In the heart of Downtown George Town, G Hotel Kelawai offers an oasis of luxury with its outdoor pool, sun loungers, and poolside bar. Savor Spoon's Asian cuisine buffet for breakfast or dinner and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Guests rave about the hotel's proximity to shopping and helpful staff.
Reviews
9.29.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
24-hour fitness center
Pool bar
Room service
Coffee shop/cafe
Business center
Meeting rooms
Airport shuttle
Feel at home (6)
Rollaway/extra beds
Private bathroom
Television
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Elevator
The current price is CNY854
CNY854
CNY944 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
Why we love this property
Culinary adventures
Asian flavors await at the 24-hour buffet restaurant with al fresco dining. This hotel also features a cafe and 2 bars. Buffet breakfast is available.
Robed relaxation
The hotel provides luxurious bathrobes in every room. Guests indulge with 24-hour room service and enjoy refreshments from the complimentary minibar.
One-stop Midlands Park Centre - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Pulau Tikus Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 32 min drive
Penang Sentral - 36 min drive
Tasek Gelugor Station - 39 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Nando's - 3 min walk
Arashi Shabu Shabu - 3 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min walk
Urban Republic - 2 min walk
Spoon - 2 min walk
About this property
G Hotel Kelawai
G Hotel Kelawai puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Gurney Plaza and Gurney Drive. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Spoon, which serves Asian cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a poolside bar, and a 24-hour fitness center. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and overall property condition.
At a glance
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Hotel size
208 rooms
Arranged over 24 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (18 years old and younger) not allowed
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free secured, covered onsite self parking
DONE
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge)
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Beach nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2015
Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour fitness center
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Accessible airport shuttle
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Free stocked minibar
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Dining
Spoon - This buffet restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open 24 hours.
Onsite venue #2 - This restaurant serves light fare only. Happy hour is offered.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: MYR 300 per night
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately MYR 34 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of MYR 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for MYR 160.0 per day
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay
Also known as
G Hotel Kelawai Penang
G Hotel Kelawai
G Kelawai Penang
G Kelawai
G Hotel Kelawai Penang/George Town
G Hotel Kelawai George Town
G Kelawai George Town
G Hotel Kelawai Hotel
G Hotel Kelawai George Town
G Hotel Kelawai Hotel George Town
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at G Hotel Kelawai?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at G Hotel Kelawai?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at G Hotel Kelawai?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by G Hotel Kelawai?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is MYR 100 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at G Hotel Kelawai?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at G Hotel Kelawai and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a 24-hour fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near G Hotel Kelawai?
Yes, Spoon offers alfresco dining and Asian cuisine.
What's the area around G Hotel Kelawai like?
G Hotel Kelawai is in Downtown George Town, a short 1-minute walk from Gurney Plaza and 7 minutes' walk from Gurney Drive. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Reviews
G Hotel Kelawai Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.4
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.2
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as very good, great, delicious, and excellent with a wide variety of options. (18 reviews)
The rooftop pool offers an amazing view and is a lovely place to relax. (14 reviews)
The property's gym is well-maintained, 24 hours accessible, and well-equipped. (8 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Popular mentions
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 6, 2026
Clean room and very convenient
Fairlen
Fairlen, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2026
Good location n very clean hotel
Antonio Pak Tat
Antonio Pak Tat, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2026
Highly recommended. Stayed 5 nights. Breakfast excellent. Many variety and staff very professional and helpful. Clean and comfortable room. Great location. Definitely will return again.
Hilda
Hilda, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2026
Rooms were nice with free soft drinks, convenient location and nice outdoor pool.
Ho Kei Brian
Ho Kei Brian, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 9, 2026
Ok clean overall and friendliness ..
Genri
Genri, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 23, 2026
The staff has been excellent. Courteous and friendly. Breakfast was great at the 2 properties
Lip
Lip, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2025
The room was spacious and comfortable. Staff were welcoming and cheerful. Breakfast had lots of variety. The location is close to most of the tourist attractions. We had a wonderful stay, highly recommended.
Bonnie
Bonnie, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 6, 2025
The hotel is run by a group of friendly and efficient staff. The room was superbly clean, and the breakfast was tasty with a good spread of both Western and Asian choices
Wai Kong
Wai Kong, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2025
Everything was incredible, staff warm and friendly. Room beautiful and clean, comfy bed. Best buffet breakfast and amazing pool.
Ana and Nigel
Ana and Nigel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2025
Room clean, next to two large malls and staff helpful and friendly.
Valentine
Valentine, 6-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2025
Convenient location
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2025
This is an excellent hotel, the staff are very nice and friendly. The room is clean & comfortable. They also provides buggy services to send us to Gurney Plaza and pick us back. I will definitely stay there again if I go to Penang in the future.
WAI YIN
WAI YIN, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 3, 2025
The Gurney Plaza and Gurney Paragon Malls are within 10 mins walking distance. So very convenient for shopping and many choices of eateries.
Room is clean and all the staff very friendly and helpful.
Kim Suan
Kim Suan, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 8, 2025
Stylish , modern and comfortable. The room is clean , the design feels fresh and the staff were friendly.
Loved the rooftop pool and the views from the gravity bar .
Great location close to malls, eateries and tourist spots.
For me this hotel is perfect for business trips and work travel not really a resort style place.
Khamit
Khamit, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 28, 2025
This hotel maintains a good management of G Hotel team but with a more affordable rate. It is still close to the two major shopping malls. The amenities were good and the rooms were nice. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Xiao
Xiao, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
Service from hotel staff was exceptional. Complimentary mini bar was great. Very convenient location
Josephine
Josephine, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 20, 2025
Good and convenient location
Erlina
Erlina, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2025
The entire stay was incredible, from check-in to check-out.
Upon arrival, we were welcomed with a selection of ice cream flavors to help beat the heat a thoughtful touch that immediately showcased the hotel’s attention to detail.
The room was spotless and beautifully maintained. The complimentary minibar was a lovely surprise, and we really appreciated how clearly the additional amenities available upon request were listed. another great detail.
Breakfast offered a wide variety of vegetarian options, and the F&B team was exceptionally attentive and welcoming.
The swimming pool was top-notch, very clean and perfect for a relaxing dip while enjoying the view.
Overall, it was an outstanding stay. Thank you for making our experience truly memorable.
Prinal
Prinal, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 8, 2025
Pleasant short stay
Hotel service is good and condition of room is generally clean and neat.
Fairlen
Fairlen, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2025
Great clean hotel near to 2 shopping mall n food court
Lay Mooi
Lay Mooi, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2025
This hotel boasts top-notch facilities and is a nice place to stay. Staff are friendly and accommodating.
Nishant
Nishant, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2025
Best location. Great service, good hotel.
THIAM SIEW
THIAM SIEW, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 31, 2025
Will stay again
Good location, easy to get around . My usual go to hotel when in Penang
Jamie
Jamie, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2025
Everything is ok, good food around, 2 shopping mall beside the hotel, polite and good service staff
Lay Mooi
Lay Mooi, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2025
A Lovely Hotel
Excellent location, spacious room and great service. The hotel sits in between 2 shopping malls. Loving it and highly recommended.