Areca Hotel Penang

Hotels
9.3
/10
Exceptional
380 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Siya
10.0
/ 10
Stayed two nights with family. Walkable distance to food and shopping. The Indian breakfast stand at the corner of the street was very affordable and good. Hotel provided some snacks in the afternoon.
Alan
10.0
/ 10
Good location for the old town. Very friendly staff, comfy bed and cost friendly. Would stay again.
Manh Tuan
10.0
/ 10
Excellent service, friendly, room very clean, location is convenient, walking distance, dining choice . High recommended
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5, Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe, Georgetown, Pulau Pinang, Penang, Malaysia, 10050

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AC
Restaurant
24-Hour Front Desk
Parking
Elevator
WiFi
Areca Hotel Penang is a hotel in a good neighborhood, which is located at Georgetown. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you. WiFi is available within public areas of the property to help you to stay connected with family and friends.
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5, Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe, Georgetown, Pulau Pinang, Penang, Malaysia, 10050
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Areca Hotel Penang consistently receives rave reviews for its exceptional service. Guests frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff, always ready with a smile and a helpful hand. The hotel's prime location is another major draw, placing you within easy reach of Penang's vibrant attractions and delicious culinary scene. Many visitors highlight the hotel's cleanliness and well-maintained facilities, contributing to a relaxing and comfortable stay. Overall, Areca Hotel Penang offers a fantastic blend of comfort, convenience, and outstanding hospitality, making it a top choice for travellers.

What truly sets Areca Hotel Penang apart is its commitment to guest satisfaction. From the moment you arrive, you're greeted with a warm welcome that sets the tone for your entire stay. The hotel's attention to detail is evident in every aspect, from the beautifully appointed rooms to the meticulously maintained grounds. The hotel's popularity stems from its ability to provide a truly memorable experience, exceeding expectations at every turn. It's a place where you can relax, unwind, and feel truly pampered.

One guest recently described their stay as "absolutely wonderful!" They particularly appreciated the "exceptional service" and the "spotless cleanliness" of the hotel. They also highlighted the "convenient location" and the "comfortable and well-equipped rooms." This positive feedback reflects the consistent high standards maintained by Areca Hotel Penang, making it a highly recommended choice for your next Penang adventure. Book your stay today and experience the Areca Hotel Penang difference!

Concept & Design Areca Hotel Penang

Areca Hotel Penang boasts a contemporary design that seamlessly blends modern aesthetics with a touch of local charm. The hotel's architecture and interior design create a sophisticated yet welcoming atmosphere. The overall feel is one of understated elegance, with clean lines, neutral colours, and tasteful accents that reflect the rich cultural heritage of Penang. The design aims to create a tranquil and relaxing environment for guests to unwind and enjoy their stay.

While not explicitly attributed to a single famous designer, the hotel's design clearly reflects a thoughtful and cohesive vision. The careful selection of materials, furnishings, and artwork contributes to a sense of harmony and balance throughout the hotel. The result is a space that is both stylish and comfortable, inviting guests to relax and feel at home. The attention to detail is evident in every corner, creating a truly memorable experience.

Stepping into the hotel lobby, you're immediately enveloped in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Natural light floods the space, highlighting the elegant décor and creating a sense of openness and serenity. Comfortable seating areas provide the perfect spot to relax and unwind, while the friendly staff are always on hand to assist with any needs. The lobby serves as a welcoming hub, setting the stage for a delightful stay at Areca Hotel Penang.

Different Hotel Room Types Available in Areca Hotel Penang

Choosing the perfect hotel room is crucial for a comfortable stay. We offer a range of

hotel room types

to suit every need and budget, from cosy

hotel bedroom types

to spacious suites. Consider your preferences for views, smoking options, and bathroom amenities when selecting your

categories of hotel rooms

.

  • Deluxe Room:

    Offers a comfortable double bed, city views, and non-smoking options. Bathroom includes a shower.
  • Superior Room:

    Features a king-size bed, choice of city or pool views, and smoking/non-smoking options. Bathroom includes a shower and bathtub.
  • Family Room:

    Spacious room with two double beds, suitable for families. City views, non-smoking option. Bathroom includes a shower.
  • Suite:

    Luxurious suite with a separate living area, king-size bed, and stunning city views. Non-smoking option. Bathroom includes a shower, bathtub, and bidet.

We are currently not a pet-friendly hotel.

