I recently had the pleasure of staying at the 88 Armenian Boutique Hotel in George Town, Penang, and it was an absolute delight. Tucked away in the city's historic heart, this place is a gem that perfectly mixes modern chic with the timeless charm of its surroundings. The rooms here are a dream. Think sleek, ultra-modern decor with every little comfort you could wish for. From the plush beds to the mood lighting, every detail makes the room feel like a personal retreat. But what really makes 88 Armenian stand out is its service. They've thought of everything to pamper their guests. Each night, they offer a turn-down service that just makes you feel special, and the bath butler service? Absolutely divine. Imagine slipping into a bath tailored just for you, perfect after a day of exploring George Town. After the deeply relaxing bath you can nibble on the snacks provided and enjoy a refreshing pot of iced tea. And if you're visiting during Ramadan, the hotel really shows its thoughtful side. They provided a suhoor service with a hearty, freshly prepared pre-dawn meal that was different every day. These also happened to be some of my favorite meals during my stay. All in all, 88 Armenian isn’t just a place to stay—it’s an experience. With its blend of modern luxury and a nod to local culture, it’s the perfect base for any Penang adventure.

Stayed in April 2024

The hotel is stylish, convenient, and has nothing to improve on. The price is not expensive considering the attractiveness of this hotel.

The hotel location was central of George town main streets and excellent. As soon as we arrived at the hotel, the staff gave us a very detailed introduction to sightseeing in Penang. In addition to that, they prepared a packed lunch box for breakfast since they knew that we would depart early in the morning the next day as well as they sent our parcel at the post office, which was not originally included in hotel service. They also handled the early morning airport drop off for us.

Stayed in April 2024

Noisy during Chinese New Year as it is on the street. Whoever designed the fittings in the bathroom and the electrical system should go back to school- they are incredibly difficult to use/understand as they are "very modern".

Centrally located, large room, very good staff

Stayed in February 2024

The door to the room is a little tough to open. Even the staff we requested help from could not open it 😄 Still love this charming place ❤️ Will return definitely

The staff were warm and the service impeccable. Every detail is well thought through. Love the buzzling surroundings. Highly recommend 👌🏼

Stayed in March 2024

my room was a little small but it had everything I needed, including a wonderful view of Penang!

Fabulous location!! Incredibly filling breakfast!! World class customer service (concierge, butler rolled into one). So grateful to KC and the team. They helped me sort out so many things and were super responsive via WhatsApp— including helping me pick up a batik alteration before shop closed. 88 Armenian is quite possibly Penang’s best kept secret. Ideas for couples and solo travelers who want privacy, quiet, and ease of access to getting around to all major sites!! This is a boutique hotel so it is small and cute- not a ton of amenities but a truly wonderful spot to rest after a day of adventure. The bath butler was a super relaxing experience - really lovely teas and all that come with it.. I struggled a little bc it was warm out and the bath was even warmer but still a wonderful way to end the day relaxing in a fabulous tub!

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing

Everything! The location, the building, the comfort, the staff. If was perfect. The bath and the light coming in was amazing.

Stayed in December 2023

Not a personal dislike but a general comment - keep in mind that this is a small boutique hotel and doesn't have some amenities you could expect in large hotels such as on-site laundry or a gym. The staff will be more than happy to provide you with contacts, though!

This hotel is an absolute gem - located inside the UNESCO World Heritage George Town old city centre and a stone's throw from most of the street art, the family jetties and most of the street food markets, it's a fantastic location for fellow foodies or culture connoisseurs looking to explore George Town on their own two feet. The rooms are modern (beware the touchpad menus if you're not tech-savvy, though) and very well furnished, with some of the comfiest beds I've had the pleasure to sleep in in the last decade. The experience is topped off by truly brilliant staff - from before our visit until the very last minute of our stay, the team made sure that our stay at the hotel (which was part of our SE Asia honeymoon tour) was truly special. A shout out to Suet Chin (for the pre-planning and arranging of transfers and a food tour guide), and KC and AiTee for looking after us on-site, including an initial 15-minute briefing on the hotel and George Town with many, many recommendations. Appreciated the turndown service and the small goodies we found in our room each evening - from the coconut cookies to the iced tea and the bath butler service! Whenever we'll be back to Penang, we're sure to visit again!

Stayed in January 2024

Absolutely everything ! From the second of arrival to the second of departure! We made to feel so special the information we received about the area places of interest - the rooms - service / never experienced. Nothing like it before- will definitely be back!

