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Yeng Keng Hotel

3.5 star property
Boutique hotel with outdoor pool, near Pasar Chowrasta

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Located near Pasar Chowrasta, Yeng Keng Hotel offers a warm welcome with a coffee shop/cafe and on-site restaurant. Relax by the outdoor pool or explore the garden, while enjoying in-room WiFi and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

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Courtyard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 22.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Family Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 29.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Classic Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Chulia)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Courtyard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Courtyard Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

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Chulia Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
362 & 366, Chulia Street, World Heritage City of George Town, George Town, Penang, 10200

What's nearby

  • The Top at Komatar - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Pinang Peranakan Mansion - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • KOMTAR - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Padang Kota Lama - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gurney Drive - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.) - 27 min drive
  • Penang Sentral - 29 min drive
  • Tasek Gelugor Station - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sky Restaurant 青天饭店 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wai Kei Cafe 槐記蜜味燒臘 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Pokok - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Yeng Keng Café and Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kuih Nyonya Moh Teng Pheow - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Yeng Keng Hotel

When you stay at Yeng Keng Hotel, you'll be a short five-minute drive from KOMTAR and Gurney Drive. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Yeng Keng Cafe and Bar, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, Malay
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 19 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site extended parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag or hen parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1850
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors
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Special features

Dining

Yeng Keng Cafe and Bar – This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
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Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: MYR 250 per night

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from March 18 2025 to March 28 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Swimming pool

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Hotel Yeng Keng
Yeng Keng
Yeng Keng Hotel
Yeng Keng Hotel Penang
Yeng Keng Penang
Yeng Keng Hotel Penang/George Town
Yeng Keng Hotel George Town
Yeng Keng George Town
Yeng Keng Hotel Hotel
Yeng Keng Hotel George Town
Yeng Keng Hotel Hotel George Town

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Yeng Keng Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. The swimming pool will be unavailable from March 18 2025 to March 28 2025 (dates subject to change).

Are pets allowed at Yeng Keng Hotel?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Yeng Keng Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Yeng Keng Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge.

What is there to do at Yeng Keng Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Yeng Keng Hotel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Yeng Keng Cafe and Bar.

What's the area around Yeng Keng Hotel like?

Yeng Keng Hotel is in Downtown George Town, a short 12-minute walk from KOMTAR and 10 minutes' walk from 1st Avenue Mall.

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Yeng Keng Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

We loved this hotel. The hotel is beautiful and the staff are lovely. Its in a great location and has lots of spots to relax.
Kay-Sheree, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous staff and hotel
Martin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Fabulous hotel. All the staff were friendly cans helpful. The room had all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. I didn’t use the swimming pool but it looked very clean, evetywhere was very clean.
Cynthia, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice property!
Rachel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great restoration of this old building.
Chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jewel in George Town
I loved this boutique hotel. The building is very pretty, the service is excellent, special thanks to Dev, he goes out of his way to make your stay perfect. The location is perfect, breakfast is just ok but overall it’s a an amazing place. I definitely recommend this place.
carlos, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our 4 nights stay. Convenient location, friendly staff and clean facilities. Very memorable experience to stay in a heritage hotel with good environment and friendly staff.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Yeng Keng Excellence
The Yeng Keng is an excellent hotel in a superb location in Penang. The decoration is beautiful, with very comfortable furnishings and it i Is in a perfect location in the heart of the city. We had a medical emergency here and the staff went out of their way to help and accommodate us for a longer stay.
Richard, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very unique and beautiful boutique hotel with exceptional staff members. I couldn’t ask for more. Location was perfect for people who want to explore the area by walking.
Yin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service, very nice small boutique hotel right in the middle of Georgetown.
Ed, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Really nice heritage hotel with beautiful decorations, friendly helpful staff, great breakfast. Great central location. Loved it
Gary, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay in a nice restored unique property
We had great welcoming on arrival. Customer Service was outstanding, including very nice breakfast. Lovely property and very nice atmosphere, close to shops, bars and restaurants. Strongly recommend.
Michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved staying here. The whole experience from Check in to check out was amazing. The old world charms was perfect. Very comfortable accommodation close to great spots to eat and drink. Would happily stay there again if we return to Georgetown.
Nicole, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay .. next time will stay longer
Sabariah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is beautifully furnished, with modern bathrooms and tall ceilings. We occupied one of the suites on the second floor that offered a separate living room area in addition to the bedroom. Very friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable staff! Great location near historic sites!
Mariana, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant. Will definitely stay here again.
Tim, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A gem of a hotel
We had the most amazing stay in Penang. The hotel is very well situated so close to everything we wanted to do and see. The pool was especially welcoming after being out and about! Couldn’t fault the staff - they were ALL fantastic.
Ian, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is incredibly pleasant, with notably friendly and courteous staff, particularly those working at the reception and restaurant.

6/10 Good

Morning noisy cos workers working outside. Room small,
Poh Choo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staffs excellent service and attention to details! A bit noisy at night as near to surrounding nightspots.
Jien Hung, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It's a beautiful boutique hotel in the middle of a fascinating city. Great staff.
Stephen, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff is very friendly
lysander, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and friendly staff. It is a beautiful hotel with old furniture that bring back my childhood memories.
Lim, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed being so close to all the things to see and do in Georgetown. It was great being able to walk everywhere.
Elizabeth, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Yeng Keng is a fabulous hotel , even more special as its run by the nicest staff you could ever wish to meet .Nothing is ever too much trouble for any of them.
David, 5-night trip