In the heart of Downtown George Town, The Edison George Town offers a tranquil retreat with continental breakfast and a lush garden. Relax by the outdoor pool or explore nearby KOMTAR and Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal. With free WiFi, meeting rooms, concierge services, helpful staff have made guests feel welcome.
Indigo Restaurant at The Blue Mansion - 1 min walk
Restoran Sup Hameed - 4 min walk
Red Garden Food Paradise & Night Market - 1 min walk
Gala House - 2 min walk
Higher Ground - 1 min walk
About this property
The Edison George Town
At The Edison George Town, you'll be a short five-minute drive from KOMTAR and Gurney Drive. After having fun at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay
At a glance
Hotel size
35 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
Children
One child (10 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Built in 1906
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
The Edison George Town Hotel
The Edison George Town George Town
The Edison George Town Hotel George Town
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at The Edison George Town?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Edison George Town?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Edison George Town?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Edison George Town?
You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at The Edison George Town and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Edison George Town?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around The Edison George Town like?
The Edison George Town is in Downtown George Town, a short 14-minute walk from KOMTAR and 10 minutes' walk from Padang Kota Lama.
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The Edison George Town Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
19 January 2025
Calmness in the heart of Georgetown
Beautiful small hotel in the centre of Georgetown. Super relaxed / at home vibe when staying there, and the building is very interesting.
Jo
Jo, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 January 2025
This hotel is an excellent choice!
This is a beautiful,1906 hotel that has been maintained its historic floors, metal post and iron works, and general appearance. The breakfast was nice and the lounge was open with drinks and snacks all day. The people were very helpful and did their best to make our stay happy! We recommend it!
June
June, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 January 2025
Quaint interesting historic hotel
Great hotel with a lot of history. Amazingly helpful staff. However if walking up stairs is an issue for you then maybe not stay here - no lift although there are ground floor rooms
Diane
Diane, 8-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 January 2025
Great service
Lovely room, great service, comfy bed.
Fantastic welcome and orientation to the hotel and area.
Room on main floor was very noisy from room above, so maybe take upper room if light sleeper (though could be noisy wirth rain)
Verified traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 November 2024
This is my sixth visit at The Edison. The staff makes our stay very welcoming & warm every time.
Chin W
Chin W, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 February 2025
Very warm welcome at a beautiful boutique hotel
I felt the contiental breakfast could have been more generous and varied. Only one small bowl of fruit available " this seems unfair in a country of marvelous fruits at v cheap price.also no fresh juice just packet
Bathroom only separed from bed by curtain ok but not ideal for privacy on" the throne"
Manager and staff very friendly and helpful with excellent recommendations
Great location for sightseeing and restaurants- interesting historic building beautiful appointed
Christopher
Christopher, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2024
Loved this little gem.
Chu xi
Chu xi, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 August 2024
We loved the historic element of the property. The location in Georgetown, Penang was also perfect. The best part of the stay was the excellent staff who offered many great suggestions for food and sightseeing and generally extended such wonderful hospitality.
Cean
Cean, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 February 2024
Good stay, best part is the service.
D T
D T, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 July 2022
Beautiful hotel.
Kevin
Kevin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 September 2023
Boutique Hotel in fab Georgetown
Great stay
Quiet, comfortable, friendly with excellent service
Good location
Nice pool
michael b
michael b, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 December 2022
THE place to stay in George Town!
Amazing place, incredibly friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff, a wonderful location and a great vibe
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 February 2024
Very convenient location to all the major tourist areas around Georgetown. The staff was amazing and very helpful, always there to help plan the day with recommendations and providing tips. The only downside was the WiFi was slow. Overall, excellent hotel.
Farook
Farook, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 June 2024
A true boutique hotel
The band across the street played loud music until 2330. The staff were amazingly wonderful and good. This is a true boutique hotel not to be confused with anything modern, but it was truly comfortable and charming.
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2024
Beautiful hotel inside and out. Staff was extremely friendly and attentive. Breakfast and unlimited snack and drinks were great.
We could not have been happier with our stay. Thank you everyone at Edison. Room 119. Burt and Aiko
Burt
Burt, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 July 2023
Lovely heritage building, wonderful staff and a centrally located make this an ideal spot to stay !! Highly recommended!
Michael
Michael, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
23 February 2023
Stylish boutique hotel
Would like to see more breakfast options
Qin
Qin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 June 2023
Attentive and helpful staff. 24 hour lounge was a hit for jet lagged travelers
Meor Zarin Azmir
Meor Zarin Azmir, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 May 2024
Edison, we will come back again!
top attendance of service staff.
great ambience of the old colonial Penang
near to everything you want to see of Georgetown
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 October 2023
An excellent place to stay
The hotel is reasonably small so you get personal service. It is located in a convenient location for restaurants and an easy walk into town. The facilities were very good and the staff were extremely helpful. Nothing was too much effort. A great place to stay in an interesting town.
Edward
Edward, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 June 2023
We had a lovely stay at the Edison! The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Fax was especially helpful!
peter
peter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 January 2023
Calm in the heart of the city
Excellent hotel in the heart of old Georgetown. Staff are wonderful and attentive. An oasis of calm
Craig
Craig, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 December 2023
The best customer service
Vincent
Vincent, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 November 2023
The property is well-situated and comfortable. My only criticism concerns the noise from music at neighbouring entertainment venues at night.
Timothy
Timothy, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 June 2023
Second to None
It was my second time staying at The Edison and it was as lovely as the first time I stayed there pre-Covid. The service was impeccable and the hotel is beautiful, central to attractions and well maintained.