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Ren i Tang

3.5 star property
Inn with restaurant, near Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal

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Interior entrance
Cafe
Property amenity
Studio Flat with Kitchenette(First Floor)
Double Room, 1 King Bed | Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
    Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is CA $94
CA $106 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29

Room options

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Airwell Room (Second Floor)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Penang Room (Second Floor) | Room amenity

Penang Room (Second Floor)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 8 (Friends Room)

Room 8 (Friends Room)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, 1 King Bed

Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room 7 (Courtyard Room)

Room 7 (Courtyard Room)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 19.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Loft Room 17 (Second Floor)

Loft Room 17 (Second Floor)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Sofa bed - single
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Loft Room 18 (Second Floor) | Living area

Loft Room 18 (Second Floor)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Flat with Kitchenette(First Floor)

Studio Flat with Kitchenette(First Floor)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Room (First Floor)

Family Room (First Floor)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Balcony Room (First Floor)

Balcony Room (First Floor)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Studio Flat with Kitchenette 2(Second Floor)

Studio Flat with Kitchenette 2(Second Floor)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Loft Room 19 (Second Floor)

Loft Room 19 (Second Floor)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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CA $119 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Map
82A, Lebuh Penang, Unesco World Heritage Site, George Town, Penang, 10200

What's nearby

  • Pinang Peranakan Mansion - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Padang Kota Lama - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Penang City Hall - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • KOMTAR - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 28 min drive
  • Penang Sentral - 29 min drive
  • Sungai Petani Station - 44 min drive
  • Tasek Gelugor Station - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sri Ananda Bahwan Restaurant ஶ்ரீ ஆனந்த பவன் உணவகம் - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Two Frenchies Cafe Bistrot - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Leaf Healthy House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Eng Loh Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sri Ananda Bahwan Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Ren i Tang

Ren i Tang puts you just a 5-minute drive from Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal and KOMTAR. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Bistro Tang, which serves lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, Malay

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 17 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite self parking (fees apply)
  • Street parking available

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Bistro Tang - This bistro serves lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: MYR 150 per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for MYR 40 per night

Parking

  • Self parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Ren i Tang
Ren i Tang Inn
Ren i Tang Inn Penang
Ren i Tang Penang
Ren i Tang Penang/George Town
Ren i Tang Inn George Town
Ren i Tang George Town
Ren i Tang Inn
Ren i Tang George Town
Ren i Tang Inn George Town

Frequently asked questions

Does Ren i Tang offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Ren i Tang does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Ren i Tang?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Ren i Tang?
Yes, there's self parking on site (charges apply).
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ren i Tang?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Ren i Tang and nearby?
Ren i Tang has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Ren i Tang?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Bistro Tang.
What's the area around Ren i Tang like?
Ren i Tang is in Downtown George Town, a short 8-minute walk from Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal and 4 minutes' walk from Padang Kota Lama.

Ren i Tang Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
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Cafes
Location

