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Hotel Equatorial Penang

5.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
Separate bathtub and shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries
Lobby
Poolside views, open daily
Property grounds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

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1 Jalan Bukit Jambul, Bayan Lepas, George Town, Penang, 11900
  • Place, University of Science-Malaysia
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, RECSAM and Institute Pendidikan Guru
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Queensbay Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed, Pool View (Club Premier King)

  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Club Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Pool View

  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Single Beds, Pool View

  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

Suite (Senator, Main Wing)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Hotel Equatorial Penang

5 restaurants, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas is provided, as well as free self parking, a free airport shuttle and a free shopping centre shuttle. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar and a snack bar/deli are on-site.
Hotel Equatorial Penang offers 413 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include outdoor tennis courts, a sauna and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 6 treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body scrubs and detox wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.
During your stay at Hotel Equatorial Penang, you'll be within walking distance of Penang International Sports Arena. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a free round-trip airport shuttle.
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine with garden views at nada lama, one of the property's 5 restaurants
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes 2 outdoor tennis courts, a gym and a steam room
  • 13 minutes by car from KOMTAR and 14 minutes from Gurney Drive
  • Free airport, local-area and shopping centre shuttle service
Hotel Equatorial Penang offers its guests a kids' pool, an outdoor pool, outdoor tennis courts, and a hot tub. There are 5 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

19 meeting rooms and limo/town car service are available. A fitness centre, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the luxury Hotel Equatorial Penang. A roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and An area shuttle are free. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star George Town hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Nada lama – Overlooking the pool and garden, this restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available.
The View – Overlooking the ocean and golf course, this fine-dining restaurant specialises in French cuisine and only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Kampachi – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in Japanese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Golden Phoenix – This restaurant specialises in Chinese cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Nadaba – This poolside bar only serves light fare. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free return airport shuttle from 5 AM to 6 PM at scheduled times
  • Airport shuttle available during limited hours
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: MYR 55 for adults and MYR 34 for children
  • 5 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Golden Phoenix
  • Kampachi
  • nada lama
  • nadaba
  • The View

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Golf
  • Golf carts
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Racquetball/squash
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Children's pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 19 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 12 floors
  • 2 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1989
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Equator Club Lounge]

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Equatorial Penang

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 150.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: MYR 200 per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 3.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately MYR 55 for adults and from MYR 34 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 150.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Hotel Equatorial Penang offers transfers from the airport. Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation with your arrival details prior to travel. The check-in location differs from the property location. To check in, guests will need to go to Equator Club Lounge
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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Hotel Equatorial Penang Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 440 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 440 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 440 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 440 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 440 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

weng joo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Environment is very beautiful and room is very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It would great if the management could seriously look into the compliance of wearing a proper outfit to the pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb service from the staffs Well maintained Limited Breakfast choice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sukhdev Singh

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Disappointed with the stay

Overall it was satisfactory. But for a 5 star hotel, they are really below mark. I think the service providers did their best within their means but there could be lack of proper supervision, management and leadership in this hotel. Rooms were clean, bathroom was clean, but the restaurant service was poor and also during breakfast time. Eg the waiter used his hand during toasting the bread. Also I gave the ice pack (used to store some special medicine while travelling) to be kept in the freezer as there was no freezer in the room. The refrigerator was inadequate to keep the ice pack cold. On the 4th day when I got it back, the ice pack had already melted as they did not put it in the freezer. The instruction that I gave to the Duty Manager (Farish) was not complied with. It was quite shocking. I would not recommend this hotel as a 5 star hotel mainly due to poor service and the attitude of the staff at the front desk who did not show the due care when I complained about the ice pack. I got the answer “the management having meeting”. I expected as least someone from the management should quickly come up to hear my complain when it is fresh. Feedback like this was very useful to the hotel but they lost the opportunity.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Want to pamper yourself ?

Definitely the luxury hotel to go to in Penang....for a retreat ! The beautiful Bkt Jambul Golf course is just " next door " and Kampachi at lower ground serves Japanese cuisine choices including the wonderful wagyu beef !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LogineeK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and great ambiance, excellent breakfast buffet! Helpful staffs, loved the jacuzzi beside the swimming pool. Felt very relaxed .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast buffet is excellent, room service is fast and professional; defenately staying there whenever visiting Penang.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sangmin

마운틴뷰라 별로였고 객실에 카펫이 깔려있어 먼지 알러지가 있는 저는 재채기때문에 고생했음.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the waterfalls and gardens on the property. It was exquisite. The view of the golf course from my room was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Food is good. However, hotel needs some upgrading works. 1) room smells musty. Probably because carpet is old 2) have some difficulty accessing room floor because hotel card doesn't work in one of the lift 3) room door knob needs repair
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very happy with our stay. The kids loved it too. A great place to stay. Excellent condition, very very helpful staff. Their local knowledge is fantastic. Service is A++. Food is great too. All in all 6 out of 5 star. :)
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

ホテルで仕事する方向き

ホテルで仕事をする方向き
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great property, clean, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hey!! I’m so glad to stay in this hotel!! All the things in this hotel is very well especially the staff serviced!! But still need to improve and check about the air conditioning in the room frequently ..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

골프장이 보이는 뷰라 좋았습니다
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was great , but I really hate doing theses written reviews keep it expedia.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susumu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

マレーシア科学大学に隣接するコスパの良い高級ホテル

ビジネスで３泊。空港からアクセスがよいが、このホテル周辺にはコンビニなどはない。そのため、基本的にはホテル内あるいはとなりのゴルフコースで過ごすことを前提とするか、あるいは、ホテルからタクシーあるいはgrabで街に外出することを前提とする場合の宿泊とおもう。客室はきれいに清掃がされており、清潔である。シャワーにお湯がでないということはない。浴槽も広々としている。アメニティは歯ブラシ、シャンプー、リンス、スリッパ等一通りのものは揃っている。バルコニーからはジョージタウンを一望できる立地。マレーシア科学大学には5分歩けばキャンパスに到達する。ロビーから客室までが若干遠い。バーやレストランが併設されており、ビールも飲める。コストパフォーマンスがよい高級ホテルである。
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big property. Built while ago but well maintained. Clean and satisfying stay. Water quality is good. Breakfast buffet was good. Property is located 10 min from the airport toward elevated near mountain area providing awesome view of town and sea. Parking area is big, well ventilated and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

FC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Best hotel near Penang international airport
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

LY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The open space, fresh air, the garden and the pool were great. Its a very nice hotel with great service. We loved staying there. The only low light is distance, the hotel was a 25 min drive from george town. But we always gound grab easily.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, a very nice property. A bit far from Georgetown but close to the airport. Nice and quiet and costs only about 20 Ringit using grab to hit downtown. Nice pool. Squash court paint peels but this is a minor complaint.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PROF RAVINDRAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quite comfortable stay, spacious and clean rooms, friendly staff, well maintained pool, jaccuzi and suna. I really enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

V

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property where the indoor and outdoor merge. Beautiful greenery and decor. Lovely rooms with views over Penang. A choice of restaurants and a lovely pool area. Really enjoyed our stayed and extended it twice! Service in one of the restaurants was slow. We are vegetarian and breakfast buffet was not accurately labelled. Not leaving enough towels in the bathroom. Not near any amenities so needed to get a taxi everywhere but taxis are so cheap! Other than this would highly recommend staying here and would stay again. Great value for money!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
环境好，设施少，空旷，有点大而无当的感觉。可能是客人太少吧。本地人来也不方便还是什么原因。不过我喜欢
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019