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Royale Chulan Penang

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near KOMTAR

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Royal Suite | Living room | LCD TV
A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair and ottoman, a small table, and a view of the city and water through large windows.
A balcony with two lounge chairs and a small table, overlooking a port with cruise ships and a cityscape.
Lobby lounge
A swimming pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by multi-story hotel balconies.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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No 1 & 2 Pengkalan Weld, George Town, Penang, 10300
  • Place, Pinang Peranakan Mansion
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Padang Kota Lama
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Penang City Hall
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

Superior Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand with a telephone, and a mirror.

Deluxe Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Triple

Junior Triple | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Triple

  • City view
  • 560 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Studio Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted picture.

Studio Room

  • Partial sea view
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Suite

A hotel room with a white sofa, a small white side table with a vase of flowers, and a mirror above a wooden vanity.

Family Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 721 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

Executive Suite

  • Harbor view
  • 721 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Suite

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair and ottoman, a small table with fruit, and a television on the wall.

Deluxe Suite

  • 732 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a framed picture on the wall, and a lamp on each bedside table.

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT KING BED ONE BEDROOM

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE SUPERIOR WITH DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for DOUBLE DELUXE

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

DOUBLE DELUXE

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

George Town

City center stay.You'll be steps from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal and within a 10-minute walk of Pinang Peranakan Mansion with a stay at this Downtown George Town hotel. Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal and Queen Victoria Clock Tower are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Pinang Peranakan Mansion - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Fort Cornwallis - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Padang Kota Lama - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Penang City Hall - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 30 min drive
  • Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Glasshouse - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Norm Micro Roastery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lucky Hole - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪ZUS Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sora Penang - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Royale Chulan Penang

4-star hotel near KOMTAR
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and 7 meeting rooms are available. The business-friendly Royale Chulan Penang also features a fitness center, concierge services, and room service (during limited hours). Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star George Town hotel is smoke free.

  • 179 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Royale Chulan Penang offers 179 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.

This George Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (MYR 5 per stay)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: MYR 67.20 for adults and MYR 56 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Royale Chulan Penang

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 130.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: MYR 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 3.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately MYR 67.20 for adults and MYR 56 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: MYR 5 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 130.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Royale Bintang Penang Hotel
Royale Bintang Penang
The Royale Bintang Penang George Town
Royale Chulan Penang Hotel
The Royale Bintang Penang
Royale Chulan Penang Hotel George Town
Royale Chulan Penang George Town
Royale Chulan Penang Hotel
Royale Chulan Penang George Town
Royale Chulan Penang Hotel George Town

Frequently asked questions

How close is Royale Chulan Penang to the airport?

Royale Chulan Penang is 11.2 mi (16-min drive) away from the Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Royale Chulan Penang?

As of Jul 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royale Chulan Penang on Aug 11, 2026 start from $111, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Royale Chulan Penang have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Royale Chulan Penang.

How close is Royale Chulan Penang to the beach?

This hotel is 10.8 mi (35-min drive) from Ferringgi Beach and 8.4 mi (27-min drive) from Batu Ferringhi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Royale Chulan Penang offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Royale Chulan Penang, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of MYR 67.20 for adults and MYR 56 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Royale Chulan Penang?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Royale Chulan Penang?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Royale Chulan Penang?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for MYR 5 per stay.

Does Royale Chulan Penang have a pool?

Royale Chulan Penang does not have a pool.

Does Royale Chulan Penang have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Royale Chulan Penang have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Royale Chulan Penang to downtown George Town?

Royale Chulan Penang is 0.3 mi away from Little India.

Royale Chulan Penang Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 453 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 424 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, good location, helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Isaac Lorca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and very friendly and welcoming staff
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, comfortable and quiet room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, room was comfortable but possibly a little cold. Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very busy hotel, big Chinese holiday. Breakfast was great, buffet but freshly made. Good location in UNESCO area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with excellent service and staff. Great location easy walk to everything. Good breakfast with lots of different choices. Pool was clean. Decoration was very festive and seemed good with families
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Sara

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location but old building and needs upgrade. Room service not great, I would rate it 3.5
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

HONGBING

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and the room is very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room fine well provided but hairdryer very weak. Swimming pool area requires upgrading as it is tired and decking breaking up and wood very hot to walk on. No staff for drinks etc
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, cosy room, great staff service and nice buffet breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Wai Hong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room is big, services are good.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susannah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Attentive staff. Top class venue. Best location.
Hotel
Very happy residents in the hotel lounge. What a fun hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service from all staff, room was perfect for us, buffet breakfast was amazing, would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Augusto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is a special historical landmark. It also has a terrific, hardworking, and amiable staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Upon arrival I saw the scaffolding and workmen painting the exterior and thought oh no not again. Quite the opposite it was wonderful and ideally located
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

philippa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent choice for Georgetown

Lovely hotel in a great position in Georgetown. Easy walk to all the cute streets and restaurant. It has a lovely breakfast with a good selection of many different foot styles. The staff are friendly and always helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel comfortable and friendly. Easily walkable to all George Town has to offer.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

D M

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quality Hotel with friendly staff. Comfortable bed spacious room. Breakfast buffet had a wide variety of choices and very good food. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice old building with nice features. Facilities were limited by the nature of the building and some of them were out of order. Great location to access old Georgetown
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All good.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great hotel in the heart of old Georgetown near the waterfront. Great facilities, good value and most importantly very helpful and friendly staff. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff at Royale Chulan was very hospitable and made our stay very pleasant!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Anthea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Second stay here. Came back for the location and breakfast. Staff are lovely. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely love this hotel. There's a lot of history to it. The rooms are really nice, the staff is great, the breakfast is fantastic. Walking distance from the ferry terminal is nice too. I will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Pretty

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room quality - very bad. Aircon wasn’t working properly. Very old property Staff - very rude and unable to cater to good service levels Not kid friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026