Tien Hotel Georgetown

Hotels
7.4 (150 reviews)
348, Chulia Street, Penang , George Town , my

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Outdoor pool
Daily housekeeping
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Centrally located
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Good value for money
Cons:
Noise from street
Reception availability
Air conditioning issues

Categories

Cleanliness
6.85
The rooms were clean, but some issues with reception giving a sense of abandonment.
Service
7.35
Reception was not always available, but staff responded quickly via WhatsApp.
Location
7.85
Centrally located, with easy access to food options.
Room Quality
6.85
Rooms are of good size but there were issues with air conditioning.
Amenities
7.35
Rooftop pool was enjoyable, but some facilities like the pool could be improved.
Value for Money
7.85
Good value considering the price, despite some shortcomings.
Food and Beverage
7.85
Location near many food options enhances the experience.
Overall Experience
7.25
A mixed experience; great location but noise and service issues could detract from the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 09:09

Property Description

Rooftop Pool and Stylish Rooms
Indulge in relaxation with a rooftop pool and chic rooms in the vibrant heritage district surrounded by popular dining and nightlife spots.

Modern Interior Design and Luxury Amenities
Experience contemporary decor and top-notch amenities, including complimentary WiFi, bathrobes, and high-end toiletries for a luxurious stay.

Convenient Location and Personalized Service
Benefit from a central location near major attractions and attentive staff ready to cater to your needs and enhance your travel experience.

Book now to immerse yourself in the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Tien Hotel in George Town!

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 be advised that the Tourism Tax is distinct from the Penang Local Heritage Fee. These are separate charges, and further information regarding the Tourism Tax can be found through the Malaysian Immigration Department.

Penang Local Heritage Fee of RM2 per night will be collected during Check-In.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.
Swimming pool: Closed from Mon, Mar 9, 2026 until Wed, Jun 30, 2027
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 150 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.85
Service: 7.35
Location: 7.85
Room Quality: 6.85
Amenities: 7.35
Value for Money: 7.85
Food and Beverage: 7.85
Overall Experience: 7.25
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Chris couple au
9
Great location and staff
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

The swimming pool was disgustingly dirty and the water had a horrible smell. Also no door on the bathroom

2026-08-22 via Nuitee
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Hendry couple my
1
rude and unfriendly service made us feel completely unwelcome. Very spoil our mode
Cons:

明白,你是说打红色纸上第二个 service 电话时,是一个女员工接听,而且她态度很凶、没礼貌。可以改成这样:

Hotel Review

Low service can be understandable, but the service here felt like there was almost no service at all. The staff were generally rude and seemed angry whenever we tried to communicate.

I called the second service number on the red paper to request an extra chair. The female staff member who answered was very rude and spoke in a harsh, unfriendly manner. Even though I asked politely, she rejected the request very aggressively instead of simply explaining it nicely. The way she spoke made us feel very unwelcome.

The older Indian male staff member was also very rude. Overall, the attitude of the staff was the biggest issue for us.

The cleanliness was only average. There was also no parking provided, and finding parking nearby was extremely difficult. We had to park quite far away and walk back to the hotel.

Overall, the service felt rude, unfriendly, and unwelcoming. We really did not feel like guests were being welcomed here.

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
H
Harpreet couple my
9
2026-08-19 via Nuitee
M
Mohaiyuddin solo_traveller my
7
Pros:

Room was good equipped with bathtub and big

Cons:

Lights were too dim
Table and wall mirror were not together so made it difficult for woman to make up
Shower water not fast

2026-08-16 via Nuitee
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PS extended_group my
1
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Laia couple es
10
2026-08-13 via Nuitee
S
Scott solo_traveller au
6
Cons:

Noisey, very very noisey

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Fabian solo_traveller it
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Shanthi couple th
7
Choice location, great decor
Pros:

The decor was exceptional, very modern and the lighting choices were really good.

