Macalister Terraces Hotel
$46
/ night
Avg. for October
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$46
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Macalister Terraces Hotel average $46 in October, the cheapest month, and $62 in January, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $62 |
| February | $55 |
| March | $54 |
| April | $58 |
| May | $60 |
| June | $59 |
| July | $58 |
| August | $60 |
| September | $57 |
| October | $46 |
| November | $54 |
| December | $57 |
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. The beach shuttle (surcharge) makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. The beach shuttle (surcharge) makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include express check-in, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.
Location
With a stay at Macalister Terraces Hotel, you'll be centrally located in George Town, a short 8-minute walk from The Top at Komatar and 13 minutes by foot from Armenian Street. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion.
What's nearby
KOMTAR(0.3 miles)
New World Park(0.3 miles)
Kidland Penang(0.3 miles)
Pasar Chowrasta(0.4 miles)
Hin Bus Depot Art Centre(0.4 miles)
Prangin Mall(0.4 miles)
The Top at Komatar(0.4 miles)
1st Avenue Mall(0.5 miles)
Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site(0.6 miles)
Armenian Street(0.7 miles)
Chit Tiau Lor Ban San(0.8 miles)
Loh guan Lye Specialist Centre(0.8 miles)
Cannon Street(0.9 miles)
Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi(0.9 miles)
Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion(0.9 miles)
The preferred airport for Macalister Terraces Hotel is Penang Intl. Airport (PEN)(11.5 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Luggage Storage
Designated Smoking Area
Location
71 Lorong Macalister, Downtown George Town, George Town, Timur Laut Pulau Pinang District, Penang, Malaysia
KOMTAR (0.3 miles)
New World Park (0.3 miles)
Kidland Penang (0.3 miles)
Pasar Chowrasta (0.4 miles)
Hin Bus Depot Art Centre (0.4 miles)
Prangin Mall (0.4 miles)
Room options
9
Classic Suite
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Mini Bar
9
Signature Suite
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 4
463 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
9
Vintage Premium Super Singles
Room details
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Mini Bar
9
Heritage Suite
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Mini Bar
16
Vintage Premium King
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Mini Bar
9
Vintage Suite
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Mini Bar
Guest reviews of Macalister Terraces Hotel
8.9
Fabulous
Based on 1,366 verified reviews
What guests think
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Across reviews, Macalister Terraces Hotel is praised for a central, walkable setting near street food and sights, exceptionally friendly staff (often highlighting Liza), clean heritage interiors, and comfortable rooms with quality beds and thoughtful details.
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Across reviews, Macalister Terraces Hotel is praised for a central, walkable setting near street food and sights, exceptionally friendly staff (often highlighting Liza), clean heritage interiors, and comfortable rooms with quality beds and thoughtful details.
Facilities are simple: a heritage building without a lift and some steep stairs, limited on site parking, and no on site dining or bar. Some guests report weak air conditioning, occasional noise from the car park or renovations, minor maintenance quirks, and a few service hiccups such as strict 3 pm check in or unfulfilled room requests. Overall, expect a characterful boutique stay suited to travelers comfortable with stairs and planning to dine out nearby.
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Facilities
Facilities are basic in this heritage building: no lift with some steep stairs, limited on site parking, and no on site restaurant or bar. A few guests also noted absent laundry facilities and occasional parking hassles.
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10
Krison
Dec 20, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Need laundry facilities.
Need laundry facilities.
10
Timothy
Feb 22, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
After 24 hours solid travelling the Terraces was a welcoming sanctuary for us to recover on the first night and thereafter a well located base for our visit to George Town. The hotel only provides rooms which is no problem with so many good eating places around. Everything was very good quality and well maintained. The artwork in the lobby was fun. All in all, a very enjoyable stay.
After 24 hours solid travelling the Terraces was a welcoming sanctuary for us to recover on the first night and thereafter a well located base for our visit to George Town. The hotel only provides rooms which is no problem with so many good eating places around. Everything was very good quality and well maintained. The artwork in the lobby was fun. All in all, a very enjoyable stay.
8
Nur Surianiwati Binti Mohd
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Car blocking didn't leave contact numbers causing us delays departure as Reception didn't help, till i started knocking on every rooms!
Car blocking didn't leave contact numbers causing us delays departure as Reception didn't help, till i started knocking on every rooms!
