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Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang

Name: Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang
Address: 25A Farquhar Street, George Town, MY

★★★★·8.0/ 10Recommended

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📍25A Farquhar Street · George Town ↗

📞+6046467777·Official site ↗

1986 opened · 2014 renovated· 340 rooms· Check-in 03:00 PM / out 12:00 PM

Offsite parking discounted rates availableAir conditioningSwimming poolFamily roomsLift / ElevatorLuggage storageAll 40 facilities +

Review

Official

The hotel is situated in the heart of the banking and commercial centre of Georgetown. The historical and cultural landmarks in Penang are easily reached by guests of the complex. This award-winning city hotel has a total of 333 rooms. It combines luxurious comfort with modern facilities. Amenities on offer include 24-hour reception, a hotel safe and a currency exchange facility. Further amenities include dining, conference and parking facilities. WIFI access and laundry service are also available. In addition, live entertainment is available at Minnal Family & Fun Club, located in the hotel's basement. All rooms are fully-equipped as standard featuring a satellite TV, tea/coffee making facilities and centrally regulated air-conditioning.

Guest scores & sentiment

From 305 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-09

Guests praise spacious rooms, prime location, and value for money with good breakfast. Main complaints include outdated facilities, mold/mustiness, and long check-in queues.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Location8.6

Surroundings8.6

Service8.0

Cleanliness8.0

Value7.9

Facilities7.8

Rooms7.5

＋ PraisedStrategic location · Excellent breakfast · Spacious rooms · Friendly staff

－ ComplaintsAging facilities · Poor soundproofing · Inconvenient parking · Odors or leaks

KEYSuitable for budget-conscious travelers valuing location. Expect dated facilities and potential check-in delays.

FAQ · grounded in hotel data & reviews

locationHow is the location? What attractions are nearby?＋

Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site with excellent accessibility (score 8.6). Walking distance to Penang State Museum, Pinang Peranakan Mansion, and Little India.

diningIs the breakfast and dining selection rich?＋

Guests praise the rich breakfast buffet, though some note limited vegetarian options. The revolving restaurant offers breathtaking 360-degree views of Penang Island.

roomAre the rooms spacious? How is the hygiene?＋

Rooms are praised for being spacious (score 7.5), but facilities are outdated. Some guests report mold, mustiness, or stains, so inspect cleanliness upon arrival.

facilityWhat leisure facilities does the hotel offer?＋

Facilities include a swimming pool (lap pool), 24-hour front desk, free WiFi, and a revolving restaurant. Note that some family guests mentioned low pool water temperature and insufficient shade.

serviceIs the check-in and check-out process fast?＋

Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out at 12:00. Long queues during check-in and slow service response are common complaints. Consider off-peak times to reduce waiting.

businessIs it suitable for business travel? How is the network and security?＋

Business guests appreciate sea-view rooms and space, but report poor WiFi signals. Security includes CCTV in the lobby, but elevators lack security staff, so safeguard your belongings.

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Room types · 9

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Suite

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)65 ㎡up to 3

This spacious air-conditioned suite has a separate seating area fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV and a dining table. The private bathroom includes shower facilities and free toiletries. Ironing facilities are provided.

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Family Room

2 × Twin bed / 1 × Queen bed46 ㎡up to 4

This spacious air-conditioned family room is fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV and a desk. The private bathroom includes shower facilities and free toiletries. Ironing facilities are provided.

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Deluxe Double Room

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)37 ㎡up to 3

This larger air-conditioned deluxe double room has a seating area fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV and a desk. The private bathroom includes shower facilities and free toiletries. Ironing facilities are provided.

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Deluxe Twin Room

2 × Twin bed37 ㎡up to 3

This larger air-conditioned deluxe twin room has a seating area fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV and a desk. The private bathroom includes shower facilities and free toiletries. Ironing facilities are provided.

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Superior Double

1 × King bed22 ㎡up to 2

1 King Bed237-sq-foot room with city views Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled waterSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing boardComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableSmoking And Non-Smoking

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Superior Double Room

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)22 ㎡up to 3

This air-conditioned superior double room is fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV and a desk. The private bathroom includes shower facilities and free toiletries. Ironing facilities are provided.

