Stay & Relax

Homestays

Homestays in Penang provide an alternative to conventional hotels by offering affordable and comfortable accommodation for tourists who wish to stay with locals, or away from the city’s hustle and bustle. Holiday-makers will get the chance to experience local cultures and lifestyles in a laid-back atmosphere. Participate in typically rural activities such as fishing, rubber-tapping, fruit-picking, craft-making and so on. Exchange stories with the locals, savour home-cooked meals and even possibly be part of a traditional wedding celebration, or get one organised for yourself! 

 

Penang’s homestay programme encompasses 11 areas across the northern region, each uniquely with its own special features that promise tourists a memorable and eventful time. These include:

 

  • Balik Pulau Homestay
  • Kota Aur
  • Pulau Betong
  • Pulau Aman
  • Sungai Chenaam
  • Mengkuang Titi
  • Sungai Duri
  • Teluk Bahang
  • Sungai Semilang
  • Sungai Setar Besar
  • Lahar Yooi

Association of Tourist Attractions Penang (ATAP)

Below is a list of attractions registered with the Association of Tourist Attractions Penang (ATAP):

Members Category Remarks Web Address
Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm Eco-Agro Attraction With ticketing www.entopia.com
Penang Bird Park Eco-Agro Attraction With ticketing www.penangbirdpark.com.my
Tropical Spice Garden Eco-Agro Attraction With ticketing www.tropicalspicegarden.com
Penang Botanic Gardens Eco-Agro Attraction – www.botanicalgardens.penang.gov.my
Penang Forest Parks & Museum Eco-Agro Attraction – jhn.penang.gov.my/index.php/en/taman-rimba
Penang Tropical Fruit Farm Eco-Agro Attraction With ticketing www.tropicalfruitfarm.com.my
Penang National Park Eco-Agro Attraction With ticketing www.wildlife.gov.my
Bee Gallery Eco-Agro Attraction – https://www.facebook.com/beegallerypg
Monkeycup Eco-Agro Attraction With ticketing www.facebook.com/monkeycup.pghill
The Habitat Penang Hill Eco-Agro Attraction With ticketing www.thehabitat.my
Audi Dream Farm Eco-Agro Attraction With ticketing www.audipenang.com
Seh Tek Tong Cheah Kongsi Arts, Culture, Heritage, Religion With ticketing cheahkongsi.org/
Penang State Museum & Art Gallery Arts, Culture, Heritage, Religion With ticketing www.penangmuseum.gov.my
Pinang Peranakan Mansion Arts, Culture, Heritage, Religion With ticketing www.pinangperanakanmansion.com.my
Kek Lok Si Temple Arts, Culture, Heritage, Religion With ticketing www.kekloksitemple.com
Muzium & Galeri Tuanku Fauziah, USM Arts, Culture, Heritage, Religion With ticketing www.mgtf.usm.my/index.php/en/
Snake Temple (Hokkien Kongsi) Arts, Culture, Heritage, Religion – –
Penang Light House Arts, Culture, Heritage, Religion With ticketing –
Rumah Berhala Tow Boo Kong Arts, Culture, Heritage, Religion – www.towbookong.org.my
Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi Arts, Culture, Heritage, Religion With ticketing www.khookongsi.com.my
Penang 3D Trick Art Museum Arts, Culture, Heritage, Religion With ticketing www.facebook.com/penangtrickart
Teddyville Museum Penang Arts, Culture, Heritage, Religion With ticketing www.facebook.com/teddyvillemuseum
One East Museum & Gallery Arts, Culture, Heritage, Religion – www.facebook.com/oneeastmuseum
Wonderfood Museum Penang Arts, Culture, Heritage, Religion With ticketing www.facebook.com/Wonderfoodmuseum
Dark Mansion 3D Glow In The Dark Museum – Ceased Operation from February 2024 Arts, Culture, Heritage, Religion With ticketing www.darkmansionpenang.com
Cheong Fatt Tze – The Blue Mansion Arts, Culture, Heritage, Religion With ticketing www.cheongfatttzemansion.com
Penang Veterans Association Associate Member – –
Tech Dome Penang Tourism Education With ticketing www.techdomepenang.org
SEGi College Penang Tourism Education – www.segi.edu.my
Cheong Kim Chuan Local Products Shopping – www.ckc.com.my
Island 88 Shopping – island88.com
Craft Batik Shopping – penangbatik.com.my
Little India Shopping – –
Kun Kee Food Industries Shopping – www.kunkee.com
Ghee Hiang Shopping – www.ghee-hiang.com
Sunway Carnival Mall Shopping – www.sunwaycarnival.com
Straits Quay Shopping – www.straitsquay.com
PG Gold Museum (moved to Kuala Lumpur) Shopping With ticketing www.facebook.com/pggoldmuseum
Travis Hegel Shopping – www.travishegel.com
Gurney Paragon Mall Shopping – www.gurneyparagon.com
Auto-City Juru Food, Beverage & Entertainment – www.autocity.com.my
David Brown’s Restaurant & Tea Terraces Food, Beverage & Entertainment – www.penanghillco.com.my
New World Park Food, Beverage & Entertainment – www.newworldpark.com.my
The Top Penang Food, Beverage & Entertainment With ticketing www.thetop.com.my
Icon City Food, Beverage & Entertainment – www.iconic.com.my/portfolio/icon-city
Bao Teck Tea House Food, Beverage & Entertainment – www.facebook.com/baoteck25
Focal Concepts MICE Venue/Event – www.focal-concepts.com
Leisuretime MICE Venue/Event – www.facebook.com/LeisureTime.my
Rapid Penang Tourism Services Charge fare myrapid.com.my/bus-train/rapid-penang
Penang Hill Tourism Services Charge fare www.penanghill.gov.my
SHL International (MM2H) Tourism Services – www.mm2home.com
LinkBike Tourism Services – www.linkbike.my

Yacht and Sunset Cruise

Yachts and cruises in Penang are the ideal options to relax and unwind at day’s end and witness a legendary Penang sunset over the Straits of Malacca. One can easily opt to charter a yacht or hop on a cruise offered by selected hotels to enjoy a sunset cruise.

Spa & Wellness

Experience real Penang indulgence at luxury spas or seek out traditional Asian medicine practitioners to melt those worries away. After a tiring day touring Penang, treat yourself to an indulgent evening.