10
ROZANI
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
1st time staying at this hotel. Strictly check-in time at 3pm. Aircon in the room No16 not cold. Parking space available for 9 car only. Walking distance about 300m to Komtar/Plaza Perangin & 1st Avenue. About 700m walk to Chowrasta Market
1st time staying at this hotel. Strictly check-in time at 3pm. Aircon in the room No16 not cold. Parking space available for 9 car only. Walking distance about 300m to Komtar/Plaza Perangin & 1st Avenue. About 700m walk to Chowrasta Market
8
Liang Ping
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
To be honest, I hesitated giving 4 star, as it's a very basic hotel, no amenities, no lift (if u carry heavy luggage, good luck) or fancy facilities. Plus the person that checked me in gave me a room that was going to undergo a 3-day renovation (with drilling!) in the next few days, without telling me. Hey, I was going to stay there for 7 days! The room he gave me was smaller than what I saw in the pics (narrow walkway between bed and TV wall, plus queen bed only) and I was really upset when the drilling happened. And he was neither smiley, friendly, nor helpful. I wonder why was he even in hospitality line. Thankfully, Sai, another staff whom I reached out to, gave me superb service recovery. He switched me to another room away from the renovation, and was also sized similar to most pictures I'd seen (decent space between King bed and TV wall). It's because of him and this service recovery that made me finally decided to give 4 star from my initial intent of only 1 star! It could have been 3, perhaps. I would say I'll be kind and round it up to 4 just because of Sai. But personally, I probably wouldn't book this hotel again. Will give some other places a try.
To be honest, I hesitated giving 4 star, as it's a very basic hotel, no amenities, no lift (if u carry heavy luggage, good luck) or fancy facilities. Plus the person that checked me in gave me a room that was going to undergo a 3-day renovation (with drilling!) in the next few days, without telling me. Hey, I was going to stay there for 7 days! The room he gave me was smaller than what I saw in the pics (narrow walkway between bed and TV wall, plus queen bed only) and I was really upset when the drilling happened. And he was neither smiley, friendly, nor helpful. I wonder why was he even in hospitality line. Thankfully, Sai, another staff whom I reached out to, gave me superb service recovery. He switched me to another room away from the renovation, and was also sized similar to most pictures I'd seen (decent space between King bed and TV wall). It's because of him and this service recovery that made me finally decided to give 4 star from my initial intent of only 1 star! It could have been 3, perhaps. I would say I'll be kind and round it up to 4 just because of Sai. But personally, I probably wouldn't book this hotel again. Will give some other places a try.
8
Jenny Lee Yuen
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Location excellent for walking around and exploring. Room was huge and lovely - only problem is the rather steep stairs up to the room if you choose a twin bed room. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Location excellent for walking around and exploring. Room was huge and lovely - only problem is the rather steep stairs up to the room if you choose a twin bed room. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
10
Yum Khim
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Pleasant stay at this charming heritage hotel. Like the cleaniness, friendly staff and decor of this heritage hotel. Location is good for exploring Georgetown’s street food scene. A small minus is hotel has no lift. So ask for ground floor room if you have heavy luggage.
Pleasant stay at this charming heritage hotel. Like the cleaniness, friendly staff and decor of this heritage hotel. Location is good for exploring Georgetown’s street food scene. A small minus is hotel has no lift. So ask for ground floor room if you have heavy luggage.
10
Shagen
Dec 1, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a rare find. We loved the coziness of this hotel. Lisa at the front desk was exceptionally helpful pointing us to places we could go and eat. If you are after local hawker fare they are just a 10 min walk away. Parking can be an issue as there are limited spaces but otherwise, this is an excellent little boutique hotel in the city.
This was a rare find. We loved the coziness of this hotel. Lisa at the front desk was exceptionally helpful pointing us to places we could go and eat. If you are after local hawker fare they are just a 10 min walk away. Parking can be an issue as there are limited spaces but otherwise, this is an excellent little boutique hotel in the city.
10
Fiona
Jan 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great little hotel, very boutique focused, great street art throughout the lobby. Lisa the manager was extremely helpful and gave great advice on where to go and where to eat. Only downside was no bar or anywhere near by to go for a drink but saying there’s plenty of fabulous eateries very close. Would recommend if you want a small and quiet place to stay right in town.
Great little hotel, very boutique focused, great street art throughout the lobby. Lisa the manager was extremely helpful and gave great advice on where to go and where to eat. Only downside was no bar or anywhere near by to go for a drink but saying there’s plenty of fabulous eateries very close. Would recommend if you want a small and quiet place to stay right in town.
6
Hee Hung
Nov 17, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Requested room at ground floor because no lift there two months ago. Responded quick and agreed but still give us room upstairs
Requested room at ground floor because no lift there two months ago. Responded quick and agreed but still give us room upstairs
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe the property and rooms as very clean and well maintained. A few mention minor shortcomings like average housekeeping or small maintenance issues.
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10
Sylvain
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Amazing place, lovely staff ! Very clean, great location. Perfect place to stay, will return anytime !
Amazing place, lovely staff ! Very clean, great location. Perfect place to stay, will return anytime !