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was surprisingly wide and super tasty, with a variety of options including local flavors and nonya desserts. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Gerard, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jeffrey, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Historic hotel oozing with charm and character
We absolutely loved our stay here. At first we weren't sure if we were entering the lobby or an antique shop but once we were inside we were greeted warmly, our suitcase was whisked upstairs using an ingenious rope pulley, and we were immediately immersed in a place where every single piece of decor was clearly carefully considered to fit within the antique style. Despite the old school surrounds, there were modern comforts like air conditioning, and every part of the hotel was also spotlessly clean (while retaining character). We stayed in a family room with our 2 kids aged 7 & 9, and there was plenty of room for the whole family. We had our own room with a door, while the kids had two single beds in the wider area. I especially appreciated their efforts to reduce their environmental impact by serving filtered water in glasses, even their bins were lined with old newspaper instead of plastic bags. If you stay here, make sure you have at least one lunch or dinner at the cafe downstairs, it was so delicious and packed with local flavours. Their breakfast selection was also surprisingly wide and super tasty, including nonya desserts and roti which my son loved. Location couldn't be better, you're a short walk from all of Georgetown's attractions. Overall I think we enjoyed our stay here more than our beach resort. If you see this hotel has availability, I urge you to book immediately, it's a real gem.
Clara, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Shaun, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Par, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ren I Tang was amazing. Every detail of the property was beautiful and I enjoyed everything about it. Shower gel, shampoo, coffee, breakfast just enough and perfect. The owners were helpful and welcoming and quiet and just perfect. I strongly recommend.
Hiroko, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location in the heart of George Town. Wonderful restoration of old building. Staff are excellent
Haw Tien, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The antiquity and beautiful scene of the hotel itself and surroundings. The neighborhood is so warm and cultural by nature. I love also the staff and management of the hotel, very friendly and professional.
Anna Chui Han, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were wonderful. Made us feel totally at home at this beautiful, historic building. Would highly recommend to anyone who wants a really convenient and thoroughly enjoyable location in historical George Town. Look forward to visiting again next time we’re in Penang.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it.
A lovely experience in a restored guest house, with generous and kind owners. An actual 'heritage' place, unlike other hotels claiming the same. Highly recommended if you want to stay in the UNESCO heritage zone. Also the food in the cafe was so delicious!
Gordon, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Historic inn in Little India
Loved this hotel. It's an old historic building impeccably and sensitively remade as lodging, with the character lovingly preserved. Delightful, interesting breakfasts. Good bathroom. Great staff, very helpful. We also had the best meal of our Georgetown stay in their cafe, and that's saying something. Located in the most vibrant section of town, with all the color and flavors of India right outside your door. We had a wifi router right in our room, and good AC as well as a ceiling fan. Perfect for anyone who loves history and doesn't mind climbing steep wooden stairs.
John, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Tranquility of the accommodation despite the hustle and bustle of the streets! :) Very quiet rooms that allowed us good nights’ rest. The hosts were the best! If you need advice on which room best suits your needs, you can contact the hosts. The staircase may not be young children/ elderly/ pregnant lady friendly but the quaint preservation of it certainly adds flavour to the well conserved building.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are very friendly and helpful. The property is unique and very nice but the stairs need to be gotten used to.
PETER, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Shankar, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A real gem!
Just an amazing heritage hotel experience, beautiful place and the friendliest manager and staff.
Ivar, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I like it’s historic and well preserved architecture. I appreciated the welcoming and helpful staff as well as the location of the hotel.
Aaron206, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Historic preservation, Fun space, Great Service!
Spent a few days in Penang on the way to a conference in KL. I loved my short escape at Ren i Tang. Loved the historic preservation, and how they created such cool rooms like loft spaces. It made our stay a fantastic escape. Breakfast there was among the best meals of our entire trip, including the omelettes and noodle dishes. Eating in the courtyard was just so refreshing with the fresh air. The location in Little India (UNESCO Historic Preservation zone) was fantastic and made night walks just perfect. I can't say enough good things about the pleasant staff who shared many tips on places to eat, shop, and explore. It was like a resort on many ways, but with a more homey feel. I hope to return someday.
Andrew, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is very unique, modern amenities mixed with antique decor. No compromise in the cleanliness. The staffs are very nice and attentive. We love the extra touch where 1 of the breakfast option was the most authentic Penang foodfare: Char Kuey Teow (Fried Rice Noodles)
2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location & charming
Ren i Tang is a good choice for a stay in Penang for a few reasons: The old heritage building is comfortably renovated while keeping its original character. It’s located right in the heart of Little India, a colourful and vibey area - within walking distance of anywhere in the old city. There are tons of great places to eat nearby. (We loved the little hawker center across the road for koppi and char koay teow). Our room (Loft #17) was quiet with a pleasant rooftop view. The wifi is good and they offer free water (and a simple breakfast) and do their bit to reduce plastic waste. Altogether, we really enjoyed Penang.
Margaret, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff - fantastic location. Stayed there in 2015; would stay again.
3-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

For a reconditioned heritage building, it was remarkable that facilities were modern & efficient... WiFi, inhouse phone, shower had good pressure, toilet flushed well, AC cooling worked well due to glass windows doubled with antique wood slatted shutters. Street noise level was minimal. Bistro Tang serves excellent western snacks - a nice change esp. the calamansi lime smoothie. Also Malaysian dishes. Excellent location within heritage district, walking distance to ferry, 5-star hotels, restaurants + typical Malaysian "kopi tiams" (local coffee shops), temples, mosques, St George's Cathedral + other historical buildings.
EB, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Experience in style Penang's Little India
If you want to experience the "local color" of Penang along with its culture, food and history, then this is the place for you. Owners have converted and renovated an old Chinese medical hall into a lovely hotel that preserves the character of the old building. Staff was great. The breakfasts were wonderful -- mix of Western and Asian foods. My wife and I felt a part of Little India for the time we were there.
ROBERT, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

James, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

A perfect building for enjoying George Town
Really lovely heritage building in an old medicine shop. A great value for your money too! I enjoyed the ambiance and feel of the building, the staff was great and the amenities were great. Having the low key restaurant downstairs is a huge bonus. My room a big with high ceilings and a lovely feel. Will stay here again when I’m in Penang!
Dorothy, 2-night trip
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