Unique Hotel Facilities in Areca Hotel Penang

Areca Hotel Penang offers a variety of

hotel facilities

designed to enhance your stay. Whether you're looking for relaxation or recreation, we have something for everyone. From refreshing dips in our pool to convenient services, we aim to provide a memorable experience. Check the operating hours for each facility to plan your day effectively.

  • Swimming Pool:

    Open daily from 7 am to 10 pm. Enjoy a refreshing dip in our inviting pool.
  • Fitness Centre:

    Open 24/7. Stay active during your stay with our well-equipped gym.
  • Spa:

    Offers a range of treatments (additional charges apply, prices vary). Relax and rejuvenate with a pampering session.
  • Business Centre:

    Provides printing, faxing, and other business services (small additional charges may apply).

Hotel Buffet or Hotel Restaurant/Cafe Available in Areca Hotel Penang

Indulge in a variety of culinary experiences at Areca Hotel Penang. From lavish buffets to exquisite dining, we cater to every taste and preference. Our

hotel restaurant

and

hotel cafe

offer a range of cuisines and price points. Check out our menu for daily specials and signature dishes.

  • The Palm Restaurant:

    Offers a daily buffet breakfast (included for most room types), lunch, and dinner. Serves international and local cuisine. Prices vary depending on the meal and time. Open 7 am to 10 pm.
  • The Areca Cafe:

    A casual cafe serving light snacks, pastries, coffee, and tea. Open from 8 am to 10 pm.

The Palm Restaurant features a daily changing buffet selection, including local Penang specialities and international favourites. The Areca Cafe offers a delightful selection of freshly baked pastries and aromatic coffee, perfect for a relaxing afternoon.

Easy Access from and to Airport

Getting to and from the airport is a breeze with several convenient options. Whether you prefer a private transfer or public transport, we've got you covered. Consider your budget and time constraints when choosing your preferred method of

hotel transfer

. Pre-booking your

transfer from airport to hotel

or

hotel to airport transfer

is highly recommended, especially during peak seasons.

  • Taxi:

    Readily available outside the airport. The journey takes approximately 30-45 minutes depending on traffic.
  • Airport Shuttle:

    Areca Hotel Penang offers a complimentary airport shuttle service. Bookings must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Private Car Service:

    Pre-book a private car for a comfortable and convenient transfer.

Nearby MRT Station & Bus Stops Nearby

Areca Hotel Penang enjoys excellent public transport links, making it easy to explore Penang. The nearest

MRT nearby

and

nearby bus station

provide convenient access to various parts of the city. Purchase a prepaid card for easy and efficient travel on public transport.

  • MRT Station:

    The nearest MRT station is approximately a 10-minute walk from the hotel. The station offers connections to various parts of Penang.
  • Bus Stop:

    Several bus stops are located within a 5-minute walk from the hotel, providing access to local attractions and other areas of interest. Bus tickets can be purchased on board or at convenience stores.

Nearby Attractions/Landmarks for Family/Kid-Friendly Near Areca Hotel Penang

Penang offers a wealth of family-friendly attractions, perfect for creating lasting memories. From historical sites to exciting theme parks, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Plan your itinerary in advance to make the most of your time in Penang. Many attractions offer discounted entry fees for children.

  • Penang Hill:

    Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of Penang Island. (Entry fee applies, approximately £5 per adult, children half price). A 15-minute taxi ride from the hotel.
  • Entopia Butterfly Farm:

    Discover a magical world of butterflies and insects. (Entry fee applies, approximately £8 per adult, children half price). A 20-minute taxi ride from the hotel.
  • Escape Penang:

    Challenge yourselves with exciting adventure activities. (Entry fee applies, prices vary depending on activities). A 25-minute taxi ride from the hotel.
  • Tropical Spice Garden:

    Explore a lush garden filled with exotic spices and plants. (Entry fee applies, approximately £6 per adult, children half price). A 30-minute taxi ride from the hotel.
  • Kek Lok Si Temple:

    Visit one of Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temples. (Free entry). A 10-minute taxi ride from the hotel.

