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Macalister Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited

3.0 star property
Step into this urban retreat and connect to what matters most – vibrant city life and modern comforts.

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Front of property
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Flat-screen TV, fireplace
Reception
Front of property
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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$96
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Executive Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

2 Bedroom Deluxe Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

2 Bedroom ( 1 King + 1 Queen )

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Executive

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

2 Bedroom Executive Loft

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

2 Bedroom Deluxe ( 3 Person )

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

2 Bedroom Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
3 Lebuh Nanning, George Town, Pulau Pinang, 10400

What's nearby

  • Penang Times Square - 7 min walk
  • KOMTAR - 9 min walk
  • Gurney Drive - 2 min drive
  • Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal - 3 min drive
  • Gurney Plaza - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 28 min drive
  • Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.) - 29 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

Hotel near KOMTAR
Close to Gurney Drive, Macalister Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A lift, smoke-free property and a front desk safe
  • A 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Macalister Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited offer comforts, such as fireplaces and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (MYR 6 per day)
  • Street parking available

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: MYR 200.0 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

  • Nearby parking fee: MYR 6 per day

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is 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

Is Macalister Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Macalister Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited?

As of 9 Feb,2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macalister Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited on 18 Feb,2025 start from S$95.88, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Macalister Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited?

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

What time is check-out at Macalister Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Macalister Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited located?

Located in Downtown George Town, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Penang Times Square and KOMTAR. Nagore Square and Loh guan Lye Specialist Centre are also within 10 minutes.

Macalister Hotel managed by The Ascott Limited Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hitomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

ZAINI

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.

6/10 Okay

Peter Jurgen Lutz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raina Azene

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Leong Keong

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
NA
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall is good
Comfortable room, love the shower pressure and heater. Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

NG

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best rate, good room for family trip
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient, Chic and Affordable
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Newly furbish hotel that is clean and comfortable, the only drawback is the limited parking spots.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Yeanny

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Disappointed with the max 2 keys policy
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room is good and bright and most importantly is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jarungwit

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room wasn't soundproof. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cheng Lim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Pretty Heritage looking Hotel
Love the stay at this new hotel, the modern decor with clean cut lines. Room is spacious, and well laid out, clean and come with lots of pillows! Great location and surrounded by lots of good eateries, but yet sheltered from the busy main road of Jalan Macalister. Easy to walk around to explore nearby areas of interest (provided it doesn't pour), and street parking is easily available around the hotel. We will certainly be back, and highly recommended 😉
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sunyta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Choong, Kuala Lumpur

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New design, great location, super clean, comfortable bed and pillows, lot of electrical sockets
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019