The romantic city of George Town is full of attractions, such as 1st Avenue Mall and Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site, and is loved for its temples and restaurants.
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Gurney Drive in Downtown George Town. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Gurney Paragon, Pulau Tikus Market, and Gurney Plaza.
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to KOMTAR— just one of the monuments in Downtown George Town. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
If you like spending time outside, why not spend the afternoon at Penang Hill, a park in the heart of Kampung Rambutan. Our travelers also like this walkable area for its restaurants and beaches.Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Penang Botanic Gardens and Penang Botanical Gardens, both nearby.
During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Kek Lok Si Temple is just one of the places to see in Kampung Cantik, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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"Loved the welcoming drink and 'freezing' cold towel to cool us down at the reception when we checked in. Room was very spacious and clean. Also appreciate the complimentary teas and coffee. We only drink coffees in the morning and we stayed 3 nights but there were only 2 pods so we had to ask for more for the next day. Everything else was great.
Appreciate that they offered free shuttle to a few places of interest.
Staff was very friendly & helpful. "
If you're eager to find a budget-friendly place to stay in Penang, consider booking a motel. Take a look at Apple 1 Hotel Gurney where you'll find free WiFi and free parking. Or, think about Rasa Motel or CLP perai rest house for a comfy, convenient base without a big price tag.
Can I stay in a hostel in Penang?
Hostels can be a cheaper alternative to Penang hotels, as you can stay in a shared dormitory. There are 29 hostels in Penang. Burmahtel - Hostel offers free in-room WiFi and free parking. YMCA International Hostel has free in-room WiFi and free parking. The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel is another low-cost option.
What are the best cheap things to do in Penang?
Sightseeing doesn't mean you have to blow the budget. For some affordable things to do in Penang, try a stroll along Gurney Drive or plan a visit to attractions like KOMTAR. Don't forget to include a visit to Penang Hill.
