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5 Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe, George Town, Malaysia, 10050
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Areca Hotel Penang, a 4-star property within UNESCO World Heritage buffer zone in Georgetown, features 48 rooms across twelve heritage shophouses. The hotel, named after the Areca Palm from which Penang derives its name, offers a children's room, computer lounge, and library.

Heritage to Modern Rooms

The 50 air-conditioned rooms at Areca Hotel Penang range from 59.1 ft^2 Garden Rooms to 157.5 ft^2 Family Suites with double queens. Heritage Rooms feature colonial-style elements, while Heritage Lofts offer super single beds and city views.

Local and Western Dining

Areca Café serves breakfast, lunch, and afternoon tea daily, offering Nyonya, local, and Western cuisine crafted with fresh ingredients.

Business and Service Facilities

The 24-hour front desk provides luggage storage and concierge services. A business center and meeting room accommodate corporate events, while complimentary Wi-Fi serves all areas.

Central Heritage Location

Located in Georgetown's prime tourist area, the hotel provides access to Khoo Kongsi (0.5 miles), Sun Yat Sen Museum (0.5 miles), and Upside Down Museum (0.5 miles). Penang International Airport is 12.5 miles away.

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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
Garden Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Air conditioning
Heritage Twin Loft
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Air conditioning
Family Suite
2 persons
520 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Air conditioning
Heritage Double Room
2 persons
435 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Air conditioning
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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments
Facilities: Great
8.6/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 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
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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
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 (PEN)27 min  ·  10.8 mi
Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (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
Number of rooms:
38

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Areca Hotel Penang from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 709 verified reviews
8.8/10
Great
95%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.5/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Comfort
9.0/10
Facilities
8.6/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.1/10
Location
9.2/10
Paid Wi-Fi
7.5/10
Staff
9.4/10
Value for money
8.8/10
Guest reviews
based on 1369 reviews
8.8/10
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