What makes it 43% Baby-Friendly: Babies not forbidden, yet hotel states cribs and extra beds cannot be added, and no baby-specific gear listed; quiet garden and central sights help, but parents must bring their own equipment.
Note: Rare Heritage House is 43% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Hotels in Penang for a more suitable experience.
Penang International Airport: 17.9 km (22 min drive)
Taxi from airport to hotel takes about 22 min.
Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi: 270 m (4 min walk)
An ornate 19th-century Chinese clan house with intricate wood and stone carvings.
Tip: Arrive early (8–9 AM) to avoid tour-group crowds.
Penang Street Art: 330 m (4 min walk)
Open-air trail of Ernest Zacharevic’s famous murals across heritage lanes.
Tip: Download a mural map beforehand to plan your route.
Clan Jetties of Penang: 340 m (5 min walk)
Stilt-house community on the waterfront offering a glimpse of local life.
Tip: Visit around sunset for the best light and cooler temperatures.
Complimentary Wi-Fi:
High-speed wireless internet in rooms and public areas.
Luggage Storage:
Free storage before check-in and after check-out at reception.
Tour and Ticket Assistance:
Reception staff can help book tours and tickets at no extra charge.
Self Parking:
Free onsite parking, first-come, first-served.
Shuttle Service:
Hotel shuttle to key points in George Town available at an extra charge.
Emily's Steakhouse:
On-site restaurant serving steak and local dishes; pay per meal.
Room Service:
Available during limited hours for in-room dining (additional charges apply).

Laurence & Alice Colley
Got given a room that had boarded up windows which meant it was dark and dingy after paying for a courtyard view. No shampoo in the rooms or hair dryer. On the other hand staff were helpful and location is excellent for exploring george town.
Daisy
Rather disappointed by this hotel. I think most rooms don't have a window or the windows open to the corridor (I asked for a window and was told it would be upon availability). So the room is pretty and comfortable, but it is also completly dark H24 which I didn't like. I tried to work in the common area but there was such a bad sewage smell and humidity I couldn't stand it and went back to my roo...
Luke Di Pietro
Great location, close proximity to everything a penang visitor would want to eat and see. Hotel service is great without a hitch, rooms are cleaned and staff is very accommodating. 24/7 manned reception makes it easy to return after a night out. Food is everywhere even at your front door. Photos posted below and all within a 15 minute walk 👌
Jon Freeman
Holy smokes the bed, bed linens and the down pillows were super comfortable. The shower was hot and had great pressure too. The location was perfect for exploring all of the great food in the area on foot. However, the walls were the thinnest we’ve come across in 10 months of travel, you can hear everything from the hallway and several neighbors. The wifi was unstable at best. The tv isn’t smart. ...
Prisca Wong
Stayed at the mezzanine floor typed room. Room wise, it’s perfect. Nothing much to complain about. Location wise, it’s alright and easy to walk to wherever around Georgetown. Bathroom water pressure was good, room TV is a smart TV so you can log into your Netflix etc if you wish to. The only thing about this room during our stay was - tends to rather ‘noisy’… you can hear rats walking/running alon...
Address: 107, Lebuh Victoria, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
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Take a taxi from Penang International Airport—about 17.9 km (22 min drive) to Rare Heritage House.
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