Areca Hotel Penang, George Town ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

5 Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe, George Town, Malaysia, 10050

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“The hotel's location in the heart of Georgetown is perfect for exploring both the historic sites and local eateries just steps away.”view full review

Areca Hotel Penang, a 4-star George Town hotel rated 8.8/10 on Booking.com, offers a mix of modern amenities and rich heritage with 48 rooms housed in twelve shop houses. Facilities include an on-site dining option, a library, and a computer lounge catering to both leisure and business needs.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Areca Hotel Penang include family suites, garden rooms, and heritage rooms, designed to provide modern comforts. All accommodations feature air conditioning, flat-screen televisions, refrigerators, and en-suite bathrooms.

Dining Options

Areca Café serves a variety of international and local cuisine, including Nyonya dishes, in a comfortable setting. Buffet-style meals are offered three times daily, and an outdoor barbeque is held on Saturday nights.

Leisure & Business

Leisure facilities include a children's room and a library, while business travelers can utilize a conference room equipped for small groups. The hotel also offers bespoke travel and tour experiences, highlighting the region's history and culture.

Location & Transportation

Located within walking distance from key attractions such as the Pinang Peranakan Museum and Prangin Mall, Areca Hotel Penang provides easy access to local street art and heritage sites. Public transport options include nearby bus stations served by intercity buses.

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Areca Hotel Penang offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Family Suite

2 persons

520 sq. feet

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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Garden Room

2 persons

195 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Heritage Twin Loft

2 persons

435 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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Heritage Double Room

2 persons

435 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Facilities

Areca Hotel Penang offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.7/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Off-site car park
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Dining

Restaurant

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Board games
Children's menu
Children's play area
Kids club

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Dressing area
Patio
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Areca Hotel Penang Location

5 Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe, George Town, Malaysia, 10050

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5 Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe, George Town, Malaysia, 10050

City landmarks

Museum

Khoo Kongsi

3000 ft

Landmark

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

1.0 mi

Landmark

Little India

3900 ft

Museum

Cheong Fatt Tze

2800 ft

Landmark

Fort Cornwallis

1.0 mi

Park

Padang Kota Lama

3200 ft

Museum

Sun Yat Sen Museum Penang

2800 ft

Museum

The Camera Museum

2900 ft

Gallery

Chew Jetty

1.0 mi

Museum

Wonderfood Museum

4900 ft

Mall

Penang Times Square

3000 ft

Mall

Armenian Street

2800 ft

Landmark

Chulia Street

2300 ft

Mosque

Kapitan Keling Mosque

2300 ft

Mall

1st Avenue Mall

2400 ft

Amusement Park

The Top Penang

2800 ft

Museum

Penang 3D Trick Art Museum

4700 ft

Landmark

Sri Mariamman Temple

3300 ft

Gallery

Hin Bus Depot

2400 ft

Museum

Penang Street Art

3400 ft

Museum

Ghost Museum

2800 ft

Nearby

10000

Komtar

1700 ft

Museum

Upside Down Museum

1600 ft

Mall

Watsons

1900 ft

Shopping Area

Prangin Mall

1900 ft

Jalan Penang

Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar

2000 ft

Museum

Dark Mansion

1200 ft

Museum

Glass Museum Penang

300 ft

Event hall

Tech Dome Penang

1300 ft

Restaurants

Loke Thye Kee Restaurant

300 ft

2 Jalan Burma

Moody Cow Cafe Penang

900 ft

170 Jalan Transfer

Tuck Kee Dried Meat Shop

1200 ft

39 Jalan Kuala Kangsar Chowrasta Market

Cinnamon

1300 ft

38C Jalan Hutton

Auction Room Georgetown

1300 ft

No. 38A Jalan Sungai Ujong

Rabbit X Hold Up

1500 ft

73 Jalan Kuala Kangsar

White Smoke Grill and Bar

1400 ft

150

Il Bacaro

1900 ft

Campbell House,106 Campbell Street Georgetown

Sebai Sebai Thai Restaurant

1300 ft

No1,Lintang Batu,Greenlane

Kashmir Restaurant

1600 ft

105 Jalan Penang

Tek Sen Restaurant

2800 ft

18 Lebuh Carnarvon

Getting around

City Centre

George Town2 min · 400 ft

Airports

Penang International (PEN)27 min · 10.8 mi

Sultan Abdul Halim (AOR)182 min · 75.1 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

until 12 pm

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible on site at MYR 6 per day.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs MYR 30 per person per day.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

Malay

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Areca Hotel Penang from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 808 verified reviews

8.9/10

Great

95%

Recommend

Cleanliness

9.1/10

Comfort

9.1/10

Facilities

8.7/10

Free Wi-Fi

9.5/10

Location

9.2/10

Staff

9.5/10

Value for money

8.8/10

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