Hotel in Heritage George Town, Penang
Forum Hotel Penang
A new, central hotel on the edge of the heritage zone
Photos: Booking.com
Overview
Forum Hotel Penang opened in 2025 at 168 Jalan Argyll, between the busy Jalan Penang shopping street and the heritage zone. It has 100 rooms, from twins and kings to family rooms with two king beds; some standard kings have no window. Every room has a private bathroom, TV, fridge and free Wi-Fi, and the whole hotel is non-smoking.
The on-site restaurant serves a buffet breakfast at weekends, and the front desk is open 24 hours, with staff speaking English, Malay and Mandarin. Accessibility features include a stair-free entrance, handrails and wheelchairs on site.
Highlights
- Opened in 2025
- 100 rooms including family rooms
- On-site restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Accessible features
- Walk to Lebuh Chulia and Love Lane
Location
Jalan Penang is about 400 metres away and Lebuh Chulia, with its street art and cheap eats, about the same. Komtar and Love Lane are under a kilometre, and the heart of the UNESCO zone about 1 km. The airport is around 19 km south.
Good to know
- Ask for a room with a window if that matters to you.
- Cots and extra beds can't be added.
Questions about Forum Hotel Penang
When did Forum Hotel Penang open?
In 2025.
Is it in the heritage zone?
It's on Jalan Argyll, about 1 km from the heart of the UNESCO zone.
Are there family rooms?
Yes, with two king beds.
