Carnarvon House
28 Lorong Carnarvon
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Why people book this hotel
“The location is also great, close to the main streets and the jettys- we were ab…”
“The location is perfect because it is situated next to a busy food street, and a…”
“Very attentive and helpful staff”
“The host was hospitable and excellently communicative”
“It was neat, easy to access, close to everything I wanted to visit”
“The shared bathrooms were always clean and tidy, and they had a water dispenser …”
“Our room, Campbell room, was small but perfect for what we needed”
“An absolutly plus point was that there was a privat bathroom, which is not that …”
“Stayed in the new block and excellent value for money”
“Great location and fantastic value”
Overview
Offering a garden and garden view, Carnarvon House is located in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach and 700 metres from 1st Avenue Penang. Among the facilities at this property are luggage storage space and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. There is a private bathroom with bidet in some units, along with slippers, a hair dryer and free toiletries. A minimarket is available at the guest house. Sightseeing tours are available in the area. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the guest house, while cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Popular points of interest near Carnarvon House include Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, Penang Times Square and Wonderfood Museum. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 15 km from the accommodation.
Traveller reviews
Romane
couple
May 28, 2026
The people who worked there are exceptional. Honestly they were so kind to us and patient. We really enjoyed this place full of charms
KAREN
solo_traveller
May 27, 2026
“Highly recommended place to stay.”
Very attentive and helpful staff. Privacy is ensured.
Walid
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
“Truely enjoyed it !”
It was neat, easy to access, close to everything I wanted to visit. The host was hospitable and excellently communicative. I most definitely recommend. And free coffee and biscuits anytime of the day! How about that!?
Jan
solo_traveller
May 7, 2026
Wonderful old house with lots of character. Good facilities.
Hayley D
solo_traveller
April 28, 2026
“Incredible stay, would come again!”
The house is about 160 years old and absolutely beautiful. We loved its charm and homely feeling. Our room, Campbell room, was small but perfect for what we needed. It had a fan and AC, a cupboard, table and multi towel rack. Overall, very comfortable. The staff were fantastic and friendly. They were extremely accommodating to our needs, we initially booked 3 nights but due to flights had to change our dates around, this was no problem to Carnarvon and they assisted us with ease. They also suggested we store our luggage there while we spent a few days in Langkawi, this was great and made our domestic travel so simple. When we returned they had already placed our luggage in our room. The shared bathrooms were always clean and tidy, and they had a water dispenser and some free snacks in the common area. The location is also great, close to the main streets and the jettys- we were able to walk everywhere. The surrounding streets are beautiful and quaint. Highly recommend a stay here.
L
couple
April 13, 2026
“We loved everything about the stay from the decorations inside and the services provided.”
The location is perfect because it is situated next to a busy food street, and at the heart of a cultural town. We love walking so this hotel suited our interests, it was at a walkable distance to many interesting and cultural locations and very safe.
Natalie
extended_group
March 27, 2026
“Very good location to see Georgetown”
Loved the location of this house and the offerings of complimentary water, fruit and biscuits during our stay. A bonus for us was the washing/drying facility. A short walking distance from the local bus station which we used to go to a beach, the National park, and the airport.
LeMarin
family_with_children
March 27, 2026
Really beautiful restored house. In a really good location. An absolutly plus point was that there was a privat bathroom, which is not that common for this area. The restaurant recommendation given us from the Host were really helpful.
Paul
solo_traveller
March 26, 2026
“Character hotel with nice communal area.”
Reception staff were a kind and helpful. Beautiful character building.
Claire
couple
March 25, 2026
“Excellent value for money”
Stayed in the new block and excellent value for money. Hot & cold water available along with cake. Room was spacious, clean and comfortable
Jule
couple
March 6, 2026
Nice old place, in center of town
chan
couple
March 6, 2026
I really like the location, really convenience to us just by walking u can reach many tourism place already.
mcgillicuddy
couple
March 3, 2026
“We had a wonderful stay and Nicole the host was extremely accommodating and very sweet. She made a huge difference to ou”
Great location and fantastic value. The property was authentic, clean and very comfortable beds.
Jasenka
couple
March 1, 2026
Everything was perfect, it was very clean and nice. The host was very friendly and helpful. Free coffee and snacks were perfect. The location is very good. We liked the Chinese interior design.
Julia
extended_group
February 24, 2026
“Very cool experience to stay in an old house”
The house is quite pretty, and as a visitor it is cool to be able to see what an older Straits Chinese building looks like from the inside. It is also very clean, which is much appreciated as most of us as sharing a communal bathroom and I was concerned (but it turned out to not be an issue). Eva and Nicole were also both very helpful and responsive by message, which helped us a lot (esp as we ended up arriving very late at night, we appreciated the good communication and Eva's willingness to stay up late and meet us). The location is really convenient, the neighbourhood is quiet but you are only one or two streets over from the lively parts of George Town.
Kai En
extended_group
January 20, 2026
location is good
KEAH HWEE
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
“Good stay, good food”
Good location. Easy access by walking distance to tourist sight such as Penang Strret Art, Peranakan museum, Wonderfood museum, 3D Trick Art museum, Ghost museum, Teochew Puppet & Opera House, Sun Yat Sen museum and others. Additionally, few Michelin restaurants nearby such as Chao Xuan, My Own Cafe, etc.
Andreas
couple
January 18, 2026
The location is very convenient, within walking distance of many of George Town’s main attractions. The hotel is set in a historic building, which gives it a certain charm, with wooden floors and some original interior features that reflect the character of the area.
See Yan
couple
January 12, 2026
“Good value for money”
Clean, friendly staff, provided all basic facilities, good location
Katoucha
couple
January 8, 2026
“Great location and property”
Small but pretty rooms, clean, great location and very helpful staff. Also the property itself is historical and so beautiful
Facilities
Activities
Cycling, Bike tours
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Fruits, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas
General
Bicycle parking, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Minimarket on site, WiFi available in all areas, Soundproof rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Garden, Terrace
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Key access, Key card access, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available, Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Lockbox key collection at the property
Services
Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Ironing service, Business centre, Laundry, Express check-in/check-out, Car hire, Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Acheh Room
This double room is air-conditioned and features a shared bathroom, a seating area and garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Buckingham Room
This double room has a shared bathroom and air conditioning and chocolate for guests. The unit has 2 beds.
Campbell Room
This double room features a shared bathroom and air conditioning and chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
Chulia Room
This double room features a shared bathroom and air conditioning and chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe Triple with En-suite
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The double room features air conditioning, city views and chocolate. The unit has 2 beds.
Double Room with Private Bathroom
Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The double room provides air conditioning, garden views and chocolate. The unit offers 1 bed.
Kapitan Room
This double room features a shared bathroom and air conditioning and chocolate for guests. The unit offers 2 beds.
Kimberley Room
This double room is air-conditioned and features a shared bathroom, a seating area and garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Armenian Room
This triple room features a shared bathroom and air conditioning and chocolate for guests. The unit offers 2 beds.
Carnarvon Room
This triple room has a shared bathroom and air conditioning and chocolate for guests. The unit has 3 beds.
Triple Room with Private Bathroom
Featuring free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The triple room features air conditioning, garden views and chocolate. The unit has 3 beds.
2 Single Beds En-suite
Featuring free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The twin room features air conditioning, garden views and chocolate. The unit has 2 beds.
Twin Room with Private Bathroom
Featuring free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The twin room features air conditioning, garden views and chocolate. The unit has 2 beds.
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