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Where to stay in Penang

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George Town (UNESCO core)

Heritage shophouses, street art and food streets — stay here to wake up inside the action.

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Batu Ferringhi / coast

Beach resorts and sunset walks, a half-hour from town.

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Gurney Drive area

Seafront promenades and famous hawker food near high-rise stays.

Getting around

Ride-hailing, trishaws and walking the core

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