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Superior Twin Room

2 × Twin bed22 ㎡up to 2

This air-conditioned superior twin room is fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV and a desk. The private bathroom includes shower facilities and free toiletries. Ironing facilities are provided.

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RoomDeluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

1 × King bedup to 3

1 King BedInternet - Free WiFi Entertainment - LCD television with satellite channelsFood & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free bottled waterSleep - Blackout drapes/curtains and bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Safe, free newspaper, and iron/ironing boardComfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingNon-Smoking

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RoomSuperior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

1 × King bedup to 2

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DiningSights

Auntie Gaik Lean's Old School Eatery

malaysian · ★ Michelin

Memorabilia in show windows and a 60s soundtrack exude the charm of a bygone era. Chef Gaik Lean has been guarding her secret recipes for decades and she makes no compromises in terms of food quality. Many items are made from scratch, including her heavenly pie tee and gulai tumis that uses over eight ingredients in the curry paste, such as fresh saffron. Also try nasi ulam, an old-time recipe.

806m

Moh Teng Pheow Nyonya Koay

malaysian · Bib

This shop specialises in Nyonya kueh – an array of cakes, dumplings, puddings and pastries that can be sweet or savoury, and steamed, deep-fried or baked. All their treats are made just as they were back in 1933, when the owner's father opened a kueh factory. In addition to kueh lapis, kueh talam, ang koo and Nyonya chang, they also serve a few Nyonya dishes. Enjoy your meal beneath a glass roof and Penang-style umbrellas in the converted patio.

296m

Bibik's Kitchen

Peranakan · Bib

“Bibik” is an honorific used to address older Peranakan women, and the room is aptly decorated with classic Nyonya motifs. Naturally, the menu showcases the owner’s heirloom Peranakan recipes that are slightly less spicy than their counterparts elsewhere. Dishes come in three sizes – try their jiu hu char (stir-fried yam bean with shredded cuttlefish), and loh bak (deep-fried five-spice pork rolls).

460m

Teksen

Cantonese · Bib

Chinese couplets on the wall and red tablecloths lend the clean, simple space a festive vibe. Open since 1965, this no-frills joint has won the hearts of foodies, with well-made traditional Cantonese fare and fusion creations with a local twist. The deep-fried house-made tofu with dried local anchovies is a must – it's simply seasoned with soy sauce, but the umami is irresistible. Ask about the double-boiled soup of the day, which never disappoints.

491m

Ghee Lian

Street Food · Bib

They serve three noodle dishes: the signature green tom yum, noodle soup and fried noodles. The fresh green tom yum hits the right balance of sour and spicy. The fried fish topping has a crispy outer layer and a succulent centre; the large prawns have a moreish umami flavour.

517m

Ah Boy Koay Teow Th'ng

Street Food · Bib

This friendly family-run shop, now in the second generation, specialises in koay teow th'ng, served in soup or dry. The broth is made from chicken and pork bones. The springy tendon balls have a nice ginger flavour. A tasty option is the braised chicken with bean sprouts.

544m

Bee Hwa Cafe

chinese, local · Bib

Using chicken and seafood instead of pork, this charming café serves halal Malaysian-Chinese fare. The owner started the business as a street stall back in 1992 and now runs it with her son and daughter. Her char kway teow is sautéed with minced garlic rather than lard, in a secret soy sauce blend that tastes spicy-sweet. Made fresh daily, the broth for her hae mee is bursting with seafood umami; the home-made curry paste adds a kick to the noodles.

662m

Laksalicious

malaysian · Bib

With a caricature of the owner on its sign and a mural deconstructing its signature items, Laksalicious is a cheerful little gem bubbling with character. As its name suggests, laksa is the main event here – choose between Nyonya assam laksa with sour, spicy fish broth or Nyonya laksa lemak with rich, creamy coconut milk broth. Prawn crackers add texture and flavours. Crispy prawn fritters, nasi ulam and gula melacca cendol are also popular.

701m

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Bayview Hotel Georgetown Penang

Guest scores & sentiment

Room types · 9

Suite

Family Room

Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Twin Room

Superior Double

Superior Double Room

Superior Twin Room

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Facilities · 40

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