Penang Travel Forum

Was at Batu Ferringhi over the weekend, i went for a horse ride, the guy running the service said that it was RM30 per ride, then after i took the ride he charged me RM60 per person for 15 minutes, he gave a reason that he thought me how to ride the horse so it is RM60 if it was just a ride it would be RM30. How do they define ride? Is this a con job or is this the usual rate? if he's out there cheating tourist i would like to expose his name and his picture so that other tourist wont get cheated.

Would a weekend overnight trip to Panang be worth the travel?

Im afarid my time is limited.

From KL is it still recommendable to go by land. what are the possibilities for Bus/train?

Thanks.

Hiya
I was just looking to book a few nights at Traders in Penang, and wondering if anyone is aware of any discount codes being offered at the moment for Shangri-la hotels? A bit cheeky but thought worth asking. Thanks Judi

Hi,

I am going to Penang in November with my boyfriend. Can anyone suggest where is nice to stay? We would like a nice quiet area which is close to the busier areas if possible. If not open to suggestion!

I have looked at the beaches online and they look beautiful however I heard a few reports that the sea is not very clean? Is this true as we do want a beach holiday but with the advantage of great Asian food and local interesting places to visit. Can you swim in it?

Also how much is a local beer (tiger beer or equivilant) and how much is food over there? Trying to get an idea of how much money we will need.

Thanks any advice is most welcome!

Hi, I am celebrating my 40th next April with a few nights in Penang...with some friends and minus the kids. Any ideas of a good place to go for a few drinks etc... Staying in Batu F but realize that most nightlife is in Georgetown.
Cheers

Hi all, I was trying seach for Yong Chun Kuen classes in Penang, Georgetown for a long time, can somebody let me know where is the place or location?

Has any recent travellor noticed whether a large roofed but open-sided area full of local food stalls is still exactly opposite this Hotel ?

I am travelling to Penang for a few nights in March, and would like your thoughts on where to stay. We thought Georgetown as we want to shop, and wander around the city. We were looking at Traders Hotel...the club rooms? Has anyone got any suggestions? thanks in advance for your help...Judi

Dear VTers,

I need some info:
Can we get to Bukit Bendera by Penang Rapid Bus??
If I stay in tunes Hotel in Penang, which bus should we take?

another question is : how much is the entrance fee plus the ride to the top of bukit bendera??

hello,

last time I had some good replies on my question, so this time I hope to get an answer aswell.

I booked a stay at Bayview Hotel (Georgetown) in October and asked them for a shuttle service from the airport, but the didn't have.
They can help me with a airport pick-up with an local agent.
But before I will ask them for help to arrange it, I would like to know if it's easy to get a taxi from the airport to Georgetown?
And does anyone know what price they ask? We arive in the evening.

best regards,
Petra

Hi fellow travellers,

Greetings. I am convinced that Penang Hill is a good place to visit. And I hoped you can tell me more about:
(a) which hotel is a good stay on top - Hotel Bellevue or another hotel?
(b) any chinese food at the hawkers centre
(c) can we bring along our luggage when we board the tram for the ride to the top?

Thank you.

HI Penang Vters!!

I know this is a difficult quesion but I hope Penang Vters can help. My GF and I plan to bring our 2 dogs, a toy poodle and shihtzu for a vacation to Penang during the coming National Day celebrations. But I could not locate a hotel that will take in dogs. Can anyone advise any hotel or guest house that will allow dogs in? We are prepared to pay more and my dogs will definitely enjoy a stroll along Gurney Drive and eat some of Penang famous food!! Thanks guys....

Hello,

we (my daughter;4 years) and I are going to travel for some months.
The 7th of October we arive in Penang and like to stay there for 4 a 5 days.
Now I'm looking for a nice place to stay.
Is there someone hwo can help us and reccomend a nice stay?
.... not to expensive

Thanks,

Petra

Can any one give a current (july/august)taxi fare from penang a/port to park royal

My flight is 06:00 in the morning, so I need to be there at least by 04:00 am. As I need to pay surcharge for the taxi, can I take the latest bus from KOMTAR to the airport & hang about for few hours inside the airport??? Do anyone has same experience????

Hi, my sister and I are travelling to penang in January. I've been looking at cheap accomadation and we're inbetween the Hutton lodge and the Old penang guest house. Any one stayed at these before? would you recommend any?

Also how far is george town from batu ferringhi? Is it worth walking?
THANKS :D

We will be visiting in October - I've read that it is possible to hire boats to go to Monkey Beach (to avoid the long trek - not lazy just need to be economical with time :) ) Has anyone done this before and how? I see there may be a tour as well - any idea who the operator is?

