Located in the heart of Downtown George Town, Macalister Hotel By PHC offers a convenient stay with free in-room WiFi. Connect with the vibrant city life and explore nearby attractions like KOMTAR, all while enjoying a secure environment thanks to its front-desk safe.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Main amenities (4)
Daily housekeeping
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Front-desk safe
Feel at home (6)
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Elevator
Minibar
Fireplace
Flat-panel TV
$83 nightly
The total price is $92
$92 total
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Room options
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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms
Highlights
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
City view
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
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Executive Loft, 2 Bedrooms
Highlights
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
City view
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
Highlights
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
City view
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms
Highlights
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
495 sq ft
City view
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Deluxe Apartment, 2 Bedrooms
Highlights
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Executive Studio
Highlights
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Twin Room
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
Highlights
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Sleeps 3
2 Twin Beds
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2 Bedroom Deluxe Suite
Sleeps 4
1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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Deluxe King
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
Gurney Plaza - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
Getting around
Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 29 min drive
Penang Sentral - 28 min drive
Tasek Gelugor Station - 35 min drive
Restaurants
同乐粿条汤 Tong Lek Fried Fish Koay Teow Th'ng - 2 min walk
Sin Kim San Cafe - 1 min walk
Wong Chau Jun Restaurant - 2 min walk
Hong Kong Tea Garden - 2 min walk
明咖喱鱼头 Curry Fish Head - 1 min walk
About this property
Macalister Hotel Managed By The Ascott Limited
At Macalister Hotel Managed By The Ascott Limited, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from KOMTAR and Gurney Drive. Also, Gurney Plaza and Queensbay Mall are within a short drive.
Languages
English, Malay
At a glance
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Hotel size
26 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
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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
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Offsite parking within 328 ft (MYR 9 per day)
Street parking available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Accessibility
Elevator
Elevator door width (inches): 35
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Front entrance ramp
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Fireplace
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: MYR 200.0 per stay
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 2.00 per accommodation, per night
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs MYR 9 per day (328 ft away)
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Macalister Hotel George Town
Macalister Hotel Hotel George Town
Macalister Hotel Hotel
Macalister Hotel George Town
Macalister Hotel
Macalister Hotel By PHC
Macalister Hotel Managed By The Ascott Limited Hotel
Macalister Hotel Managed By The Ascott Limited George Town
Macalister Hotel Managed By The Ascott Limited Hotel George Town
Frequently asked questions
Does Macalister Hotel Managed By The Ascott Limited offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Macalister Hotel Managed By The Ascott Limited does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Macalister Hotel Managed By The Ascott Limited?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Macalister Hotel Managed By The Ascott Limited?
No, unfortunately, but there's street parking available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Macalister Hotel Managed By The Ascott Limited?
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's the area around Macalister Hotel Managed By The Ascott Limited like?
Macalister Hotel Managed By The Ascott Limited is in Downtown George Town, a short 9-minute walk from KOMTAR and 7 minutes' walk from Penang Times Square.
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Macalister Hotel Managed By The Ascott Limited Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10
The location is nice near area food, the service is good only the bed and couch a little bit not clean, itching and dusty
Li Ling
2-night trip
8/10
Convenient location with lots of option for dining. Finding a parking space can be a bit challenging. Very friendly and helpful reception staff but the housekeeper need to be a little bit more detailed when cleaning. Very spacious and clean room.
ZAINI
8/10
PAK HIM
3-night trip
8/10
Hitomi
2-night trip
8/10
Vi fick en tvårumslägenhet på andra våningen i ett av hotellets hörn som ligger längs med huvudleden. Dock så var rummet väl ljuddämpat och vi stördes inte av ljud. Det jag kan anmärka på är att badrummet inte hadde någon fläkt eller ventilation så det blev väldigt fuktigt när man duschade även om man öppnade fönstret. Då duschkabinen inte var helt tätt vid dörren så blev det väldigt blött på golvet om man inte var försiktig när man duschade. Hade också gärna önskat ett större kylskåp. Området ligger ca 15min från Komtar bussterminal där du kan ta bussen till alla möjliga ställen på ön. Det ligger även en del affärer och matställen längs med gatan utanför hotellet.
Karim
5-night trip
6/10
The property is very well located with lots of food outlets around. All over the facilities are OK. The mattress was worn out at one side and killed my back. Otherwise the room was fine.
Upon arrival and on first evening we had to experience the one staff that was arrogantly friendly, slow and not helpful. The 'why do you bother me' attitude. All other staff was excellent. So sad! One person spoils all.
Peter Jurgen Lutz
3-night trip
10/10
Raina Azene
1-night trip
8/10
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Leong Keong
2-night trip
10/10
Comfortable room, love the shower pressure and heater. Great stay.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10
Lee
1-night trip
10/10
Not sure why still feeling cold after off all the aircon. Maybe the centralise aircon problem or how. Overall the stay is satisfied. It will be good if the hotel prepare slipper for the room.
NG
1-night trip
10/10
We had such a lovely experience staying at Macalister hotel from check in to our departure. The hotel was clean and minimalist that I had wanted and expected. A lot of local foods stands/courts around as well as being close by the street art (10 mins walking for me). Worth the stay :). Big thanks to the both check in and out FD agents!
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10
Lee
1-night trip
10/10
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10
If you are looking for a strategic, clean, chic yet affordable hotel in the centre of Georgetown, I personally feel that this newly operated Macalister Hotel by PHC is by far a great option.
Walking distance to several foodcourts with good food, the famous Lorong Selamat Char Kuey Teow, Jiao Sai mamak and more; you’ll be able to fulfil your food cravings without the hassle to drive and finding for carpark.
There’s a coffee cafe, convenient store and Watson within the hotel so you can get your coffee fix, snacks and toiletries with just few steps.
The room is spacious and clean while bed is big and comfy. The only downside is that the TV has limited channels.
Overall is a good place to stay and will definitely return again when we travel to Penang.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10
Newly furbish hotel that is clean and comfortable, the only drawback is the limited parking spots.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10
Max 2 keys were given during checked in while we have 4 people and were in the 2 bedroom suite room. Asked for more from the front desk and we’re told it’s the policy every room only can have 2 keys. Kinda disappointed with the front desk service.
Yeanny
2-night trip
10/10
Room is good and bright and most importantly is clean.