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George Town · Pulau Pinang

Macalister Mansion, a Member of Design Hotels

228 Macalister Road, George Town, Pulau Pinang, 10400

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Check-in
Nov 24, 2026
Check-out
Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Accommodation

    Experience comfort and style in our air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern amenities such as a coffee machine, minibar, and flat-screen TV.

  • Convenient Facilities

    Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk during your stay at Macalister Mansion.

  • Relaxing Amenities

    Unwind on our sun terrace, stay active in the fitness centre, or explore the vibrant city with our car rental service.

Book now for a memorable experience at Macalister Mansion.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Fantastic service

  • Delicious breakfast

At the hotel

Popular amenities

44 listed
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Accessible parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Business center
  • Car hire
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
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Pools & wellness

  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool

Dining & drinks

  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Fruits
  • Kid meals
  • Restaurant
  • Wine/champagne

Fitness & outdoors

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Public transport tickets
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun terrace

Rooms & comfort

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Soundproof rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Safety deposit box
  • Security alarm
  • Smoke alarms

Getting around & access

  • Free Parking
  • Parking
  • Private parking

Guest services

  • Concierge service
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Tour desk

Services & essentials

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Room service
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

40 reviews
9/ 10
Came for the vintage vibe and met my expectations. The room was spacious and huge bathroom. Service was excellent. Enjoyed night cap at the bar...though the signature cocktail was not available.
Joan Michelle · extended group · 2026-05-25

The guest experience

9.5out of 10
40 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Fantastic service
  • Delicious breakfast

Worth knowing — Musty odor in pillows · Toilet seat lacks a bidet

How guests scored the stay

  • Location10.0

    Good location that feels tranquil due to fewer rooms.

  • Service9.9

    Fantastic service from the get-go, with friendly and welcoming staff.

  • Overall Experience9.9

    Overall, fantastic stay. Would highly recommend it.

  • Food and Beverage9.5

    Breakfast was delicious and the bar offered a good selection.

  • Amenities9.4

    Offerings like welcome drinks and quality breakfast.

  • Room Quality9.4

    Facilities in the room are great.

  • Value for Money9.4

    Standard quality for this hotel tier.

  • Cleanliness8.5

    The pillows had a musty odor, likely due to improper drying after laundering.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Remarkably consistent

94% of 17 recent stays rated 8+

9.540 reviews
  • Guest review

    9/10

    Joan Michelle · extended group · 2026-05-25

    “Came for the vintage vibe and met my expectations. The room was spacious and huge bathroom. Service was excellent. Enjoyed night cap at the bar...though the signature cocktail was not available.”

  • Absolut brilliant 🤩 can’t wait to be back!

    10/10

    Nikolas · couple · 2026-04-08

    “Everything!”

  • Overall, fantastic stay. Would highly recommend it. Staff was extremely friendly and welcoming

    9/10

    Kriskkumar · couple · 2026-02-09

    “Fantastic service from the get-go. We had a welcome drink and the staff showed us to our room. In addition, we were also offered a drink at the bar (of our choice). Facilities in the room is great as well! Breakfast was delicious as well. Good location! Not many rooms here, so it feels a bit more tranquil.”

  • Exceptional

    10/10

    Shannon · young couple · 2025-01-24

  • Superb

    9/10

    Ciaran · young couple · 2025-01-01

  • Exceptional

    10/10

    Chong · young couple · 2024-09-21

    “Staff was very friendly and hospitable. Special thanks to Lynn, manager of the Coffee Place, who was exceptional and very attentive to our needs and requests. Great place for latte! The whole mansion was delightfully fragrant and beautifully decorated.”

  • Exceptional

    10/10

    Dr · young couple · 2024-05-31

    “Such a gorgeous luxury boutique hotel. The in the rules are tastefully and beautifully done. Room is spacious and love the Aesop amenities provided.. Location wise is good and convenient.”

  • Wonderful staff and exclusive feel

    9/10

    Adh71 · review category business travellers · 2024-04-20

    “Wonderful staff, few rooms and guests gives an exclusive feel. Blanc restaurant is excellent.”

  • Very special hotel !

    10/10

    Mozammal · young couple · 2024-02-27

    “Service was excellent Room was amazing”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    steve · partner · 2024-02-06

    “The hotel has a feel of home with personalised, friendly staff who remember the way you like your tea served! The staff were most helpful and quick to fix the (blown) lights and with our luggage.”

  • Overall wonderful stay, staff is very friendly and helpful. Rooms are well designed and unt

    9/10

    Li · family with young children · 2023-12-28

    “Unique heritage building with over 100 years of history”

  • One of the best hotel i had stay

    9/10

    Yoong · young couple · 2023-09-06

    “Breakfast was ok, food is nice but the choice was not as much. The preparation for our anniversary deco is very well-done. the mini bar drinks is ok, quality. the speaker is nice with very good quality. bath is clean and the accessories for bath is complete”

  • Exceptional

    10/10

    Nor · review category business travellers · 2023-08-30

  • Good

    7/10

    Reyes · with friends · 2023-05-07

  • Exceptional

    10/10

    Deddy · young couple · 2023-04-10

  • Exceptional

    10/10

    Ming · review category business travellers · 2023-02-17

  • Exceptional

    10/10

    Intan · young couple · 2022-12-24

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