St Giles Wembley Penang

Hotels
8.3 (1275 reviews)
183, Jalan Magazine , George Town , my

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good breakfast
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Noisy rooms
Cleanliness issues
Cold pool

Categories

Cleanliness
7.76
Clean but issues with dirty mattress and room maintenance observed.
Service
8.73
Staff were friendly and attentive, with good service overall.
Location
9.27
Excellent location with easy access to nearby shopping and attractions.
Room Quality
7.22
Room quality below expectations due to old infrastructure and noise issues.
Amenities
8.25
Amenities generally good, but gym and pool are small and pool water too cold.
Value for Money
8.21
Pricing may not align with overall experience, especially given some cleanliness issues.
Food and Beverage
8.76
Breakfast variety and quality good, however room service could be improved.
Overall Experience
8.23
Overall pleasant stay with a few areas needing improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 07:01

Property Description

Prime Location in George Town

Situated in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Wembley – A St Giles Hotel, Penang offers easy access to city attractions like Penang Peranakan Mansion and Komtar.

Modern Amenities

Relax in air-conditioned rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs and free WiFi. Unwind by the outdoor pool or stay active at the fitness centre.

Culinary Delights

Indulge in a mix of local, Asian, and international cuisine at Wembley Cafe or savor authentic Japanese dishes at Enoshima. Enjoy panoramic views with refreshing drinks at DSRT Sky Room.

To experience luxury in the heart of George Town, book your stay at The Wembley – A St Giles Hotel, Penang now.

Important information:

From 1 January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night applies 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 ID or valid permanent resident MY PR Card are exempted. Please note that a Local Council fee of MYR 3 will be charged per room per night and is payable directly to the hotel upon check-in.

Please note that pets are not allowed at St Giles Wembley Penang.

Please note that the St Giles Wembley Penang Hotel, Penang, has a water dispenser installed on every floor. Therefore, bottled water is no longer provided inside the rooms except in the executive category. Two bottles of RO water are complimentary daily in the Executive Superior, Executive Deluxe, and Suite Rooms.Please note that the full amount of the reservation is due before arrival. will send a confirmation with detailed payment information. After full payment is taken, the property's details, including the address and where to pick up the keys, will be sent to you by email.
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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • 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 110 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

8.3
Based on 1275 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.76
Service: 8.73
Location: 9.27
Room Quality: 7.22
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 8.21
Food and Beverage: 8.76
Overall Experience: 8.23
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Alexander • couple • au
8
Very clean location, short walk to city centre
Pros:

Property is very clean and with a good selection of amenities.
Rooms are good and have nice views of the city

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • extended_group • my
9
GOOD FOR VALUE EXCELLENT LOCATION
Pros:

LOCATION

Cons:

THE SHOWER HEAD NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY

2026-05-01 • via Nuitee
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tan • couple • sg
7
Pleasant
Pros:

Location

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Robertson • solo_traveller • au
10
Good value stay in Penang
Pros:

Good location, friendly and helpful staff, comfortable room, on-site secure parking, good range of breakfast options at buffet.

Cons:

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2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Dore • solo_traveller • au
10
Location location location
Pros:

The room was spacious. The shower was great. Powerful. It was clean.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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Grace • extended_group • sg
9
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Sapitan • couple • ca
10
Would recommend for anyone staying in Georgetown Penang
Pros:

Clean comfortable stay with kind approachable staff. Felt very high class for a 4 star hotel.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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Tony • couple • my
8
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XAVI • couple • es
9
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • extended_group • au
10
2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Zulfadli • extended_group • my
8
convenience
Pros:

all superb

Cons:

nothing

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Raphael • couple • sg
9
Pros:

Overall service was excellent 👏👍

Cons:

The last day of our stay, the shower hot water temp drop and the water was not hot.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Susan • couple • au
10
Had a wonderful stay
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent!! Staff helpful and courteous. Had a lovely stay and would recommend to others.

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Abdul Jalil • couple • sg
8
Good and pleasant stay even though i did not try the breakfast or any dining this time.
Pros:

The location of the hotel is good. Central water dispenser is environmentally friendly and allows guest to collect water anytime.

Cons:

Bed seems to be abit firmer. I thought a softer bed will be good.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Lu Ee • couple • sg
8
Quite a pleasant
Pros:

Quite near to shopping eating places

Cons:

The bathroom, hasn’t much ventilation

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Norizanullah • solo_traveller • bn
8
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Teo • solo_traveller • my
8
2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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Nuno • couple • hk
9
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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syamsul • couple • my
8
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • gb
9
Great place to stay next to bus station
Pros:

Nice rooms lovely helpful staff

Cons:

Slightly far from historic centre of town

2026-04-07 • via Nuitee