Eastern & Oriental HotelvsRoyale Chulan Penang
Both hotels are praised by professional travelers. Overall, Eastern & Oriental Hotel ranks significantly higher than Royale Chulan Penang. Eastern & Oriental Hotel comes in at 94 with positive reviews from 5 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, Oyster and Hideaway Report.
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
Royale Chulan Penang
No 1 & 2, Pengkalan Weld, Georgetown, Penang Island 10300, Malaysia
From $41/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Oyster
Upscale
"The upscale Royale Chulan Penang offers a traditionally elegant stay in a convenient, central location close to popular sights and restaurants." Full review
Time Out
"Guests can look forward to only the finest service and amenities that a four-star hotel offers such as contemporary bedrooms with a patio that overlooks its shiny swimming pool. " Full review