Macalister MansionvsMuntri Mews
Both Macalister Mansion and Muntri Mews are rated very highly by those who travel for a living. On balance, Macalister Mansion is preferred by most writers compared to Muntri Mews. Macalister Mansion ranks #8 in Penang with positive reviews from 4 publications like Condé Nast Traveler, Lonely Planet and Oyster.
Macalister Mansion
228 Macalister Road, Georgetown, Penang Island 10400, Malaysia
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler
"A colonial-era mansion turned eight-room hotel in buzzy George Town." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"With its grand white exterior and stunning designer interiors, the four-pearl Macalister Mansion is a special merger of Penang's British Colonial legacy with a luxury lifestyle experience." Full review
Time Out
"Located just outside the heritage zone, Macalister Mansion stands out in its white splendour. As you enter the driveway you can imagine how the original owners must have lived. " Full review
Lonely Planet
"One of George Town's more distinctive boutique hotels, Macalister Mansion offers 8 elegantly designed rooms in a lovely old house that's been given a slick contemporary makeover." Full review
Muntri Mews
77 Lebuh Muntri, Georgetown, Penang Island 10020, Malaysia
From $74/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
The Telegraph
7.0
"A stylish and comfortable boutique hotel, Muntri Mews is easy walking distance to George Town’s main attractions." Full review
Time Out
"The simple interior provide clean comfort with four poster beds upstairs and double mattressed, 9-foot beds downstairs. The tropical lush garden terrace entry provides a welcoming retreat." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A breezy, spacious shophouse boasting four suites, three of which can sleep up to four" Full review
Lonely Planet
"This building’s original owners would no doubt be shocked to learn that their former stablehouse (mews) is today an attractive boutique hotel." Full review