10
Kai Fai
Sep 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
酒店是復修古老的大宅，大堂與樓上公共客廳很美。房間內設施保養良好整潔。員工態度親切服務良好，尤其是早更的Lisa女士。位置方便距離最近巴士站僅有8分鐘路程，更有夜市在5分鐘路程內。
酒店是復修古老的大宅，大堂與樓上公共客廳很美。房間內設施保養良好整潔。員工態度親切服務良好，尤其是早更的Lisa女士。位置方便距離最近巴士站僅有8分鐘路程，更有夜市在5分鐘路程內。
6
Robert
Feb 3, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Nice building rooms had all you needed. Safe didnt work but stored at the front desk. Housekeeping was just ok
Nice building rooms had all you needed. Safe didnt work but stored at the front desk. Housekeeping was just ok
10
Cenk
Apr 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Sehr saubere und gute Unterkunft. Das Zimmer war super ausgestattet und hat seinen Zweck erfüllt. Besonders hervorzuheben war die nette Dame an der Hotel Rezeption. Solch einen herzlichen Empfang hatte ich noch in keinem Hotel. Sie hat sich sogar die Zeit genommen uns Tipps zum bereisen von Georgetown zu geben. Ich würde in diesem Hotel direkt wieder buchen! :-)
Sehr saubere und gute Unterkunft. Das Zimmer war super ausgestattet und hat seinen Zweck erfüllt. Besonders hervorzuheben war die nette Dame an der Hotel Rezeption. Solch einen herzlichen Empfang hatte ich noch in keinem Hotel. Sie hat sich sogar die Zeit genommen uns Tipps zum bereisen von Georgetown zu geben. Ich würde in diesem Hotel direkt wieder buchen! :-)
10
Sarah
Oct 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Hôtel tres beau et propre Bien place
Hôtel tres beau et propre Bien place
10
Yum Khim
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Pleasant stay at this charming heritage hotel. Like the cleaniness, friendly staff and decor of this heritage hotel. Location is good for exploring Georgetown’s street food scene. A small minus is hotel has no lift. So ask for ground floor room if you have heavy luggage.
Pleasant stay at this charming heritage hotel. Like the cleaniness, friendly staff and decor of this heritage hotel. Location is good for exploring Georgetown’s street food scene. A small minus is hotel has no lift. So ask for ground floor room if you have heavy luggage.
10
Sujata
Jul 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Truly satisfied with the hotel. It has been my best holiday stay ever. Love the location, walking distance to Penang’s famous food. Hotel staffs are polite and very helpful. The ambiance of the hotel is beautiful and the cleanliness is great. Will definitely come back. Susan Johor
Truly satisfied with the hotel. It has been my best holiday stay ever. Love the location, walking distance to Penang’s famous food. Hotel staffs are polite and very helpful. The ambiance of the hotel is beautiful and the cleanliness is great. Will definitely come back. Susan Johor
10
Naninani
Nov 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was nice, room was clean, near from everything. I love it
Staff was nice, room was clean, near from everything. I love it
10
kambiz
Apr 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is a nice little, I believe 20-room clean hotel with large clean rooms and an amazing friendly staff. In particular, Liza is exceptionally helpful and friendly and if you wish, she can arrange for day tours. Excellent hotel. No complaints whatsoever.
This hotel is a nice little, I believe 20-room clean hotel with large clean rooms and an amazing friendly staff. In particular, Liza is exceptionally helpful and friendly and if you wish, she can arrange for day tours. Excellent hotel. No complaints whatsoever.
10
Eirik Stokken
Jan 21, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, very good standard and nice staff
Clean, very good standard and nice staff
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable with quality beds, pleasant heritage decor, and several comments about generous space. Some lack windows or feel smaller, air conditioning can be weak in places, and occasional noise or minor faults are noted.
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Domingo JR
Dec 21, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Staff is top notch. Liza deserves a raise! Amenities are fine, but the razor is ridiculously low quality; Better to not have it. Great mattresses and linens.
Staff is top notch. Liza deserves a raise! Amenities are fine, but the razor is ridiculously low quality; Better to not have it. Great mattresses and linens.
10
Anati
Jun 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Basic amenities provided. Room and bed comfy.
Basic amenities provided. Room and bed comfy.
10
Tathan
Feb 15, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
100% book this place!! Was amazing from the moment we walked in. We were greeted with a complimentary drink by the amazing Liza. Liza was so helpful and went above and beyond for us. Informing us of the best places to visit etc. we were given an upgrade when we arrived which was amazing. The room was clean, modern, comfortable and the WiFi was strong. Thank you Liza you were incredible!
100% book this place!! Was amazing from the moment we walked in. We were greeted with a complimentary drink by the amazing Liza. Liza was so helpful and went above and beyond for us. Informing us of the best places to visit etc. we were given an upgrade when we arrived which was amazing. The room was clean, modern, comfortable and the WiFi was strong. Thank you Liza you were incredible!
