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Macalister Mansion

4.0 star property
Boutique hotel with outdoor pool, near KOMTAR

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds | Living room | 55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, MP3 dock
Experience the epitome of luxury at Macalister Mansion, a boutique hotel near KOMTAR. Unwind with a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool or enjoy an English breakfast on the picturesque terrace surrounded by lush gardens.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Why we love this property

Boutique urban oasis
Marvel at city center views from this boutique hotel's garden retreat, a stylish enclave where urban energy meets natural tranquility.
Breakfast and dinner spots
A complimentary English breakfast starts the day. Fine dining awaits at the hotel restaurant, with nightcaps served at the cozy bar.
Premium sleep comfort
Slip into plush bathrobes after selecting pillows from the unique menu. Rooms feature premium bedding, turndown service, and a free stocked minibar.

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, free minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
228 Macalister Road, George Town, Penang, 10400

What's nearby

  • Loh guan Lye Specialist Centre - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Island Hospital - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gurney Drive - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • KOMTAR - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 29 min drive
  • Penang Sentral - 32 min drive
  • Tasek Gelugor Station - 36 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Penang Kitchen, Courtyard by Marriot - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪咖比仔 Kopi Kia - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Feng Yi Dumpling - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Platta Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Stairs The World - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Macalister Mansion

Macalister Mansion puts you just a 5-minute drive from Gurney Drive and KOMTAR. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this boutique hotel include a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 8 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
    • COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 16 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
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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

    • One child (7 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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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
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Parking

    • Free secured onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Fees & policies

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

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for MYR 150 per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Macalister Mansion Penang/George Town
Macalister Mansion Hotel Penang
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Macalister Mansion Hotel George Town
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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Macalister Mansion?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Macalister Mansion?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Macalister Mansion?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Macalister Mansion?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Macalister Mansion?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Macalister Mansion and nearby?

Macalister Mansion has an outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Macalister Mansion?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Macalister Mansion like?

Macalister Mansion is in Downtown George Town, a short 16-minute walk from KOMTAR and 17 minutes' walk from Gurney Drive.

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Macalister Mansion Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel has a feel of home with personalised, friendly staff who remember the way you like your tea served! The staff were most helpful and quick to fix the (blown) lights and with our luggage.
steve, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Will return definitely

It was the best stay, service and rooms are top tier quality without compromising. Applause to the friendly and efficient staff. They know their customers very well and very friendly.
Gabriel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Très bien. Il faudrait juste penser à prévenir que les bus sont gratuits et font le tour de la ville.
Catherine, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

住宿還境服務佳，設施一般

酒店環境靚服務質素佳，但設施較少，泳池和健身室都屬小型
4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Hotel

Beautiful hotel , good location for food
Jim, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overall good
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice decoration and helpful staff

Everything is perfect! We love this hotel.
On Ki, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The stay was so pleasant - the room was large and comfortable, great toilets and bed too. The location is conveniently near the georgetown area so you can take a short walk down whenever.
Tong, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A place that I will definitely be back again. Great job to the operation team!
AP, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Extremely friendly staff and very good service. Small hotel gives a homely feeling. Really enjoying our stay.
Suru, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amaze with the unique interior design of the room stayed, a combination between vintage and modern feels. However it located in the middle of the town.
Pattrick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great alternative to a large high-end hotel!

Macalister Mansion is a really cool place to stay. Each of its only 8 rooms are unique. We stayed in room 3 which was amazing. The bar and lounge areas are quite funky. But dont expect to meet a lot of other guests given only 8 rooms in the hotel.
Jeff, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

One of a kind

We booked is hotel because it is one if a kind which has only 8 rooms. A quite retreat/getaway for our anniversary. The facilities is great but we didn't use them much. One thing I want to touch on is the cleanliness of the room. The cushions on the chairs and carpet have stains all over. I even called the front desk about the stains and they told me they are aware of them. I was surprised that they still vacant for guest. I don't think this room should be posted for guest to stay until the room is cleaned. We stayed in Room 6.
Jeff, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Room nice but hotel grounds lacking

The plus for this hotel are the rooms: nicely designed, upscale, roomy and comfortable. The downside is the outdoor space : is underutilized so outdoor tables and chairs are dirty and wet long after a rain. The location is on a street with views of a political party headquarters and a group of shophouses- no Georgetown charm. With a little more effort, they could improve the landscaping. Although the hotel is rather new, signs of wear and tear visible- peeling paint outside and stained carpet inside.
Jas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, very nicely appointed rooms.

