The Light Hotel Penang

–Excellent location – show map
+73 photos
Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Staff

9.2

About this property

Featuring an outdoor pool and fitness center, The Light Hotel, Penang offers modern and stylish accommodations with free WiFi access throughout the property. It operates a 24-hour front desk and provides business/function facilities. Elegantly furnished, air-conditioned rooms come with a flat-screen TV, mini-bar, in-room safe and seating area. Offering shower facility, the private bathroom also includes hairdryer, a spray bidet and free toiletries. At The Light Hotel, Penang, guests can enjoy a pampering massage at the spa or relax at the sauna facility. Friendly staff can assist with luggage storage and tour arrangements. The in-house restaurant serves an appetizing selection of local and Asian dishes. After-meal drinks can be enjoyed at the bar, while room service is available. This nonsmoking property is 4.6 mi from State Mosque. Penang International Airport is 16 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free Wifi
  • Private Parking
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness center
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Buffet

  • Private parking at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
and
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
Bedroom
1 king bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Brett
Thailand Thailand
“I mentioned this earlier, but I will repeat it here: The manager was so helpful. I was struggling to produce documents for the Thai Consulate. The manager assisted me in printing and scanning a large document. He also sent me a photo that I needed...”
Bhajneesh
Thailand Thailand
“Very nice property with comfortable rooms and helpful staff. The breakfast was amazing with really good variety and taste.”
Sarika
South Africa South Africa
“The staff were so warm and welcoming. They made our stay really great! Always greeting and smiling. Breakfast had such a variety and so many options. Even the pickiest of eaters would be placated. Even though we stayed over the busiest festive...”
Nancy
Malaysia Malaysia
“We had an amazing experience at the Light Hotel! We were traveling at Penang and decided to stay at this hotel for 10 days. The room was spacious for a family of four at their family room, towels were changed everyday, water bottles were...”
Yazid
Singapore Singapore
“location to mall, accesible to local restaurant, airport.”
Ahmad
Malaysia Malaysia
“The room was spacious, modern and well equipped. The bed was very comfortable and the ensuite bathroom was also modern and spacious. The buffet breakfast was superb as we were spoilt for choices.”
Hasnizam
Malaysia Malaysia
“Go there for breakfast and it worth it. Got variety of food selection for breakfast. The bed are also comfortable.”
Code6767
Malaysia Malaysia
“The room Breakfast cuisine, variety of local cuisine”
Kholoud
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Every thing was Wow Wow, my fav hotel ⭐️ great uf you have a car 😍”
Dottie
Malaysia Malaysia
“Room was wonderful spacious for 3 pax and the food breakfast, dinner briyani choices (with sauces) are delished.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
Spice Brasserie
  • Cuisine
    Asian
  • Ambience
    Modern
  • Dietary options
    Halal
FLAVOUR@3
  • Cuisine
    French
  • Ambience
    Modern

House rules

The Light Hotel Penang takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of MYR 200 is required on arrival. That's about $47. This deposit is fully refundable upon check-out as long as there's been no damage to the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
5+ years
Extra bed upon request
MYR 189 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that breakfast fee applies to children between 4 to 11 years old.

From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted. Please note that the Penang City Council has imposed a tax of MYR 3 per room per night, payable directly to the hotel upon check in. Please note that breakfast fee applies to children between 4 to 11 years old. Please be informed room bedding request are subject to room availability upon check in.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Light Hotel Penang of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A security deposit of MYR 200.0 is required upon arrival for incidental charges. This deposit is fully refundable upon check-out and subject to a damage inspection of the accommodation.