Doubletree Resort by Hilton Penang, PenangDoubletree Resort by Hilton Penang in Penang, Malaysia has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.1 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 22 of 39 hotels we score in Penang. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.2 before correction: Booking.com 3.2, Tripadvisor 3.2, Google 3.3, Agoda 3.4. Rooms from about $84 a night (cached, not a live quote).Doubletree Resort by Hilton Penang is a five-star hotel situated in the Batu Feringghi area, right next to Miami Beach. The property overlooks the Malacca Strait and caters to families and solo travellers. Facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, a spa, and a kids' club. Guests can dine at Makan Kitchen, which serves international cuisine, or use the ballroom for events of up to 550 people. The rooms were updated in 2018 and offer modern interiors. While the resort provides direct beach access and a golf course, it is located a significant distance from the nightlife in George Town.What stands out

Direct beach access

On-site international dining

Family friendly facilities

Spacious modern suites

Watch out for

Far from George Town nightlife

Paid room upgrades

Better-scored in Penang

Bertam Wellness Spa And Villas, Penang: 4.5 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $320 a night. Bertam Wellness Spa And Villas is a five-star resort situated within the Bertam Resort and Water Park in Kepala Batas.

Soori Penang, Penang: 4.3 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), from $952 a night. Soori Penang is a boutique hotel located in George Town's UNESCO World Heritage area, situated next to the Khoo Kongsi temple.

The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection, Penang: 4.1 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), from $186 a night. The Millen Penang, Autograph Collection is a 38-storey hotel situated on Millionaire’s Row in George Town.