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Eastern & Oriental Hotel vs East Indies Mansion

Both properties are praised by expert writers. Overall, Eastern & Oriental Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to East Indies Mansion. Eastern & Oriental Hotel is ranked #1 in Penang with praise from 4 sources like Andrew Harper, The Telegraph and Oyster.

Eastern & Oriental Hotel
Eastern & Oriental Hotel
8 / 10
10 Farquhar Street, Georgetown, Penang Island 10200, Malaysia
From $167 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
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Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"The 100-room, historic Eastern & Oriental Hotel has been in operation since the height of the British Empire when George Town was an important harbor and trading hub." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Like a venerable old relative, the E&O wears its illustrious heritage proudly." Full review
Hideaway Report Hideaway Report
92.0
"Legendary hotel dating from 1885 situated in George Town, the capital of the island of Penang." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Everything here harks to an opulent British past but the old-fashioned (intentionally so) rooms do now come with TVs, telephones and every conceivable modcon. " Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Dating back to 1885, the E&O is one of those rare hotels for which historic opulence has gracefully moved into the present day." Full review
East Indies Mansion
East Indies Mansion
7 / 10
China street 25, Georgetown, Penang Island 10200, Malaysia
From $65 /night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Family Friendly
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Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Domestic treasures of the city’s past, such as hand-hewn kitchen utensils, school desks, and ceramics decorate the two open-air courtyards." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This large heritage shophouse has been converted into a secluded-feeling small hotel." Full review