The Berjaya Penang Hotel, PenangThe Berjaya Penang Hotel in Penang, Malaysia has a corrected score of 2.6 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 37 of 39 hotels we score in Penang. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.3 before correction: Booking.com 1.8, Tripadvisor 2.3, Google 3.0. Rooms from about $53 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Berjaya Penang Hotel is a four-star property situated within the 1-Stop Midlands Park complex in George Town. It serves business travellers and families looking for proximity to Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre, and an on-site restaurant. Rooms include air conditioning, minibars, and views of the city. While the hotel offers convenient access to local entertainment and dining, some guest feedback indicates that the room decor feels dated and cleanliness levels vary. The building was originally constructed in 1997 and underwent renovations in 2013.What stands out

Central George Town location

On-site swimming pool

Affordable nightly rates

Free self parking

Watch out for

Dated room interiors

Inconsistent cleanliness

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