10
Cenk
Apr 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Sehr saubere und gute Unterkunft. Das Zimmer war super ausgestattet und hat seinen Zweck erfüllt. Besonders hervorzuheben war die nette Dame an der Hotel Rezeption. Solch einen herzlichen Empfang hatte ich noch in keinem Hotel. Sie hat sich sogar die Zeit genommen uns Tipps zum bereisen von Georgetown zu geben. Ich würde in diesem Hotel direkt wieder buchen! :-)
Sehr saubere und gute Unterkunft. Das Zimmer war super ausgestattet und hat seinen Zweck erfüllt. Besonders hervorzuheben war die nette Dame an der Hotel Rezeption. Solch einen herzlichen Empfang hatte ich noch in keinem Hotel. Sie hat sich sogar die Zeit genommen uns Tipps zum bereisen von Georgetown zu geben. Ich würde in diesem Hotel direkt wieder buchen! :-)
8
Liang Ping
Nov 30, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
To be honest, I hesitated giving 4 star, as it's a very basic hotel, no amenities, no lift (if u carry heavy luggage, good luck) or fancy facilities. Plus the person that checked me in gave me a room that was going to undergo a 3-day renovation (with drilling!) in the next few days, without telling me. Hey, I was going to stay there for 7 days! The room he gave me was smaller than what I saw in the pics (narrow walkway between bed and TV wall, plus queen bed only) and I was really upset when the drilling happened. And he was neither smiley, friendly, nor helpful. I wonder why was he even in hospitality line. Thankfully, Sai, another staff whom I reached out to, gave me superb service recovery. He switched me to another room away from the renovation, and was also sized similar to most pictures I'd seen (decent space between King bed and TV wall). It's because of him and this service recovery that made me finally decided to give 4 star from my initial intent of only 1 star! It could have been 3, perhaps. I would say I'll be kind and round it up to 4 just because of Sai. But personally, I probably wouldn't book this hotel again. Will give some other places a try.
To be honest, I hesitated giving 4 star, as it's a very basic hotel, no amenities, no lift (if u carry heavy luggage, good luck) or fancy facilities. Plus the person that checked me in gave me a room that was going to undergo a 3-day renovation (with drilling!) in the next few days, without telling me. Hey, I was going to stay there for 7 days! The room he gave me was smaller than what I saw in the pics (narrow walkway between bed and TV wall, plus queen bed only) and I was really upset when the drilling happened. And he was neither smiley, friendly, nor helpful. I wonder why was he even in hospitality line. Thankfully, Sai, another staff whom I reached out to, gave me superb service recovery. He switched me to another room away from the renovation, and was also sized similar to most pictures I'd seen (decent space between King bed and TV wall). It's because of him and this service recovery that made me finally decided to give 4 star from my initial intent of only 1 star! It could have been 3, perhaps. I would say I'll be kind and round it up to 4 just because of Sai. But personally, I probably wouldn't book this hotel again. Will give some other places a try.
8
Jenny Lee Yuen
Aug 26, 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Location excellent for walking around and exploring. Room was huge and lovely - only problem is the rather steep stairs up to the room if you choose a twin bed room. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Location excellent for walking around and exploring. Room was huge and lovely - only problem is the rather steep stairs up to the room if you choose a twin bed room. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
8
Sybella
Apr 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Liza is a truly wonderful manager. She went above and beyond to help us including excellent restaurant suggestions. The hotel is very nicely presented and the beds and sheets great quality. For us the only drawback was the room not having a window. It is a beautiful old restored building so this is the reality for this type of boutique hotel. That said, once the air conditioning was cranked up the room was fine. We would not recommend hiring a driver via the hotel to tour the city. It would be better to go with someone who speaks English and who can explain a bit about the city.
Liza is a truly wonderful manager. She went above and beyond to help us including excellent restaurant suggestions. The hotel is very nicely presented and the beds and sheets great quality. For us the only drawback was the room not having a window. It is a beautiful old restored building so this is the reality for this type of boutique hotel. That said, once the air conditioning was cranked up the room was fine. We would not recommend hiring a driver via the hotel to tour the city. It would be better to go with someone who speaks English and who can explain a bit about the city.
8
David
Apr 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Unable to close the bathroom door. Could hear air con loudly in bedroom. Surrounding area dilapidated.
Unable to close the bathroom door. Could hear air con loudly in bedroom. Surrounding area dilapidated.
10
kambiz
Apr 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is a nice little, I believe 20-room clean hotel with large clean rooms and an amazing friendly staff. In particular, Liza is exceptionally helpful and friendly and if you wish, she can arrange for day tours. Excellent hotel. No complaints whatsoever.
This hotel is a nice little, I believe 20-room clean hotel with large clean rooms and an amazing friendly staff. In particular, Liza is exceptionally helpful and friendly and if you wish, she can arrange for day tours. Excellent hotel. No complaints whatsoever.
