Eastern & Oriental HotelvsQueen's Hostel
Both properties are praised by professional travelers. On balance, Eastern & Oriental Hotel is the choice of most writers compared to Queen's Hostel. Eastern & Oriental Hotel comes in at #1 in Penang with recommendations from 5 sources like Oyster, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.
Eastern & Oriental Hotel
10 Farquhar Street, Georgetown, Penang Island 10200, Malaysia
From $167/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Oyster
Luxury
"The 100-room, historic Eastern & Oriental Hotel has been in operation since the height of the British Empire when George Town was an important harbor and trading hub." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Like a venerable old relative, the E&O wears its illustrious heritage proudly." Full review
Hideaway Report
92.0
"Legendary hotel dating from 1885 situated in George Town, the capital of the island of Penang." Full review
Time Out
"Everything here harks to an opulent British past but the old-fashioned (intentionally so) rooms do now come with TVs, telephones and every conceivable modcon. " Full review
Lonely Planet
"Dating back to 1885, the E&O is one of those rare hotels for which historic opulence has gracefully moved into the present day." Full review
Queen's Hostel
20 & 22 Lebuh Queen, Georgetown, Penang Island 10200, Malaysia
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Air Conditioning
- Baggage storage
- Safe
Time Out
"The highlight is the dorm itself, sprawled with thick comfy mattresses divided by make shift curtains for privacy." Full review
Lonely Planet
"If you're a female backpacker concerned about sharing a mixed-sex dorm, this women-only hostel will suit you fine." Full review