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All facilities in Areca Hotel Penang

Common Space Areca Hotel Penang
Common Space
Lobby Areca Hotel Penang
Lobby
Accommodation Services Areca Hotel Penang
Accommodation Services
Exterior Areca Hotel Penang
Exterior
Bedroom Areca Hotel Penang
Bedroom

Public Facilities

  • Parking
  • Elevator
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast restaurant
  • Dinner restaurant
  • Lunch restaurant
  • Room service
  • Safety deposit box
  • WiFi in public area

Food and Drinks

  • A la carte dinner
  • A la carte lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Continental breakfast
  • Set menu dinner
  • Set menu lunch
  • Snacks

In-room Facilities

  • Cable TV
  • Desk
  • Hairdryer
  • In-room safe
  • Refrigerator
  • Shower
  • TV

Hotel Services

  • Front desk
  • 24-hour Receptionist
  • Laundry service
  • Limited hours room service
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Newspaper in lobby

Business Facilities

  • Computer station
  • Meeting facilities
  • Photocopier
  • Projector

Nearby Facilities

  • ATM/Banking
  • Grocery
  • Shops
  • Supermarket

General

  • AC
  • Non-smoking room
  • Smoke-free

Shuttle Service

  • Airport transfer (surcharge)
  • Cruise shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Things to Do

  • Children play area
  • Library

Connectivity

  • LAN Internet
  • Free WiFi

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Areca Hotel Penang

Important Note

As announced by Royal Malaysian Customs Department, Tourism Tax is imposed starting 1 January 2023 for all hotel guests that are non-Malaysian or non-permanent Residents of Malaysia. Please expect that hotel will collect the Tourism Tax from you during check-in at the hotel. The Tourism Tax rate is 10 RM per room per night.

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
From 15:00
Check-out:
Before 12:00

General Check-in Instructions

Effective from June 1, 2014, the City Council of Penang will impose a Local Council Tax of MYR 3 per room per night for 4 and 5-star hotels, and MYR 2 per room per night for 0 to 3-star hotels. The star rating will be in accordance to the rating from Local Council and should the rating differ from the website, the local council rating will apply. This fee is payable directly to the hotel upon check-in and is not included in the room rate and taxes stated herein. With effect from 01 September 2017, with reference to the Law of Malaysia Act 791, Tourism Act 2017, hotel guests who are non-Malaysian or non-Permanent Resident of Malaysia, are committed to a Tourism Tax of MYR 10.00 nett per room night of stay as determined and imposed by the Malaysian Government, which is not included in the reservation and will be collected by the hotel upon check in. This is to be applied in-addition to existing fees/taxes levied and the existing local tourism fee in Penang. NOTICE ON COVID-19 At Areca Hotel Penang, we place the utmost priority on the comfort and safety of all our guests and employees of the hotel. In line with local authority guidelines and industry best practices, please be assured that we have introduced additional cleanliness and precautionary measures in our hotel, including: - Temperature screening of all persons entering the hotel premises with daily record-keeping -Sanitization stations provided in key public areas -Enforced social distancing practices throughout the hotel premises -Frequent sanitisation of common areas and high contact points -Rigorous cleaning and sanitisation of guest rooms -Reinforced food safety and standard practices -Comprehensive training of our employees to ensuring proper hygiene and awareness of COVID-19. With these measures in place we are ready to welcome you back again to experience our Areca Hotel hospitality and the rich culture and vibrant history that George Town and Penang has to offer. All reservations at Areca Hotel Penang can enjoy Penang Road Teochew Chendul by claiming from the property restaurant during afternoon tea time. This offer is limited to 1 per pax and limited to once per stay. Management reserves the right to change the validity of this offer.
Breakfast is chargeable at MYR30.00 per adult per day and MYR20.00 per child per day.

Deposit

Deposit 0 is required upon check-in. The accommodation accepts cash, debit or credit card.
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General Information

Popular Facilities
AC, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, Elevator, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 15:00 - to 12:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Areca Hotel Penang
50
Number of floors in Areca Hotel Penang
2
Another facilities in Areca Hotel Penang
Breakfast restaurant, Dinner restaurant, Lunch restaurant, Room service, Safety deposit box

