33 New Lane (Off Macalister, (Off Macalister Road), George Town, Malaysia | (937) 315-4602
Right by New Lane Hawker Centre and Penang Times Square
Contemporary rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, electric kettles, and free bottled water
Suites have separate living rooms and bathrooms with rainfall showers and separate whirlpool tubs
Cafe serves three meals a day, including buffet breakfast
Outdoor pool and hot tub
On-site fitness center with cardio machines and weights
Club Lounge offers free breakfast, evening drinks, and snacks throughout the day
Meeting rooms and business center
Free Wi-Fi throughout and on-site parking
Small bathrooms and some awkward layouts
Pool is smallish
Breakfast incurs an additional fee (except for Club-level rooms and suites)
Bland decor throughout
The Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang is a three-and-a-half-pearl contemporary hotel aimed at business travelers, though it's a great choice for leisure travelers too, especially those keen on checking out the city's street food scene. The popular New Lane Hawker Centre and Penang Times Square are right by the property. Features include meeting rooms, a business center, all-day cafe, a small outdoor pool and hot tub, and a fitness center. The 250 sleek, contemporary guest rooms have flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, electric kettles, and free Wi-Fi, while suites add living rooms and both whirlpool tubs and separate showers. There's an exclusive lounge for Club-level rooms and suites with free breakfast, snacks throughout the day, and evening drinks. For beach views and multiple dining options, check out the G Hotel Gurney, but it can get crowded.