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About the Hotel

No. 90, Siam Road, George Town, Malaysia

So Hotel, a 2-star George Town hotel, features air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. Additional amenities include free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, providing essential services for guests.

Rooms & Facilities

Rooms at So Hotel are equipped with flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms with showers. Guests can enjoy complimentary toiletries and a parquet floor in each room, accommodating up to three guests.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options near So Hotel include Nyonya Su Pei Private Dining and Jin Cafe, both within 0.5 miles. Local eateries serve a variety of cuisines, providing guests with multiple choices for meals.

Leisure & Local Area

So Hotel offers various recreational opportunities such as bicycle rentals for exploring George Town at leisure. Nearby landmarks include the Penang Times Square and Little India, both within 1 miles.

Transportation & Services

Transportation options include multiple bus stations within walking distance, including Pasar Jalan Anson, just a 2-minute walk away. The hotel is a 30-minute drive from Bayan Lepas Airport, with shuttle service available.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Single Room

Max:

1 person

16 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Family Room

Max:

4 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

2 Queen Size Beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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City Centre

George Town900 m

Airports

Penang International (PEN) 16.8 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spotless Rooms!

“The rooms were impeccably clean and comfortable, providing a tranquil retreat after a day of exploring.” view full review

Clean and Cozy!

“The bathroom was equipped with a convenient water dryer, ensuring a clean and comfortable experience.” view full review

Great In-Room Amenities

“Having a mini refrigerator in the room was incredibly helpful for storing snacks and drinks during our stay.” view full review

Excellent Support!

“The late hours at reception provided peace of mind, and I was even lent a charger for my phone when I needed it!” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Shops/Commercial services

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

No. 90, Siam Road, George Town, Malaysia

Map view

No. 90, Siam Road, George Town, Malaysia

City landmarks

10000

Komtar

1.5 km

Queen Street and Penang Street

Little India

2.1 km

Mall

Watsons

1.5 km

29 Church Street

Pinang Peranakan Mansion

2.3 km

Museum

Upside Down Museum

1.6 km

Gallery

Chew Jetty

2.2 km

Museum

Cheong Fatt Tze

1.6 km

Museum

Khoo Kongsi

2.7 km

Park

Padang Kota Lama

2.5 km

Jalan Tun Syed Sheh Barakbah

Fort Cornwallis

2.6 km

Museum

Wonderfood Museum

2.3 km

Amusement Park

The Top Penang

1.6 km

Lorong Baru

New Lane Street Foodstalls

1.5 km

Museum

Penang 3D Trick Art Museum

2.4 km

Museum

Penang Street Art

2.7 km

Mall

Penang Times Square

1.5 km

Shopping Area

Prangin Mall

1.5 km

Museum

Dark Mansion

1.6 km

Mall

1st Avenue Mall

1.5 km

Pagoda

Buppharam Buddhist Temple

1.3 km

Shopping Area

New World Park

1.6 km

Gallery

Hin Bus Depot

1.5 km

Event hall

Tech Dome Penang

1.5 km

Museum

The Camera Museum

2.8 km

Gallery

Fun Filled Wax Museum

830 m

Museum

Sun Yat Sen Museum Penang

2.8 km

Mosque

Kapitan Keling Mosque

2.8 km

Mall

Armenian Street

2.8 km

Museum

Penang State Museum Board

1.6 km

Nearby

Museum

My Crystal Museum

560 m

Restaurants

Siam Road Charcoal Char Koay Teow

50 m

Siam Road Off Jalan Anson

Dim Sum Food Restaurant

320 m

10400 63 Macalister Road

Xiang Peng Peng Salted Chicken

430 m

208B Macalister Road Same row with Happy Mart

Ah Soon Kor Har Mee

580 m

162 Jalan Macalister

Sin Kim San Cafe

580 m

168 Jalan Macalister

Kafe Heng Huat

740 m

108 Lorong Selamat

Joez Coconut

480 m

201 Jalan Dato Kramat

Town Steamboat Restaurant

700 m

63 Macalister Road

New Lane Hawker Centre

930 m

Lorong Baru

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

70%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great location

Clean and comfortable rooms

Limited dining options

Management issues at night

7.0/10

Very good

Rooms

8.0

Location

8.5

Service

7.7

Dining

5.1

Paul

United States, September 2024

7.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel with clean and spacious rooms, and the staff were incredibly friendly. The location is convenient, providing easy access to town, but it is a bit far from nightlife. The dining options were decent, but I felt that the breakfast lacked variety. Overall, it was good value for money, despite a few minor drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean, spacious, and comfortable, making it a nice place to relax after a long day.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and attentive, which made for a welcoming atmosphere during my stay.

Location

7.0

The hotel is conveniently located near the town area, although a bit distant from the train station and nightlife.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were decent, but I would have loved to see a greater variety for breakfast.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were well-maintained, though they could use some modernization.

Steve

United States, September 2024

7.0/10

The hotel offers a convenient location close to the town center and a bus stop, making it easy to explore the area. The rooms were spacious and modern, providing a comfortable stay. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. On the downside, the nightlife is not nearby, and the dining options were very limited.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and modern, making for a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, which enhanced my experience.

