Friendly Staff
Once again, cashing in on my uncanny good luck in finding great places to stay, I came upon the Hotel Sentral in Georgetown on Penang Island in Malaysia. After arriving by bus from Kuala Lumpur I began my search for a nice hotel and after a hot, tiring walk with my backpack I met some other tourists who pointed me in the direction of the Hotel Sentral. Within minutes I was checking into a beautiful room in this relatively new hotel for less that $50, including a wonderful breakfast. The clean, elegant, air-conditioned lobby that greeted me was a welcome refuge from the midday sun and humidity. The friendly staff met me at the front desk with a cool towel to wipe my face, a friendly gesture that I soon learned would be typical of the treatment I received throughout my stay.
Ideal Location
Located right in the center of town, not far from the Komtar Tower Shopping Center, this nine story, three star hotel was an ideal place from which to explore the rest of the city. From the Hotel Sentral one could easily walk to many of the attractions which have made Georgetown a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. With 137 well-appointed rooms, free parking, free in-room Wi-Fi, private bathrooms and complimentary coffee/tea tray, this was truly a value hunter’s paradise. The Nu Orient Coffee House on the main floor serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and I must admit, I probably over-indulged on the sumptuous buffet breakfast before checking out the next morning.
Great Value
The Hotel Sentral in Georgetown, Malaysia more than met all of my criteria for an Awesome Accommodation and I will definitely look forward to staying there again the next time I visit this beautiful city. It was well located, safe, clean and comfortable and operated by a friendly, helpful staff. And all this for less than $50 simply can’t be beat. I can highly recommend the Hotel Sentral for your next visit to Georgetown on the island of Penang in Malaysia.
