Re-opened after a major restoration and refurbishment programme, The facade is as magnificent now as it was when it was first built in 1884 during the British Colonial era.This hotel has a long and colourful history, and even after a major restoration and refurbishment programme it retains retains the old-world charm that it was widely recognised for. This is certainly a unique hotel, and can be recommended to the most discerning of guests.

Eastern & Oriental Hotel or more fondly referred to as the E & O, is hard to miss, let alone forget. The Eastern & Oriental retains its old-world charm that it is widely recognised and has withstood the test of time due to perseverance and popularity. A brainchild of the Armenian Sarkies brothers, the Eastern began its history back in 1884 and gained popularity almost overnight and a year later, in 1885, when the Oriental was established the hotels combined to form the Eastern & Oriental Hotels, Penang.

The Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang is a tranquil haven in the heart of the quaint city. One of the finest 5 star hotels in Penang, the Eastern and Oriental exudes an old and colonial charm with the finest traditions of comfort and service. On the doorstep of the hotel is an amazing heritage of art and architecture, festivals and food. The charming Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang was founded by the Sarkies brothers in 1885 and patronized by colonial administrators, planters, and the local and international elite.

The location of Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang is a few minutes walk from the myriad of shops, restaurants, cafes, bars and clubs. You will have spectacular views of the hills and villages, seas and beaches, beckoning enticingly, from this towering structure. Situated in Georgetown at the intersection of Farquhar Street and Penang Road, the Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang is 20 km from the airport.

Room facilities at Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang allow you to pick from deluxe suites, Georgetown suites, Straits suites, Premier suites, and the sprawling and majestic Writers suites. With separate living area, bedroom, and luxurious bathroom, the suites are the ultimate in lavishness. The rooms are equipped with the latest amenities, from individual controlled air-conditioning to electronic safes.

Dining at the Eastern and Oriental Hotel of Penang is a fabulous experience with a tantalizing medley of flavors and aromas tempting the guests to sample the delicious fare of the hotel's restaurants. There are 6 world class restaurants, namely Sarkies Corner, The 1885, The Bakery, Farquhar's Bar, Verandah, and The Deck, catering sumptuous dishes to travelers. Hotel amenities and services at Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang also offer the Grand Ballroom with a 400 seat capacity, a full stage, royal boxes, and gallery, for conferences and meetings. There are also 6 smaller function rooms equipped with the latest in audio-visual and projection. For fitness enthusiasts, the Eastern and Oriental Hotel at Penang also offers a large swimming pool and fitness room.Your mind and soul will be refreshed after a stay in this perfect hotel in a perfect setting.

Room and Accommodation

This hotel offers 101 magnificient suites with either the sea or city view. Each suite is tastefully and thoughtfully furnished with essential amenities spacious bathroom, Persian carpets and retire under bedcovers made from the finest Egyptian cotton.

The Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang treats its guests like a prince. This is evident from the room facilities at Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang, which not only meet your basic needs and requirements but also offer comfort and luxury to the lodgers.

The 5 Star hotels in Penang enjoy the reputation of offering some of the finest, well-maintained and magnificent accommodation in the city and the Eastern and Oriental Hotel fully meet these high standards. There are 101 suites sporting a colonial look that is both charming and elegant. The various suite categories found here include the Deluxe Suite, Georgetown Suite, Premier Suite, Straits Suite, Writers Suite, Java Suite, Pinang Suite and the Eastern and Oriental Suite. The rooms are of medium size and either offers a beautiful view of the sea or that of the city. They feature Persian carpets and the huge beds are covered with bedcovers made form fine Egyptian cotton.

The room facilities at Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang are evenly distributed amongst all the rooms of the hotel. Guests can enjoy 24-hours butler service and free newspaper in the rooms. Fully air-conditioned with individual climate control devices, the rooms feature attached bathrooms with showers, bathtubs and luxury bath amenities.

The various other room facilities in Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang that allow you to make your stay a comfortable one include television, radio, in-room safe, mini bar, hair dryers and data port and internet connection. The Eastern and Oriental Suite also has a separate study area, kitchenette, lounge and a walk-in dressing room. These room facilities of Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang will make your stay a dream like experience.

