Museum Hotel
  • ★★★
  • Hotel
  • George Town
  • 8.4/10

Museum Hotel

Set in a restored historical building, Museum Hotel offers traditionally-decorated accommodations in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site George Town. It features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. It is 290 metres to the Penang Heritage Gallery and 550 metres to Penang Malay Gallery. Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion is 800 metres away. The culturally-vibrant Little India and Clan Jetties are within 2.4 km from Museum Hotel, while Fort Cornwallis and Wonderfood Museum are 3.1 km from the property. Penang International Airport is 17.8 km away. Decorated with colonial-era furnishings, air-conditioned rooms at Museum Hotel are fitted with ironing facilities, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Free toiletries and a hairdryer are included in the attached bathroom. Featuring a spacious reading corner with an array of books and reading materials, the hotel also offers a 24-hour front desk to assist with luggage storage and laundry services. Guests can explore the surrounding area for a variety of shopping and dining options.

  • Situated in the best rated area in George Town, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.9
  • Breakfast info: Continental, American
  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Kids

Children of any age are welcome.

Dogs

Pets are not allowed.

Address

No. 74 Jalan A.S.Mansor, 10050 George Town, Malaysia, George Town, Malaysia

Facilities

Pool - outdoor (kids) Free WiFi Free parking Family rooms Airport shuttle Non-smoking rooms Restaurant Tea/coffee maker in all rooms Bar Good breakfast

Gallery

a hotel room with three beds and orange walls at Museum Hotel in George Town
a grandfather clock in a room with a plant at Museum Hotel in George Town
a sign on a wall with two plants in vases at Museum Hotel in George Town
a bathroom with a toilet and a glass shower at Museum Hotel in George Town
a table with two blue and white cups and a tea pot at Museum Hotel in George Town
a phone sitting on top of a wooden table at Museum Hotel in George Town
a bedroom with two beds and a window at Museum Hotel in George Town
a bathroom with a sink and a bath tub and a mirror at Museum Hotel in George Town
a large living room with chairs and a bed at Museum Hotel in George Town

Reviews

Hilary 10/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Stunning period property in the heart of Georgetown.

Pros: It was everything described in Booking.com and more besides! its a very impressive period property, beautifully maintained. There is much more to it than the description suggests.

Cons: I enjoyed everything. Perhaps ensure that some guests don't expect a swimming pool, its only for paddling.

Kirsten 9/10
France 🇫🇷

Lovely colonial hotel well located for exploring Penang

Pros: A nice colonial hotel with beautiful decor. The room was very comfortable with everything we needed and the staff were very friendly.

Cons: I would’ve liked to have more choice for breakfast. I am a fruit lover and would’ve liked to have an option for a large plate of fruit. The selection on offer was quite limited and a bit stodgy

Maya 9/10
Malaysia 🇲🇾

Vintage kind of stay!

Pros: Good location, near to eateries and restaurants. And the room is very comfortable with a vintage taste to it. Pleasant ambience. Parking is available too.

Cons: All good.

Taylor 8/10
Vietnam 🇻🇳

A lovely historical hotel in the middle of Georgetown.

Pros: I loved the feel of the hotel, the decor was lovely and cultural/historical. Staff were very friendly and the size of the room (quadruple) was great for us as a family of four. The restaurant attached to the hotel was also very nice and we ate there for breakfast and dinner. Good food and reasonably priced. Staff were also very friendly. The location, in Georgetown, meant the main tourist attractions were walkable so we enjoyed lots of wandering around the old streets and historical neighbourhoods.

Cons: The furniture in our sitting area was very old and the cushions were almost non existent. They were not very comfortable.

Elaine 8/10
Spain 🇪🇸

Great basic hotel full of historic charm

Pros: Full of character and charm, just like photos. Bedroom has all you need, kettle, tea, coffee, mini fridge and bottled water. Bed very firm and comfortable. Bathroom very clean and good water pressure in shower. Good air conditioning and fan.

Cons: On-site cafe is very basic, staff need a little training, they are very friendly and willing but don't anticipate guests' needs. Bottled beer not adequately chilled, no staff in the bar when we went. Breakfast is ok but food options during the day try to please a Western palate. Stick to local foods that are authentic, well-made and in keeping with the character of the hotel. Swimming pool is NOT for Swimming. It is a water feature that you could maybe dip your feet in. Very disappointing.

Simon 10/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Pros: The colonial building, coolness and style with real wooden floors. Staff were very helpful. Good sized room with comfortable bed.

Frenny 10/10
Canada 🇨🇦

Pros: Very clean rooms, attentive staff and accommodating our needs.

Cons: All rooms are two-storied. Bedrooms on the upper floor, while bathrooms and living area on the lower windows. Might be inconvenient to people with mobility issues

Alan 10/10
United Kingdom 🇬🇧

Outstanding

Pros: Traditional hotel. Outstanding accommodation. Very large room with a large bathroom all fitted out with antique furnishings.

Jeff 9/10
Malaysia 🇲🇾

Comfy hotel in a heritage shophouse building dating back to colonial times under British rule.

Pros: Breakfast was awesome just like my previous visit. This time, my girlfriend ordered pancakes and I had the Smoked Salmon Bagel, which was just delicious!

Yelena 8/10
Cambodia 🇰🇭

Charming hotel with nice decor

Pros: The hotel is beautiful and indeed looks like a museum. We booked a suite, and it was spacious and charming; we loved the decor. Very good central location and there is quick and easy access to the highway to the airport. Staff are caring, attentive, and very friendly and professional.

Cons: very slow internet

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