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Baba Guesthouse vs Lone Pine Hotel

Both properties are highly recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Lone Pine Hotel is preferred by most reviewers compared to Baba Guesthouse. Lone Pine Hotel comes in at 91 with praise from 4 sources including Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Time Out.

Baba Guesthouse
Baba Guesthouse
7 / 10
52 Batu ferringhi, Town Centre, Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island 11100, Malaysia
From $19 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Free Parking
  • Air Conditioning
  • Beach
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Time Out Time Out
"Cleanliness of the property is commendable and they have good security, which enhances the cosy stay. All rooms come with air conditioning, attached bathrooms, and - note this – mosquito nets too. " Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A turquoise-painted domestic compound belonging to a friendly Chinese family houses large and spotless rooms – although bare." Full review
Lone Pine Hotel
Lone Pine Hotel
9 / 10
97 Batu Ferringhi, Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island 11100, Malaysia
From $130 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
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Fodor's Fodor's
"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." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Dating back to the 1940s, this is one of Batu Ferringhi’s oldest – and best – resorts." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"The only boutique hotel on Penang’s Batu Ferringhi beach." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"The tall casuarina trees provide shade and a lovely view, while the hammocks are a popular afternoon escape. Rooms are airy and either face the sea or garden, and there are family-sized options." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This is one of Batu Ferringhi’s oldest and best resorts. The 90 rooms are spacious and bright; a few offer personal plunge pools or private gardens. The grounds have a stately, national-park-like feel" Full review