10
Alex Wai Choon
Mar 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location to eating places. All within walking distant. New lane, Kimberley food street. Chowraster markets, Clear Line Nasi Kandar .. all nearby. The hotel is an heritage venue.. the suite are actually adjoining rooms which gives good space and privacy for 4 pax. The wooden antiquity wardrobe doors creaks. And toilet doors creaks too. We stayed at the ground floor rooms facing the parking lot. Could be noisy at night when people talked loudly at the carpark. But it’s just our lock on that particular day. Otherwise it’s super convenient to walk from street to the room.
Great location to eating places. All within walking distant. New lane, Kimberley food street. Chowraster markets, Clear Line Nasi Kandar .. all nearby. The hotel is an heritage venue.. the suite are actually adjoining rooms which gives good space and privacy for 4 pax. The wooden antiquity wardrobe doors creaks. And toilet doors creaks too. We stayed at the ground floor rooms facing the parking lot. Could be noisy at night when people talked loudly at the carpark. But it’s just our lock on that particular day. Otherwise it’s super convenient to walk from street to the room.
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Service
Service is widely praised as warm, attentive, and proactive, with many guests singling out Liza for exceptional help and local tips. Occasional lapses include an unhelpful check in, ignored room requests, or limited assistance with parking.
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Domingo JR
Dec 21, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Staff is top notch. Liza deserves a raise! Amenities are fine, but the razor is ridiculously low quality; Better to not have it. Great mattresses and linens.
Staff is top notch. Liza deserves a raise! Amenities are fine, but the razor is ridiculously low quality; Better to not have it. Great mattresses and linens.
10
Zariq
Dec 22, 2021
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Stayed 2 nights
Staying here was such a delight. I booked this hotel for a quick getaway for my parents who were attending a wedding up north. The manager called me once to confirm the arrival time at the hotel so he could make sure they would have the room ready on time (as they were a bit short handed that day). When my fathers car broke down while in Penang, the manager was absolutely wonderful, and offered them his own personal car so they could make it to the wedding in Alor Setar on time. Hotel side, the Macalister Terraces feels new, clean, well maintained and very central for those wanting to explore Georgetown. Not to mention a very affordable place for those who are looking for comfort at a reasonable price. Would 100% book another stay here, or recommend it anyone travelling to this part of Malaysia. Keep up the great work guys!
Staying here was such a delight. I booked this hotel for a quick getaway for my parents who were attending a wedding up north. The manager called me once to confirm the arrival time at the hotel so he could make sure they would have the room ready on time (as they were a bit short handed that day). When my fathers car broke down while in Penang, the manager was absolutely wonderful, and offered them his own personal car so they could make it to the wedding in Alor Setar on time. Hotel side, the Macalister Terraces feels new, clean, well maintained and very central for those wanting to explore Georgetown. Not to mention a very affordable place for those who are looking for comfort at a reasonable price. Would 100% book another stay here, or recommend it anyone travelling to this part of Malaysia. Keep up the great work guys!
8
Nur Surianiwati Binti Mohd
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Car blocking didn't leave contact numbers causing us delays departure as Reception didn't help, till i started knocking on every rooms!
Car blocking didn't leave contact numbers causing us delays departure as Reception didn't help, till i started knocking on every rooms!
10
Keng Foong
Dec 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very convenient location, full of eatery around the hotel, all walking distance Staff is very friendly and professional, lovely place to stay..
Very convenient location, full of eatery around the hotel, all walking distance Staff is very friendly and professional, lovely place to stay..
10
Cenk
Apr 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Sehr saubere und gute Unterkunft. Das Zimmer war super ausgestattet und hat seinen Zweck erfüllt. Besonders hervorzuheben war die nette Dame an der Hotel Rezeption. Solch einen herzlichen Empfang hatte ich noch in keinem Hotel. Sie hat sich sogar die Zeit genommen uns Tipps zum bereisen von Georgetown zu geben. Ich würde in diesem Hotel direkt wieder buchen! :-)
Sehr saubere und gute Unterkunft. Das Zimmer war super ausgestattet und hat seinen Zweck erfüllt. Besonders hervorzuheben war die nette Dame an der Hotel Rezeption. Solch einen herzlichen Empfang hatte ich noch in keinem Hotel. Sie hat sich sogar die Zeit genommen uns Tipps zum bereisen von Georgetown zu geben. Ich würde in diesem Hotel direkt wieder buchen! :-)
8
Liang Ping
Nov 30, 2025
·
Stayed 7 nights
To be honest, I hesitated giving 4 star, as it's a very basic hotel, no amenities, no lift (if u carry heavy luggage, good luck) or fancy facilities. Plus the person that checked me in gave me a room that was going to undergo a 3-day renovation (with drilling!) in the next few days, without telling me. Hey, I was going to stay there for 7 days! The room he gave me was smaller than what I saw in the pics (narrow walkway between bed and TV wall, plus queen bed only) and I was really upset when the drilling happened. And he was neither smiley, friendly, nor helpful. I wonder why was he even in hospitality line. Thankfully, Sai, another staff whom I reached out to, gave me superb service recovery. He switched me to another room away from the renovation, and was also sized similar to most pictures I'd seen (decent space between King bed and TV wall). It's because of him and this service recovery that made me finally decided to give 4 star from my initial intent of only 1 star! It could have been 3, perhaps. I would say I'll be kind and round it up to 4 just because of Sai. But personally, I probably wouldn't book this hotel again. Will give some other places a try.
