Merchant Hotel

55, Jalan Penang, George Town, Malaysia - Culturally rich Chinatown
7.3/10 · 964 reviews

Located around 5 minutes by foot from The Top Penang, the 3-star Merchant Hotel George Town gives quick access to various city sites. Located only steps away from the disused Christian Old Protestant Cemetery, this George Town hotel boasts American cuisine served at the onsite American-style restaurant.

Location

At the hotel, you'll be a mere 0.6 miles from Penang Tunnel Museum and a mere 0.6 miles from the Chinese-style 18th-century Goddess of Mercy Taoist Temple Penang. Places of worship to visit right around the corner from the Merchant George Town include Kapitan Keling Mosque. Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Armenian Park, located only 12 minutes' walk away. There is Fort Cornwallis merely 0.7 miles away, while Intercity hub bus station 0.4 miles from the accommodation. For those traveling from afar, Penang International airport is 19 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

There are 97 rooms at Merchant Hotel, each of them has an air conditioner, as well as entertainment amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Fitted with a mini bar fridge, coffee and tea makers, the rooms also come with a writing desk. A bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower, along with a hair dryer and a shower cap, are provided. Guests can enjoy views of the urban from the Merchant.

Food & Drinks

Red Garden Food Paradise & Night Market serves Malaysian cuisine and is located within easy reach of this George Town hotel.

Leisure & Activities

There is a fitness suite with a wide range of sports.

Why choose Merchant Hotel George Town

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  • UNESCO World Heritage Site location

  • Sun terrace with sea views

  • Air-conditioned rooms with TV

  • 24-hour front desk service

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • On-site Dining

  • Child-friendly

  • Wheelchair access

  • Air conditioning

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • On-site Dining
  • Child-friendly
  • Wheelchair access
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Housekeeping
  • Shops/Commercial services

Dining options

  • Restaurant

In the kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Business facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying

For kids

  • Cots

Recreation

  • Sun terrace

For disabled guests

  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

In the bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Devices

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Design

  • Carpeted floor

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • Lift
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 15:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 12:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

When are you staying?

From USD 38 per night
Check-in 29 Jun 2026
Check-out 30 Jun 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Location of Merchant Hotel George Town

55, Jalan Penang, George Town, Malaysia

 -  Culturally rich Chinatown
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    When are you staying?
    From USD 38 per night
    Check-in 29 Jun 2026
    Check-out 30 Jun 2026
    Guests 2 guests

    Adults:

    2

    Children:

    0
    All rates verified
    How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.
    Check-in & out
    29 Jun 2026
    30 Jun 2026
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    2 guests
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    Merchant Hotel
    Check-in:
    from 15:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    until 12:00
    • Children and extra beds
    • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.