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Week in Penang

An April 2005 trip to Penang by llhuynh

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Quote: A week of relaxation and sun. Great accommodation, nice people, and excellent food.
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Week in Penang Best of IgoUgo

Overview

Wharf Photo - Penang, Malaysia
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Penang itself is a smallish island. We spent about 6 nights in Batu Ferringhi and 4 nights in Georgetown. Both places are completely different but great in their own right. Batu Ferringhi is a place to relax and to enjoy the sights, whereas Georgetown is more hustle and bustle compared to the beach town.Penang Hill was a highlight, and so was visiting the massive Buddha nearby. The hill provides a great view of the island; on a clear day, you will be able to see quite a fair bit. It's best to try to avoid peak times. We went in the afternoon. It was quite pleasant, as there weren't many people. It tends to be a bit cooler on the hill.A day trip to Langkawi island is a must. But be prep...Read More

Parkroyal Penang Resort Best of IgoUgo

Hotel | "Grand Plaza Park Royal Resort & Hotel"

Bed  Photo - Parkroyal Penang Resort, Penang, Malaysia
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This hotel has changed names. It was formally known as Park Royal Hotel.

Great resort/hotel. Great pool. Friendly staff. Enjoyed our week-long stay here. There are several towns close by and also local attractions. Food is great. The hotel food isn't half-bad either.

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on July 6, 2005

Parkroyal Penang Resort
Batu Ferringhi Beach
Penang, Malaysia 11100
00 800 2255 77 95

Hotel Royal Penang Best of IgoUgo

Hotel | "Sheraton Penang Hotel"

Sheraton Penang Hotel - Room Photo - Hotel Royal Penang, Penang, Malaysia
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Our room at the Sheraton was great—clean and very spacious. It was walking distance to the main town centre. On a hot day, the walk felt long and quite unpleasant due to the heat and the humidity. There are plenty of shops on the way with many eateries. There is even a supermarket around the corner to purchase the everyday things.

Breakfast was provided daily as well as the paper. The breakfast was a buffet and that was quite standard.

The only thing that I didn't like was their hallways smelt a bit funny. They could deodorize their hallways a bit more to make it less smelly. You couldn't smell it from your room which was great.

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on June 19, 2006

Hotel Royal Penang
3 Jalan Larut
Penang, Malaysia 10050
+60 (4) 226-7888