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title: "Rare Heritage House, Penang: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Rare Heritage House in Penang: rated 8.7 by guests, 3.5-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-14
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Hotel · ★★★★ · Reunion Asia
# Rare Heritage House

George Town, Penang, Malaysia

8.7 ·  Very good 6,696 reviews ·  #461 #461 of 1,077 in Penang ·  4.2/5 on Google, 224 reviews ·  7.8 Location score
## About Rare Heritage House

Rare Heritage House is a hotel in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. It holds a 3.5-star rating. Guests rate it 8.7 out of 10 across 6,696 reviews. Facilities include bar. It is 1.8 km from the centre of Penang. The nearest beach is 1.8 km away. The nearest airport, Penang International Airport (PEN), is 14 km away.

- **Type:** Hotel

- **Star rating:** ★★★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 12:00

- **Rooms:** 27

- **Floors:** 2

- **Opened:** 2016

- **Last renovated:** 2023

- **Chain:** Reunion Asia

- **Smoking:** Smoke-free property

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 105

107 Victoria Street, Georgetown, Penang [instagram.com](https://www.instagram.com/rarepenang/)

## How Rare Heritage House scores

Better rated than 52% of hotels in Penang

-   Guest rating **8.7**
-   Location **7.8**
-   Beach access **4.0**
-   Public transport **5.6**

Penang average

## Rating on Google

4.2/5

224 Google reviews

-   5★57%
-   4★30%
-   3★8%
-   2★2%
-   1★3%

From the property’s public Google Maps listing. It is shown for reference and is not part of the StayVersus score.

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Bar

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Minibar
-   In-room safe
-   Blackout curtains

### Policies

-   Smoke-free

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **7.8**/10

- **Walk grade:** **100**/100 Great for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **40**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""></span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.8 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest station<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Stesen Komuter Simpang Ampat</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">970 m</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">16 min walk</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Penang International Airport (PEN)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">14 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">32 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Penang</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">1.8 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">4 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Boon San Tong Khoo Kongsi60 m
-   Ghost Museum260 m
-   Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi290 m
-   Penang Hajj Gallery320 m
-   EBN Techno Gallery330 m
-   Batik Painting Museum Penang340 m

## Rare Heritage House: in detail

Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Remain linked during your visit by utilizing the complimentary internet access available. Prior to your check-in date, you can arrange airport transportation services, guaranteeing a seamless and efficient experience for both arrival and departure. Experience the wonders of Penang with ease by utilizing the services provided at taxi. Parking is accessible, supplied by the hotel for guests who arrive by car. Effortlessly plan your daily activities and travel requirements with express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes provided by the front desk services. Need some relaxation? Your room features daily housekeeping to make your stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. The hotel is completely smoke-free. Crafted for coziness, every guestroom provides an array of features, guaranteeing a tranquil night's sleep while maintaining the level of comfort. For a more enjoyable stay, select rooms at hotel are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning. At Rare Heritage House, a selection of rooms can be found that showcase unique design elements such as a separate living room. Expand your in-room entertainment choices with various amenities, such as cable TV offered in certain accommodations. Rest assured that your hydration needs will be met, as some guestrooms are equipped with a refrigerator, instant coffee and mini bar. Maintain your cleanliness and comfort using a hair dryer and toiletries available in select guest restrooms. During your visit, indulge in a range of delightful culinary choices at hotel to enhance your experience. Experience a fantastic evening effortlessly! Relish an entertaining night without venturing beyond the confines of the bar.

### Compare

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## Questions about Rare Heritage House

### How do guests rate Rare Heritage House?

Rare Heritage House has a guest rating of 8.7 out of 10 from 6,696 reviews, which is better than 52% of rated hotels in Penang.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Rare Heritage House?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00.

### Is there parking at Rare Heritage House?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is Rare Heritage House from the airport?

The nearest airport, Penang International Airport (PEN), is 14 km away in a straight line.

### Is Rare Heritage House close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 1.8 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Rare Heritage House have?

Rare Heritage House has 27 rooms on 2 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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