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Yeng Keng Hotel

3.5 of 5
362 & 366, Chulia Street, Georgetown, Penang Island 10200 , Malaysia
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Bangkok, Thailand
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

The hotel is right in the heart of Georgetown - and is a small(ish) hotel on 2 floors. It has a courtyard area out front where you can sit and eat meals, or sit and relax with your favourite tipple. The hotel has lots of character, and the staff are helpful and pleasant, and a small pool at the back... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 via mobile

I just came back from penang and stayed in yeng keng hotel. All thanks to the reviews on trip advisor! Below is a quick review on my experience. Check in: was quick and the staff yeoh did an awesome job by explaining where are the nearest yummy food around the vicinity. Room: decent size and extremely clean. Location: was great... More

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Sydney, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We stayed for two nights and were very impressed with the hotel and the service. The hotel is a stunning retreat from the hot and noisy streets of Georgetown. The suite was large enough it it was also great to have the outside area to sit and read. Couldn't get wi-fi in the suite on the top floor at the... More

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Pasadena, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Great location and beautiful restored old Chinese shophouse. Staff is very friendly and helpful in giving you tips to going the "local route" on the food scene. My room was a tab small but since I was solo it was perfect. Strong shower pressure, traditional ceiling fan with the AC worked perfectly to keep the room at the perfect climate... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013 via mobile

My husband and I stayed at Yeng Keng for three nights during our honeymoon trip. We were delighted by the very friendly, kind, welcoming, helpful and efficient staff members at the hotel. Like other guests we requested a room at the back of the hotel, it was quiet, comfortable and clean which was wonderful. We loved the hotel not only... More

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Sydney
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

Beautiful staff, nicely furnished rooms, right in the middle of the heritage city ... but the surrounding area is pure 3rd world. I confess I prefer 4-5 * large hotel accommodation so, in hindsight, I should never have made the reservations. The smell from open street drains, wet markets and mower mechanics working on the pavement nearby is quite off-putting.... More

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Vancouver, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

My partner and I spent a relaxing and comfortable six nights at this boutique hotel in the heart of Georgetown. From the minute of our arrival when the doormen provided us with umbrellas to keep us dry from the afternoon monsoon rain to our early morning departure when the desk clerk helped us with our luggage, the staff at the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

After a 6 night stay, we wholeheartedly encourage other travellers to consider the Yeng Keng. Centrally located in one of UNESCO's Heritage City's and artfully appointed, the Chulia Suite was excellent value and perfect for two people. The cleaning staff kept our room spotless while the restaurant team never failed to impress with their excellent selection of hawker and Western... More

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Orange County, Southern California
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

My friend and I decided to stay here based on the reviews of others. So glad we did! Charming boutique hotel. Unique colors and touches. Great location. Cold drink upon arrival. Nice people. Recommendations from staff for food and places to go complete with map. Breakfast included. Bar/cafe. Nice service. Clean. Parking. Basics you would need available in room. When... More

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Port Fairy
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

We found a faithfully reproduced Chinese House which has been beautifully appointed as a small boutique hotel. We loved the colour scheme, the furniture and the surroundings of the lobby and inner courtyards. The room itself was on the small side but perfectly adequate for our 4 night, 3 day stay. The cleaning staff were most courteous and bathroom/toilet replenished... More

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Also Known As:
Yeng Keng Hotel Penang/Georgetown, Malaysia
Address: 362 & 366, Chulia Street, Georgetown, Penang Island 10200 , Malaysia
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Region: Malaysia > Penang > Penang Island > Georgetown
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 Family Hotels in Georgetown
#2 Romantic Hotels in Georgetown
#3 Business Hotels in Georgetown
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Yeng Keng Hotel is a 20-room restored heritage boutique hotel located in one of the oldest surviving and intact 19th century buildings at the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage City of George Town, Penang.Like many of the other buildings in the neighbourhood, it was originally built in the mid 1800's as a private residence. The Anglo Indian bungalow belonged initially to Shaik Eusoffe bin Shaik Latiff an Indian Muslim family and remains unique in Chulia Street for not being relegated to the rear of a row of shop-houses blocking its facade. In 1897 trustees of the Cantonese Club 'Ying Han Pit Shu' bought the building on behalf of the association, later donating it to the trustees of the Straits Chinese Building Association in 1939. The building was later leased to Yeng Keng Hotel.The conversion from a residence into a budget hotel was the prevailing trend along the street, at the beginning of the 20th century. Small places of lodgings that were conveniently reached from the harbour were in great demand as the traffic in the port grew. An impressive traditional Chinese entrance gate was constructed announcing entry to the 'Lodging House', adding grandeur to the commercial establishment and to distinguish it from the rest of the buildings on the street.Conservation and upgrading by the present owner, Hoo Kim Properties Sdn Bhd was undertaken in March 2009 with the renewed Yeng Keng Hotel completed in April 2010. ... more   less 
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