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Macalister Mansion

228 Macalister RoadSee map

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Great view
Most user reviews comment positively on the view from their room
Design-forward
This property features a contemporary design aesthetic, housed within a meticulously restored historic mansion, recognized for its architectural innovation.
Historic building
Housed within a meticulously restored colonial-era mansion dating back to 1880, this property preserves its original architectural grandeur.
Popular facilities
Bar
Restaurant
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Business center
4.6/5Fantastic 50 reviews
Reviews summary
Unique, vintage-modern room design. Personalized service and friendly, efficient staff. Excellent location for food. High-quality rooms and amenities. Delicious food and drinks.
Exploring the area
chargEV Charging Station, 2.4km, About 5 mins from hotel by car
Penang International Airport, 14.4km, About 17 mins from hotel by car
One East Museum, 700m, About 11 mins from hotel by foot
7
MMonarch Collection
1 double bed or bigger

60.0 m²

Non-smoking

Garden view

14
MMarvel Collection
1 double bed or bigger

53.0 m²

Non-smoking

Garden view

11
MMesmeric Collection
Multiple beds

53.0 m²

Non-smoking

Garden view

27
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
1 double bed or bigger
12
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds
Bed type arranged at check-in
3
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
1 double bed or bigger

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4.6/5.0

Fantastic

50 reviews
Location
3.0
Services offered
4.8
Cleanliness
4.7
Atmosphere & facilities
4.8
Reviews summary
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Overall impression
Unique, vintage-modern room design. Personalized service and friendly, efficient staff. Excellent location for food. High-quality rooms and amenities. Delicious food and drinks.
Location
Convenient Georgetown proximity. Short walk to attractions. Good location for food.
Services offered
Friendly and efficient staff. Personalized service. Multilingual assistance. Complimentary minibar and high-end snacks. Turn-down service.
Cleanliness
Rooms consistently clean. Well-maintained amenities. Spacious bathrooms. Comfortable beds.
Atmosphere & facilities
Spectacular decor. Funky bar and lounge areas. Upscale and comfortable rooms. Nice pool. Great wine selection. Delicious and reasonably priced food. Chic and modern design.
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4.5+
3.0+
Chen *******
Reviewed: 8 Dec 2025

5.0/5.0

Fantastic

MMesmeric Collection · 2 Adults · 1 Nights

best place to stay in Penang

Overview

Macalister Mansion

First open:2012-01-01
Renovation:2020-01-01
Rooms:8
Star rating:

A stay at Macalister Mansion places you in the heart of George Town, within a 5-minute drive of KOMTAR and Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi. This boutique hotel is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Gurney Plaza and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Penang State Museum.

Description

A stay at Macalister Mansion places you in the heart of George Town, within a 5-minute drive of KOMTAR and Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi. This boutique hotel is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Gurney Plaza and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Penang State Museum.

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Exploring the area

Transport

chargEV Charging Station

Train stations
2.4km

Penang International Airport

Airports
14.4km

Attractions

One East Museum

700m

Burmah Square

700m

Nagore Square

800m

New World Park

900m

Penang City Stadium

1.0km

Hong Leong Bank

1.1km

Penang Youth Club

1.1km

Beacon Sales Gallery By Aspen Group

1.2km
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Facilities & services

Popular facilities
Bar
Restaurant
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Business center
General
Free parking
Designated smoking area
Airport transportation(additional charge)
Parking onsite
Secured parking
Garden
Business facilities
Meeting facilities
Banquet facilities
Health & fitness
Outdoor Swimming pool
Food & drink
Poolside bar
Free breakfast
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Property policies

Check-in/out Time

Earliest check-in time:After 15:00

Latest check-out time:Before 12:00

Check-in policy

The guest responsible for check-in must be aged 18 or above

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 16 and up; guests 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.

Check-in descriptions

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, debit cards, and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Note: Check-in policies vary by property. Please check carefully before booking

Child Policy

Children at all ages are welcome to stay at this property

Age
Fees
0-11 years old
Not included
Free

Children aged above 11 will be charged as adults at this property

Up to 1 children aged 11 or below can share a bed with an adult for each room. If you're bringing additional children, please refer to the following. Detailed policy can be different depending on the hotel.

Extra bed policy

Extra beds are not allowed at this hotel

Additional fees may be charged when you accompany children or bring additional guests. Please contact the hotel directly for details.

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 3.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Other fees

Rollaway bed fee: MYR 150 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Food & drinks

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

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