Penang Marriott Hotel, PenangPenang Marriott Hotel in Penang, Malaysia has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 4 of 4 platforms), ranked 6 of 39 hotels we score in Penang. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.9 before correction: Booking.com 4.3, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 3.5, Agoda 3.7. Rooms from about $169 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Penang Marriott Hotel is a five-star property situated on the Gurney Drive seafront in George Town. It serves business travellers and holidaymakers through its dedicated business centre and leisure facilities, which include an outdoor infinity pool and a gym. The rooms feature modern interiors and air conditioning, with many offering views of the sea and the city skyline. Guests can access the beach directly from the hotel grounds. While the hotel operates under mandatory eco-rules regarding room cleaning, it provides comprehensive services like valet parking and room service. The building layout is somewhat narrow, which may affect the internal proportions of the property.What stands out

Seafront location on Gurney Drive

Outdoor infinity pool

Direct beach access

Spacious modern rooms

Watch out for

Narrow building width

Mixed dining ratings

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