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Hard Rock Hotel Penang vs Eastern & Oriental Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by travel writers. On balance, Eastern & Oriental Hotel scores significantly better than Hard Rock Hotel Penang. Eastern & Oriental Hotel comes in at #1 in Penang with accolades from 5 sources including The Telegraph, Oyster and Hideaway Report.
Hard Rock Hotel Penang
Oyster
Time Out
Lonely Planet
Batu Ferringhi Beach, Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island 11100, Malaysia
From $68 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Luxury
"The luxurious Hard Rock Hotel Penang caters to families with all-ages pampering and nonstop entertainment."
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Time Out
"Part of the successful Hard Rock chain, this resort is extremely popular with families and those looking for a fun-filled beach stay."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"If you can stomach the corny, hyper-corporate vibe, this resort can be a fun place to stay."
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Eastern & Oriental Hotel
Oyster
The Telegraph
Hideaway Report
Time Out
Lonely Planet
10 Farquhar Street, Georgetown, Penang Island 10200, Malaysia
From $167 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
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."
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The Telegraph
8.0
"Like a venerable old relative, the E&O wears its illustrious heritage proudly."
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Hideaway Report
92.0
"Legendary hotel dating from 1885 situated in George Town, the capital of the island of Penang."
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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. "
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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."
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