JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

4.0 star property
Family-friendly George Town hotel connected to a shopping centre, steps from 1st Avenue Mall
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Coffee service
City view
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Garden
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept

Explore the area

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Magazine Road, George Town, Penang, 10300
  • 1st Avenue Mall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • KOMTAR
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Penang Times Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - single
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds (Club)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Family Room, 1 King Bed (Club)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed - single
Blackout curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Apartment, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Club)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LED TV
Sofa bed - single
Blackout curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Suite King

  • Sleeps 3

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Club Family Room

  • Sleeps 3

Club Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

Club Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

Executive Suite Twin

  • Sleeps 3

Club Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

George Town

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La puts you in the heart of George Town, connected to a shopping centre and within steps of 1st Avenue Mall and KOMTAR. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LED TVs. .The restaurant, Cafe Jen, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, 24-hour gym, sauna and kids' swimming pool. Meeting rooms, a conference centre, and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Downtown George Town hotel, you'll be steps from Prangin Mall.

What's nearby

  • 1st Avenue Mall - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • KOMTAR - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Penang Times Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Gurney Drive - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 27 min drive
  • Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Texas Chicken - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪A&W - ‬2 min walk
  • Starbucks
  • ‪Matcho Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Jen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

Family-friendly George Town hotel connected to a shopping centre, steps from 1st Avenue Mall
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La offers its guests a kids' pool, an outdoor pool, a 24-hour health club, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A business centre, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the family-friendly JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this George Town hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 443 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1986
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La offers 443 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature down duvets. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This George Town hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Hindi, Japanese, Malay

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (MYR 72 per day)
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: MYR 70 for adults and MYR 35 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe Jen
  • Lobby Lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour health club
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free cot
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 16 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 17 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1986
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests who book breakfast-inclusive rate plans will receive breakfast for guests age 12 and older.
Guests must walk up 16 steps from the hotel's parking lot in the basement to the lobby. Guests may choose to drop off their luggage at the hotel’s main entrance prior to parking their vehicle. Hotel parking spots are subject to availability. If the hotel parking facility is fully occupied, alternative parking options are available for hourly rates opposite the hotel or at 1st Avenue Mall. Guests who park offsite will be reimbursed for their parking charges at the hotel's front desk upon check-out.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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 continental breakfast: from approximately MYR 70 for adults and from MYR 35 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: MYR 96 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: MYR 72 per day

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, debit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International and cash.

We should mention

  • One child aged 5 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.
  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La?

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La?

As of 26 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La on 18 Sept 2025 start from AU$141.26, 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.

Is parking available at JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La?

Yep, JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La?

The closest beach to JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La is Batu Ferringhi Beach (9.1 km).

Does JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La have a pool?

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What luxury perks are available at JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La?

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La features a 24-hour health club, an outdoor pool and a steam room.

Is JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and children's meals, as well as childcare services and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La is a hit with families.

Does JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La serve breakfast?

You bet, continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 535 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Swee Gek Angelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

yen pheng

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

Excellence service and good location

Here are commendable points by the staff 1) Breakfast at lobby café The staff at the café clear the dish promptly. One of the staff noticed that my friend's napkin has dropped, the staff replaced with new napkin. Good service. 3) Housekeeping service Upon checking into the room, we found that the usb port is unable to charge in both bedside. Informed that staff at the reception counter, they get the hosukeeping staff to check. When we came back to the room, we found that the usb port has been rectified, Good service 3) At check out counter At check out , the staff took an extra effort to print out to show that the credit card transaction was cancelled. Good service,. In addition, while queuing to check out, there were some people that tried to jump queue by standing behind the counter instead of standing at the queue pole. The staff redirected these people to stand at the queue pole which is fair for the rest of people queuing behind. Bravo effort This the second time staying in this hotel after 3 year. the service standard is high . The hotel location is central location with malls. Highly recommend to friends
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

KoK Teen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nil
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Scott, Kirkcaldy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly pleasant hotel. As ever, very warm, friendly and helpful staff with a professional approach to their work. Great location in the centre of George Town - try 99 McNair for hawker food - 2 minutes round the corner from the hotel. Room was pleasant, clean and modern. Breakfast was very good. Lobby bar was nice with good cocktails and great live music at the weekend. The club lounge is good - the selection of drinks is small but OK - international and local beer, wine and free pour brand spirits. The food is more than sufficient for an evening supper if you can't be bothered going out (or if like me you are greedy) but it would be better still if it was more authentic malay food. We would stay here again. :-)
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tjin Ong

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location

Accommodated my request for early check in which took less than 2 min..
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kan

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay, special thanks to the house keepers always tidy my bed . Guest service is excellent , location is good and close to mall and eatery .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

KAH NAI

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

KAH NAI

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upgraded us. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

HEI MAN

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is extremely convenient, walkable distance to George Town tourist trails and night market. Surrounded by a few shopping malls, and bus station is just downstairs. However, quite a lot homeless around after 9pm at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vidya

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mo Kuen Monita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Jen is under Shangrila group and all things are up to standard. Yet, cleanliness / housekeeping will need to be improved as some tiny hairs can be found in the bath tub. Staff are ok polite but not too welcoming to guests. There is a tricky thing to use the TV remote control, and we have waited for a long time at first for someone to clarify the use. We suggest the management to put a note inside the room for guest easy reference. In fact, we enjoyed staying in Shangrila hotels in the past, but our recent stay would suggest improvement in overall management.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas, Laguna Niguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good hotel. Pool and exercise room ok but not great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ming Pei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, still convenient although no longer directly linked to the mall. You need to cross a slightly busy junction to get to first avenue mall. Near all the yummy food location, easily walkable - all within 5-10 minutes walk. Live band at the bar every Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Will stay again next time
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

jason

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Chang

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fraser

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

Great Stay

Hotel staff were great especially the concierge and restaurant staff. Helpful and very knowledgeable. Staff spoke English very well my Malay is terrible. Room large and well appointed. Pool nice. I would stay here again. Close to the things I needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, Dural

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a good stay at this hotel over Christmas. Room was spacious, staff service was excellent. Despite the breakfast room being very busy, the staff there always find time to chat with us and found us (party of 4) a nice table. A long walk to Armenian Street and the Esplanade. But with he heat, easier to catch a Grab as the fares are so low. Will recommend this hotel for a family holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ng Hang

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room is small compared with other hotel of the same class, and the TV reception is poor and of an older model with little TV prgrammes to choose from.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025