Penang is a melting pot of culture; from colonial Fort Cornwallis, Khoo Kongsi clan house to Kapitan Keling Mosque as icons of the city’s beautiful backdrop. This cultural theme is illustrated in the newly refurbished 17-storey Hotel Jen Penang! Staying true to the Peranakan roots, catch glimpses of the vibrant culture during your stay here
With brand new furniture and Penang-themed decor costing over USD14 million in renovation, the lobby, club lounge, cafe and rooms are finally ready after 15 months! On top of that, visitors can look forward to two new room types; the Family Room and Apartment, where you’ll be free to cook your own food at the chic kitchenette in the Apartment room
Spot the heritage landmarks on distinctive wallpapers, from trishaws, conventional shop house shutters and Peranakan tilings. With warm colours giving off a homely vibe, you’ll feel instantly welcomed ☺️
[P.S For a taste of authentic cuisines, check out these 10 iconic dishes to try in Penang!]
Conveniently located within easy distance from malls and yummy street food, have an easy time navigating your way around Hotel Jen, located in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site, George Town. Discover the city as you capture eccentric street mural arts and take a bite off easy-to-find halal snacks by the roads!
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Immerse yourself in a plethora of activities at Hotel Jen, and there are FOUR programmes to choose from – Jen-Why Art, After Hours, Get.Set.Eat and Native Rituals.
Leave boring out of your vocabulary as you savour mouthwatering palates of halal local delights with a creative twist at Get.Set.Eat. Try the Sultan-inspired Laksa Johor Slider, an infusion of spaghetti and crispy mini burger to the Smoked Pulled Lamb Pongteh, an adaptation of the classic pongteh dish served with focaccia bread, potato wedges and the famous Chinese five-spice powder
Shown here is the Smoked Pulled Lamb Pongteh
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*All dining outlets in the hotel are certified Halal
[Craving for more delicious eats? Eat your way through Penang with this guide!]
With wooden tables, grey tilings and potted plants decked to complement the minimalistic interior, Cafe Jen’s perfect for the modern day traveller to sit back with a cup of coffee in hand ☕️
Be captivated by Penang’s arts scene in Jen-Why Art. From the quirky paintings to iconic graphics, fill your camera roll with fascinating pictures to send back home
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Relax and unwind with the Native Rituals programme, where local live music will serenade you. Or, simply take part in tai-chi at sunset.
If you’re exploring Penang’s night life, The After Hours experience will keep you awake for sure! From night to morning, go on a midnight food hunt or simply sit back and watch the sunrise in the morning. Retreat to your room afterwards with a full tummy for a good night’s rest
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Choose from the 443 rooms available in Hotel Jen to sleep away your fatigue
Or if you’re heading to Penang for a quick family getaway, the large room inclusive of a stylish sofa bed means you don’t have to worry about sleeping in separate places
Address: Magazine Road, George Town, Penang, 10300, Malaysia
Operating hours: Check in: 2pm, check-out: 12pm
Call: +60 4 262 2622
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Can’t wait to visit Penang already? Start by booking your stay at Hotel Jen Penang here!
This modern abode with a touch of Peranakan infusion creates an authentic Penang staycation! Now, are you ready to check in yet?