Lone Pine HotelvsThe Edison George Town, Penang
Both properties are praised by travel writers. Overall, Lone Pine Hotel ranks significantly better than The Edison George Town, Penang. Lone Pine Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 91 with positive reviews from 4 reviewers such as The Telegraph, Fodor's and Time Out.
Lone Pine Hotel
97 Batu Ferringhi, Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island 11100, Malaysia
From $130/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"A distinct colonial charm; white wooden shutters go well with the ocean-inspired contemporary artwork. The 90 rooms offer a mixture of seafront terraces, balconies, and private courtyards." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Dating back to the 1940s, this is one of Batu Ferringhi’s oldest – and best – resorts." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The only boutique hotel on Penang’s Batu Ferringhi beach." Full review
Time Out
"The tall casuarina trees provide shade and a lovely view, while the hammocks are a popular afternoon escape. Rooms are airy and either face the sea or garden, and there are family-sized options." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This is one of Batu Ferringhi’s oldest and best resorts. The 90 rooms are spacious and bright; a few offer personal plunge pools or private gardens. The grounds have a stately, national-park-like feel" Full review
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