The Edison George Town

The Best Hotels in Penang, Malaysia | Condé Nast Traveler

"Charm meets whimsical luxury at The Edison George Town, a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Housed in a storied 1906 mansion and located on Lebuh Leith, it occupies prime real estate in George Town, standing about 300 feet from the main thoroughfare of Penang Road. There's no full-service restaurant here, but the onsite pantry stocked with a range of tropical fruits and nostalgic childhood snacks wins rave reviews. Besides, with Malaysia’s culinary capital at your doorstep, you can take your pick between Malay, Chinese, and Indian cuisines before retreating to one of the hotel's shady cabanas or poolside sun loungers until you're ready to go exploring again. Inside, there are 35 guest rooms to choose from, two of which are generously sized suites. Art Deco furnishings and pops of color aside, each features extras like high-end toiletries, a rainfall shower, a yoga mat, and a basket to tote around all your local finds." - Samia Qaiyum