To be honest, I hesitated giving 4 star, as it's a very basic hotel, no amenities, no lift (if u carry heavy luggage, good luck) or fancy facilities. Plus the person that checked me in gave me a room that was going to undergo a 3-day renovation (with drilling!) in the next few days, without telling me. Hey, I was going to stay there for 7 days! The room he gave me was smaller than what I saw in the pics (narrow walkway between bed and TV wall, plus queen bed only) and I was really upset when the drilling happened. And he was neither smiley, friendly, nor helpful. I wonder why was he even in hospitality line. Thankfully, Sai, another staff whom I reached out to, gave me superb service recovery. He switched me to another room away from the renovation, and was also sized similar to most pictures I'd seen (decent space between King bed and TV wall). It's because of him and this service recovery that made me finally decided to give 4 star from my initial intent of only 1 star! It could have been 3, perhaps. I would say I'll be kind and round it up to 4 just because of Sai. But personally, I probably wouldn't book this hotel again. Will give some other places a try.
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Muhd
Jan 31, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel staff was very helpful. Nice location of the hotel. Can easily walk around.
Hotel staff was very helpful. Nice location of the hotel. Can easily walk around.
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Sybella
Apr 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Liza is a truly wonderful manager. She went above and beyond to help us including excellent restaurant suggestions. The hotel is very nicely presented and the beds and sheets great quality. For us the only drawback was the room not having a window. It is a beautiful old restored building so this is the reality for this type of boutique hotel. That said, once the air conditioning was cranked up the room was fine. We would not recommend hiring a driver via the hotel to tour the city. It would be better to go with someone who speaks English and who can explain a bit about the city.
Liza is a truly wonderful manager. She went above and beyond to help us including excellent restaurant suggestions. The hotel is very nicely presented and the beds and sheets great quality. For us the only drawback was the room not having a window. It is a beautiful old restored building so this is the reality for this type of boutique hotel. That said, once the air conditioning was cranked up the room was fine. We would not recommend hiring a driver via the hotel to tour the city. It would be better to go with someone who speaks English and who can explain a bit about the city.
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ANNE
Mar 11, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great location, handy for free bus or walking into old town. Concierge very helpful.
Great location, handy for free bus or walking into old town. Concierge very helpful.
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Hee Hung
Nov 17, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Requested room at ground floor because no lift there two months ago. Responded quick and agreed but still give us room upstairs
Requested room at ground floor because no lift there two months ago. Responded quick and agreed but still give us room upstairs
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Location
Central and walkable for Georgetown sights, buses, and malls, with plenty of street food nearby. A few noted the immediate area looks a bit dilapidated, but most found it convenient.
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A M
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel in centre of Penang.
Nice hotel in centre of Penang.
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Pei
May 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Location is good , close to donate, street food 10 mins away . Quiet neighborhood
Location is good , close to donate, street food 10 mins away . Quiet neighborhood
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ROZANI
Sep 29, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
1st time staying at this hotel. Strictly check-in time at 3pm. Aircon in the room No16 not cold. Parking space available for 9 car only. Walking distance about 300m to Komtar/Plaza Perangin & 1st Avenue. About 700m walk to Chowrasta Market
1st time staying at this hotel. Strictly check-in time at 3pm. Aircon in the room No16 not cold. Parking space available for 9 car only. Walking distance about 300m to Komtar/Plaza Perangin & 1st Avenue. About 700m walk to Chowrasta Market
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Keng Foong
Dec 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very convenient location, full of eatery around the hotel, all walking distance Staff is very friendly and professional, lovely place to stay..
Very convenient location, full of eatery around the hotel, all walking distance Staff is very friendly and professional, lovely place to stay..
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Jason
Sep 15, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location
Great location
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Muhd
Jan 31, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Hotel staff was very helpful. Nice location of the hotel. Can easily walk around.
Hotel staff was very helpful. Nice location of the hotel. Can easily walk around.
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David
Apr 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Unable to close the bathroom door. Could hear air con loudly in bedroom. Surrounding area dilapidated.
Unable to close the bathroom door. Could hear air con loudly in bedroom. Surrounding area dilapidated.
