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Macalister Terraces Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to The Top at Komatar

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Enjoy panoramic city views from this rooftop terrace with a glass-enclosed seating area featuring a bench and chair.
Relax in a spacious interior with a mezzanine level, featuring a brick wall, sofas, armchairs, and a coffee table.
Experience the classic charm of the Macalister Hotel, featuring a beautiful facade with columns and a decorative entrance.
Relax in this inviting space with a large bed, nightstand, and comfortable chair, plus a wardrobe and TV.
Guests can enjoy a view of the city skyline from this room.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
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  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Classic Suite

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Soundproofed
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Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Soundproofed
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Smart TV
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  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Heritage Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
71, Lorong Macalister, George Town, Penang, 10400

What's nearby

  • KOMTAR - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Penang Times Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gurney Plaza - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Penang Hill - 13 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 31 min drive
  • Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restoran Zim Sum 点心之家 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Luk Yea Yan Vegetarian Restaurant 鹿野苑素食馆 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sin Seow Fong Lye Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Richard Rivalee Nyonya Cuisine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kek Seng Coffee Shop - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Macalister Terraces Hotel

Hotel near Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
Located close to The Top at Komatar and Armenian Street, Macalister Terraces Hotel provides a terrace, an art gallery on site, and a hair salon. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-in, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
  • A water dispenser, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Art gallery

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours), private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: MYR 100 per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Macalister Terraces
Macalister Terraces Hotel Hotel
Macalister Terraces Hotel George Town
Macalister Terraces Hotel Hotel George Town

Frequently asked questions

Is Macalister Terraces Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Macalister Terraces Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Macalister Terraces Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Macalister Terraces Hotel?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Macalister Terraces Hotel located?

Located in Downtown George Town, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of The Top at Komatar and Armenian Street. Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi and Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Macalister Terraces Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Friendly staff and good service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Basic amenities provided. Room and bed comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Pleasant stay at this charming heritage hotel. Like the cleaniness, friendly staff and decor of this heritage hotel. Location is good for exploring Georgetown’s street food scene. A small minus is hotel has no lift. So ask for ground floor room if you have heavy luggage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Amazing place, lovely staff ! Very clean, great location. Perfect place to stay, will return anytime !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Fell in love with this place instantly! Very friendly and helpful staff that makes the stay felt so totally at home. Location is convenient within walking distance to local landmarks and yet strategically hidden from the buzz and hush for a perfect and restful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

This hotel is a nice little, I believe 20-room clean hotel with large clean rooms and an amazing friendly staff. In particular, Liza is exceptionally helpful and friendly and if you wish, she can arrange for day tours. Excellent hotel. No complaints whatsoever.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Fantastic room furnishing and attention to detail. Lovely longue and guest area upstairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Cute small hotel with wonderful staff, clean and good location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Great place, close to many things, staff helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

Great location, handy for free bus or walking into old town. Concierge very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

100% book this place!! Was amazing from the moment we walked in. We were greeted with a complimentary drink by the amazing Liza. Liza was so helpful and went above and beyond for us. Informing us of the best places to visit etc. we were given an upgrade when we arrived which was amazing. The room was clean, modern, comfortable and the WiFi was strong. Thank you Liza you were incredible!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Superb hotel. Brilliantly located. Fabulous manager/owner
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10

Location is good , close to donate, street food 10 mins away . Quiet neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

Excellent staff, that accommodated all your needs. Very close to the historical center of the City. Very reasonable price
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10

Location is convenient, walkable to old town area. Located in a quiet street. Everything's ok, but not outstanding. Some staff very nice and helpful. Overall, its worthwhile to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

The staff had worked above and beyond for us. Especially Lisa (front office).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Great little hotel, very boutique focused, great street art throughout the lobby. Lisa the manager was extremely helpful and gave great advice on where to go and where to eat. Only downside was no bar or anywhere near by to go for a drink but saying there’s plenty of fabulous eateries very close. Would recommend if you want a small and quiet place to stay right in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

Lovely place and I would highly recommend it as it’s very central to everything such as restaurants, food courts, shops, clinics, hospitals, bakeries, coffee shops, etc. It’s very spacious, clean, and the staff there are extremely helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

After 24 hours solid travelling the Terraces was a welcoming sanctuary for us to recover on the first night and thereafter a well located base for our visit to George Town. The hotel only provides rooms which is no problem with so many good eating places around. Everything was very good quality and well maintained. The artwork in the lobby was fun. All in all, a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10

Nice building rooms had all you needed. Safe didnt work but stored at the front desk. Housekeeping was just ok
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10

This was a rare find. We loved the coziness of this hotel. Lisa at the front desk was exceptionally helpful pointing us to places we could go and eat. If you are after local hawker fare they are just a 10 min walk away. Parking can be an issue as there are limited spaces but otherwise, this is an excellent little boutique hotel in the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

I really enjoyed the property; it was so clean, artistic, and felt like a museum. Also a plus everyone was so helpful. Parking easy right in front in spots, but I didn't drive, and I literally walked to everything while I waited to get check in. Can't wait till they open a bar upstairs. Also if you need car service or tours, they have it for you right at the desk so don't book anything online.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Great location to eating places. All within walking distant. New lane, Kimberley food street. Chowraster markets, Clear Line Nasi Kandar .. all nearby. The hotel is an heritage venue.. the suite are actually adjoining rooms which gives good space and privacy for 4 pax. The wooden antiquity wardrobe doors creaks. And toilet doors creaks too. We stayed at the ground floor rooms facing the parking lot. Could be noisy at night when people talked loudly at the carpark. But it’s just our lock on that particular day. Otherwise it’s super convenient to walk from street to the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10

We booked a double- bed room but the hotel gave us a twin-bed room. They didn’t even mention it during the check-in until we reached the room. We requested to change the room but the staff said there is no other room available. The room was not very clean as well, bed sheet was stained and the slippers provided was not entirely new…
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025