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Macalister Terraces Hotel

2.5 star property
City-center hotel within walking distance of The Top at Komatar

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At Macalister Terraces Hotel, immerse yourself in art and culture with an on-site gallery, a hair salon to refresh your look, and a convenient laundry facility. Located close to The Top at Komatar and Armenian Street, this hotel offers free self parking, express check-in services for added convenience. Guests rave about the attentive staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Beach shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Hair salon
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $54
includes taxes & fees
$48 per night
Apr 29 - Apr 30

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
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Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Suite

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Vintage Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Heritage Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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71, Lorong Macalister, George Town, Penang, 10400

What's nearby

  • KOMTAR - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Penang Times Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gurney Plaza - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Penang Hill - 8 min drive - 7.2 km

Getting around

  • Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 30 min drive
  • Penang Sentral - 31 min drive
  • Tasek Gelugor Station - 36 min drive
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Restoran Zim Sum 点心之家 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Luk Yea Yan Vegetarian Restaurant 鹿野苑素食馆 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sin Seow Fong Lye Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Richard Rivalee Nyonya Cuisine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kek Seng Coffee Shop - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Macalister Terraces Hotel

Macalister Terraces Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from KOMTAR and Gurney Drive. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Gurney Plaza and Penang Hill are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 20 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Express check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Offsite

    • Beach shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Art gallery on site

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch Smart TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: MYR 100 per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay

Also known as

Macalister Terraces
Macalister Terraces Hotel Hotel
Macalister Terraces Hotel George Town
Macalister Terraces Hotel Hotel George Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Macalister Terraces Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Macalister Terraces Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Macalister Terraces Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Macalister Terraces Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Macalister Terraces Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in is available.

What is there to do at Macalister Terraces Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.

What's the area around Macalister Terraces Hotel like?

Macalister Terraces Hotel is in Downtown George Town, a short 6-minute walk from KOMTAR and 8 minutes' walk from Penang Times Square.

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Macalister Terraces Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful stay, perfect place !

Amazing place, lovely staff ! Very clean, great location. Perfect place to stay, will return anytime !
Sylvain, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute small hotel with wonderful staff, clean and good location.
BONNA, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Book this place now!

100% book this place!! Was amazing from the moment we walked in. We were greeted with a complimentary drink by the amazing Liza. Liza was so helpful and went above and beyond for us. Informing us of the best places to visit etc. we were given an upgrade when we arrived which was amazing. The room was clean, modern, comfortable and the WiFi was strong. Thank you Liza you were incredible!
Tathan, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel

Liza is a truly wonderful manager. She went above and beyond to help us including excellent restaurant suggestions. The hotel is very nicely presented and the beds and sheets great quality. For us the only drawback was the room not having a window. It is a beautiful old restored building so this is the reality for this type of boutique hotel. That said, once the air conditioning was cranked up the room was fine. We would not recommend hiring a driver via the hotel to tour the city. It would be better to go with someone who speaks English and who can explain a bit about the city.
Sybella, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place, close to many things, staff helpful.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good place to stay

Great location, handy for free bus or walking into old town. Concierge very helpful.
ANNE, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location as it is walking distance to many place of interest. Staff is friendly and room is clean.
Jojo Soh, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

To me, the hotel was the highlight of George Town.
Tong-Il, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location is good , close to donate, street food 10 mins away . Quiet neighborhood
Pei, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good

Location is convenient, walkable to old town area. Located in a quiet street. Everything's ok, but not outstanding. Some staff very nice and helpful. Overall, its worthwhile to stay.
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff had worked above and beyond for us. Especially Lisa (front office).
Navneet, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect hotel in Georgetown

Superb hotel. Brilliantly located. Fabulous manager/owner
J j, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff, that accommodated all your needs. Very close to the historical center of the City. Very reasonable price
Walter, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

pretty close to Cafés, restaurants and sightseeing, parking is a life-saver in Georgetown
Sylvia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming&Cute

Lovely place and I would highly recommend it as it’s very central to everything such as restaurants, food courts, shops, clinics, hospitals, bakeries, coffee shops, etc. It’s very spacious, clean, and the staff there are extremely helpful!
5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great little hotel, very boutique focused, great street art throughout the lobby. Lisa the manager was extremely helpful and gave great advice on where to go and where to eat. Only downside was no bar or anywhere near by to go for a drink but saying there’s plenty of fabulous eateries very close. Would recommend if you want a small and quiet place to stay right in town.
Fiona, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Need laundry facilities.
Krison, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sanctuary in George Town

After 24 hours solid travelling the Terraces was a welcoming sanctuary for us to recover on the first night and thereafter a well located base for our visit to George Town. The hotel only provides rooms which is no problem with so many good eating places around. Everything was very good quality and well maintained. The artwork in the lobby was fun. All in all, a very enjoyable stay.
Timothy, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice building rooms had all you needed. Safe didnt work but stored at the front desk. Housekeeping was just ok
Robert, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a rare find. We loved the coziness of this hotel. Lisa at the front desk was exceptionally helpful pointing us to places we could go and eat. If you are after local hawker fare they are just a 10 min walk away. Parking can be an issue as there are limited spaces but otherwise, this is an excellent little boutique hotel in the city.
Shagen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I really enjoyed the property; it was so clean, artistic, and felt like a museum. Also a plus everyone was so helpful. Parking easy right in front in spots, but I didn't drive, and I literally walked to everything while I waited to get check in. Can't wait till they open a bar upstairs. Also if you need car service or tours, they have it for you right at the desk so don't book anything online.
Stephanie, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not recommended

We booked a double- bed room but the hotel gave us a twin-bed room. They didn’t even mention it during the check-in until we reached the room. We requested to change the room but the staff said there is no other room available. The room was not very clean as well, bed sheet was stained and the slippers provided was not entirely new…
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location to eating places. All within walking distant. New lane, Kimberley food street. Chowraster markets, Clear Line Nasi Kandar .. all nearby. The hotel is an heritage venue.. the suite are actually adjoining rooms which gives good space and privacy for 4 pax. The wooden antiquity wardrobe doors creaks. And toilet doors creaks too. We stayed at the ground floor rooms facing the parking lot. Could be noisy at night when people talked loudly at the carpark. But it’s just our lock on that particular day. Otherwise it’s super convenient to walk from street to the room.
Alex Wai Choon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sarah, 2-night trip