23 Love LanevsMacalister Mansion
Both hotels are praised by professional reviewers. On balance, Macalister Mansion is the choice of most reviewers compared to 23 Love Lane. Macalister Mansion ranks #8 in Penang with recommendations from 4 sources such as Time Out, Condé Nast Traveler and Oyster.
23 Love Lane
23 Love Lane, Georgetown, Penang Island 10200, Malaysia
From $97/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Time Out
"A labour of love, this gorgeous boutique hotel underwent painstaking renovation to restore the original building's architecture and features." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Occupying a former mansion, its kitchen and stables, 23 Love Lane tastefully combines antique furniture and fixtures with modern design touches and arty accents." Full review
Macalister Mansion
228 Macalister Road, Georgetown, Penang Island 10400, Malaysia
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler
"A colonial-era mansion turned eight-room hotel in buzzy George Town." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"With its grand white exterior and stunning designer interiors, the four-pearl Macalister Mansion is a special merger of Penang's British Colonial legacy with a luxury lifestyle experience." Full review
Time Out
"Located just outside the heritage zone, Macalister Mansion stands out in its white splendour. As you enter the driveway you can imagine how the original owners must have lived. " Full review
Lonely Planet
"One of George Town's more distinctive boutique hotels, Macalister Mansion offers 8 elegantly designed rooms in a lovely old house that's been given a slick contemporary makeover." Full review