Thanks in advance!

Dear all,

we will be in Penang for the firstime on 30 Sept until 2 Oct.
my question is, if I arrived at 1020am on 30 Sept is it possible if we could get a ferry to Langkawi island where the sands is black and back to Penang the day after??
How much will the ferry cost?? and what time is the ferry leave?
thanks

Hi hi, is it easy to hail a taxi on the street? Do the taxis run on meter or do we need to negotiate the fare first before we hop in?

Alternatively I welcome recommendations for good, reliable taxi drivers where I can book for a half-day use.... please also share the estimated costs for private taxi booking!

thanks lots!!!

Hi, I'm going to Penang for work next week and am trying to fix some appointments with my clients in Georgetown. Would really appreciate if anyone can advise me on the following:

- From Traders Hotel TO Jalan Sungai Ujong (postal code: 10100 Penang): Please advise how I can get there. Is it far from Traders Hotel? Is this still within Georgetown?

- From Jalan Sungai Ujong TO Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah (Menara Boustead): How much would a taxi ride cost approximately?

- From Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah TO Jalan Burma: Can I walk from Jln Sultan Ahmad Shah to Jalan Burma?

- From Jalan Burma TO Aboo Sittee Lane (postal code: 10400 Penang): I intend to walk to Aboo Sittee Lane as it looks pretty near on the map. Please advise if this is ok.

- From Aboo Sittee Lane TO Lorong Selamat (postal code: 10400 Penang): I also intend to walk to Lorong Selamat as it is 2 streets away, as shown on the map.

- From Lorong Selamat TO Lebuh Chulia (10200 Penang): Can I walk from Lor Selamat to Lebuh Chulia? Or is it advisable to take a taxi instead? How much would the taxi fare cost approximately?

This is my first trip to Penang and I am trying to squeeze all these appointments within half a day.

Thanks in advance for the help!

I read that the Ulu Legong Hot Springs is open 24 hours. I'll be staying in Penang for 3 days and would like to make a trip to the Hot Springs one night (around 8pm)

My question is - what bus, or mode of transport should I take at that time of evening (8pm and after). Do public buses run that late to and from Penang? What about taxis - how much would it cost approximately from Penang to Ulu Legong Hot Springs? I am a tourist, so do not have a car.

Thanks...

I am looking for information on the how (if at all) disruptive the building work is at the Golden Sands. If you have stayed their recently, I would be grateful for feedback. Thanks.

Hi everybody,
I'll be in usm university in penang malaysia in a few days, i'll be pleased if you let me now about the cheap and close hotels around. By the way if you have any information about the rents, whether a house or apartment, I'll be thankful to hear about it.

In recent holidays to Penang my wife and I have stayed at the Rasa Sayang.
Money being tight, we are thinking of the Parkroyal in Batu Ferringhi.

How much of a problem is the noise and disturbance and which rooms should we go for to avoid it?

Regards

John

Dear all,

My relative will have a medical treatment at Sigrim Hospital Penang (Jalan Masjid Negeri 12 A, 116000 - Air Itam). Kindly advice the affordable and nice hotels nearby.

If there is no hotel nearby, how far is the hospital location to Tune Hotels Penang (Burmah Road - Komtar)? Any transportation alternatives fron Tune Hotels to the Hospital?

Thank you so much for your help.

Miko

Dear all,

My relative will have a medical treatment at Sigrim Hospital Penang (Jalan Masjid Negeri 12 A, 116000 - Air Itam). Kindly advice the affordable and nice hotels nearby.

If there is no hotel nearby, how far is the hospital location to Tune Hotels Penang (Burmah Road - Komtar)? Any transportation alternatives fron Tune Hotels to the Hospital?

Thank you so much for your help.

Miko

Best tau sar piah in Penang - Him Heung or Ghee Siang?

Best char kwany tiao?

Best laksa?

GUys, Can anyone tell me whether this "Hutton Lodge Penang" is a good one to stay?

Hi All!

I'll be arriving in PEN on Air Asia in the afternoon (07 May, staying till late 11 May) and plan to hire a car (prob fm the city area which is a lot cheaper).

I've driven around PEN previously (as I do in most cities I visit), it's pretty easy and much, much, much more convenient to get around that way, esp in Penang. I'll be travelling alone and have space for three-four more pax if anyone wants to share ... email me lenawang1605@gmail.com

Keep well!

Lena

I am going to Penang for official visit for 5 days. Day time would be busy with work. What should I visit in the evening time? from 5pm onwards. I am staying at Equatorial Hotel. Is it safe for ladies to travel?