Location

7.0

The hotel is conveniently located near the town center and a bus stop, but it's not close to any nightlife.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were very limited, which was disappointing during my stay.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were decent but not particularly luxurious.

Keith

United States, September 2024

7.6/10

This hotel has a great setup with its clean and spacious rooms. I really enjoyed the friendly staff who made me feel welcome. However, the dining options during breakfast could use a bit more variety. The location is convenient for exploring the nearby attractions, but it might not be ideal for nightlife since it's a bit distant from those areas.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean, spacious, and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and attentive, which really improved my experience.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located near tourist attractions, making it easy to explore the area.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast options were a bit limited, so that was a letdown.

Facilities

7.0

The amenities were decent but could use some upgrades.

Russell

United States, August 2024

7.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms were modern and spacious, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The location was convenient for exploring the town center, hitting up tourist attractions, and it was nice and quiet at night. However, I found the dining options to be limited, especially for breakfast, and while the facilities were decent, the gym could use some better equipment. Overall, it was a good value for money, but there are a few areas for improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were modern and spacious.

Service

9.0

The staff was very friendly and helpful.

Location

9.0

Convenient for exploring the town center and tourist attractions, while also being quiet at night.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were limited, especially for breakfast.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were decent, but the gym could use some better equipment.

Tony

United Kingdom, August 2024

7.0/10

The hotel is conveniently located right in the heart of Georgetown, making it easy to explore local attractions. My room was clean and modern, providing a comfortable stay, but there were some issues with the service that left me a bit disappointed. The dining options were decent, but not quite up to par, especially with the breakfast selection. Overall, I felt the price was fair for what I received, but the Wi-Fi should have been included.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and modern, which made for a comfortable stay.

Service

6.0

While the staff was friendly during the day, I found the night shift to be lacking in attentiveness.

Location

9.0

The location is perfect, right in the middle of Georgetown and close to bus stops, though a bit distant from the night scene.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were decent, but the breakfast selection could definitely use some improvement.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were fairly average but did include all the essentials.

Ernest

United Kingdom, August 2024

6.6/10

The hotel offers a great location, being close to multiple tourist attractions and a bus stop, making it convenient for getting around. The staff is friendly and the service is decent overall. However, the dining experience could use improvement, especially regarding breakfast options. Additionally, the value may not be ideal due to some services not being included in the price.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were average in size, but comfortable and clean.

Service

6.0

The staff was friendly, but I found the night shift service lacking.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located close to tourist attractions and a bus stop, though a bit far from the train station.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast options were limited, and I expected more variety.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were decent, but not exceptionally luxurious.

United States, July 2024

7.0/10

The hotel boasts a fantastic location right in the heart of Georgetown, close to various tourist spots. The rooms are generally clean and comfortable, making for a pleasant stay. However, the service during the night shift left a bit to be desired, and some amenities were lacking. The overall experience felt like a good value for the price, though the limited dining options could use some improvement.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are clean and comfortable, providing a pleasant place to unwind.

Service

6.0

The staff were friendly, but the management during the night shift could have been better.

Location

9.0

The location is great, right in downtown Georgetown and close to many tourist attractions, though it's not near nightlife.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were somewhat limited, which was a bit disappointing.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers basic amenities, but some could use an update for a more luxurious experience.

Great location

Limited dining options

Craig

United Kingdom, July 2024

7.6/10

I had a decent stay at this hotel, which is located right in the heart of Georgetown. The rooms were quite clean and comfortable, and the staff was really friendly. On the downside, the dining options for breakfast were a bit limited, and while the pool area is nice, it could use a bit more attention. Overall, it offers good value for the price, but there's certainly room for improvement in some areas.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, making my stay enjoyable.

Service

9.0

The staff was friendly and helpful, which enhanced my experience.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located in Georgetown, making it easy to explore the area.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast options were limited, which was a bit disappointing.

Facilities

7.0

The pool area was nice but could use some maintenance.

Joan

United Kingdom, July 2024

7.4/10

I had a nice stay at this hotel which is perfectly located in downtown, making it easy to explore Georgetown. The rooms were clean and comfortable, but the service could use some improvement at times. I loved the proximity to tourist spots, but the dining options were quite limited. Overall, it was good value for money, but there are a few areas that could enhance the experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, providing a nice retreat after a day of exploring.

Service

7.0

The staff was generally friendly, but there were moments when service was slow, especially during the night shift.

Location

10.0

The location is fantastic, right in the center of Georgetown, close to all the attractions and easy access to transportation.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited, and I was hoping for a bit more variety in breakfast offerings.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offered decent facilities, but I didn't get a chance to explore everything fully.

Great location

Limited dining options

Henry

United Kingdom, June 2024

7.2/10

The hotel offered a great location for exploring Georgetown, being just a short walk from the town center and bus stops. The rooms were spacious and clean, making for a comfortable stay. While the staff was friendly, the dining options could be improved, particularly at breakfast. Overall, the amenities were good, but I found some aspects lacking in value.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and clean, providing a comfortable atmosphere for my stay.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and attentive, although I did notice some delays during meal service.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a prime spot, close to the town center and convenient bus stops, making it easy to get around.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast options were quite limited, which was disappointing considering the hotel's offerings.