Best Luxury Hotels in Penang
Known as the Pearl of the Orient, this stretch of the Malaysian Peninsula has some of the best food and beaches in the land. Its capital, George Town, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Once an important trading port, it now boasts gleaming malls and shiny skyscrapers, however, it’s also filled with multicultural heritage. Tourists are taken by trishaw for afternoon teas at historic hotels, to see British colonial buildings, Chinese temples and mosques, passing the wealth of creative street art that’s become synonymous with the city. If you’re looking for somewhere to stay in Penang, this is the place to come for the finest hotels.
Penang, George Town
Macalister Mansion
(5 stars)This century-old mansion was the first member of Design Hotels in Malaysia. Each of its eight unique suites has specially commissioned artwork, different architectural features and mod cons like minibars and Nespresso machines. Blanc, serving French – Asian fusion cuisine is considered to be one of the finest contemporary dining establishments in the city, while The Cellar, is a sophisticated haunt, specialising in whisky and cheese. Guests can stay active in the small gym, or with laps in the shimmering green pool.