Enjoyed our time at Macalister Mansion, great hotel staff, & room facilities.

8/10 Very good

Excellent location for us!

Excellent room / amenities! Unfortunately they accommodate smokers in lounge & bar facilitating stale smoke in hallways & breakfast dining rooms.

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel though a bit far from the city

Fantastic hotel with a nice, spacious and comfortable room. The room is well-maintained and the amenities are luxurious. You get to choose from the different types of pillow provided. We booked Room #2 that has minimum photos on the internet. The room is well furnished and big. We loved the bathroom that is so pretty and spacious too, with the rain shower and tub! The room overlook the swimming pool and makes for a nice morning view!

4/10 Fair

窓問題

対応はしてくれたが、客室の窓は固定されていて、客自ら窓を開けることができない。常に窓外の木戸が閉まった状態で昼間でも客室は暗く、防災上も不安があった。 木戸を開けるように、ホテル側に強く訴えて開けてもらったが、そんなに窓が必要なら、事前に開くか確認するように言われた。

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing rooms and decor, great service, great food

We spent 2 nights at the Macalister Mansion and loved it. The decor throughout the common areas is spectacular. They have a whiskey and cigar lounge with a great selection if that's your thing, but food in the restaurant is delicious and reasonably priced. We didn't get the chance to check out their fine dining option, but I'm guessing it was good too. The bar is a great place to have a drink, and the wine selection is good. Service was excellent, pool was nice, room was delightful, and mini bar was complimentary, what more can you ask for?

10/10 Exceptional

Imposantes Großraum zum Ausruhen und Genießen

Es fehl dem Hotel nur wenig um es als 5 Sterne zu kategorisieren. Der Concierge Service zum Beispiel. Es befindet sich relativ zentral zu den historischen Plätzen. Das Frühstücksraum ist in einem Café-Restaurant, wo man sich einem Frühstück zusammenstellen kann. Das Personal sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Der Pool ist ungewöhnlich vor dem Hotel, aber sauber und von Gebäuden umgeben. Insgesamt ein positiver Eindruck.

10/10 Exceptional

The Best hotel in Penang !!

This is a very Chic 8 suite boutique hotel which has the coolest and chic decorations of all the hotels in Penang. The bar area reminded me of Sketch's in London with all the quirky decor items. It is the most expensive hotel in Penang but well worth it for the experience!! The cafe is an excellent place to spend the lazy afternoon with some tea/coffee and the tasty pastries. And of course the fine dining restaurant is the place to go to impress your guests in Penang with its chic decor and expensive set menus and fine wines.

8/10 Very good

lovely place

It was lovely to stay. liked everything. but there are only 8rooms. felt empty and scary sometimes.

10/10 Exceptional

Macalister Mansion lives up to its reputation of being a beautiful hotel. With only 8 rooms, you will have an exclusive personalised experience. The only points I think is worth being mindful are: (a) the location of the hotel is a bit further out of the UNESCO site (b) the hotel has a proper restaurant, and breakfast is served there. If you like hotel buffets, this might not be your cup of tea.

10/10 Exceptional

Unexpected deposit

One of the best hotels we have stayed in so far . But we were caught by surprise when we had to pay a deposit of rm900/night!!! (Although we had made full payments ahead). The room was MAGNIFICENT! Spacious , comfy, and the complimentary snacks were high-end. They even have a turn down service which we didn't ask for. the staffs were so friendly and accommodating.

10/10 Exceptional

perfect hotel

It was an amazing experience. Fantastic staff. Would go back again and again.