Best Penang Homestay – 11 Exceptional Airbnb In Penang (2023)

Most times, staying at a Penang homestay means you need your own car. But it’ll also mean more space as well as the freedom to prepare your own meals!

And for larger groups, value for your money if you can book a whole house (sometimes with a private pool) for the entirety of your stay.

There are many Airbnb Penang homestays close to the heritage area and along the northeast coast. You can choose the best homestay in Penang from this list of 11 options!

1. Stay SongSong Mount Erskine
2. Tropicana 218 Macalister
3. Straits Garden Suites
4. Sunrise Gurney
5. The Landmark Seaview Gurney
6. Tanjung Point Residences
7. Smell Rose Beach Garden
8. G&T’s Beach Front Villa
9. Susie VIP Suites@Sri Sayang Batu Ferringhi
10. By The Sea Beach Front Apartment
11. By The Sea Suites
12. De Nest Holiday Home

11 Best Airbnb In Penang

1. Stay SongSong Mount Erskine

A medium-sized family (2-6pax) can stay at this homestay comfortably since there are 3 bedrooms and 2 generous-sized bathrooms to share.

The pet-friendly home is ideal too if you would like the experience of a staycation with your dog (s)!

And since Stay SongSong Mount Erskine is close to Gurney Drive, you won’t have any trouble finding food. Or parking!

What you’ll like:

• Gracious host
• Pet friendly
• Spacious and clean home with a small yard in a quiet neighborhood
• Walking distance to local eateries (Gurney Drive)
• House is equipped with a washing machine and fridge
• Smooth check-in and check-out process

Good to know:

• No microwave, towels and toiletries, or water filter
• Attached to a bakery at the back (can be noisy)
• No Netflix
• Smoking is not allowed indoors
• No air-conditioning in the living room

• Address: 15 Gerbang Erskine, 10470 George Town, Malaysia
• Price range: ~ From RM380 (7pax)

2. Tropicana 218 X Airlevate Suites

Those with their own car may find parking a struggle with the spiralling ramp up to the car park on the 10^th floor:

But the location of this Penang homestay really cannot be beat – it’s close to many famous Penang attractions.

The air-conditioned suites are beautiful, clean, very comfortable, and well-taken care of with basic amenities provided. Some have sea views too.

However, another thing to note about staying here is the lack of lifts:

Beware if you have elders in your group – some of the suites are on the 21^st floor and the lift isn’t always available.

What you’ll like:

• Netflix access
• Lovely interiors
• Swimming pool and gym
• One parking slot is provided
• Fast WiFi

Good to know:

• An extra parking spot or parking in the basement will cost you a fee
• Firm and low beds
• Small kitchen not suitable for heavy cooking

• Address: Jalan Macalister George Town, 10400 George Town, Penang
• Price range: ~ From RM180 (3pax)

3. Straits Garden Suites, Georgetown

There are a few studio units that are available for homestay at Straits Garden Suites, Georgetown.

All of which feature elegant minimal interiors with all the basic necessities. Like a washing machine! Guests have access to the common pool, gym and children’s playground too.

What you’ll like:

• Efficient service
• Fast WiFi
• Private parking
• Clean apartments
• Close to food haunts
• PS3

Good to know:

• Parking driveway is narrow and goes up to the parking lot on the 6^th floor
• Only one bathroom
• Lack of plates and cups

• Address: 349, Jalan Jelutong, Jelutong, 11600 George Town, Penang
• Price range: ~ From RM360 (4pax)

4. Sunrise Gurney Homestay

Those floor-to-ceiling windows are perfect for taking in incredible views of the city skyline and sea! Better than what many of the best hotels in Penang offer.

The family-friendly double storey units themselves are comfortably furnished with tasteful furniture choices! There are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in total per unit.

What you’ll like:

• Outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre
• Well-equipped kitchen with water dispenser
• Close to Gurney Drive
• Quick drive to the heritage area (10 minutes)
• Spacious enough for a family of 6-8
• Private parking (for just 1 car)

Good to know:

• Rooms with sea views cost more
• 20 minutes’ walk from the night market
• No mirrors in the room
• No washing machine or dryer
• It costs extra RM20 to park another car

• Address: 68A-12-1, Sunrise Gurney, Persiaran Gurney, 10250 George Town, Penang
• Price range: ~ From RM500 (4pax)

5. The Landmark Seaview Gurney Homestay

At The Landmark Seaview Gurney, guests can relax on the sun terrace while the kids check out the children’s playground!

Units have balconies from which to enjoy the sea views! The hosts do expect their guests to go out and eat Penang food as the kitchens are very basic.

What you’ll like:

• Reliable service
• Strategic location
• Clean and roomy

Good to know:

• There is an airport shuttle service (additional charges)
• Mini market on the ground floor
• The beach (Tanjung Bungah Beach) is 2.8km away
• No washing machine

• Address: 100A, The Landmark By Katana, Jalan Tanjong Tokong, 10470 Tanjung Tokong, Penang
• Price range: ~ From RM360 (4pax)

6. Tanjung Point Residences

Tanjung Point Residences has lovely apartments facing the sea and just walking distance from Tanjung Bungah beach (1.5km)! If that’s not enough, there is a nice pool as well.

And while breakfast is not provided and their cleaning service could be better, the staff is friendly.

