The Edison George Town, PenangvsG Hotel Kelawai
Both hotels are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, G Hotel Kelawai is preferred by most writers compared to The Edison George Town, Penang. G Hotel Kelawai is ranked #16 in Penang with recommendations from 3 sources including Time Out, Lonely Planet and Oyster.
The Edison George Town, Penang
15 Lebuh Leith, George Town, Penang Island 10200, Malaysia
From $148/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
The Telegraph
8.0
"This boutique luxury hotel sees a heritage 20th-century mansion restored with beautiful Art Deco details and modern comforts, situated on the edge of a Unesco World Heritage site." Full review
Time Out
"Now a luxury hotel, The Edison has led several interesting past lives, from a tycoon’s private estate to a brothel, and an opium den to a dance hall during the British occupation" Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"The Edison George Town is a glorious 1906 mansion that’s just a short stroll from the World Heritage district in Malaysia’s bustling culinary capital." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Looking fabulous after a major overhaul, this spacious colonial building offers tastefully decorated rooms, a light-infused courtyard, high ceilings, latticed windows and a grand entrance." Full review
G Hotel Kelawai
2, Persiaran Maktab, George Town, Penang Island 10250, Malaysia
From $102/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Upscale
"The four-pearl G Hotel Kelawai is a modern, swish property located between two shopping malls and a 10-minute drive from the city’s heritage center." Full review
Time Out
"This second G Hotel in Penang has 208 rooms with innovative design and modern furniture." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The hipper sibling of the nearby G Hotel Gurney, this place is particularly popular with local visitors over the weekends, so book ahead if you wish to check in then." Full review