Frequently asked question in Areca Hotel Penang

Is Areca Hotel Penang parking free for hotel guests, and do you offer valet parking services?
Parking at Areca Hotel Penang is complimentary for our guests. We don't currently offer valet parking services, however, ample hotel parking is available. Please enquire at reception upon arrival for further assistance with parking.
Does Areca Hotel Penang offer hotel smoking rooms or designated smoking areas for guests?
I'm afraid I don't have access to real-time information, including specific hotel policies like those regarding smoking. To find out whether Areca Hotel Penang offers hotel smoking rooms or designated smoking areas, I recommend checking their official website or contacting them directly via phone or email. Their contact details should be readily available online.
Does Areca Hotel Penang offer free hotel Wi-Fi for guests during their stay?
Yes, Areca Hotel Penang provides complimentary hotel WiFi to all guests throughout their stay. You should be able to connect easily upon arrival; however, if you experience any issues connecting to the hotel wifi, don't hesitate to contact reception for assistance.
Where is the nearest MRT station or bus stops nearby Areca Hotel Penang? What are the top visitor attractions near the hotel?
The nearest bus stops are a short walk from Areca Hotel Penang, offering easy access to explore. For MRT, the closest station requires a slightly longer journey, but details can be found on local transport apps. Nearby visitor attractions include the vibrant Georgetown streets, offering historical architecture and delicious street food, and the Penang Hill funicular railway for stunning views.
Is Areca Hotel Penang a pet friendly hotel?
I'm afraid I don't have access to real-time information, including specific hotel policies. To find out if Areca Hotel Penang is pet-friendly, I recommend checking their official website or contacting them directly. Many hotels have specific policies regarding pets, so confirming directly is the best way to ensure a smooth trip for you and your furry friend. Look for information on their website about their pet-friendly hotel options or animal-friendly hotels policies.
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Overall Ratings & Reviews Areca Hotel Penang

Traveloka (45)
Other sources (335)
9.4
Exceptional
From 335 reviews
Cleanliness

9.2

Room Comfort

9.2

Service and Facilites

9.4

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Siya
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Stayed two nights with family. Walkable distance to food and shopping. The Indian breakfast stand at the corner of the street was very affordable and good. Hotel provided some snacks in the afternoon.
Alan
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Good location for the old town. Very friendly staff, comfy bed and cost friendly. Would stay again.
Chong Kwee, Sherry
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

2nd time staying and very very pleased with everything 👍👍👍
Chiow Min
8.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Pros: Centrally located in the city. Walking distant ( literally across the street) to many famous food stalls. Polite and helpful staff. Fairly painless check in and quick checkout. Free wi fi. Free afternoon tea between 3 and 5pm daily. Steps away from the city free bus stop. You can take this bus to visit most of the attraction in downtown. Cons: Because of its location, it can be noisy 24/7 ( they are aware of this and they are ready to provide earplugs upon request). One side of the hotel faces a banquet hall. So it can be very noisy during weekends. No ventilation fan in the washroom. Toilet paper is a bit thin. Not comfortable to use. The bed mattress was sagging in many places. We live in two different rooms and they're both like that. The lighting in the room was dim. I was having difficult time looking clearly at myself when shaving.
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Roshni
8.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Really great location in Georgetown,characterful heritage room, really spacious with wardrobe, iron, and two bottles of mineral water provided daily,and fridge.Excellent AC AND ceiling fan, a nice sitting area for guests and helpful,friendly staff-special mention to Nasrin for welcoming me and help throughout stay. Only downside is a little bit of street noise, but I'd definitely stay here again.
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Manh Tuan
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent service, friendly, room very clean, location is convenient, walking distance, dining choice . High recommended
Diane
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Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

We are 2 senior adults from Australia who recently stayed 4 nights at Areca Hotel, Penang. The location was very central and easy to find. The rooms were spacious and clean. The shower was hot and plenty of water. Staff were friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend a stay here.
Chiow Min
10.0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

