Areca Hotel Penang

Hotels
8.8 (2012 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 2012 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
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Lorenzo • couple • nl
10
Fantastisch verblijf
Pros:

Erg goed verblijf in Penang.
Je wordt netjes ontvangen in de receptie met een welkomsdrankje.
alles wordt netjes uitgelegd en je krijg je bonnen voor de afternoon tea.
Dit is erg fijn, je kunt einde van de middag van 3 tot 5 gebruik maken hiervan. klein hapje en een drankje.
Hier kom je even op adem en keert de rust terug.
Kamer zag er goed netjes en onderhouden uit.
Als je opzoek bent naar schattig en knus hotel is dit het hotel wat je moet hebben.
Ruime kamer en badkamer. Douche is goed met harde straal

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Antonio David • extended_group • es
9
Un clásico bien cuidado y mejor ubicado
Pros:

El edificio es muy bonito y está bien cuidado. La limpieza de 10. La atención inmejorable. La ubicación es aún mejor , cerca de todo lo interesante. Habitación amplia y bien aislada y mejor climatizada

Cons:

El ascensor es lento y el desayuno caro. Solo eso

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • au
10
Perfect hotel to stay for a vacation
Pros:

Beautiful restored colonial building with comfortable rooms, in a perfect location for exploring Penang Island. Staff were helpful and friendly.
Would stay here again.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Sailor1976 • solo_traveller • nl
9
Pros:

Dit hotel ademt karakter. Supervriendelijk en behulpzaam personeel

Cons:

Misschien mijn Moskee "wekker" om 6 uur 's ochtends al heb ik ze wel erger meegemaakt

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Boufessioua • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

La disponibilité et gentillesse du personnel, un goûter est proposé à tous les clients entre 15h et 17h.
Petit déjeuner trés bon et copieux. Très bien situé.

Cons:

Rien

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Camilla • couple • it
9
Accogliente
Pros:

Hotel bello e pulito in centro a George Town, staff cordiale con reception h24 che c’è stata utile per la partenza alle 5.00 am
Carina l’idea del the alle 3pm inclusa nel prezzo

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Jason • solo_traveller • us
10
Only regret you’ll have is leaving…
Pros:

I loved this hotel. A great location in George Town. Close to the action, but still in a quiet area. Very helpful staff. Very comfortable room with a refrigerator, fan and AC. Eco-friendly. A good buffet style breakfast for 30 RM, and a complimentary afternoon tea. The cleaning staff were like ninjas. I left for 10 minutes and by the time I came back they’d completely remade the room!

Cons:

Absolutely nothing!

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
孝光 • solo_traveller • sg
10
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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YI HUI • couple • tw
8
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Meike • extended_group • nl
10
Mooi en centraal gelegen hotel met vriendelijk personeel en heerlijk ontbijt
Pros:

Mooi hotel, smaakvol ingericht, heel vriendelijk personeel en heerlijk ontbijt. Ook de locatie was perfect. Alle leuke wijken en veel bezienswaardigheden binnen loop afstand. Hotel is wel rustig gelegen.

Cons:

Niets

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Neil • extended_group • nz
8
Stylish and comfortable hotel on the edge of the UNESCO world heritage area, easy walk to most attractions, and quiet en
Pros:

Classic older style building, which had been nicely restored.enjoyed the open central courtyard/ light well, the complimentary afternoon teat was a great touch, helped break up the day of sightseeing and give us a chance to sit down and relax.

Cons:

Pity that the air conditioning in the rooms was tied to your room key, so when returning on a hot afternoon or evening it took a while for the rooms to cool back down.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Martin • solo_traveller • au
10
Georgetown Oasis
Pros:

Beautifully and faithfully restored boutique hotel. Staff were friendly and helpful. So comfortable. Close to the food action of Georgetown. Will definitely stay here again.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Zuberoa • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

Todo

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Nyarai • couple • au
9
Will definitely come back again
Pros:

The location is the best.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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stacey • couple • gb
9
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Jaime • extended_group • sg
8
Great location
Pros:

Convenient

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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DANIEL • couple • es
10
Genial ubicado y con todas las facilidades para visitar Georgetown
Pros:

Muy bonito, gran atención y excelente ubicación

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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MIchaelByrne2015 • couple • ie
9
Beautiful, friendly hotel right by the heritage centre of George Town
Pros:

We booked the ground floor heritage room, which was airy and expansive. Each of these rooms is an old shopfront and they are deep and high-ceilinged with acres of space for relaxing. A small outdoor section in the covered atrium was a cute extra and the whole feeling of the hotel was conducive to relaxtation. It's only a short distance from the heritage area of George Town so it's easy to walk to and from there. Breakfast had enough variety to keep everyone satisfied, and there is a complimentary afternoon tea that we used once. Cold water in the foyer to refresh you when you return from a hard day's touristing was a nice touch. Beds were comfy, and bathroom well maintained and spacious. Staff were super friendly and helpful. I'd come again.

Cons:

Some noise from the street at night, but only occasionally and not enough to make you lose sleep. Complimentary earplugs are available from the front desk if this, or the morning call-to-prayer, is an issue for you.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Wei • family_with_children • au
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Hans • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

Like the charm of the room and afternoon tea is a good and unexpected pleasure

Cons:

It was all satisfactory

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee