Magpie Residence
33 Jalan A. S. Mansoor, George Town, Penang Island 10400 Malaysia
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Affordable accommodation in the heart of George Town, Penang Why pay for expensive hotel stays during your holidays in Penang when we are offering rooms in Georgetown next to UNESCO World Heritage Site at extremely competitive rates? Nestled in the heart of Georgetown, Magpie Residence is an ideal spot from which to discover Penang. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Airport transportation
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Express check-in / check-out
Laundry service
Street parking
Wifi
Complimentary tea
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Blackout curtains
Soundproof rooms
Air conditioning
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Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
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Clothes rack
Iron
Private bathrooms
Kitchenette
Microwave
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
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English, Chinese, Malay
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Grade: 97 out of 100
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33 Jalan A. S. Mansoor, George Town, Penang Island 10400 Malaysia
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This Guesthouse is one of a kind. Located shortly outside the buffer zone, it offers a very quite space with everything of interest within George Town in walking distance. The staff is very friendly, the rooms are very well equiped and the whole place is very clean. What I appreciate very much: drinking water, coffee, tea and shampoo/shower gel are included. There's also an excellent Wifi-connection. I can highly recommend The Magpie Residence.
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Date of stay: December 2019
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My friend and I stayed for 2 days. You can only pay by cash in this hotel, so be prepared. The room is clean and just enough spacious though the building looks old and the reception looks small at first sight. Owner is friendly who sold us quite nice breakfast on our last day. He carefully instructed us how to take the CAT bus to travel freely in the town which is a great experience. Thanks to his map of street art and instruction, we got a lot of great photos and memories. Worth a recommendation
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Date of stay: April 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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I stayed at magpie residence for 2 nights. I booked 3 different types of rooms, King Room, Double Room and bunk bed in dorm. The King Room a bit small than expected but everything else was in working order. I had a good sleep at night because the place is quiet and peaceful too. And the location is just perfect. The most I like is the cleanliness! The place is surprisingly clean it was even cleaner than my house ;p The only thing I want to comment is the snail pace elevator, it is just too scary to take at night alone hahah.. Overall we had a good stay, well recommended!!
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Date of stay: July 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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The room that we booked for was adequate. We have enough space for two of us, some space for praying, included bathroom, there was iron as well if you are hijabis like me. Iron is essential to have! The breakfast prep by the host was nice too. In case if you choose to indulge in local delicacies, there are some within walking distance in the morning and afternoon.
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Date of stay: December 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Comfortable hostel with super helpful and friendly staff. Lots of privacy in the capsule like beds, however the room got quite hot at night. Pretty good location, walking distancr to most places like Love Lane and Armenian Street and Little India. Breakfast is fantastic. Good security with lockers. Great seating area out the front to meet other travellers.
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Date of stay: May 2019Trip type: Travelled solo
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Very nice location, few minutes walk from the busy streets. The host gives the BEST food tips. Ask him for recommendations! If ever to travel to Penang again, I’d choose Magpie again. Also we love the details: hair dryer, iron, water boiler. Just the small things to make you comfortable. Thanks!
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Date of stay: March 2019Trip type: Travelled with friends
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We stayed just one night in a double with shower and opted for the breakfast. I will definitely stay here again. It has a great location, a tiny bit away from the epicenter that's beginning to look like beer street in Hanoi. Easy walk to Georgetown sites, restaurants and bars. Also next to street where so many buses travel, so easy to go whereever you want vy bus. Very comfy bed with charming linens, great breakfast sandwich. Really good shower, God shower head and plenty of hot water. WiFi could be stronger. The folks there could not be nicer.
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Date of stay: February 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Over a number of years I've stayed in 16 different lodgings in Penang. This one is about middle-of-the-pack. Interesting location, outside of the main tourist ghetto but still walkable to dining, attractions, etc. Friendly and helpful staff. Room comfortable enough with space for a useable table and two chairs. On the other side, weak, unstable wifi was a problem. As for breakfast, well, it's cheap, but you get no choice -- different item served each day and that's all you get -- chicken sandwich w/ melted cheese (Friday offering) was about the last thing I wanted for breakfast.
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Date of stay: February 2019Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I was solo travelling and it would be my first dorm experience. I booked a bed at Magpie residence after little hesitation and it couldn’t have been a better choice! It was speckless, there was privacy even with 8 beds in the dorm and I loved that it was a 3-minute walk away from the busiest street in Penang. I wanted to stay somewhere a little quieter. The hosts were extremely friendly and I was well-rested every night. Bathroom facilities couldn’t be better, there’s an iron, an ironing board, a hairdryer; basically anything you’d need! The charging sockets also have USB ports so you don’t have to worry about bringing along the head of the charger. Simply amazing and I definitely recommend it.
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Date of stay: December 2018Trip type: Travelled solo
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We stayed in this guesthouse for 6 nights. De rooms are spotless with good beds and a good shower. The breakfast is excellent. The staff is very kind and helpfull. The guesthouse is good located with several good restaurant / busstops nearby. Highly recommended!
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Date of stay: December 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Magpie Residence
What are some of the property amenities at Magpie Residence?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and airport transportation.
Which room amenities are available at Magpie Residence?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and blackout curtains.
What food & drink options are available at Magpie Residence?
Guests can enjoy complimentary tea and free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at Magpie Residence?
Yes, free parking and street parking are available to guests.
Does Magpie Residence have airport transportation?
Yes, Magpie Residence offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Magpie Residence?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Chinese, and Malay.