All staff was helpful. Location was central. Room was decently clean and size is generous for their smallest room. Walking distance to many popular food stalls. We didnt request for room cleaning during our stay (ie. More than 1 week) , but when we asked for toilet paper, towel, bottled drinking water, coffee, etc, the staff was quick to provide. However, they dont have any shaver. Make sure you bring some yourselves. The hotel doesn't have a laundry facility, but you can walk to a 24-hour, self service laundry shop about 10 minutes away. Due to its central location in the city, near a main junction and a banquet hall, it can be very noisy, especially on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. The hotel does acknowledges this and provide free ear plugs upon requested. Our room was on the 2nd floor and away from the banquet hall (but you can still hear the traffic if you have the window opened), so we didnt have any trouble sleeping. They provide free afternoon tea.
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Latoya
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful clean hotel - lovely design and furniture throughout. Very large rooms, ok breakfast. Liked that bottled water was provided and water plentiful around the hotel. Afternoon tea was a nice treat in the afternoons. Great location - easy to walk everywhere. Only complaints would be the room always smelt musky - like it needed fresh air. And the hotel is next to an event space so it can be loud in the evenings from the event music and from event staff packing up after the event. During our stay there were 2 events on. Overall, I would recommend.
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Bridget
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Beautiful hotel with great helpful staff. Room was clean and lovely. Got afternoon tea, Barnstaple coffee and some laundry for free because of long stay. Close to everything but not in most touristy areas so close to local and tourist areas, markets, restaurants, shopping malls, etc.
****
8.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Overall excellent location. Except for hiccup with air con leakage which was fixed.
Chiow Min
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The location of this hotel is very central to many, many local popular food stalls. They're walking distant away. This saved us a lot of stress. Even though there's no laundry facility in this hotel, there's a laundry shop nearby. It's within 10 minutes walking distance. So you can visit the city with a small luggage. Checkin was fast and the stuff was helpful. We were offered welcome drinks while waiting. It is located in the heart of the city, and the fact that they want to maintain the heritage theme of the hotel, sound proofing may not something they can control. To workaround this, they provide free earplugs upon requests. I dont think they have ventilation fan in the bathroom. We cracked the bathroom window open, turned on the ceiling and AC to create an airflow, which ventilated the bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is provided. Signal was strong and steady. The lighting in the rooms was a little bit dim. It feels romantic and cozy. This is to keep in line with the heritage theme of the hotel, i was told by the front desk. However, this can be a little bit challenging when you shave or put on your makeup. There's no gym in the hotel, so make sure you walk a lot to burn off the calories of your food intake. There's a restaurant in the hotel. If your room is close to it, it can be somewhat noisy from the clanking of dining wares and utensils (from 6am). All and all, I think it's a pretty good 4-star hotel.
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Yaling
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Business with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Very beautiful, traditional, clean hotel. You can really enjoy the local culture here.
Taressa
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Leisure with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 28 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff were very kind and knowledgeable. The room was tidy. There is ambient noise from the fans in the common area and the hall that was a bit disruptive. Also, Netflix was difficult to use on the TV. Overall, pretty central location and good value.
Teresa
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Lovey decor. Complimentary afternoon tea a nice touch. Steet food stall literally round corner. Very accessible for other locations to visit.
Thy
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good staff, good service, nice and quiet hotel A lot of food around hotel. Super market cross street behind hotel. Highly recommend stay this hotel
Teresa
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Really lovely hotel.
Keong
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent area! Convenient to everything. Responsive staff.
Mary
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 33 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Friendly, helpful staff. Beautiful common area. Good choices and very generous breakfast. Afternoon tea was a nice bonus.
Jaan
8.0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The location of the hotel and the room were very nice. Breakfast was not good.
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Overall Ratings & Reviews Areca Hotel Penang

Traveloka (45)
Other sources (335)
9.4
Exceptional
From 335 reviews
Cleanliness

9.2

Room Comfort

9.2

Service and Facilites

9.4

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Siya
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Stayed two nights with family. Walkable distance to food and shopping. The Indian breakfast stand at the corner of the street was very affordable and good. Hotel provided some snacks in the afternoon.
Alan
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Good location for the old town. Very friendly staff, comfy bed and cost friendly. Would stay again.
Chong Kwee, Sherry
icon-Leisure with Partner
Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

2nd time staying and very very pleased with everything 👍👍👍
Chiow Min
8.0
/10
Reviewed 22 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Pros: Centrally located in the city. Walking distant ( literally across the street) to many famous food stalls. Polite and helpful staff. Fairly painless check in and quick checkout. Free wi fi. Free afternoon tea between 3 and 5pm daily. Steps away from the city free bus stop. You can take this bus to visit most of the attraction in downtown. Cons: Because of its location, it can be noisy 24/7 ( they are aware of this and they are ready to provide earplugs upon request). One side of the hotel faces a banquet hall. So it can be very noisy during weekends. No ventilation fan in the washroom. Toilet paper is a bit thin. Not comfortable to use. The bed mattress was sagging in many places. We live in two different rooms and they're both like that. The lighting in the room was dim. I was having difficult time looking clearly at myself when shaving.
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Roshni
8.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Really great location in Georgetown,characterful heritage room, really spacious with wardrobe, iron, and two bottles of mineral water provided daily,and fridge.Excellent AC AND ceiling fan, a nice sitting area for guests and helpful,friendly staff-special mention to Nasrin for welcoming me and help throughout stay. Only downside is a little bit of street noise, but I'd definitely stay here again.
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Manh Tuan
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent service, friendly, room very clean, location is convenient, walking distance, dining choice . High recommended
Diane
icon-Leisure with Friends
Leisure with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

