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Traders Hotel Penang

4.0 of 5
Magazine Road, Georgetown, Penang Island 10300, Malaysia (Formerly Shangri-La Hotel, Penang)
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Traders Hotel Penang
Ranked #9 of 47 hotels in Georgetown
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4 of 5 stars
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Singapore, Singapore
Senior Contributor
34 reviews 34 reviews
28 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

My family and I stayed there in three rooms, over three nights. In the hotel aspect of our family vacation, there probably was nothing too memorable. It was simply ordinary. “Hardware” wise, the hotel was what we would normally come to expect of a four-star hotel in Malaysia . Old furniture and electrical equipment, but most things were still in... More

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Castellanza, Italy
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25 reviews 25 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Being a traders hotel,i expected a little better cleaning condition...the rooms are quite old,and not that much clean as it should be.....Had definetly a better experience in Beijing in the same hotel

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Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Hotel fabulous. Staff amazing & very friendly. Traders Club well worth the extra cost. Great position to get around the city - very close to everything. Would definitely stay here again. Thank you so much Traders - sad to leave.

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Medan, Indonesia
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

The great hotel,the good taste breakfast, the hotel is near most department store, it's easy to access to many popular place,the hotel is close to the bus station, so great. If booked the traders club room

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Scarborough, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

The hotel was extremely clean and the service from all staff was world class. We had a standard room which was plenty big enough, comfortable and clean, whilst the hotel is not modern It had charm and character which I liked. The hotel is very close to the bus station and malls, and is within walking distance of many great... More

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London
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We booked the Club Rooms. Fantastic service and value for money. You really do get special treatment here. The breakfast is great and free drinks and food included in the evenings. Beds are changed everyday. The hotel itself is a little tired and could definitely do with a revamp, but booking the club room compensated for that plus it was... More

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York, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

I've lost count of the times I've stayed here and I really wouldn't stay anywhere else, or at least not willingly. It's not the newest hotel in Penang and it's not the most luxurious, but it's well sited for work, central for restaurants and shops, and there's always the courtesy bus to the beach if I want to go there.... More

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SELANGOR
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14 reviews 14 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

Stayed at Traders Penang in March, once in a club room. Staff as usual were friendly, efficient and attentive. Great location. Still very good but the hotel building and facilities are showing their age. Tired and in need of a makeover. The executive lounge is too small and cannot accommodate the number of guests when occupancy is high. But the... More

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Singapore
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

The hotel is located right next to the bus interchange and a huge mall. Hence, it is rather convenient if you are considering taking bus from the airport. However, the vicinity is rather dusty and disorganized. Upon stepping out of the hotel's main entrance, you'll be engulfed in hot and polluted air. However, most parts of Penang is that way.... More

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Hong Kong
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17 reviews 17 reviews
14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

The hotel is a little old and tired. But for its price, can't complaint much really. It is conveniently located and provides free basement parking for guests. Friendly service from the staff. The rooms are clean though.

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Hotel Summarization (Beta)

What travellers say

  • Shopping mall(38)
  • Very good(33)
  • Club floor(23)
  • Shuttle buses(19)
  • George town(16)
  • Room service(14)
  • Pool area(14)
  • Very clean(6)
  • Prangin Mall(5)
  • Batu Feringgi beach(5)

Additional Information about Traders Hotel Penang

Address: Magazine Road, Georgetown, Penang Island 10300, Malaysia (Formerly Shangri-La Hotel, Penang)
Region: Malaysia > Penang > Penang Island > Georgetown
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#4 Luxury Hotels in Georgetown
#7 Family Hotels in Georgetown
Price range (per night): RM305 - 389
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Shangri-La Hotel, Penang is located in the heart of Georgetown. Apart from being Penang's premier business hotel, Shangri-La Hotel is also its main convention center, supported by superb meeting facilities, state-of-the-art audio/visual equipment, a modern business center and a fully-equipped fitness center. Its rooms and suites offer a complete range of amenities one would expect from a 5-star deluxe hotel. Dining is superb, with master chefs serving up authentic Cantonese and Continental cuisine. ... more   less 
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Also Known As:
Traders Hotel Georgetown
Traders Hotel Penang Georgetown

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