Bayview Beach ResortvsStraits Collection
Both Bayview Beach Resort and Straits Collection are recommended by writers. On balance, Straits Collection scores slightly better than Bayview Beach Resort. Straits Collection comes in at #26 in Penang with approval from 3 sources such as Time Out, Travel + Leisure and Lonely Planet.
Bayview Beach Resort
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island 11100, Malaysia
From $32/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet
"At the western, and quieter, end of the beach, this is a gigantic place set in lovely palm-filled gardens." Full review
Time Out
"Cousin of the Bayview Hotel in George Town, this tasteful beach resort has 360 rooms and suites that overlook the scenic bay of Batu Ferringhi." Full review
Straits Collection
89-95 Armenian Street, Georgetown, Penang Island 10200, Malaysia
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Kitchenette
- Air Conditioning
- Refrigerator
Travel + Leisure
"Capitalizing on the city’s evocative history, owner Narelle McMurtrie converted two rows of Chinese shop houses into 10 suites that call to mind early-20th-century Asia." Full review
Time Out
"The residences are along charming Armenian Street and have been fully renovated with air-conditioning and all the creature comforts you'd need to make it a luxurious holiday. " Full review
Lonely Planet
"If, after having explored George Town, you have fantasies of living in a restored Chinese shophouse, then consider a stay here." Full review