Conveniently situated within the UNESCO World Heritage buffer zone and walking distance from the central business district, Areca Hotel offers families and travellers the opportunity to experience the rich history and vibrant culture that George Town and Penang has to offer. Areca Hotel is named after the Areca Palm (Areca Catechu), also known commonly as the Pinang palm and from which Penang island derives its name.
Room
Make yourself at home in one of the 30 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Garden Room
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Heritage Loft
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Heritage Room
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Family Suite
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Room LOFT
LOFT
LOFT
Room STANDARD
STANDARD
STANDARD
SUITE TWO DOUBLE BEDS
TWO DOUBLE BEDS
TWO DOUBLE BEDS
DOUBLE STANDARD
STANDARD
STANDARD
SUITE STANDARD
STANDARD
STANDARD
SINGLE LOFT
LOFT
LOFT
DOUBLE KING SIZE BED
KING SIZE BED
KING SIZE BED
DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED
QUEEN SIZE BED
QUEEN SIZE BED
SUITE TWO QUEEN BEDS
TWO QUEEN BEDS
TWO QUEEN BEDS
SUITE QUEEN SIZE BED
QUEEN SIZE BED
QUEEN SIZE BED
TWIN WITH DOUBLE BED
WITH DOUBLE BED
WITH DOUBLE BED
Double or Twin STANDARD
STANDARD
STANDARD
Double or Twin LOFT
LOFT
LOFT
DOUBLE GARDEN VIEW
GARDEN VIEW
GARDEN VIEW
TWIN LOFT
LOFT
LOFT
TWIN STANDARD
STANDARD
STANDARD
dining
Enjoy a satisfying meal at a restaurant serving guests of Areca Hotel Penang.
Recreation
Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage.
Pricing
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Location
With a stay at Areca Hotel Penang in Penang (Georgetown), you'll be minutes from Kidland Penang and Chew Thean Yeang. This hotel is within close proximity of The Top at Komatar and Prangin Mall.
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Reviews
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Rating
870 Reviews
Average ratings
TripAdvisor Traveller reviews
Trail14923631606
Beautiful and comfortable heritage hotel
Organised a gathering at Areca Hotel. Mr Nazrin and the rest of the staff were friendly, helpful and accommodating, and went out of their way to ensure that we had a smooth stay. Communication was...
Larry L
Old Charm, Outstanding Hospitality!
We had a thoroughly pleasant stay at this hotel. While the property is older, it is clear that the management is doing a fantastic job, as the staff is constantly trying their best to maintain and...
Bron M
Colonial hotel in heart of historic George Town
Restored colonial hotel in central old historic George Town. Walkable to every spot. Staff friendly, daily room service, afternoon teas. Some noise from old construction style. Overall, fabulous...
