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Baba Guesthouse vs Macalister Mansion
Both Baba Guesthouse and Macalister Mansion are praised by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Macalister Mansion ranks significantly higher than Baba Guesthouse. Macalister Mansion scores 83 with positive reviews from 4 publications including Condé Nast Traveler, Lonely Planet and Oyster.
Baba Guesthouse
Time Out
Lonely Planet
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
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. "
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A turquoise-painted domestic compound belonging to a friendly Chinese family houses large and spotless rooms – although bare."
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Macalister Mansion
Condé Nast Traveler
Oyster
Time Out
Lonely Planet
228 Macalister Road, Georgetown, Penang Island 10400, Malaysia
From $0 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Condé Nast Traveler
"A colonial-era mansion turned eight-room hotel in buzzy George Town."
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Oyster
Upscale
"With its grand white exterior and stunning designer interiors, the four-pearl Macalister Mansion is a special merger of Penang's British Colonial legacy with a luxury lifestyle experience."
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Time Out
"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. "
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"One of George Town's more distinctive boutique hotels, Macalister Mansion offers 8 elegantly designed rooms in a lovely old house that's been given a slick contemporary makeover."
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