The Edison George Town is set in a restored colonial mansion with contemporary decor. The stylish guest rooms are furnished with a sofa and guests enjoy complimentary turn down service. This boutique hotel boasts a chic common area, a bright courtyard and a swimming pool. Free WiFi and free parking are provided. Decorated with modern furnishings, the air-conditioned rooms are appointed with a flat-screen TV and a sofa. All day snacks and non-alcoholic beverages are available in the room. The en suite bathroom includes premium bath amenities. Daily continental breakfast is served at The Lounge, which offers complimentary all-day snacks and beverages. Alternatively, guests can have a meal at the nearby restaurants, located a 2-minute walk away. You can relax in the poolside sun loungers or stay under the shade in the cabanas. Friendly staff at the 24-hour front desk are happy give you tips on things to do around the area. Bike hire and airport transfers are available upon request, at an additional charge. Chinatown is 450 metres from The Edison George Town, while Little India is 900 metres from the property. Penang International Airport is a 18 km drive.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in George Town, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for George Town
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lauren
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Such a beautiful place! Staff were amazing Love the complimentary drinks in the evening, creates such a nice vibe Room sizes are incredible Loved it and would definitely go back!
  • Elaine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything. The hotel is beautiful and in a brilliant location. The room was well appointed and very comfortable. The staff were fantastic, nothing was too much trouble. Having the 24hr lounge with refreshments was great. It was the least...
  • Kerry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Attentive, friendly staff. Nice, comfortable room. Good shower. Complimentary snacks.

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of The Edison George Town
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Cable channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
Reception services
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Car hire
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Malay
  • Chinese

House rules

The Edison George Town takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00

Check-out

Until 12:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa UnionPay credit card JCB American Express Cash is not accepted The Edison George Town accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.

FAQs about The Edison George Town

  • The Edison George Town offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Swimming Pool

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at The Edison George Town can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental

  • The Edison George Town is 750 yards from the centre of George Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Edison George Town is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:30.

  • Room options at The Edison George Town include:

    • Triple
    • Suite

  • The prices at The Edison George Town may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.