We actually already booked a guesthouse in Georgetown, but it was not like our expectation and the owner honestly admitted that his guesthouse wouldn't fit our mother, so we walked to Chulia to find a new accommodation. And thank God we found this hotel, which was worth every penny we paid. We ordered a room for three with three single... More

With Penang's George Town designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2008, it is a good idea to stay at one of the number of heritage hotels in and around Chulia Street. The Banana Boutique Hotel was my first venture into the historic Georgetown area having stayed in Penang's beach and Gurney Drive hotels before. They are all very different... More

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this atmospheric and friendly little hotel at the west end of Chulia Street, which has been renovated in a way that stays true to its traditional origins whilst introducing some tasteful modern touches. Our room (deluxe - double and single) was large and comfortable with beautiful dark wood furniture and a cool opaque multicoloured... More

Very decent low cost hotel. Friendly helpful staff, comfortable bed, sizable room, and plenty of power sockets. No complaints at all.

We found this little place only after strolling the wonderful Chulia Street in Georgetown, disappointed from our booked accommodation down the road. This place has some shocking reviews from its past life as a simple bunk in a room style, none of which can be compared with its current state of a freshly renovated, historic, Chinese styled Boutique Hotel. The... More

We stayed here for 4 nights in March 2012. We had a good time and loved Penang. The hotel is fine. A really lovely old building that has been very well restored. The desk staff were extremely helpful and friendly. My concern is that even with a 'superior room' it was dark and a bit drab. It was tastefully renovated... More

I was surprised when I first saw this hotel. The decorations and the architecture of this small hotel are impressive! The rooms are Ok (not great), but that is not so important since you feel like you are a time traveler ! Great position and very good food. Also very good value for the money!

Pros: - Being located on Chulia street was definitely a plus. At night, there are street food carts towards the left, or a food market area to the right. - Nice fountain with koi, and sitting areas. - Staff was friendly, nice. They were helpful with questions regarding where to go. - Cleanliness was fine, did not see any problems.... More

I stayed at the Banana Boutique Hotel with my husband and 5 month old baby recently. There is a nice fish pond and fountain at the ground floor. The receptionist is friendly and efficient and we were brought to our room on the top floor. The stairs leading to the top floor is wooden and very steep so you need... More