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Seven Terraces vs Macalister Mansion

Seven Terraces and Macalister Mansion are both highly recommended by expert writers. On balance, Seven Terraces is preferred by most reviewers compared to Macalister Mansion. Seven Terraces is ranked #7 in Penang with endorsements from 4 sources like Hideaway Report, The Telegraph and Lonely Planet.

Seven Terraces
Seven Terraces
8 / 10
2-16 Stewart Lane, Georgetown, Penang Island 10200, Malaysia
From $127 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"Furnished in antique splendour, this romantic luxury hotel celebrates Penang’s history while offering one of the best locations in the city centre." Full review
Hideaway Report Hideaway Report
95.0
"Distinctive hotel comprised of seven restored 19th-century shophouses, on a small lane in a convenient location near the center of George Town." Full review
Time Out Time Out
" In addition to an open air courtyard, Seven Terraces boasts of a swimming pool and a Nyonya restaurant called Kebaya Dining Room. " Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Crafted from a row of seven joined shophouses, surrounding a beautiful central courtyard, Seven Terraces is one of the most luxurious place to stay in central George Town." Full review
Macalister Mansion
Macalister Mansion
7 / 10
228 Macalister Road, Georgetown, Penang Island 10400, Malaysia
From $0 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"A colonial-era mansion turned eight-room hotel in buzzy George Town." Full review
Oyster 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." Full review
Time Out 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. " Full review
Lonely Planet 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." Full review