Hotel Penaga, George Town
About the Hotel
Rooms and Suites
Hotel Penaga, a heritage boutique hotel, occupies a cluster of 15 pre-war terraces and shophouses on Hutton Lane, Transfer Road, and Clarke Street. All 45 rooms include air conditioning, free stocked minibars, private indoor hot tubs, and premium bedding. Some units have a seating area. Hutton Rooms feature Chinese antique furniture, restored timber floors, beautiful beds, jacuzzi baths, and separate showers; some include balconies overlooking Hutton Lane or the courtyard and offer wheelchair lift access. Clarke Terraces are inspired by the Penaga Tree. Penaga Suites, located on the first floor, suit families who prefer to avoid stairs. Transfer Suites can include two balconies overlooking Penang Hill or the Inner Garden. Certain rooms have a private balcony that opens up to city and garden views. Private bathrooms have separate bathtubs with jetted tubs and complimentary toiletries. The hotel provides certain bookings for group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties. Please note that some suites are only accessible by stairs.
Dining at Penaga
The Cinnamon restaurant serves daily breakfast and fusion cuisine with a swimming pool view, along with an all-day menu and a selection of wines. Guests also get daily afternoon tea, a snack, and one glass of wine per stay.
Leisure and Amenities
Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. Guests can swim in the lap pool, which also has a spa corner, and use facilities such as the gardens and the mini library. Additional amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and onsite shopping. Safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Location and Access
Hotel Penaga is located in George Town, within a few minute's walk of dining venues, heritage sites such as Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, shops, and department stores. It is within easy walking distance of the latest shopping mall in Penang and 20 km from Penang International Airport. Gurney Drive, a popular spot for local hawker food, is a 7-minute drive away. Landmarks nearby include Cheong Fatt Tze (0.3 km), Pinang Peranakan Mansion (1 km), Dark Mansion (0.3 km), Fort Cornwallis (1 km), Little India (1 km), The Top Penang (0.3 km), Khoo Kongsi (1.5 km), and Watsons (1.5 km).
Hotel Services
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel facilities include a 24-hour reception, a lounge bar, a mini library, a business center, an outdoor swimming pool, and Penaga Spa. Entrepôt gift shop sells souvenirs from all over Asia.
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Getting around
A list of all available modes of transport
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Cycling
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
Dining
- Restaurant
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Jacuzzi
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
