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4.8 out of 5

"This is a charming hotel with a lot of character. A real bonus after a day of exploring Georgetown in the heat is a dip in the swimming pool. The st ... " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 10 Dec 2018

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Hotel Description

Yeng Keng Hotel puts you in the heart of George Town, within just a 10-minute stroll of Pasar Chowrasta and Acheen Street Mosque. Highlights at this boutique hotel include in-room free WiFi, free internet, and LCD TVs.

The restaurant, Yeng Keng Cafe and Bar, is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free WiFi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. There's also the convenience of free self parking.

Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-star Downtown George Town hotel include St. George's Church and Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi.

Courtyard Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$144* Per night/room 31 Mar. - 1 Apr.

Classic Superior Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Family Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Courtyard Area

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Suite, 1 King Bed (Chulia)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Yeng Keng Hotel ratings based on 10 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.8 out of 5 5.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Yeng Keng Hotel

Everyone (9) Family (1)
5 out of 5
This is a charming hotel with a lot of character. A real bonus after a day of exploring Georgetown in the heat is a dip in the swimming pool. The staff were all so helpful and friendly. The buffet breakfast was varied and tasty. Our room was a bit small but I was able to do yoga on an artificial grassy patch overlooking the pool.

Posted by on 10 Dec. 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

12 Dec. 2018 by Yeng Keng Hotel Team

Thank you for staying with us during your visit to Penang. It was our pleasure taking care of guests like yourselves. We look forward to welcoming you again in the near future.

4 out of 5
Great location, in the heart of Georgetown, and excellent staff.

Posted by on 22 Apr. 2018

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5 out of 5

Lovely heritage hotel in the heart of the city

Pros: Location, staff and value for money
Cons: wifi internet service
Location: in the heart of the cultural centre of town
a really very nice experience - beautiful heritage hotel in the centre of the town and close to all of the best food, drink and bar places. The hotel is very clean and beautifully restored. Staff were very helpful and attentive. Would definitely love to come back

Posted by , from Bangkok on 10 Apr. 2018

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5 out of 5

Great place to be.

Right in the middle of Georgetown, plenty to see & do. Lots of great street food close by and restaurant at hotel is excellent. Staff are extremely helpful and friendly. Hotel tastefully restored plus has a swimming pool, an essential when returning from long walks. When returning to Penang, will stay here.

Posted by , from australia on 6 Mar. 2017

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4 out of 5

Small Hotel location excellent staff very helpful

Couple staying at this hotel. Staff told of heritage of building. Good position close to all attractions in Georgetown. Room on small side but very comfortable.

Posted by , from Gold Coast Aust on 4 Apr. 2016

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5 out of 5

Good hotel in Chinatown

Pros: the hotel is nice relaxing & in a good position
Cons: Nothing
Location: Great location near restaurants shops bars & attractions
The hotel is in a good spot in chulia st lots food outlets& bars near by the room is good the swimming pool is small but not many use it most days there was only 3 or 4 highly recommend this hotel the staff are very friendly

Posted by , from Victoria on 22 Feb. 2016

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5 out of 5

Friendly hotel in a great location

Location: On Chulia Street, near to markets, Little India, cafes, food stalls. It has everything on its doorstep.
We have been returning to the Yeng Keng Hotel over a number of years. It consistently delivers every time. It has a great location, great staff who are not overly obtrusive but are eager to help when requested and are cheerful and are mindful of guests' comfort. A wonderful place to chill out. We will be back next year.

Posted by , from Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia on 4 Feb. 2016

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5 out of 5

Great location can get around easily and quickly.

Pros: Pool to cool down in, calm atmosphere and staff who try to please as best they can. Hotel rooms, public areas and pool kept very clean.
Cons: Internet strength, though it was reasonably adequate for general browsing.
Location: All the world heritage sights close by and buses to further away sights go right down the street or just a short walk away.
Hotel was easy to get to. We took the local bus ( no. 80) from the airport and it stopped in the street the hotel is located in requiring only a 1 min walk, much cheaper option than taxi and not much longer either. We enjoyed the pool to refresh after a hot day out. We extended our stay by one night and they were very accomodating. We wanted to watch the World Cup rugby on our iPad and they provided a router to try and improve the internet strength. A very enjoyable stay.

Posted by , from Sydney on 26 Sep. 2015

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5 out of 5

Great location, loads of character, fantastic staf

Pros: We especially liked the beauty of the restored building, very tastefully done with a special ambience that you won't find in a modern building.
Cons: An airport transfer would be nice but taxis are cheap.
Location: In this heritage area everything is within walking distance and in two weeks we explored to our hearts content, but there's plenty left for next time.
We stayed for two weeks and it was thoroughly enjoyable. This hotel has lots of facilities that make it a very pleasant home away from home. Plenty of charming areas in the mansion to sit and read, enjoy a cold water or hot coffee always available for houseguests free of charge. The sparkling clean pool is never crowded and the cleaning staff keep all of the common areas spotless. Breakfast every morning was a delight with welcoming staff and some delicious asian treats as well as the standard fare always on offer. The cafe has great food and the surrounding streets abound with cafes, bars and restaurants. We travel a lot in asia and this place would make my top five regardless of price.

Posted by , from Canberra, Australia. on 8 Aug. 2015

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5 out of 5

GREAT

Great stay at the Yeng Keng! Everything was perfect. Great location walking distance to most attractions in Georgetown. The room and rest of the hotel was beautiful and really clean too! Would recommend!!!!! Thanks Yeng Keng!

Posted by on 9 Jul. 2015

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Property Features

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Yeng Keng Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and limo/town car service. Self parking is free. The property offers extended parking privileges. This 3.5-star George Town hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1850
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Yeng Keng Hotel offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

  • In-room dining
  • LCD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Down blanket
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Bidet
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

Yeng Keng Cafe and Bar - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Room service is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Yeng Keng Hotel

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Children stay free
  • Service animals not allowed
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • One child stays free
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Children stay free - maximum age 6
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Property follows regional sanitisation guidelines Safe & Clean (Malaysia)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Fees

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

  • Deposit: MYR 250 per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 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.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Hotel Names

  • Hotel Yeng Keng
  • Yeng Keng
  • Yeng Keng Hotel
  • Yeng Keng Hotel Penang
  • Yeng Keng Penang
  • Yeng Keng Hotel Penang/George Town
  • Yeng Keng Hotel George Town
  • Yeng Keng George Town
  • Yeng Keng Hotel Hotel
  • Yeng Keng Hotel George Town
  • Yeng Keng Hotel Hotel George Town

You should know

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.