Note: There are units with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

What you’ll like:

• Full sized kitchens
• Stylish interior
• Looks like a new hotel in Penang
• There is a pool and an indoor gym
• Private parking

Good to know:

• There is a deposit to be paid at check in
• WiFi is not strong
• No halal restaurants nearby

• Address: 508, Jln Tanjung Tokong, 10470 Tanjung Bungah, Penang
• Price range: ~ From RM300 (2pax)

7. Smell Rose Beach Garden Homestay

Who needs a 5 star hotel in penang when you can stay here at this gorgeous landed property with a garden and its own little Japanese-style tea room!

It’s not far from the beach either! So you can sleep peacefully to the sound of the waves at night!

What you’ll like:

• Swings for the kids
• Parking is not difficult to find
• Beach access
• Hospitable and attentive host

Good to know:

• You will be sharing the house with the owner and their cat (and the other guests)
• Breakfast is not provided
• May be noisy at night since it’s close to the public beach
• No barbeques allowed

• Address: 32, Medan Tanjong Bungah, 11200 Tanjung Bungah, Penang
• Price range: ~ From RM400 (2pax)

8. G&T’s Beach Front Villa

If you liked the concept of Smell Rose Beach Garden homestay in this list, G&T’s Beach Front Villa is similar. Because this budget homestay has wonderful sew views and direct access to beach via the back garden.

The rooms are not particularly stylish but they are clean and comfortable.

What you’ll like:

• Beach access
• Sea view which you can enjoy from the balcony
• Friendly hosts
• With air conditioning
• Clean rooms
• Free WiFi

Good to know:

• Possible to rent scooters from the hosts
• Restaurants and a supermarket close by
• Cold and hot water dispenser is available
• Unit has a washing machine
• No pets allowed

• Address: The Belle Nina, 4, Lorong Abbas 1, 11200 Tanjung Bungah, Penang
• Price range: ~ From RM180 (2pax)

9. Susie VIP Suites@Sri Sayang Batu Ferringhi

Apartment suites at the Susie VIP Suites@Sri Sayang Batu Ferringhi have a touch of luxury to them with wooden furnishings! And a grand balcony complete with table and chairs.

This is also another Penang homestay that has the advantage of being close to the beach!

What you’ll like:

• Fully functional kitchen
• Friendly host
• Sea views
• Very clean and comfortable
• Fast WiFi
• Bathtub!
• Washing machine and dryer
• Satellite TV
• Outdoor pool and common garden

Good to know:

• Onsite mini mart
• Parking is not free

• Address: 188, Jalan Batu Ferringhi, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Penang
• Price range: ~ From RM288 (4pax)

10. By The Sea Beach Front Apartment

In the same area as the previous Penang homestay in Batu Ferringhi,

By The Sea Beach Front Apartment units are easy on the eyes! With wood elements and a pop of color here and there!

What you’ll like:

• Large units
• Welcoming host
• Additional sofa bed
• Common outdoor pool and garden
• Children’s playground nearby
• Well equipped kitchen (including an oven)
• Kid-friendly indoor activities (books, a tent, etc)
• Many restaurants around

Good to know:

• 2.6km from Miami Beach
• Airport shuttle service (additional charge)
• No bathtub

• Address: 110, Jalan Batu Ferringhi, Kampung Batu Feringgi, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Penang
• Price range: ~ From RM600 (5pax)

11. By The Sea Suites – Managed by SDB Host

By The Sea Suites really are by the sea and right on the beach! They are suitable for families with 3 or 5 kids!

The super clean and fully furnished units look like something out of IKEA’s monthly catalog. And each room has its own terrace too.

What you’ll like:

• There is a fitness center, pool and common garden
• Washer and dryer
• Friendly host
• Family-friendly
• Easy parking (covered and ground level)
• Quiet
• Eateries close by

Good to know:

• Night market is within walking distance
• Netflix not available

• Address: By The Sea, Jalan Batu Ferringhi, Kampung Batu Feringgi, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Penang
• Price range: ~ From RM570 (5pax)

12. De Nest Holiday Home

A top pick for Penang homestays in Bayan Lepas:

De Nest Holiday home incorporates 4 bedrooms and common spaces (including a shared kitchen and garden) for their guests!

As a plus, there are hiking trails to explore from this fully furnished holiday home!

What you’ll like:

• Amiable host
• Close to Queensbay Mall
• They have washing and ironing facilities
• Quiet location
• Spacious and clean

Good to know:

• Limited private parking for guests

• Address: 15 Tingkat Bukit Jambul 2, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Malaysia
• Price range: ~ From RM550 (10pax)

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Getting Around Penang

Have your heart set on an attractive but remote Penang homestay?

With a private tour service like RayTheTour, you can stay there even if you don’t have your own car! Best of all, the itineraries are fully customize-able too.

For example, you can have a pick-up from the airport in the morning. Then go sightseeing around town until the evening. And they will drop you off at your chosen homestay afterwards! Or vice versa!

Other benefits:

• Trustworthy and knowledgeable guides that speak English, Chinese or Malay
• Drop off and pick up service anywhere in Penang is complimentary during your tour duration
• Online customer service (book through WhatsApp)
• Comfortable transport
• Tour can cover Ipoh, Taiping, Cameron Highlands and more too!
• Flexible hours between 8.30am to 8pm

Conclusion

There’s something about hotels that does not feel very personal! Penang homestays however, will feel like home away from home.

Most of these options are cozy apartments with sea views, parking and other necessary conveniences. Which does make it very hard to choose one!