Jen Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La

Overview

JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La dishes up a cracking blend of comfy digs and leisure — think spacious rooms with Insta-worthy city views, a handy shuttle whipping you off to the shore, and a whopper of a pool scene for the grown-ups and little ones alike. With a cheeky nod to both family jollies and couple escapes, the vibe is all about laid-back luxury without the faff, topped off with top-notch wellness facilities to keep things feeling posh.

Location

Bang in Georgetown’s buzzing shopping and commercial nook, there’s no shortage of retail therapy or a good nosh-up here. Two shopping havens and a glitzy entertainment patch are just a speedy stroll away, while Komtar and Penang 1st Avenue Mall are literally round the corner for fashion fixes and foodie pit stops. Chulia Street and Armenian Street offer cracking local café crawls within arm’s reach, and iconic spots like the George Town UNESCO World Heritage Site or Cheong Fatt Tze’s Blue Mansion are all close enough for a proper explore. Getting about is spot on too — Penang Airport's a short taxi spin away, with the train, harbour, and a handy bus stop all waiting nearby.

Rooms

Spread across 17 floors, these 443 rooms and suites are all about space to stretch out and those beaut panoramic city views. Whether you’re a couple or bringing the whole crew, choose the climate that suits you with both central and personal air con settings. Cot on demand? Sorted for the little nippers. There’s even a disability-friendly option so everyone can join the jollies. Epic views and plush comfort — tick and tick.

Food & Drink

Delish dining is front and centre, whether you fancy an easy-going café bite or something a bit more posh in the restaurant. Buffet spreads for brekkie, lunch, and dinner mean no one’s going hungry, and there’s a proper à la carte menu for those with a taste for choice — including scrummy vegetarian eats, naturally. Little ones are well looked after too, with bangin’ kids’ meals available. Bigger bash or gathering? The banquet hall’s up for it.

Sports & Entertainment

Kick back by the outdoor pool or let the kids go wild in their own splash zone, complete with plenty of sun loungers for soaking up the rays (and plotting your next Fanta Lemon run). The gym’s open 24/7 for those who fancy a workout, while table tennis offers a bit of friendly rivalry. If recharging’s more your thing, the sauna, steam room and calming massage treatments are ready to deliver that creme de la creme relaxation. Couples and families alike will find something smashing here.

Distance From Major Transportation Hubs

With Penang International Airport just a breezy 20-minute drive away, Swettenham Harbour a brisk 2 km jaunt, and Butterworth Train Station an easy 6.2 km hop, getting to and from your jollies is brill. Plus, a handy bus and metro stop sits right outside for popping off around the city at a moment’s notice.