felt as though I had the place to myself!
The staff are very helpful and welcoming, and the bed was exceptionally comfortable.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
J
Jonathan • couple • au
10
Perfect
Pros:

Historical and beautiful! My 4th visit here and it’s still amazing. Great facilities and on the heart of Georgetown

Cons:

Nothing

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
P
Paul • couple • at
8
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
D
de Vries • extended_group • au
9
Exceeded expectations. Would highly recommend staying in this piece of history.
Pros:

Staff were attentive but gave you space. Room and bathroom were spacious. Drinking water, tea, coffee, snacks and umbrellas were provided, and the bonus evening turn-down service with a little treat was so lovely. I didn't miss the lack of TV (great books on offer), and really appreciated the darkness to allow for morning sleep-ins. The hotel and room (Anistar 3) were excellent for three guests.

Cons:

It would have been great to have a small fridge in the room. Some accessibility issues if you are mobility-impaired or in a wheelchair.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
B
Belinda • solo_traveller • au
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
B
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
A
Arnaud • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
J
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
C
Christine • couple • nz
10
Pros:

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2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
T
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
A
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
R
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
M
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
F
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
H
Hecham • extended_group • it
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
J
javier • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
Y
Yazid David • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee