Tropicana 218 Macalister

Property class: 3

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A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed with white linens, a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a small table with a vase.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a view of the city and sea.
A modern living room with a sofa, TV stand, and a view of the city.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and large windows offering a city view.
A dining table with two chairs, a vase with flowers, and a view of a cityscape through a window.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$77
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

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218, Jalan Macalister, George Town, Penang, 10400
  • Place, KOMTAR
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Gurney Drive
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Studio, Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite

  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Studio Suite

  • Sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Studio Suite

  • Sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury 3 Bedroom Suite

  • City view
  • 93 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Single Futons

Luxury 2 Bedroom Suite

  • Sea view
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Futons and 1 Queen Bed

Luxury 2 Bedroom Suite

  • City view
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

Luxury 3 Bedroom Suite

  • Sea view
  • 93 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Single Futons

Luxury 3 Bedroom Suite

  • Sea view
  • 93 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Single Futons

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

Comfort Studio Suite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio Suite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio Suite

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 93 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Futon, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

Exclusive Suite, 3 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 93 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds and 2 Single Futons

Classic Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

Romantic Studio Suite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Futon

City Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Beds

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 93 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 2 Single Futons and 2 Single Beds

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 93 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 Queen Beds, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Futon

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 56 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

Signature Studio, City View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

Signature Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

Signature Studio, City View

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Comfort Studio Suite, City View

  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Futons and 1 Queen Bed

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Exclusive Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Grand Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

Classic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Futons

Superior Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

Family Studio, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Studio Suite, City View

  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Classic Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Exclusive Studio Suite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Studio Suite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

City Studio, City View

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Studio, City View

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Comfort Studio, 1 King Bed

  • Sea view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Romantic Studio Suite, City View

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Studio, City View

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Studio Suite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Comfort Studio, City View

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Studio Suite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 93 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Queen Beds

Classic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Futons

Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 74 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

Deluxe Studio, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

George Town

Tropicana 218 Macalister places you in the centre of George Town, within just a 5-minute stroll of Loh guan Lye Specialist Centre and within 15 minutes of KOMTAR. Highlights at this hotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has express check-out. Additionally, you'll find a corner/local shop, a lift and a vending machine. .Near this 3-property class Downtown George Town hotel, you'll find Gurney Drive.

What's nearby

  • KOMTAR - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wawasan Open University Main Campus - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • 1st Avenue Mall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Gurney Drive - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 31 min drive
  • Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Penang Kitchen, Courtyard by Marriot - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪四夕豆花 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Old Winston Coffee Garden (点心之家) - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Xiang Peng Peng (Salted Chicken) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Stairs The World - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Tropicana 218 Macalister

Tropicana 218 Macalister offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. Tropicana 218 Macalister also features a vending machine, a corner/local shop, and express check-out.

This 3-star George Town hotel is smoke free.

  • 299 guestrooms or units
  • 34 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2018
  • Express check-out
  • Corner/local shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Tropicana 218 Macalister offers 299 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 40-inch LED televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and bidets. This George Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Vending machine

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 34 floors
  • Built in 2018
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Tropicana 218 Macalister

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A damage deposit of MYR 200 will be collected before check-in.
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A 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. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • 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 Tropicana 218 Macalister?

Tropicana 218 Macalister offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Tropicana 218 Macalister?

As of 28 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropicana 218 Macalister on 30 Sept 2026 start from AU$77, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Tropicana 218 Macalister?

The closest beach to Tropicana 218 Macalister is Tanjung Bungah Beach (6.8 km).

Does Tropicana 218 Macalister have a pool?

Tropicana 218 Macalister has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tropicana 218 Macalister?

No, Tropicana 218 Macalister does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Tropicana 218 Macalister?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Tropicana 218 Macalister?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Tropicana 218 Macalister Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 101 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Its OK for family atay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean Bath room clean Kitchen clean Kitchen ware provided View spectacular
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is located at a very strategic location where it's near to everywhere I wanted to go. The property is comfortable and the view is very nice. Definitely worth the price
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location short grab ride to everything Great amenities 7eleven and bakery down stairs Kids loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Yes, unit is decent size, not a lot of amenities for a homestay studio.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Now this is better. Everything is new. Bathroom are very clean, beds are firm and comfortable. The downside just the tv bit old, where the cursor is slow. But overall it’s a very nice stay and way better compared to the previous room I stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Comfortable stay in George Town

Comfortable and great room size
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, comfortable and convenient. Even though everything communicates through WhatsApp but the staff reply promptly to the text. The ONLY negative thing is the greying bath towels and floor mats
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room could have more amenities or service. Very simple room with bath towel and that’s it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again next time
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Overall the entire experience was OK, had some trouble contacting the establishment, since apparently I gave them my "wrong name" that was registered despite also providing them the apartment unit image + booking ref... that gave an overall bad start to the entire experience. Location of the apartment was pretty central, in the middle. Swimming pool + gym was also very decent. Apartment itself not too bad, but there were ants everywhere, so you literally cannot bring food back or have anything exposed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is alright. The problem I had was the bathroom was super smelly. Seems the ventilation was bad. The bed is not firm anymore, and it’s very wigly which makes me cannot sleep properly. Overall is an alright, but just the bathroom and the bed that I stayed was not great at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

The unit was spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed on the 26th floor and the view is great. Checking in/out was a breeze. Only nuisance was some bar/club playing ultra loud music, you can hear/feel the bass even on such a high floor
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good Stay

The environment is good nearby, good location in city area. Comfortable, good sleep. The room is clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall was a good stay... Unfortunately we couldn't extend our stay since it was fully booked. Love the ambiences.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice apartment with partial seaview.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You need more towels, more toilet paper, tissues and towels for the kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is actually more of an air bnb style accommodation so you need to collect a key from a mailbox, the host is very attentive and sent through very clear instructions on how to access. Had an issue with the air conditioning but was rectified very quickly with no waiting issues at all. Would recommend to stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Too much stains on the walls everywhere.

Too much stains on the walls everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well equipped. Easy check I. Good gym
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

AiB&B Not an hotel

It is not an hotel: Air BNB. No services, no luggages storage included.not flexible with the timing/
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Apartment was clean and new, amazing view. The pool could use some cleaning, it smells like unwashed aquarium.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay! Very safe

Pros Hosts were very efficient and welcoming!! Very attentive over WhatsApp Overall adored my stay here, in a great location and Grab service available everywhere Clean room and bathroom Felt very safe as a young, female, solo traveller Cons WiFi a little slow but it was fine as I had an eSIM for data The overall building doesn’t have aircon and sometimes with slow lifts, can get a little hot No fridge
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024