Stayed in January 2024

A few too many unknown extra charges at check out. Still good value but I’d much rather know the total price including tax , service charge at point of booking.

Beautiful bedroom and bath butler service

Stayed in January 2024

Very centrally located with lots of eating places around. Street art was everywhere. Can easily walked around in central George Town.

Stayed in January 2024

The clothes hangers are aesthetically pleasing but not so user-friendly. Otherwise, there is nothing that we can pick on.

A building that stands out from crowd in the heart of Georgetown. This hotel is strategically located where most attractions and sought-after eateries are within walking distance. Staffs were very helpful (with just anything), friendly and professional. We had nutmeg based beverage as welcome drinks that my niece surprisingly enjoyed and wanted more while listening to briefing on local delicacies and attractions along with the background story of the hotel upon check-in. The rooms were clean, comfortable and well maintained. The complimentary bath butler service is a must-try experience especially after a long day. Lovely breakfast with varieties, we like the fresh fruits. Of course, Netflix, and particularly Spotify with B&O speaker made the entire stay even more enjoyable.

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing!

Amazing boutique hotel in the heart of Georgetown's historic centre! Walking distance to so many sights and restaurants/hawker centres. The staff were so helpful and friendly, and genuinely made sure our stay was as comfortable as possible. The rooms were so nice and the bathroom in particular so luxe, and we were always left a home-made treat each day from staff!

Stayed in December 2023

Excellent location, good modern rooms and the breakfast superb! Also staff were very kind and helpful :)

Stayed in December 2023

Absolutely stunning building right in the heart of George Town. The room was beautiful and perfectly thought out. The bathroom.... incredible. Bar and restaurant downstairs, we didn't have dinner there but evening drinks which were great value. Can't fault this hotel.

Stayed in November 2023

I wish there was a bit more choice for breakfast .

Room was well appointed, with great beds and linen. Bathrooms were spacious and very well planned. The hotel was very quiet and staff was extremely helpful with tips on how the city must be navigated .

Stayed in October 2023

Loved every detail. Nothing to say

The service was an absolute 10! The staff was great and soooo helpful at every point.

Stayed in September 2023

Very clean, well prepared with Netflix Center of George Town and the staff were very attentive.

Stayed in September 2023

Nothing.

We had an incredible stay. The level of service and quality is the same as any major high-end 5* hotel and perhaps even better as its more personalised being a boutique. The staff were extremely helpful and kind. Everything was perfect from the beautiful room, bath butler service (with speciality tea and chocolates), daily local snacks in the room, turndown service, Aesop toiletries and advice on what to do in Penang. Breakfast was delicious, changed daily and was even tailored to one of us being lactose-intolerant. Thank you very much!

Stayed in July 2023

nothing

everything!!!!! nothing to dislike. I’ll stay again in the future FOR SURE!

Stayed in April 2023

Nothing. But I do look forward to when the F&B will be opened.

The location. The very helpful staff. The comfortable rooms. The lovely breakfast. The bath prepared for us upon request. The thoughtful complimentary snacks and drinks. The Aesop toiletries.

Stayed in June 2023

nothing

location

Stayed in May 2023

The 88 Armenian has the ideal location within Georgetown's UNESCO World Heritage Zone - only few steps from all major tourist destinations within the historic centre, at the same time situated in a calmer section of famous Armenian Street. We were - once more - overwhelmed by the exclusiveness of the luxurious boutique hotel, a pearl of modern interior architecture within a colonial-time edifice. This was due to many reasons: A total of only 6 rooms overall, the individualized and always attentive service Lawrence provided, the extremely high quality of furniture, bathroom equipment and decoration, the lovely bathroom amenities, the extensive complimentary minibar and snack selection, daily tea time and breakfast delicacies etc. Also, the room was cleaned thoroughly on a daily base, night-time greetings handed out every evening and daily, very friendly and personal chats with Lawrence made us feel like home. At times, the street noises became a bit of an obstacle to sleeping due to the lack of noise protection, but the muezzin's prayer calls in the morning somehow even added to the already magical atmosphere. Thank you, Lawrence and the entire team of 88 Armenian including Suet Chin, who managed the pre-communication in such lovely ways, for having us experience true luxury!

Stayed in January 2023

The 88 is on the most beautiful street in Georgetown. It’s very central and a short walk to most of the destinations that you’d want to see in Penang. Our host was extremely helpful and the hotel itself is incredible - a beautifully preserved colonial building.

Stayed in January 2023

Decent location, friendly staff & comfortable beds

Stayed in December 2022