Title: Visit Sungai Ara: Best of Sungai Ara Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Sungai Ara](https://expedia.ca/Sungai-Ara-Hotels.d3000751835.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Sungai Ara](https://expedia.ca/Sungai-Ara-Vacation-Rentals.d3000751835.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Things to do in Sungai Ara](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sungai-Ara.d3000751835.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Sungai Ara Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Sungai-Ara.d3000751835.Car-Rental-Guide)[Sungai Ara Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Sungai-Ara.d3000751835.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Sungai Ara ## Travel Guide ![Special western food, such as bacon waffle and spicy spaghetti in a small local restaurant. Nice place for hang out with group of friends. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139012/d4af2d77-3319-45f7-bba6-c47410ef1320.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Sungai Ara Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_3000751835) - Sungai Ara Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Sungai Ara ![The Granite Luxury Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18370000/18364400/18364333/d2b16904_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Granite Luxury Hotel 191\. Jalan Magazine George Town CA $91 CA $114 total Mar 16 - Mar 17 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (244 reviews) Close to malls, tourist attractions, great location for restaurants. Supermarket also close by, plus the usual 7 eleven for necessities. They have coin operated washers and dryers in site, best of all are the staff, such really nice people. Would definitely stay again. Spotlessly clean throughout ... Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F03%2F2026&endDate=17%2F03%2F2026&selected=18364333&PinnedHotelID=18364333&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000751835) ![Eastern And Oriental Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/791200/791156/85f43552_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Eastern And Oriental Hotel 10 Lebuh Farquhar George Town Penang CA $319 CA $381 total Apr 15 - Apr 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Clean, large room with great Seaview. Lots of restaurants/food options nearby. Great street art to view while on a walk. Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F04%2F2026&endDate=16%2F04%2F2026&selected=791156&PinnedHotelID=791156&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000751835) ![JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14500/14457/ac699818_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La Magazine Road George Town Penang CA $104 CA $128 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) The reception staff n porter personnels are all very friendly n helpful in resolving customers problems whether is small or big. Hotel location is very convenient to attractions, eateries, Chinatown, bus interchange n the free CAT bus services that serve the Georgetown city. Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=14457&PinnedHotelID=14457&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000751835) [See all 1,067 properties in Sungai Ara](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F03%2F2026&endDate=17%2F03%2F2026®ionId=3000751835) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![The Granite Luxury Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18370000/18364400/18364333/d2b16904_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Granite Luxury Hotel 191\. Jalan Magazine George Town Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (244 reviews) Close to malls, tourist attractions, great location for restaurants. Supermarket also close by, plus the usual 7 eleven for necessities. They have coin operated washers and dryers in site, best of all are the staff, such really nice people. Would definitely stay again. Spotlessly clean throughout ... Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/George-Town-Hotels-M-Summit-191-Executive-Hotel-Suites.h18364333.Hotel-Information) ![lyf Georgetown Penang](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110550000/110540600/110540585/68dd6492_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### lyf Georgetown Penang No. 2A Jalan Penang, Seksyen 14 George Town Penang Stay at this aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions KOMTAR and Gurney Drive are ... 9/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews) It’s a good but not great property. Clean with a nice lobby and access to lots of restaurants and shops. I would stay here again, but it’s not my first choice in George Town. My favorite thing about the hotel is that it was washing machines and dryers! Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Lyf-Georgetown-Penang.h110540585.Hotel-Information) ![Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102190000/102188200/102188111/61458e0c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Marriott Executive Apartments, Penang 55 Persiaran Gurney George Town Penang Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in George Town. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are ... [](https://expedia.ca/George-Town-Hotels-Marriott-Executive-Apartments.h102188111.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Sungai Ara](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000751835&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Sungai Ara hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000751835&startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16)[Mar 15 - Mar 16](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000751835&startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000751835&startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17)[Mar 16 - Mar 17](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000751835&startDate=2026-03-16&endDate=2026-03-17) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000751835&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026)[Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000751835&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Metropolitan, skyscraper, skyline building by the shore of Gurney Drive, George Town, Penang; Shutterstock ID 429264034; PO: Hcom Destination Content neighborhoods; Client: Hotels.com; Other: Hcom bra](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204190/f9a07766-7c35-4e0d-b924-dc0f5953d0e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gurney Drive During your trip to George Town, you can do some window-shopping at Gurney Drive. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Gurney-Drive-George-Town.d6204190.Vacation-Attraction) ![KOMTAR which includes a high-rise building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113866/e2b85d5a-b98d-480a-ae1f-6462fa74db10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### KOMTAR Penang’s tallest building offers spectacular views and plenty of entertainment. [](https://expedia.ca/KOMTAR-Downtown-George-Town.d6113866.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sa sA, testing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6139012/45e29acf-83d3-493d-8b9b-03718e8b9e20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Queensbay-Mall-Bayan-Lepas.d6113884.Vacation-Attraction) ![Penang Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220540/f722a5b1-7f19-4de0-8c8d-b5090e2d6837.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Penang Hill Zoom up this hill in a modern funicular car to visit historic sites and enjoy panoramic views of George Town far below. [](https://expedia.ca/Penang-Hill-George-Town.d6220540.Vacation-Attraction) ![Nothing says fish chips like these. Actually I got these because I think they locals eat PoPo fish flavored chips if they want their babies to grow up to be Police Officers. LOL](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056055/e39f7213-f1bb-4c3f-9d06-fec9d4717e8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Gurney-Plaza-Downtown-George-Town.d6113858.Vacation-Attraction) ![Spectacular sunset at the Straits of Malacca makes the travelling worthwhile. If you stay in one of the luxury hotels lining the beach, do get a beach facing unit with a balcony.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/319626934390621899/4efc9dc3-20a6-4789-b96d-adf244d18dce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Ferringgi-Beach-George-Town.d6056054.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![ESCAPE](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/893133/3a1f3325-c972-4433-8c8a-e741c4c33daa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Malaysia: ESCAPE Penang Entry Ticket CA $76 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/malaysia-escape-penang-entry-ticket.a893133.activity-details) ![eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46752139/5e96e998-ea90-4a3c-9ae6-8baa3e87714e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package CA $3 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/esim-airalo-malaysia-package.a46752139.activity-details) ![The Top Penang Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48708015/083eb192-6d6a-4e75-86ad-20b9d8f022a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Malaysia Penang George Town: The Top Penang Entry Ticket CA $19 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/malaysia-penang-george-town-the-top-penang-entry-ticket.a48708015.activity-details) ![Cycling along the beautiful river](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/709711/730a0d1c-dd6e-4369-bf48-4213e6eab629.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half-Day Penang Countryside Cycling Tour CA $43 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-penang-countryside-cycling-tour.a709711.activity-details) ![Comfortable seating at the Penang International Airport Lounge in Malaysia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/249730/ff7fc022-f907-4e63-8131-2cfb3e4c96f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plaza Premium Lounge at Penang International Airport (PEN) CA $60 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/plaza-premium-lounge-at-penang-international-airport-pen.a249730.activity-details) ![Main Facade](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1316552/cbc6088a-5c7a-4007-8fab-39e5952cd41e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town CA $9 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-tour-of-cheong-fatt-tzes-blue-mansion-in-george-town.a1316552.activity-details) [See all activities in Sungai Ara](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Sungai-Ara.d3000751835.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Sungai Ara ![George Town featuring heritage elements and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6023813/294e0b00-0fbd-4e99-853e-475ed6dd7974.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### George Town ![Beautiful view of George Town from Penang Hill. Panorama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6056057/8a8c42d6-ede4-407e-aa6f-1f8f62a9e240.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bukit Jambul ![Nature at its best❤️](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336183/0290ee9c-8b17-4a42-a1af-19efc1dbc6d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mukim 12 Bayan Lepas - Cities near Sungai Ara - Places of interest [George Town](https://expedia.ca/George-Town.dx6023813)[Bukit Jambul](https://expedia.ca/Bukit-Jambul.dx6056057)[Mukim 12 Bayan Lepas](https://expedia.ca/Mukim-12-Bayan-Lepas.dx553248635976432197) - [KOMTAR ](https://expedia.ca/KOMTAR-Downtown-George-Town.d6113866.Vacation-Attraction) - [Penang Hill ](https://expedia.ca/Penang-Hill-George-Town.d6220540.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kek Lok Si Temple ](https://expedia.ca/Kek-Lok-Si-Temple-George-Town.d6113864.Vacation-Attraction) - [Pinang Peranakan Mansion ](https://expedia.ca/Pinang-Peranakan-Mansion-Downtown-George-Town.d6113880.Vacation-Attraction) - [Penang National Park ](https://expedia.ca/Penang-National-Park-George-Town.d6116166.Vacation-Attraction) - [Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm ](https://expedia.ca/Entopia-By-Penang-Butterfly-Farm-George-Town.d6325831.Vacation-Attraction) - [Fort Cornwallis ](https://expedia.ca/Fort-Cornwallis-Downtown-George-Town.d6113856.Vacation-Attraction) - [Pulau Tikus Market ](https://expedia.ca/Pulau-Tikus-Market-Downtown-George-Town.d6259007.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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