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Areca Hotel Penang | Hotel in George Town

| 9.4 (497 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Downtown George Town Hotel | Areca Hotel Penang

Hotel in Downtown George Town, George Town

A restaurant, a complimentary children's club, and a business center are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a meeting room, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk.
Areca Hotel Penang offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Restaurant
Bar
Toiletries
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Slippers
  • Safe
Breakfast
  • 1 restaurant
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–10:30 AM: MYR 30 for adults and MYR 30 for children
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
Parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Limited onsite parking
Accessibility
  • This property does not have elevators
Activities
  • Shopping mall
Entertainment
  • Cable channels
  • Flat-screen TV
General
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Business center
  • Water dispenser
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe
  • Reception hall
  • Library
  • Smoke-free property
  • Chinese (Mandarin)
  • English
  • Malay
Guest Services
  • Refrigerator
  • Free children's club
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 pm; check-in end time: anytime minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Child Policy
Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are available for myr 55.0 per day. cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Payment Policy
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately myr 30 for adults and myr 30 for children rollaway bed fee: myr 55.0 per day the above list may not be comprehensive. fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

Reviews

Hilary
Oct 5, 2026 01:29:53 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Helpful staff at the counter. Room was clean. Aircon was cool. No complaints. Its a great place to stay for the nostalgia. The only thing lacking is the facilities like gym etc which you would expect from a hotel.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Garden Room
Room Size: 194 square feet m2
1 Queen Bed
Garden Room

General

Square meters - 18, Square feet - 194, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 5.45, Outdoor spaces not available, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Family Suite
Room Size: 517 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
Family Suite

General

Square meters - 48, Square feet - 517, Free cribs/infant beds, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 14.53, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2, Extra bed count 1
Heritage Loft
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 Large Twin Beds
Heritage Loft

General

Square meters - 40, Square feet - 431, Free cribs/infant beds, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 12.11, Bed count minimum 2, Bed count maximum 2, Extra bed count 1
Heritage Room (Ground Floor)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Heritage Room (Ground Floor)

General

Square meters - 40, Square feet - 431, Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), Ping - 12.11, Location - ground floor, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Extra bed count 1

FAQ's

Is this property pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the property have a swimming pool?

No, this Areca Hotel Penang does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in property?

Best-rates for the Areca Hotel Penang starts from $61 per night with includes Entertainment, Parking, Sports/Activities, Restaurant, Toiletries, Kitchen, Laundry, Bedding/Linens, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Balcony/Terrace, Business Services, Wellness Facilities, Guest Services, Internet, Air Conditioner, TV, Security/Safety, Bar with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is property a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 3 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the property wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Areca Hotel Penang has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the property?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Areca Hotel Penang indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for property?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.