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Sujata
Jul 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Truly satisfied with the hotel. It has been my best holiday stay ever. Love the location, walking distance to Penang’s famous food. Hotel staffs are polite and very helpful. The ambiance of the hotel is beautiful and the cleanliness is great. Will definitely come back. Susan Johor
Truly satisfied with the hotel. It has been my best holiday stay ever. Love the location, walking distance to Penang’s famous food. Hotel staffs are polite and very helpful. The ambiance of the hotel is beautiful and the cleanliness is great. Will definitely come back. Susan Johor
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ANNE
Mar 11, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Great location, handy for free bus or walking into old town. Concierge very helpful.
Great location, handy for free bus or walking into old town. Concierge very helpful.
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Majken
Feb 6, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Skønt sted og centralt beliggende
Skønt sted og centralt beliggende
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Dining
There is no on site dining, but abundant eateries and hawker food are within a short walk. Some guests mentioned missing an on site bar.
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Timothy
Feb 22, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
After 24 hours solid travelling the Terraces was a welcoming sanctuary for us to recover on the first night and thereafter a well located base for our visit to George Town. The hotel only provides rooms which is no problem with so many good eating places around. Everything was very good quality and well maintained. The artwork in the lobby was fun. All in all, a very enjoyable stay.
After 24 hours solid travelling the Terraces was a welcoming sanctuary for us to recover on the first night and thereafter a well located base for our visit to George Town. The hotel only provides rooms which is no problem with so many good eating places around. Everything was very good quality and well maintained. The artwork in the lobby was fun. All in all, a very enjoyable stay.
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Pei
May 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Location is good , close to donate, street food 10 mins away . Quiet neighborhood
Location is good , close to donate, street food 10 mins away . Quiet neighborhood
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Keng Foong
Dec 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very convenient location, full of eatery around the hotel, all walking distance Staff is very friendly and professional, lovely place to stay..
Very convenient location, full of eatery around the hotel, all walking distance Staff is very friendly and professional, lovely place to stay..
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Stephanie
Dec 18, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
I really enjoyed the property; it was so clean, artistic, and felt like a museum. Also a plus everyone was so helpful. Parking easy right in front in spots, but I didn't drive, and I literally walked to everything while I waited to get check in. Can't wait till they open a bar upstairs. Also if you need car service or tours, they have it for you right at the desk so don't book anything online.
I really enjoyed the property; it was so clean, artistic, and felt like a museum. Also a plus everyone was so helpful. Parking easy right in front in spots, but I didn't drive, and I literally walked to everything while I waited to get check in. Can't wait till they open a bar upstairs. Also if you need car service or tours, they have it for you right at the desk so don't book anything online.
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Yum Khim
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Pleasant stay at this charming heritage hotel. Like the cleaniness, friendly staff and decor of this heritage hotel. Location is good for exploring Georgetown’s street food scene. A small minus is hotel has no lift. So ask for ground floor room if you have heavy luggage.
Pleasant stay at this charming heritage hotel. Like the cleaniness, friendly staff and decor of this heritage hotel. Location is good for exploring Georgetown’s street food scene. A small minus is hotel has no lift. So ask for ground floor room if you have heavy luggage.
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Shagen
Dec 1, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This was a rare find. We loved the coziness of this hotel. Lisa at the front desk was exceptionally helpful pointing us to places we could go and eat. If you are after local hawker fare they are just a 10 min walk away. Parking can be an issue as there are limited spaces but otherwise, this is an excellent little boutique hotel in the city.
This was a rare find. We loved the coziness of this hotel. Lisa at the front desk was exceptionally helpful pointing us to places we could go and eat. If you are after local hawker fare they are just a 10 min walk away. Parking can be an issue as there are limited spaces but otherwise, this is an excellent little boutique hotel in the city.
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Fiona
Jan 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great little hotel, very boutique focused, great street art throughout the lobby. Lisa the manager was extremely helpful and gave great advice on where to go and where to eat. Only downside was no bar or anywhere near by to go for a drink but saying there’s plenty of fabulous eateries very close. Would recommend if you want a small and quiet place to stay right in town.
Great little hotel, very boutique focused, great street art throughout the lobby. Lisa the manager was extremely helpful and gave great advice on where to go and where to eat. Only downside was no bar or anywhere near by to go for a drink but saying there’s plenty of fabulous eateries very close. Would recommend if you want a small and quiet place to stay right in town.
10
Sujata
Jul 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Truly satisfied with the hotel. It has been my best holiday stay ever. Love the location, walking distance to Penang’s famous food. Hotel staffs are polite and very helpful. The ambiance of the hotel is beautiful and the cleanliness is great. Will definitely come back. Susan Johor
Truly satisfied with the hotel. It has been my best holiday stay ever. Love the location, walking distance to Penang’s famous food. Hotel staffs are polite and very helpful. The ambiance of the hotel is beautiful and the cleanliness is great. Will definitely come back. Susan Johor
10
Alex Wai Choon
Mar 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location to eating places. All within walking distant. New lane, Kimberley food street. Chowraster markets, Clear Line Nasi Kandar .. all nearby. The hotel is an heritage venue.. the suite are actually adjoining rooms which gives good space and privacy for 4 pax. The wooden antiquity wardrobe doors creaks. And toilet doors creaks too. We stayed at the ground floor rooms facing the parking lot. Could be noisy at night when people talked loudly at the carpark. But it’s just our lock on that particular day. Otherwise it’s super convenient to walk from street to the room.
