![First Image.jpeg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/48Z77DtQk2vSr32uQEy739rjzfq3qZxnKX1WhyMTvahrWeCistbXT1veUC8X3deYk1.jpeg) Two absolute musts in Penang, food and beach. Since we wanted both, *bffl* and I did two days in the city and two days at the beach. The first two days, we stayed at a boutique hotel, 0.7 km from the heart of the city. ![IMG_2622.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/23ydEbVBijR11AXme8WNjWE4ytC6TFme5C6HmVV4wYAwyWGYuRcGJM1xKsUNBP2FPa9RU.jpg) Hotel Penaga from the outside, looked so-so. But when we stepped in, we were in a quaint little boutique hotel. The pool and restaurant were closed but it didn't matter because we were surrounded by food. And just a 5-minute walk took us to Chowrasta Market with plenty of good street food. ![IMG_2448.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/23wqkJEmodaST3hkYyrtqpoeKz3RB7hFJqgWLNUuXUtdWhJyZW8fNvouVRARRYsmpwgSm.jpg) There was also a popular restaurant just across the road, and down the street. So close we could throw a stone from the entrance and hit them. The only thing is there is no hotel parking, so street at your own risk and fingers crossed you find a spot close enough. We were lucky and got the same spot, 20 metres down. We paid RM6/$1.50 per day via the local parking app. Apparently, we are covered for street parking anywhere in the city for the day. ![IMG_2449.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/EpQx9pZ5ZmQkUEukR6tMSHBkShVJqmVC48AuCkNv6RYRJoY8W6uK1SM2m7tT7ec6X7B.jpg) This is what greeted us on the other side of the entrance doors. The bellhop though not dressed fancy and was even wearing slippers, was very helpful, with a big smile. ![IMG_2450.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/Ep7w1DuqqcsvNTKjLNU8xkvhofyj41HrRMGqrSVTddjCoboBeVrfpaMvzyg9dR5RxeK.jpg) There were so many cute corners to take pictures of walking up to our room on the 3rd floor. ![IMG_2451.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/EpnFkEzjBbRvdBxeFqdYdaEr2cQg8Hjx2xtAE7433mBPC7S9uN8GHME4Dkx37SQn4F2.jpg) ![IMG_2452.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/Eq3841o3c9dDNJoMRxrKzk57H2Z84MsyWzzT9fuutWECr8t7HvfJe4fT1NyEHTrKJAb.jpg) And at the end of our floor, there was an ironing corner. We didn't need to iron, but I guess this is where you'd do it because there weren't any provided in the room. ![IMG_2453.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/EqDnYUDDyUKSWhxVbufjYKzuhkzVLpz1MAZiG7Qyf8xPiMwj6ttocevH4WdtnwfkCzk.jpg) ![IMG_2454.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/Eq394BiVquCejYAprAGtZJWSk8nkgC9NyiD5kRRy9XN8EzQtCdnPLr85iinM5UfRKWT.jpg) Our room at the end of this corridor. ![IMG_2467.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/EpXKuqpnZjfRpVSW3qjdF8QLzHEsna7MvK4ztFaCcLDHqYKCkLCnhXyK9TEF4Y252rf.jpg) The room. ![IMG_2456.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/Eq7Pmuk61Q4NcWDrSLe5P345iCnjxyovBkAHvXKDdLAby5FCBT6iNcSjnQwJG7eKS4J.jpg) Seating area on the balcony, that faced the courtyard. ![IMG_2459.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/Eq7NL1poXNXbignXQCgdbfJTbW8ARdJBmutercFxvi5Jw8vrXv4PAJgZZVFvq5PvmBR.jpg) The bathroom had a jacuzzi, it looked a little manky though so we didn't use it. But otherwise, it was big with a shower. Windows that you can open while in the jacuzzi or sitting on the throne. ![IMG_2633.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/241EpAu5gWW79VV9KwE7Mt79BnP984sLh49qgQnXSX51N2PkSJgrjNkarDRA2ZTAVAmud.jpg) This is the view outside the bathroom windows/balcony. ![IMG_2463.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/23xetcJ7EVyNYRT7tXK9LenzBivyPpZ6izZZK3duyjAMLJSCdG4uef9QN4LruqLqbsiNq.jpg) We got a room on the top floor because it was mostly booked and we wanted twin beds. The beds were on the loft. ![IMG_2461.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/Eq9WKWgbA47U3pGVubUNNk4Q9MTpexzSzGdrTZ5bc1VWeAAEfu3SaGP5ADSBNaux5zu.jpg) It was really nice if you don't mind only the sleeping up and everything else below. We didn't mind. ![IMG_2462.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/Ep7xYfToQ1yTSePfPFKjc7qDBWfv1JzepJPiRNZGYYQNm93aVGkEY3esh8YTqwfdZ5G.jpg) The loft overlooks the living area below. ![IMG_2465.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/245HuTf4ue9iTozZazCf6gwLscg89ouK9jxbgDFgfiZz1DpBq9AbUxe9txDY9ZrBJJnaj.jpg) All the light switches were old school and I loved them. ![IMG_2466.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/23yTgwWm6sD1TronJEo7sabaWvtGxXcssvS9gpJkqsHy6paaC8mT4tNFXXuKQznmNdEdz.jpg) Another table at the entrance. This was good for eating our meals in the room. ![IMG_2468.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/23wqnnK6hLyrEsdCwteoAVtUHSMqwwYVkqEK7f9nn1kuduuUnAqsGvieWaTiNbebtv8Qy.jpg) And the full-length mirror. ![IMG_2623.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/EoCibapGaLMTSbFggSyoNmfQnYVRqaJGvyh4QSmM12t2oYjSn4KzG4kkA8uaQFB1GCm.jpg) A quick walk around the courtyard. ![IMG_2624.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/23wWxyUDicdGsDwRPUsPvXGK7PrVDzBQM4hSuR5me3ZVUpLKd4uLnzwa4SsFtm8nAR8Q1.jpg) There are also rooms on the courtyard level. ![IMG_2625.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/23yJQpwqaDpwCbTMEMJ4UT593vGYD45nLFoQ959iuWAgyY3tmFRHTaRQxEpAisjaWz2Kd.jpg) And this big redhead planter, we could see from our balcony and so had to take a closer look. It was taller than me :D ![IMG_2634.jpg](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/23wgaNNcPdfVoRUQVVzB7DGtFwPxbExphzQaECrXCfYEG4NmXwmBT7Pkgi83QX3LKsfb6.jpg) Me, packed and ready to leave. We had a pleasant stay, and would book this place in a heartbeat if we wanted to stay in Penang town. **Rooms for 3 days/2 nights, including taxes 👉 RM545/$130 Parking for 3 days 👉 RM18/$4.50** ![THANKYOU.PNG](https://files.peakd.com/file/peakd-hive/kaerpediem/23swXV8TTdSfCAMefZgEG2MHmtqq9ibT4QeFL1viVbJRuMz1ESKLDzE1GqbZYBZdgYxkd.PNG) _{all images are mine}

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