Travelers tee off on an 18-hole golf course, cool down at the swim-up bar, and gather with family over international cuisine at five distinct restaurants
Hotel Equatorial Penang, in Bayan Lepas, offers a retreat with an outdoor pool, fitness classes, and rejuvenating spa treatments like facials and massages. Perfect for families seeking relaxation.
Luxury family-friendly hotel located in Bayan Lepas
Take advantage of a free roundtrip airport shuttle, an adjacent golf course, and a swim-up bar at Hotel Equatorial Penang. Get out on the links at this hotel and enjoy amenities such as a driving range and a restaurant with golf course views. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a facial, aromatherapy, or reflexology. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include racquetball/squash. In addition to a poolside bar and a terrace, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and 2 outdoor tennis courts
An electric car charging station, express check-out, and express check-in
Room features
All 413 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Pillowtop mattresses, down comforters, and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Rainfall showers, separate tubs/showers, and free toiletries
LCD TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Equator Club Lounge]
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 11 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 150.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: MYR 200 per night
A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately MYR 55 for adults and MYR 34 for children
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: MYR 150.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Parking height restrictions apply
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Equatorial Penang have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–9:00 PM.
Is Hotel Equatorial Penang pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Hotel Equatorial Penang?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Hotel Equatorial Penang?
Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does Hotel Equatorial Penang provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 5 AM–6 PM at scheduled times.
Where is Hotel Equatorial Penang located?
This family-friendly George Town hotel is located near the airport, within 2 mi (3 km) of Penang International Sports Arena and University of Science-Malaysia. RECSAM and Institute Pendidikan Guru is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Superb service from the staffs
Well maintained
Limited Breakfast choice
Sab
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
Sukhdev Singh
Dec 28, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Disappointed with the stay
Overall it was satisfactory. But for a 5 star hotel, they are really below mark. I think the service providers did their best within their means but there could be lack of proper supervision, management and leadership in this hotel. Rooms were clean, bathroom was clean, but the restaurant service was poor and also during breakfast time. Eg the waiter used his hand during toasting the bread. Also I gave the ice pack (used to store some special medicine while travelling) to be kept in the freezer as there was no freezer in the room. The refrigerator was inadequate to keep the ice pack cold. On the 4th day when I got it back, the ice pack had already melted as they did not put it in the freezer. The instruction that I gave to the Duty Manager (Farish) was not complied with. It was quite shocking. I would not recommend this hotel as a 5 star hotel mainly due to poor service and the attitude of the staff at the front desk who did not show the due care when I complained about the ice pack. I got the answer “the management having meeting”. I expected as least someone from the management should quickly come up to hear my complain when it is fresh. Feedback like this was very useful to the hotel but they lost the opportunity.
Definitely the luxury hotel to go to in Penang....for a retreat !
The beautiful Bkt Jambul Golf course is just " next door " and Kampachi at lower ground serves Japanese cuisine choices including the wonderful wagyu beef !
I loved the waterfalls and gardens on the property. It was exquisite. The view of the golf course from my room was lovely.
Brittany
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
Jan 16, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Food is good. However, hotel needs some upgrading works.
1) room smells musty. Probably because carpet is old
2) have some difficulty accessing room floor because hotel card doesn't work in one of the lift
3) room door knob needs repair
Very happy with our stay. The kids loved it too. A great place to stay. Excellent condition, very very helpful staff. Their local knowledge is fantastic. Service is A++. Food is great too. All in all 6 out of 5 star. :)
Hey!! I’m so glad to stay in this hotel!! All the things in this hotel is very well especially the staff serviced!! But still need to improve and check about the air conditioning in the room frequently ..
Big property. Built while ago but well maintained. Clean and satisfying stay. Water quality is good. Breakfast buffet was good. Property is located 10 min from the airport toward elevated near mountain area providing awesome view of town and sea. Parking area is big, well ventilated and safe.
The open space, fresh air, the garden and the pool were great. Its a very nice hotel with great service. We loved staying there.
The only low light is distance, the hotel was a 25 min drive from george town. But we always gound grab easily.
Overall, a very nice property. A bit far from Georgetown but close to the airport. Nice and quiet and costs only about 20 Ringit using grab to hit downtown. Nice pool. Squash court paint peels but this is a minor complaint.
A beautiful property where the indoor and outdoor merge. Beautiful greenery and decor. Lovely rooms with views over Penang. A choice of restaurants and a lovely pool area. Really enjoyed our stayed and extended it twice!
Service in one of the restaurants was slow. We are vegetarian and breakfast buffet was not accurately labelled. Not leaving enough towels in the bathroom. Not near any amenities so needed to get a taxi everywhere but taxis are so cheap!
Other than this would highly recommend staying here and would stay again. Great value for money!