Merchant Hotel

3 stars
7.7
Good
based on 3625 reviews
3,625 reviews
55, Jalan Penang, George Town 10000, Malaysia
55, Jalan Penang, George Town
+60 4263 2828
Sat 07.11
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Sun 08.11
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, Merchant Hotel offers accommodations in Penang. The hotel features a sun terrace with views of the sea. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Air-conditioned rooms are fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV. Certain rooms have a seating area and open up to views of the city. The en suite bathroom includes a bath or shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant. The 24-hour front desk and luggage storage service are available for guests. Merchant Hotel is situated 280 metres from both the Penang Heritage Gallery and Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion. It is also 450 metres from the culturally-rich Chinatown and 1.5 km from the Wonderfood Museum, Little India and Fort Cornwallis. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 18.2 km from the property.
7.7
Good
3625 reviews

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Amenities at Merchant Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries
  • Airport shuttle

Reviews of Merchant Hotel

7.7
Good
3625 verified ratings
Wonderful
1202
Very good
796
Good
717
Okay
353
Fair
233
Mediocre
146
Poor
178

Summary of reviews

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Guests consistently praised the hotel's excellent location near attractions, restaurants, and local food spots, making it convenient for both leisure and business travelers. Cleanliness and comfortable beds were frequently highlighted, and many found the hotel to be good value for the price. While staff service received some positive mentions, several guests noted issues with breakfast quality and variety, as well as occasional maintenance or room comfort concerns. Overall, the hotel is recommended for its strategic location, cleanliness, and affordability.
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Location10 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Value for Price8.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort8 out of 10
Breakfast3 out of 10
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7.1
Good
Yann, Oct 2017
Pros (+) Staff very helfull
Cons (-) Fair price but after adding: 10% service charge 6% vat 10rm city tax 2rm gouv. Tax It came out not worth to come there. Its not the hotel, but really feel like scammed by malaysia by all this laws. On...
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Location

55, Jalan Penang, George Town 10000

What's nearby

  • Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion165 m
  • Arulmigu Sri Mahamariamman Temple0.7 km
  • KOMTAR Tower0.8 km
  • Batik Painting Museum Penang0.8 km
  • Khoo Kongsi Temple0.8 km
  • Penang City Hall0.9 km
  • Pinang Peranakan Mansion0.9 km
  • Fort Cornwallis1.2 km
  • Penang Ferry Terminal1.4 km
  • Penang Jetty1.4 km
  • Stadium Bandaraya Pulau Pinang2.3 km
  • Gurney Drive2.8 km

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Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Which month has the cheapest rates at Merchant Hotel?

The cheapest month to stay at Merchant Hotel is September, with an average nightly rate of ₪109. The most expensive month is March at ₪172 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Merchant Hotel?

The cheapest day to book Merchant Hotel is Monday, with an average nightly rate of ₪101. The most expensive day is Wednesday at ₪192 per night.

FAQs when booking at Merchant Hotel

  • Where is Merchant Hotel located?

    Merchant Hotel is located at 55, Jalan Penang, 0.6 km from the center of George Town. Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion is the closest landmark to Merchant Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Merchant Hotel?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Merchant Hotel.

  • Does Merchant Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Merchant Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Merchant Hotel offer free parking?

    Yes, Merchant Hotel offers free parking.

  • How far is Merchant Hotel from the airport?

    Merchant Hotel is 15.1 km from Penang Intl. Merchant Hotel is 85.9 km from Alor Setar.

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Distance to airport

7.8
0.6 km
Penang Intl
15.1 km

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