Merchant Hotel

Merchant Hotel Reviews

Merchant Hotel

55, Jalan Penang, George Town, Penang, 10000, MalaysiaView hotel details
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8.2/10
Very good
138 review
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Location9.0
Amenities7.7
Service8.4
Cleanliness7.8
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Zaidah Siti
Deluxe King
Stayed in Jan 2026
Couple
236 review
6.0/10
Posted on Feb 16, 2026
The hotel room just ok. Air conditioning not too cold. Parking is free provided by the hotel but limited. Staff hotel is helpful and friendly. Deposit rm100 want you check in to the hotel. Easy to get the food and drinks by walking distance.
user155
Deluxe Twin
Stayed in Nov 2025
Solo traveler
12 review
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Dec 11, 2025
Room is big, towels are fresh and clean and location is good. However, room service did not provide new soaps during daily cleaning.
Guest User
Executive King
Stayed in Dec 2025
Family
1 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jan 20, 2026
the bestt hotel for me n my fmly
DreamswithFaisal
Executive Twin
Stayed in Aug 2025
Business traveler
2 review
8.0/10
Very good
Posted on Sep 17, 2025
Average Stay with Room for Improvement – 3/5 We were two business travelers from Bangladesh staying at The Merchant Hotel Penang for a short work trip. Overall, our experience was okay, with a mix of positives and a few things that could be improved. Pros: The location is definitely the best part – it’s right in the heart of George Town, which made it easy for us to get around for both work and some quick sightseeing. The staff were friendly and polite, always ready to help when we had questions. Our twin room was clean and comfortable enough for a few nights, and we appreciated the strong Wi-Fi for getting work done. Cons: The breakfast buffet was quite basic and repetitive – not the best start to the day if you’re expecting variety. We also faced a small maintenance issue with the bathroom, which could use a bit more attention. The hotel is close to a mosque, and while we respect the call to prayer, light sleepers may find it disruptive early in the morning. Parking was not a concern for us, but it did look quite limited for those driving in. Final Thoughts: It’s a decent option if you’re traveling for business and looking for a centrally located, budget-friendly place. Just manage your expectations regarding food and amenities, and maybe request a quieter room if noise is a concern.
Guest User
Deluxe Twin
Stayed in Aug 2025
Traveling with friends
4 review
6.5/10
Posted on Nov 17, 2025
This hotel is a solid choice if you need a place that’s more than just a quick sleep spot. The room is comfy and functional enough if you want to hang out for a while, and it definitely hits all the basic needs. That said, just manage your expectations when it comes to the details and upkeep. You might run into a few things that need fixing.
Guest User
Deluxe Twin
Stayed in Aug 2025
Family
3 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Sep 17, 2025
Good location and great service from staff. Parking also free which is very good
Yap WitYin
Deluxe King
Stayed in Jan 2026
Business traveler
26 review
3.0/10
Posted on Feb 13, 2026
I seldom write bad reviews about any hotel but this is too disappointing. The toilet bowl is so dirty with stain on it, the towel is stained too, the toiletries kit are just simply threw on the bathroom rack, the bath tub is stained and yellowish, and the sound proofing is terrible. The location is not bad close to many eateries and pubs which causing so much noise at night. I can hear the traffic and pub music all night. The ridiculous part is i am told that there is no buffet breakfast on the first day and i requested sunny side up where they need 3 persons to come to me and check what is that. This is like the worst ever experience staying hotel like this.
AppleTata
Deluxe Twin
Stayed in Dec 2025
Business traveler
4 review
9.5/10
Amazing
Posted on Feb 1, 2026
Nice located hotel with jus footsteps to famous penang food street and souvenir shops. Reception was friendly, breakfast was simple and nice, provided free parking which is absolutely suitable for drivers, as that is quite difficult to find parking at George Town. 4.5/5 Will come again
SJ111
Deluxe Twin
Stayed in Dec 2025
Family
3 review
3.0/10
Posted on Jan 22, 2026
The room was very dirty, it was not cleaned the next day, the air conditioner was not working, the room was very hot at night, and the water heater worked only sometimes.
Guest User
Executive King
Stayed in Jan 2026
Solo traveler
4 review
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Feb 27, 2026
cleanness and good service , cleanness and good service , cleanness and good service ,
Guest User
Deluxe King
Stayed in Dec 2025
Business traveler
8 review
6.5/10
Posted on Jan 9, 2026
The bedsheet is not clean, having many hairs. The bathroom water is dirty, firstly open the water come out is yellow, after few second only turn back normal. The bathtub water is stuck.
Mr and Mrs Noel.
Deluxe Twin
Stayed in Nov 2025
Couple
1 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Jan 3, 2026
A wonderful experience. Staff were very polite, especially a staff by the name of Aida. Very helpful. The hotel is in a strategic location.
Guanliang Chen
Deluxe King
Stayed in Nov 2025
Family
1 review
9.0/10
Great
Posted on Dec 29, 2025
Best location with bus stop downstairs direct to entopia/beach/Penang hill/cat free shuttlebus. I like the contour pillow and staff are super nice and friendly
Ctsuhana
Deluxe King
Stayed in Nov 2025
Traveling with friends
2 review
10/10
Outstanding
Posted on Dec 15, 2025
Everything superb about this hotel.location,service especially staff name Afiq very friendly and helpful and very important private parking which is very helpful in this city.
Guest User
Deluxe King
Stayed in Nov 2025
Couple
1 review
5.5/10
Posted on Dec 24, 2025
my car have strech in bonet while parking at the back parking hotel. the hotel smell is not good.