Macalister 288 | Hotel in George Town

| 7.8 (105 Reviews) |  4 Bathrooms  9 Guests
Downtown George Town Hotel | Macalister 288

Hotel in Downtown George Town, George Town

Featuring 3-star accommodations, Macalister 288 is located in George Town, a 18-minute walk from Northam Beach and one mile from Penang Times Square. The property is around 1.2 miles from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, 1.2 miles from 1st Avenue Penang and 2.8 miles from Penang Botanic Gardens. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the hotel, rooms have a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, the rooms at Macalister 288 have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and certain rooms contain a balcony. All rooms have a safety deposit box. Languages spoken at the reception include English, Indonesian, Malay and Chinese. Wonderfood Museum is 2.9 miles from the accommodation, while Straits Quay is 3.5 miles from the property. Penang International Airport is 10 miles away.

Macalister 288 is located in George Town.

This 36 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Air Conditioner, Parking, Designated Smoking Area, and several others. This is a 3 star rated property and has over 105 reviews with the average score of 7.8 . Coming to George Town and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Designated Smoking Area
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Guest Services
Internet

Facility Overview

Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Parking
  • Private Parking
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Designated smoking area
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Safe
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Security/Safety
  • Key card access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Cashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followed

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.67
Location:
8.1
Staff:
8.91
Facilities:
7.88
Comfort:
8.1
Cleanliness:
8.26
NURUL HANIS
Nov 23, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Malaysia
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The location is superb, there are 2 cafe downstairs, so it is very easy to eat. Pretty close to attractions in Penang like Padang Kota Lama, Kapitan Macalister Road etc
Negative: Lift is unique which is not the normal lift but the hotel have stairs so if you are young and healthy, just use the stairs. TV is hard to navigate but I was fine not using it so not a major issue, as long as the room is super clean and comfy for my 2 nights stay, I am more than happy
Summary: I love it
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 20 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Slippers, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toothbrush, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Bidet, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Key card access, Air conditioning, Safe

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

Media & Technology

Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
Deluxe Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 20 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Slippers, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toothbrush, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Bidet, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Key card access, Air conditioning, Safe

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Desk

Media & Technology

Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
Deluxe King Studio
Room Type: Studio
Room Size: 25 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Deluxe King Studio

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Slippers, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toothbrush, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Bidet, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Key card access, Air conditioning, Safe

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Living Area

Desk

Media & Technology

Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
Family Room with Garden View
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 25 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Slippers, Shower, Towels, Toilet, Toothbrush, Toilet paper, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Shower cap, Bidet, Shampoo, Private bathroom

General

Key card access, Air conditioning, Safe

Living Area

Desk

Media & Technology

Streaming service (like Netflix), Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Socket near the bed
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