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Hotel Equatorial Penang
5 stars

Hotel Equatorial Penang

1 Jalan Bukit Jambul, George Town 11900, Malaysia
George Town, Malaysia
See location+60 4632 7000
8.4
Very good
based on 673 reviews
673 reviews
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This award-winning 5-star hotel provides numerous quality facilities, including free Wi-Fi, a Jacuzzi and an all-inclusive meal plan. It also offers private parking on site and disabled parking and Jerejak and Universiti Sains Malaysia are a brief car trip away.

Hotel Equatorial Penang has recently undergone refurbishment and features a waterfall pool, an outdoor pool and a butler service. Massage and beauty therapy are available at the hotel's day spa. Other amenities include 24-hour room service, a sauna and outdoor tennis courts.

This luxury hotel features rooms with an en suite bathroom, air conditioning and a TV. All offer a refrigerator, a private balcony and a mini bar.

Equatorial Penang's restaurant, Golden Phoenix, offers an informal ambiance, while nada lama is popular for its live entertainment and high tea and boasts garden views. Kampachi presents a fine dining experience, and serves Japanese cuisine in a contemporary, art deco and chic setting.

Within a 20-minute drive of Komtar and Penang International Airport, Equatorial Penang offers an airport shuttle service for its guests. Penang Hill is easily reached by car.

Rating
8.4
Very good
Based on 673 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Hotel Equatorial Penang

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee shop
  • Valet parking
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Child pool
  • Airport shuttle

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Shoeshine
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-out
  • Video conferencing
  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Multi-lingual staff
  • Accessible parking
  • Pets not allowed
  • Designated smoking area

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Hiking
  • Shops (on site)
  • Table tennis
  • Pool table

Fitness

  • Outdoor tennis
  • Fitness classes
  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis
  • Squash

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking (surcharge)
  • Valet parking
  • Shuttle service

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Restaurant
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee shop

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Health and safety

  • 24-hour security
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Child pool
  • Children's high chair

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioned

Media and entertainment

  • Cable or satellite TV

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer

Outdoor

  • Garden

General

  • Storage available

Reviews of Hotel Equatorial Penang

8.4
Very good
673 verified ratings
Wonderful
324
Very good
130
Good
125
Okay
51
Fair
23
Mediocre
14
Poor
6

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the great atmosphere and cleanliness of the hotel, with many highlighting the beautiful pool and gardens. However, several reviews mentioned issues with the location being far from attractions and the overall value for price not being satisfactory. Service was generally praised, contributing to a pleasant stay for many.
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Cleanliness9 out of 10
Atmosphere8.5 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Amenities8 out of 10
Value for Price3 out of 10
Location2.5 out of 10
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Location

1 Jalan Bukit Jambul, George Town 11900

What's nearby

  • Jambatan Pulau Pinang5 km
  • Kek Lok Si Temple6.9 km
  • Masjid Negeri Pulau Pinang8 km
  • Sri Aghora Veerapathra Temple8.4 km
  • Stadium Bandaraya Pulau Pinang8.9 km
  • Bukit Bendera9.8 km
  • KOMTAR Tower10 km
  • Penang Masonic Temple10.1 km
  • Khoo Kongsi Temple10.4 km
  • Batik Painting Museum Penang10.4 km
  • Penang Jetty10.7 km
  • Penang Ferry Terminal10.7 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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FAQs when booking at Hotel Equatorial Penang

  • Where is Hotel Equatorial Penang located?

    Hotel Equatorial Penang is located at 1 Jalan Bukit Jambul, 10.3 km from the centre of George Town. Jambatan Pulau Pinang is the closest landmark to Hotel Equatorial Penang.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Hotel Equatorial Penang?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Hotel Equatorial Penang.

  • Does Hotel Equatorial Penang offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Hotel Equatorial Penang offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Hotel Equatorial Penang from the airport?

    Hotel Equatorial Penang is 4.5 km from Penang Intl. Hotel Equatorial Penang is 95.8 km from Alor Setar.

  • Does Hotel Equatorial Penang have a pool?

    Yes, Hotel Equatorial Penang has a pool on-site.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.5

Distance to city centre

10.3 km

Nearest airport

Penang Intl

Distance to airport

4.5 km