82-A Lebuh Penang, George Town, Penang Island 10200 Malaysia
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Ren i Tang is the result of a 2-year long restoration project on a 19th century Early Straits Eclectic Styled Building located within the core zone of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Penang Island: Malaysia. The name "Ren i Tang" is the phonetic spelling in Mandarin of South East Asia's oldest Chinese Medical Hall Wholesaler, Yin Oi Tong which is translated as The Hall of Benevolence. Located at the junction of China Street and Penang Street, the building now hosts a variety of activities - the upper floors:Ren i Tang (Heritage Inn); the ground floor: Tang Bistro, The Yin Oi Tong Chinese Medical Hall Museum, and Yin Oi Tong Chinese Medical Hall.
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Paid public parking nearby
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82-A Lebuh Penang, George Town, Penang Island 10200 Malaysia
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Just perfect! People, building, room, breakfast, location in Penang, cleanliness, atmosphere... Everything was perfect. The best place ever! If we go back to Penang, we know where we'll stay. Thank you!
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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“Don’t judge a book by its cover” comes to mind for this hotel. The external shabby appearance is deceiving - inside it is modern and spotlessly clean. A young lady inside the hotel leapt out to assist me when she saw me dragging my suitcase inside - and that helpful attitude was there with all the staff. My room (and ensuite) were comfortable and immaculate. I felt welcomed and slept very well. The shower had instant hot water, and excellent pressure. Good toiletries. Kettle and coffee / tea provided. In addition, a coffee machine and coffee capsules was available at the landing. The guest room were on the first floor, with reception and breakfast room / restaurant on the ground floor. The stairs were steep, but not overly so (I trod very careful and with care, to ensure I didn’t fall). There is a lift available. Breakfast was great, with local delicacies and Yong (the lady at reception) happy to explain what each item was. In addition, Yong happily arranged to customise the breakfast so I and a few others opted for stir fried noodles, which the neighbouring cafe prompt provided, piping hot and delicious.…
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Right in the middle of Penang Little India. Very nicely kept pre war Chinese shop house that used to be a traditional medicine shop. Morning was served delicious char kwai tel, nasi lemak and variety of nyonya dessert. Highly recommended to those who want to explore Penang rich culture and local hidden food gem.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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A charming restoration of a guest house. The hosts and staff were lovely and I couldn't have felt more welcome. If you're looking to stay within the Unesco zone I would happily recommend Ren I Tang. Quite a few hotels in the area claim to be 'heritage' but that's a stretch for many. This place is genuine on every level. BTW they have recently installed a lift to make the rooms more accessible and to make handling heavy bags easier.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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This is an unusual hotel, several stories tall, converted from an old, Chinese medical hall. There is one very salient point which must be highlighted. Because the owners had to work with the building as they received it, there are two floors of very steep and very narrow stairs. Rooms are on the 2nd & 3rd floors. If your room is on the 2nd floor, you have one flight of 22 steps. If your room is on the 3rd floor - as was mine - you have two steep flights of stairs, 44 steps. In addition, as I had a loft room, that was an additional 15 steps, from the living area / bathroom to the bed. There is no lift - they use a pulley to handle your suitcases - so that is a plethora of steps each day, and very narrow ones. I’m certain it’s great for one’s cardio, but not your psyche. As I stayed a full week, I was constantly paranoid that I would take a tumble. As I said, I don’t blame the property: this is the building they inherited. But folk absolutely must know in advance about all the steps, as many folk couldn’t handle it. Good points: - a very simple, perfectly adequate breakfast. - the WiFi was excellent- no issues at all. - ditto, the air conditioning. - the bed was very comfortable. - all the staff were very kind. The points less than stellar:: - the shower is very good, but the hot water says “bye bye” after 6-7 minutes. - there is no hot water at all in bathroom sink. - there is no in- room safe; only at reception. - the aforementioned steps. Tourist tip: The most charming street in town is Armenian Street, between Beach and Cannon. This is the place to get souvenirs, and the only place to find postcards. From the hotel, walk 1 block over, to Beach Street, 145 steps. Turn right at Beach, go through one major intersection - Chulia Street - you’ll see the fire station across the street and continue another block, to Armenian, on the right. Once you turn onto Beach Street, it’s 661 steps to Armenian. With the exception of the steps, the inn is recommended.…
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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This is a wonderful guesthouse with stylish and quirky design features. My room on the 2nd floor was surprisingly quiet - Ren I Tang is located on a busy corner between China Town and Little India - and really clean. A great sleep every night. The management team were brilliant and have totally nailed good service. As a solo traveller I really appreciated their interaction and help. Highly recommended!
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Excellent! The best hotel we stayed at during our 5-month trip through Southeast Asia. The staff are so nice and friendly. The rooms are unique and comfortable. The location is very convenient, in the heart of Little India and not far from the main drag at Chili’s Street. Definitely recommend it!
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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For my second time in Penang, I looked for somewhere new to stay in Georgetown, but just couldn't find anything that lived up to the experience I had previously had years ago at Ren I Tang. It was even better than I remember it. It has been renovated so nicely, the rooms are comfortable and tastefully decorated, the bistro is good and a wonderful place to hang out after a day out hitting the streets. But what made this place THE best is the staff. Everyone went out of their way to help us, make us feel comfortable and welcome. It truly is a special place and I highly recommend staying here especially if you are coming to Penang and want a special, comfortable place to stay in the center of Georgetown.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Wow! This is such a beautiful and very special place! We loved staying at Ren I Tang Heritage Inn! It has been beautifully renovated and the family room was spacious and comfortable for our family of 4. The hotel kept its old charme and heritage, yet it has all the modern amenities; the a/c and wifi worked great and I like what the owners are doing to help reduce plastic use (filtered water is provided for guests). The location is fantastic; right in the center of Little India with many great restaurants and cafes nearby. Easy to walk to all Georgetown famous sights. Breakfast is amazing. The owners are very welcoming, friendly and helpful. I highly recommend staying at Ren I Tang Heritage Inn. You will not be disappointed.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Unusual hotel in old medical warehouse, good, quiet rooms, excellent bathrooms, perfect location in the old part of Georgetown, and incredibly friendly staff, coupled to very good breakfast: what can you wish more ?
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Date of stay: September 2022
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US$56 - US$76 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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MalaysiaPenangPenang IslandGeorge Town
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ren i Tang
What are some of the property amenities at Ren i Tang?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and breakfast buffet.
What food & drink options are available at Ren i Tang?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant during their stay.
Is parking available at Ren i Tang?
Yes, paid public parking nearby and street parking are available to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Ren i Tang?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Chinese, and Malay.