BAZAAR Hotspots: Why We Love Eastern & Oriental Hotel, Penang

Penang awaits holiday seekers looking for pristine waters, tranquil beachfront, up-and-coming cultural hotspots, mouth-watering street food, and a hearty dose of sun and sea. Sun seekers with a penchant for beachside luxury will find solace at the Eastern & Oriental Hotel in Penang. Popularly known as the ‘E&O’, the hotel is an all-suite luxury hotel and the only one with a sweeping seafront view mere metres away in the George Town UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Established in 1885, the hotel is a perfect place for those who are energetic and curious. Providing more to this than meets the eye, here are a few reasons we love this historical hotel.

Chic decor

The Eastern & Oriental hotel has a dose of beautiful design that bids ode to the grand elegance of the British colonial era. Classic, polished, and sophisticated, the hotel is dotted with marble, dark wood, earthy hues, tufted loungers, and dramatic chandeliers.

Its city location

Nestled in the heart of Georgetown, the hotel’s location gives guests a sensory overload of Penang. Close to cultural hotspots including Sixth Sense, China House, and P.66, E&O is just a walking distance to a biosphere of gastronomical dining, art galore, homegrown fashion, and local islanders.

Comfortable rooms

When not exploring the city, travellers can pamper themselves in their chic, spacious, and comfortable rooms. In 2019, the hotel reopened after a complete restoration and refurbishment and is, today, one of the leading destinations in hospitality. It comes with 100 fully refreshed suites with luxurious amenities and upgraded room facilities, which come in eight different types, with either city or sea views.

The views

Surrounded by lush tropical greenery and the Andaman sea, the hotel has a great focal point for guests seeking to unwind or to energise the body, mind, and spirit. The hotel also has a beautiful, wide swimming pool that has a sea frontage and sits under the sun—allowing for sunbathing, reading, and Instagramming.

Indulgent gourmet meals

The next time you make a trip to the Pearl of the Orient, you would do well to take some time between the char kway teow, nasi kandar, and asam laksa to check out E&O’s dining delicacies. The upgraded hotel facilities include new restaurants and bars, that facilitate a culinary oasis showcasing international and local cuisines inviting visitors to take their time and connect with food.