Areca Hotel Penang

Hotels
8.8 (2049 reviews)
5 Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe , George Town , my
+60 4-261 0050

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Family rooms
Garden
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Great location near attractions
Comfortable and spacious rooms
Cons:
Housekeeping inconsistencies
Soundproofing issues in rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.26
Some reviews indicated cleanliness was an issue, particularly in the context of housekeeping not always replacing items.
Service
9.23
Staff were frequently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.27
Multiple reviews highlighted the hotel's great location near main attractions.
Room Quality
8.72
Many comments praised rooms for their comfort and spaciousness, though some noted soundproofing issues.
Amenities
8.75
Amenities like the afternoon tea were positively received; however, some issues with fixtures were noted.
Value for Money
8.21
General sentiment about value is positive, but not all amenities were perfectly executed, affecting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.76
Breakfast was well-received, but absence of specific negative feedback reduces score lower than perfect.
Overall Experience
9.23
Overall stay experience was positive as noted in various reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-08 00:11

Property Description

Central Location in George Town
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town right outside your doorstep at Areca Hotel Penang. Discover nearby attractions such as the Upside Down Museum and Penang Heritage Gallery.

Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms
Relax in air-conditioned rooms featuring modern amenities like a flat-screen TV and private bathroom. Upgrade to rooms with a cozy patio for a touch of luxury during your stay.

Dining Experience
Indulge in European cuisine at the hotel's in-house restaurant or start your day with a delicious continental breakfast. Don't miss out on the famous Penang Road Teochew Chendul during your stay.

Ready to experience a blend of comfort and convenience at Areca Hotel Penang? Book now for an unforgettable Penang getaway.

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

8.8
Based on 2049 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.26
Service: 9.23
Location: 9.27
Room Quality: 8.72
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 8.21
Food and Beverage: 8.76
Overall Experience: 9.23
D
Daisy • couple • it
10
Great place to stay
Pros:

Beautiful decor, clean room and very friendly staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • au
10
Welcoming, central and charming
Pros:

The staff were very welcoming and friendly. The bed was firm and comfortable, breakfast satisfactory and afternoon tea a nice surprise.
The historic building was beautiful and decorated nicely.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
G
Giuditta • couple • it
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Riccardo • family_with_children • it
9
Ottima
Pros:

Pulita, ampia, stile coloniale, buona colazione

Cons:

Finestre con vetri sottili che fanno sentire il rumore continuo della strada. Alle 6 c'è sempre canto della moschea vicina (ti avvisano con bigliettino e danno tappi all'evenienza)

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
A
angela maria • extended_group • it
10
George Town è una bellissima città da visitare e l” hotel Areca rende la vacanza confortevole e agevole
Pros:

Ottima la posizione: è possibile muoversi a piedi per visitare gli splendidi quartieri Little a India ed il quartiere cinese. La cortesia della accoglienza ci ha fatto sentire subito a nostro agio. Le camere sono confortevoli, ben arredate e dotate di un bagno con una grande doccia

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Paoloci74 • solo_traveller • it
10
Perfetto
Pros:

niente da dire. tutto è stato impeccabile. l accoglienza e la gentilezza dello staff, la pulizia, il the pomeridiano, la bellezza della struttura. prenotato molto tempo prima ha un prezzo davvero imbattibile.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Hui Ming • extended_group • tw
9
Pros:

位置、員工

Cons:

沒有任何隔音效果，枕頭、床墊、被子不太舒適。

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
F
Filippo • couple • it
6
Pros:

Staff accogliente e gentile, break offerto a metà pomeriggio apprezzato

Cons:

Da migliorare l’insonorizzazione (praticamente nulla) e la pulizia generale della camera e del letto in cui abbiamo trovato alcune macchie. Il bagno doveva essere pulito meglio.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
J
Joshua • couple • my
8
Pros:

room layout was nice, shower had good pressure and hot water

Cons:

parking was quite limited because the opposite building had events
there is only 1 elevator and it can take quite some time

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
F
Ferda Yeliz • solo_traveller • tr
8
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
M
Merce • family_with_children • es
10
Perfecto para visitar la ciudad
Pros:

Céntrico, amabilidad del personal, habitación ideal para 4

Cons:

Por decir algo, igual mejoraría el desayuno

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Amanda • couple • au
10
George Town perfection
Pros:

I loved everything! The design, the location, the wonderful afternoon tea, the ambience… Staff are friendly. Perfect.

Cons:

The only teeny-tiny thing is that due to their design, the rooms are quite light at night.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
M
Maud • couple • nl
8
Prima
Pros:

Goede locatie. Vriendelijk en behulpzaam personeel. Leuke sfeer.

Cons:

Kamer was erg klein en we hadden geluidsoverlast van de keuken

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
C
céline • family_with_children • fr
9
Pros:

Place centrale pour visiter la ville, proche de tout.
Le lieu est magnifique.
Gentillesse du personnel.
Petit déjeuner très bon.
Tea Time offert excellent.

Cons:

Pour trouver un point à améliorer … Chambres peu insonorisées, on est en ville et près d’une mosquée . Mais l’hôtel nous prévient par un petit message dans la chambre. Avec des bouchons d’oreilles, le problème est réglé et tous les autres points positifs prennent le dessus .

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
A
aizaz • couple • es
10
Pros:

Dena primeran.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
R
Riccardo • couple • it
10
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Tse Yun (Claire) • couple • sg
8
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Karine • extended_group • fr
9
Hôtel charmant
Pros:

La situation, l’accueil et le service du personnel, le cadre typique et soigné de l’hôtel font d’Areca un étape de charme.

Cons:

Une mosquée est à proximité, il faut donc avoir conscience qu il y a l appel à la prière des 6h.

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Tindav • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Soggiorno molto piacevole
Lo staff è stato davvero pronto e disponibile per ogni esigenza. La camera era confortevole e tutto al suo interno era perfettamente funzionante. La posizione è leggermente decentrata, ma George Town è un po' tutta così, quindi ci si sposta comunque facilmente. Struttura consigliata!

Cons:

nulla

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
L
Lilla • solo_traveller • hu
9
2026-08-13 • via Nuitee