Gelugor
George Town
Popular places to visit
Gurney Drive
During your trip to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Drive. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Penang Hill
Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below.
Gurney Plaza
During your visit to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Plaza. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.
Ferringgi Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ferringgi Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to George Town. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Queensbay Mall
During your visit to Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queensbay Mall. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Penang: The Top Penang Entry Ticket
Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket
Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour
Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town
Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Gelugor Hotel Deals
Iconic Marjorie Hotel, Penang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Everything was good but not sure about the lifts as it seems like they are not programmed well to distribute the usage. One lift service made about 6-7 stops just to go to the lobby from my 31st floor room. Isn’t the other lifts working?
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
Iconic Regency Service Residences - Managed by Iconic Hotel
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Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Ascott Gurney Penang
Spacious rooms, excellent location and functionality.. Nothing spectacular, but everything avaliable and walking distance for everything. Grab to everywhere is less than 10 minutes. Highly recommended if you want to be in Georgetown
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La
Clean hotel in a great location near restaurants and shops, with friendly staff—though luggage space is limited.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
The Granite Luxury Hotel
Large rooms excellent staff good AC poor fridge
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL
Clean room, breakfast was good n lots of varieties.
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gelugor
Sungai Dua
While Sungai Dua isn't home to many top sights, Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kampung Sungai Nibong
Kampung Sungai Nibong is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Queensbay Mall and Penang International Sports Arena while you're in town.
Taman Happy Valley
Though Taman Happy Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bats' Cave Temple and Penang Hill.
Relau
Relau might not have many top sights, but Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Bayan Baru
While Bayan Baru isn't home to many top sights, Penang International Sports Arena and Queensbay Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown George Town
Downtown George Town is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like KOMTAR and 1st Avenue Mall.
