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Reviews of Nam Keng Hotel Penang 3 stars

17, Cintra street,, 10100 George Town, Malaysia

#22 of 178 hotels in George Town

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 121 hotel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    Charming historical atmosphere
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing

    Coming from a different big hotel around the corner this hotel was a surprise with its charming historical atmosphere. There are only 8 rooms, so it has very personal touch. There is always somebody at the reception. The staff is very nice and friendly.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    8.0
    beautiful historic hotel, great for an immersive stay in a heritage building
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    the breakfast selection was really limited

    beautiful historic building, great restoration and the ambience was immersive. staff were friendly and helpful. location was fantastic, close to many food options and places to visit.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 January 2024

    9.0
    Exceptional find!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel has been beautifully restored to a very high standard. The antiques in the main part of the hotel blended wonderfully with the very comfortable rooms.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noisy bar with live music close by, 11pm-1.30am Wed-Sun music from outside and normal windows = no sound isolation in the room

    Nice atmosphere, close to interesting Highlights

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 January 2024

    10
    Located centrally, but quiet and friendly staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    In such small place the breakfast buffet is of course limited.

    Small boutique hotel with perfect location. Quiet and central, and s very welcoming and friendly staff.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 January 2024

    8.0
    We had an enjoyable stay in a character property close to the centre of Georgetown.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wi fi was variable and did not work on some of our devices.

    We liked the character of the property especially the hand painted wall friezes.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 December 2023

    10
    Everything is flawless.
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Exceedingly pleasant.

    The hotel's location was superb. The breakfast selection was satisfactory and suitable for anyone with a small appetite, such as my family. We enjoyed the nasi lemak and nonya desserts, however the plata and you tiao was not sufficiently heated and not crispy. In general, the breakfast was satisfactory.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    location, staff , charm

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 November 2023

    8.0
    Hotel is in a good location, friendly staff and nicely decorated
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hot water in the shower did not last long enough and the bed was a bit hard.

    The hotel was decorated nicely, the staff were all very kind and welcoming. The room was nice and spacious.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 November 2023

    9.0
    Friendly staff who made you feel at home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good.

    Well positioned. Great reception staff. So very helpful, especially Tharan during the day.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2023

    8.0
    Awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    NIL

    Location

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2023

    9.0
    Lovely building in a great location and hospitable staff!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing is that I felt the bed was too hard for my liking.

    The location was pretty central and close to the shops and food streets. The hotel itself was lovely and clean. All the 3 staff on rotating shifts were really nice and friendly.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location. Rooms breakfast

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2023

    9.0
    A small quiet nice hotel in a central location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast is very basic and the same things repeated every day. However, this was known and wasn't a surprise for us. I suppose for a small hotel it is difficult to have a lot of variety. Quantity available was plenty and it serves the purpose.

    Small quiet hotel. Centrally located and walking distance from a lot of happening places. Super friendly staff. The family room was large enough for three persons. Nice bathroom with latest fittings.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 June 2023

    8.0
    On the whole if not for the staff, there is nothing to look forward to in this hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is not as good as Kimberly. Chulia street is not a good location. The bath towels are worn out. Property owner should have discarded those worn out towels.

    The staff are super friendly & helpful.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2023

    10
    The location of hotel is very convenient. You can find many street food or restaurant. The room is very clean and comfor
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room light is a little bit dark. If provide the desk lamp, it will be nice.

    The counters are very nice and kind.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2023

    9.0
    Excellent, will definitely come again if visiting Penang in the future.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Ha ha ha, the stairs are a bit steep. Without any lift, it will be a bit inconvenient when moving our luggages to rooms at level 2.

    Location definitely. The hotel is near to various eateries which is super convenient.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2023

    9.0
    Awesome!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stairs are very narrow and tricky

    i like the ambience

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2023

    8.0
    Great quaint hotel in Georgetown
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The staff were friendly and welcoming from when I arrived to when I departed. The hotel is exactly what I expected a quaint converted Malaysian Chinese house into a hotel. The room was the perfect size for a solo traveller and would be for 2 people as well. There is only a handful of rooms so it's not to busy. They let me check in early without any hesitation.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Local experience, the staff been super helpful and done their best to make our stay comfortable

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2023

    10
    Mr Tharan, exceptional staff of Nam Keng Hotel made my stay so enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nil.

    Nam Keng Hotel was exceptional in the following areas for my recent solo stay: 1) room was big and comfortable and well equipped with the necessary amenities 2) the front desk staff, Ms Priya and Mr Tharan were always on hand to make sure my stay was comfortable. I managed to follow some of Mr Tharan’s excellent recommendations on where to eat in Georgetown. 3) Location was within walking distance to all the good food in Georgetown.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2023

    9.0
    Lovely accommodation in Penang
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was pretty nice but would be even better if it was changed up every couple of days.

    Great customer service, comfortable beds, charming architecture and interiors that feels very fitting with the rest of Penang.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast is limited, few options & the same each day. The windows in the room cannot be open and it's pretty loud so make sure you pack earbuds. ☺️

    For us the location was the greatest benefit of the stay. It is within walking distance to all that matters in the city. Staff was kind and helpful and rooms are clean. The building has a nice flare.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A change of breakfast daily plus some fruits as they are so reasonable in Malaysia

    Stayed in March 2023

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