Cititel Penang – Your Gateway to the Heart of George Town
📍 UNESCO Zone Location | 🏊 Indoor Swimming Pool | 🍣 Authentic Japanese Dining | 🌆 Panoramic City Views | 🏋️ Fully Equipped Health Club
Overview
Welcome to Cititel Penang, an iconic hotel perfectly positioned for your urban adventure in the heart of George Town. You’ll be staying just steps away from the vibrant street art of the UNESCO World Heritage site and the legendary hawker stalls of Penang Road. This hotel offers a comfortable, modern base with stunning views across the city and the North Channel, providing an experience-based benefit of being right where the action is.
Rooms
Each room is designed with your comfort in mind, offering a relaxing retreat after a day of exploring the city. You will find:
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
- Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi
- Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
- Coffee and tea making facilities
- In-room electronic safe
- Mini-fridge
- Private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer
Dining
Cititel Penang is a food lover's paradise, reflecting the culinary heritage of the island. You can start your day with a varied breakfast at the Main Street Cafe, which offers a mix of local and international flavours in a bright, casual setting. For something more refined, Kirishima Japanese Restaurant serves authentic sushi and sashimi, while Zhonghua Gourmet specialise in traditional Chinese cuisine. If you’re craving a late-night snack, the famous local hawker stalls are within walking distance, offering a sensory feast of world-class street food.
Meal times are indicative and may be subject to change depending on the season.
Pools and Spa
Take a break from the tropical heat in the indoor swimming pool, which allows you to enjoy a refreshing dip regardless of the weather. You’ll also find a well-equipped gym to keep up with your fitness routine.
Beach
While Cititel Penang is a city-centre hotel, the coastal promenade of Gurney Drive is within an approx. 10-minute drive. For those seeking traditional sandy shores, the popular beaches of Batu Ferringhi are within an approx. 30-minute drive, where you can find various water sports and sunset beach walks.
Sport and Entertainment
You are perfectly placed for evening entertainment, with the lively bars and cafes of Upper Penang Road right on your doorstep. Back at the hotel, you can enjoy the fitness centre or simply admire the twinkling city lights from your room. The hotel’s unique location means you are within walking distance of the city’s best nightlife and cultural landmarks.
Family Amenities
Families will appreciate the convenient central location and the following amenities:
- Dedicated shallow area in the indoor pool
- Baby cots available on request
- Spacious room options for families travelling together
Attractive Location
- Within walking distance of the UNESCO World Heritage street art zone
- Within walking distance of the famous Penang Road Cendol stalls
- Approx. a 15-minute walk to the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion (The Blue House)
- Approx. a 10-minute drive to Gurney Drive shopping malls
- Approx. a 30-minute drive from Penang International Airport