Great location to eating places. All within walking distant. New lane, Kimberley food street. Chowraster markets, Clear Line Nasi Kandar .. all nearby. The hotel is an heritage venue.. the suite are actually adjoining rooms which gives good space and privacy for 4 pax. The wooden antiquity wardrobe doors creaks. And toilet doors creaks too. We stayed at the ground floor rooms facing the parking lot. Could be noisy at night when people talked loudly at the carpark. But it’s just our lock on that particular day. Otherwise it’s super convenient to walk from street to the room.
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Wei Ying
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is clean, quiet and very comfortable, even though it is located in the middle of downtown. The location is very convenient, with good hawker food within walking distance. The room was cozy and perfect for a couple’s stay. Overall, a very pleasant and relaxing experience. Highly recommended.
The hotel is clean, quiet and very comfortable, even though it is located in the middle of downtown. The location is very convenient, with good hawker food within walking distance. The room was cozy and perfect for a couple’s stay. Overall, a very pleasant and relaxing experience. Highly recommended.
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Kalle
Aug 5, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The staff at this hotel is very kind and helpful. Be aware that the rooms which are not in the premium category do not have windows. The windows on the photos are in fact wallpapers. Just to be aware as this can be misleading. Other than that, the place is quite nice and conveniently located. The room in the ground floor was a bit small and you can hear the people passing by the staircase. However, the room on the upper floor (were we relocated to), are a bit larger. Overall, good for one or two nights.
The staff at this hotel is very kind and helpful. Be aware that the rooms which are not in the premium category do not have windows. The windows on the photos are in fact wallpapers. Just to be aware as this can be misleading. Other than that, the place is quite nice and conveniently located. The room in the ground floor was a bit small and you can hear the people passing by the staircase. However, the room on the upper floor (were we relocated to), are a bit larger. Overall, good for one or two nights.
10
Gaik Peng
Jun 28, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice little boutique hotel that is super convenient
Nice little boutique hotel that is super convenient
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Carly
Jun 26, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
A very good little hotel. Not having a window in the room is a bit odd, but obviously that can’t be helped. It was clean and spacious, and the communal areas were beautifully done. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
A very good little hotel. Not having a window in the room is a bit odd, but obviously that can’t be helped. It was clean and spacious, and the communal areas were beautifully done. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
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Vidia
May 13, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
I had a wonderful stay at Macalister Terrace Hotel. The hotel is very comfortable, clean, and has a really nice ambience that made the stay relaxing and enjoyable. A special thanks to Liz, who was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout my stay. Her warm hospitality and excellent service truly made the experience even better. Overall, I highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a pleasant and comfortable stay in Penang. I would definitely come back again!
I had a wonderful stay at Macalister Terrace Hotel. The hotel is very comfortable, clean, and has a really nice ambience that made the stay relaxing and enjoyable. A special thanks to Liz, who was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout my stay. Her warm hospitality and excellent service truly made the experience even better. Overall, I highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a pleasant and comfortable stay in Penang. I would definitely come back again!
Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 22:30
Before 12:00
FAQs about Macalister Terraces Hotel
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. However, parking is limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is from 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM, and check-out time is by 12:00 PM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available for a fee, subject to availability.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The hotel has limited wheelchair accessibility, including designated areas. Step-free entrances and elevators are available.
Where is the hotel located in relation to nearby attractions?
The hotel is centrally located in George Town, just an 8-minute walk from The Top at Komatar and 13 minutes by foot from Armenian Street. It is approximately 1.4 miles from Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi and Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion.
What are the hotel's policies regarding children?
Children are allowed at the hotel, and there is no minimum age for children to stay for free.
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- 2026-11-16: 83.22348375USD
- 2026-11-17: 49.437784905242914USD
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The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
You'll be required to pay the following fully refundable deposit.
Deposit: MYR 100 per stay
- 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
- This property accepts credit cards and cash
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Business details
Property registration number KOM00007162
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
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Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Luggage Storage
Designated Smoking Area
Services
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Luggage Storage
Designated Smoking Area
Express Check-In/Check-Out
Self Laundry
Concierge Services
Activities
Outdoor Furniture
Terrace
General
Non-Smoking Rooms
Family Room
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Parking
Parking
Free Parking
Parking (Limited)
Parking Onsite
Internet
Free Wi-Fi