Cons:

There is no lift, so poses a problem for travellers with luggage

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
N
Nareshkumar solo_traveller my
7
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
B
Bosco Lee couple my
10
2026-06-13 via Nuitee
A
Annabel couple nl
1
Cons:

Wij kwamen aan bij het hotel, en moesten 15 minuten buiten wachten omdat er geen personeel aanwezig was. Dit terwijl we binnen de uren van de check-in waren aangekomen. Later werd er door iemand opengedaan die voor het bedrijf ernaast werkt. Binnen hebben we nog 5 minuten gewacht tot er eindelijk iemand kwam. We kregen het pasje in ons hand gedrukt en mochten het verder zelf uitzoeken. Toen we de kamer binnen kwamen zagen we gelijk dat de kamer supper klein was (dit zag er niet zo uit op de foto’s). Badkamer en kamer is eigenlijk ook gewoon 1 ruimte wat afgesloten wordt door een gordijn ( die ook nog eens doorschijnend is). Wij wouden terug naar de receptie om te vragen waarom de kamer niet overeen kwam met de foto’s. Maar tot onze verbazing was er gewoon weer niemand. Daarom besloten wij om maar even een rondje te lopen, hierdoor kwamen wij erachter dat het zwembad ook niet eruit ziet als op de foto’s. Het was klein en vies. Een kwartier later hebben we gelijk uitgecheckt en een ander hotel opgezocht. Personeel kon ook geen engels dus ging bellen met de baas, daar was overigens ook niet normaal mee te communiceren. Ze bleef hameren op dat dit echt de kamer was die we geboekt hadden. Wij zijn weggegaan en hebben verder niks meer gehoord van ze. We hopen nog iets van een vergoeding terug te krijgen, maar ben bang dat we ons geld hebben weggegooid. Erg zonde

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
I
ishraf couple my
7
2026-04-27 via Nuitee
A
Adly Izmir couple my
9
Convenient
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Pool not working

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
D
Daniel family_with_children us
8
Pros:

Location, secure entry.

Cons:

Check -in process...no front desk service when I arrived couldn't get into building.

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
J
Jonathan couple au
7
Cheap but a little disappointing
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The photos were carefully chosen to look better than it actually was. There was no door on the toilet and it was separated by a curtain.

2026-03-17 via Nuitee
M
Michele couple it
8
O
Pros:

O

Cons:

O

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
M
Marta couple es
7
Hotel correcto y centrico, pero en un calle ruidosa, si quieres descansar mejor ve a otro
Pros:

El hotel es correcto en una zona centrica, la habitación es de buen tamaño y esta limpia, no le falta de nada y por el precio esta bastante bien.

Cons:

El ruido de los bares de la calle se oía demasiado fuerte, dificultando el descanso. Esta en una zona llena de bares para turistas, cosa que no nos dimos cuenta antes de reservar, la musica estaba a muy alto volumen hasta minimo las 2 o 3 de la madrugada, ademas a las 6 de la mañana empiezan los rezos de una mezquita cercana y se oyen mucho también. Si quieres descansar te recomendaria alejarte un poco de esta zona.

Por otra parte, al llegar al hotel no habia nadie en recepcion, tuvimos que estar un rato en la puerta llamando y nadie venia, tuvimos que escribir al numero que nos habian facilitado para que nos dieran la contraseña de la puerta, justo en ese momento llego el chico de recepcion para hacer el check in. Durante toda nuestra estancia vimos 2 veces alguien en recepcion, el resto el hotel parecia abandonado, pero siempre respondian rapido al whatsapp, asi que estabas atendido pero tenias la sensacion de estar solo en el hotel.

2025-09-29 via Nuitee
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E family_with_children nl
2
Great stay, but bad climate.
Pros:

Central location!

Cons:

Airconditioning did not work in two rooms. Cooled a maximum of 2 degrees. Had horrible nights, hotel didn't fix the cooling issue. Contacted manager, but didn't do anything.

2025-09-03 via Nuitee
E
Eleanor couple gb
10
Loved our stay!
Pros:

Excellent location with easy access to a lot of food options, beautifully clean room and other facilities, and friendly and helpful staff. Having the rooftop pool was such a treat and the perfect way to cool off after a day of exploring.

2025-08-26 via Nuitee