We are 2 senior adults from Australia who recently stayed 4 nights at Areca Hotel, Penang. The location was very central and easy to find. The rooms were spacious and clean. The shower was hot and plenty of water. Staff were friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend a stay here.
Chiow Min
10.0
/10
Reviewed 24 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

All staff was helpful. Location was central. Room was decently clean and size is generous for their smallest room. Walking distance to many popular food stalls. We didnt request for room cleaning during our stay (ie. More than 1 week) , but when we asked for toilet paper, towel, bottled drinking water, coffee, etc, the staff was quick to provide. However, they dont have any shaver. Make sure you bring some yourselves. The hotel doesn't have a laundry facility, but you can walk to a 24-hour, self service laundry shop about 10 minutes away. Due to its central location in the city, near a main junction and a banquet hall, it can be very noisy, especially on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. The hotel does acknowledges this and provide free ear plugs upon requested. Our room was on the 2nd floor and away from the banquet hall (but you can still hear the traffic if you have the window opened), so we didnt have any trouble sleeping. They provide free afternoon tea.
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Latoya
icon-Leisure Family
Leisure Family
8.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

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Beautiful clean hotel - lovely design and furniture throughout. Very large rooms, ok breakfast. Liked that bottled water was provided and water plentiful around the hotel. Afternoon tea was a nice treat in the afternoons. Great location - easy to walk everywhere. Only complaints would be the room always smelt musky - like it needed fresh air. And the hotel is next to an event space so it can be loud in the evenings from the event music and from event staff packing up after the event. During our stay there were 2 events on. Overall, I would recommend.
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Bridget
10.0
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Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

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Beautiful hotel with great helpful staff. Room was clean and lovely. Got afternoon tea, Barnstaple coffee and some laundry for free because of long stay. Close to everything but not in most touristy areas so close to local and tourist areas, markets, restaurants, shopping malls, etc.
****
8.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

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Overall excellent location. Except for hiccup with air con leakage which was fixed.
Chiow Min
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

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The location of this hotel is very central to many, many local popular food stalls. They're walking distant away. This saved us a lot of stress. Even though there's no laundry facility in this hotel, there's a laundry shop nearby. It's within 10 minutes walking distance. So you can visit the city with a small luggage. Checkin was fast and the stuff was helpful. We were offered welcome drinks while waiting. It is located in the heart of the city, and the fact that they want to maintain the heritage theme of the hotel, sound proofing may not something they can control. To workaround this, they provide free earplugs upon requests. I dont think they have ventilation fan in the bathroom. We cracked the bathroom window open, turned on the ceiling and AC to create an airflow, which ventilated the bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is provided. Signal was strong and steady. The lighting in the rooms was a little bit dim. It feels romantic and cozy. This is to keep in line with the heritage theme of the hotel, i was told by the front desk. However, this can be a little bit challenging when you shave or put on your makeup. There's no gym in the hotel, so make sure you walk a lot to burn off the calories of your food intake. There's a restaurant in the hotel. If your room is close to it, it can be somewhat noisy from the clanking of dining wares and utensils (from 6am). All and all, I think it's a pretty good 4-star hotel.
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Yaling
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Business with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

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Very beautiful, traditional, clean hotel. You can really enjoy the local culture here.
Taressa
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Leisure with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 28 week(s) ago

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The staff were very kind and knowledgeable. The room was tidy. There is ambient noise from the fans in the common area and the hall that was a bit disruptive. Also, Netflix was difficult to use on the TV. Overall, pretty central location and good value.
Teresa
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Leisure Family
10.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

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Lovey decor. Complimentary afternoon tea a nice touch. Steet food stall literally round corner. Very accessible for other locations to visit.
Thy
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago

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Good staff, good service, nice and quiet hotel A lot of food around hotel. Super market cross street behind hotel. Highly recommend stay this hotel
Teresa
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Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago

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Really lovely hotel.
Keong
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 31 week(s) ago

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Excellent area! Convenient to everything. Responsive staff.
Mary
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Leisure with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 33 week(s) ago

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Friendly, helpful staff. Beautiful common area. Good choices and very generous breakfast. Afternoon tea was a nice bonus.
Jaan
8.0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago

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The location of the hotel and the room were very nice. Breakfast was not good.
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