Merchant Hotel - George Town

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Merchant Hotel - George Town
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Overview

Located just a 5-minute stroll from Cheong Fatt Tze, Merchant Hotel George Town ensures hassle-free stays by offering 24-hour reception and late check-out service. Located within a few blocks of the unique heritage museum "Pinang Peranakan Mansion", the 3-star hotel features 24-hour security service and a luggage locker.

Location

The George Town hotel lies in a historic area, merely 0.6 miles from The Camera Museum. The Merchant George Town is about 5 minutes by foot from CAT Lebuh Muntri bus stop and fairly close to the disused Christian Old Protestant Cemetery. You can easily find New Lane Street Foodstalls a mere 0.7 miles from the property.

For those traveling from afar, Penang International airport is 19 minutes' drive away.

Rooms

All smoke-free rooms at the Merchant are equipped with free wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with a mini bar fridge, coffee and tea making equipment for self-catering. A bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower, along with a hairdryer and bath sheets, are provided.

Eat & Drink

This George Town hotel invites guests to try American dishes at the American-style restaurant onsite. Choose from an unlimited choice of Asian dishes at Laksalicious which is just moments from Merchant Hotel.

Leisure & Business

Alternatively, guests can exercise in a fitness center.

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Private parking is possible on site for free.
is available in for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs MYR 30 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:97
Former name
Merchant
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Rooms and availability

Guest Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
Deluxe King Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Restaurant

Coffee shop

TV

Flat-screen TV

Elevator
Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Stores/Commercial services

Dining

  • Restaurant

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Merchant Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 38 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 10.9 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Penang, PEN

Location

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55, Jalan Penang, George Town, Malaysia
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55, Jalan Penang, George Town, Malaysia
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Museums
Cheong Fatt Tze
100 yd
Jalan Penang
Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar
100 yd
Lebuh Chulia
Chulia Street
100 yd
Amusement Park
The Top Penang
100 yd
Mosque
Kapitan Keling Mosque
100 yd
Cemetery
Old Protestant Cemetery
100 yd
Restaurant
Red Garden Food Paradise & Night Market
100 yd
Restaurant
Nasi Kandar Line Clear
100 yd
Restaurant
Rollney Penang
100 yd
Restaurant
Kong Thai Lai
100 yd
Restaurant
Only Mee
100 yd
Restaurant
Red Garden Satay & Chicken Wing
100 yd
Restaurant
Restoran Sup Hameed
100 yd
Restaurant
Roti Canai
100 yd

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FAQ about Merchant Hotel

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the Merchant Hotel?
Staying at the Merchant Hotel, you shouldn't miss George Town's main landmarks, Chew Jetty and Fort Cornwallis, located within 17 and 14 minutes on foot respectively.
What popular attractions are closest to Merchant Hotel hotel?
Staying at Merchant Hotel hotel, guests will have a chance to visit Chulia Street located just 5 minutes' walk from the property, and attend the closeby attractions, Kapitan Keling Mosque (0.2 miles) and The Top Penang (0.3 miles).
Does the hotel provide an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle which will take you to the hotel with a 19-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Is there free parking in the George Town hotel?
Yes, at the George Town hotel parking is provided on site for free.
Are there any dining facilities close to the Merchant Hotel hotel?
Guests of the Merchant Hotel hotel can enjoy a meal in the nearby restaurant Laksalicious (400 feet away) offering a low price point.
Does Merchant Hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of Merchant Hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the 3-star Merchant Hotel?
Guests of the 3-star Merchant Hotel can check in from 3 PM to 11.59 PM and check out from 12 PM. Late check-in is also possible by prior arrangement with the property.
How much does a room in the hotel cost?
In the historic Georgetown district, 3-star hotels offer an average nightly rate of $55. Rooms at the hotel are $17 cheaper than the city average at only $38/night.
What payment methods are accepted in the 3-star Merchant Hotel?
Payment methods in the 3-star Merchant Hotel include:
  • сash
  • Mastercard
  • Visa
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 3-star Merchant Hotel hotel?
Every room at the 3-star Merchant Hotel hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' entertainment.
Is the George Town hotel equipped with amenities for persons with disabilities?
Yes, the George Town hotel provides wheelchair access and rooms with accessible facilities to improve the experience for the guests with special needs.
Which facilities are provided in the 3-star Merchant Hotel hotel?
Top locations of the 3-star Merchant Hotel hotel include baggage storage and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with luggage storage and 24-hour security.
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