MACALISTER TERRACES HOTEL, George Town – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Colonial Shophouse Design
Macalister Terraces Hotel occupies four British colonial-style double-storey shophouses, a 10-minute walk from George Town's UNESCO World Heritage Site. The building features multiple light-wells, including a central skylight. Original teak furnishings and custom Jim Thompson fabrics decorate the interiors, blending post-modern and neo-classical styles.
Art-Focused Rooms
All 20 rooms include air conditioning, soundproof walls, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, minibars, and tea/coffee makers. Some offer city views, private terraces, or courtyard atrium views. Adjoining rooms measure 40 sqm, with private bathrooms featuring walk-in showers and bidets. Hallways display artworks showcasing Penang's art scene.
Nearby Landmarks
The hotel is 1 km from Sun Yat Sen Museum, 1.5 km from Little India and The Camera Museum, and 2 km from Chew Jetty. 1st Avenue Mall is a 5-minute walk, while Prangin Mall is 1 km away. Penang International Airport is 20 km from the property.
Local Art Exhibitions
Macalister Terraces regularly hosts art exhibitions by local artists. The hotel's concept integrates Penang's art legacy, with displays throughout the building. Past events include collaborations with Instazine, an art and fashion magazine.
Practical Amenities
Rooms include free Wi-Fi, safes, and electric kettles. The hotel's light-wells bring daylight into interior spaces. Nearby activities include hiking, biking trails, and outlet shopping at 1st Avenue Mall.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Barber shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
Children
- Board games
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Location
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