Penang

A distinct colonial charm; white wooden shutters go well with the ocean-inspired contemporary artwork. The 90 rooms offer a mixture of seafront terraces, balconies, and private courtyards. — Fodor's

Legendary hotel dating from 1885 situated in George Town, the capital of the island of Penang. — Hideaway Report

This lovingly restored heritage building was home to an old medical shop for more than 100 years. — The Telegraph

With its tasteful décor, great service and children’s activities, this hotel, located on Batu Ferringhi beach, is a welcoming and relaxing base for a family getaway. — The Telegraph

Distinctive hotel comprised of seven restored 19th-century shophouses, on a small lane in a convenient location near the center of George Town. — Hideaway Report

The rooms are all equipped with a large en-suite bathroom and are spacious with built in beds underneath thick mattresses covered in crisp, white sheets. — Time Out

All suites are located on the second floor of the house and downstairs is where you’ll find a spacious dining and living areas sun-lit in the daytime by the indoor courtyard. — Time Out

Spread across 30 acres, its beachside grounds shaded by historic raintrees, the Rasa Sayang is Batu Ferringhi's top resort. — Lonely Planet

Looking fabulous after a major overhaul, this spacious colonial building offers tastefully decorated rooms, a light-infused courtyard, high ceilings, latticed windows and a grand entrance. — Lonely Planet

Located just outside the heritage zone, Macalister Mansion stands out in its white splendour. As you enter the driveway you can imagine how the original owners must have lived. — Time Out

A breezy, spacious shophouse boasting four suites, three of which can sleep up to four. — Lonely Planet

The Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang is a three-and-a-half-pearl contemporary hotel aimed at business travelers, though it's a great choice for leisure travelers too. — Oyster

Occupying one of George Town's most emblematic buildings, the Blue Mansion wrote the book on how to craft the ideal heritage hotel. — Lonely Planet

Occupying a former mansion, its kitchen and stables, 23 Love Lane tastefully combines antique furniture and fixtures with modern design touches and arty accents. — Lonely Planet

A modern, urban hotel with pleasing refurbished rooms and a restaurant that serves an excellent breakfast – complete with make-your-own noodle carts. — The Telegraph

With over 161 rooms tucked within the hotel, there’s also space for any kind of traveller from a solo backpacker (choose Superior Single) to a family of four (Family Quad room is for you). — Time Out

If you can stomach the corny, hyper-corporate vibe, this resort can be a fun place to stay. — Lonely Planet

Attractive, comfortable, boasting great service and representing good value, the Museum Hotel is a gem in this price range. — Lonely Planet

The Yeng Keng is a revamp of a 150-year-old hotel. — Lonely Planet

This hotel takes up most of a city block and spans three sections: a row of two-storey family-friendly mini-homes, apartment-sized suites and spacious rooms. — Lonely Planet