While admiring the room facilities at Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang, you can also take note of the international standard hotel amenities and services at Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang. Simply the best in the industry, these amenities have taken the hotel to a level that no one can reach.

Room Facilities

• Total Number of Rooms: 101
  
• Single rooms
  
• Double rooms
  
• Twin rooms
  
• Triple rooms
  
• Suites
  
• Non-smoking rooms
  
• Connection for laptop
  
• Air conditioning
  
• Television
  
• In-house movie
  
• Radio
  
• Direct dial phone
  
• Mini bar
  
• Hairdryer
  
• Automatic wake-up call
  
• Voltage 240v
  

Restaurant

There are a number of restaurants and outlets, two of the most popular are a typical colonial coffee shop, offering all-day dining and celebrates Penang's diverse cultural heritage. Choose from a wide selection of delicious local fare, international cuisine and spectacular buffets. Fresh local and imported seafood should not be missed, while other restaurant serves contemporary and traditional cuisine with a superb selection of wines from all over the world.

Facilities & Services

Built in the year 1885, the Eastern and Oriental Hotel is one of the oldest of all 5 Star hotels in Penang. The entrancing ambience and the ultra-modern hotel amenities and services at Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang transport you to a world of royal comfort and luxury.

The hotel amenities and services at Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang include baby-sitting services, concierge services, laundry facility, reception counter and room service. The hotel has a parking space where you can park your vehicle for a certain fee. There is a tour desk inside the hotel. This travel desk will organize tours in and around Penang for you. Disabled travelers can take advantage of the disabled facilities so as to stay in this hotel in a convenient and comfortable manner. A currency exchange counter is also a part of the huge list of hotel amenities and services of Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang

The dining options in the Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang are worth taking note of. You can enjoy an a la carte menu in the Sarkies Corner or go for fusion food in The 1885 restaurant. It is an ideal place to go for an English afternoon tea. Farquha's Bar is a British styled pub where you can try out delicacies like fish and chips, steaks, shepherd's pie and others. The confectionary items offered on The Bakery are extremely tasty. Other places where you can dine include Verandah and The Deck.

The hotel amenities and services in Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang incorporate its recreation facilities. There is a swimming pool as well as an exerciser room where you can spend your time.

There is a business center with photocopying machines and fax machines. There are a good number of conference halls and banquet halls where you can conduct meetings and social functions like weddings.

Taking a look at the hotel amenities and services at Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang, we can say that this hotel is all set to provide with the all the luxuries of the world. Staying in this hotel is an experience that is highly memorable.

Hotel Facilities

• Medium sized lobby
  
• Earliest check-in at 15:00
  
• 1 lift
  
• Porterage 24 hour
  
• Room service 24 hour
  
• 1 outdoor pool
  
• 4 floors
  
• Car parking (Payable to hotel, if applicable)
  
• Gymnasium
  
• Sauna
  
• Tennis
  
• Shop
  
• Boutique
  
• Travel agency facilities
  
• Car rental facilities
  
• Laundry facilities
  
• Disabled facilities
  

Location

This hotel is situated in Georgetown at the intersection of Farquhar Road and Penang Road, the Eastern & Oriental is 20 kilometres from the Bayan Lepas International Airport and a stone's throw from the food havens, shopping complexes and entertainment outlets of downtown Georgetown. The Malayan Railway Station is however just 1 kilometer away from the hotel. Travelers can come to this hotel by taking a taxi or a trishaw.

A large number of food courts, shops, bazaars and markets are situated within walking distance from the location of Eastern and Oriental Hotel at Penang. Travelers can take a walk and check out the glamorous shops and departmental stores selling a host of goods ranging from apparels to electronic items and house decoration articles. There are a good number of restaurants over here where you can get to try out traditional as well as international delicacies.

Penang is known for its natural beauty and the location of Eastern and Oriental Hotel of Penang allows one easy access to some of the exotic beaches of the state. Moreover, one can also take a taxi or hire a limousine and check out the tourist attractions of the city. Some of the places that are worth visiting include Fort Cornwallis, City Hall and the Penang State Museum.

The location of Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang thus enables the tourists to explore the island state and check out its natural beauty. The fabulous location complements the hotel amenities and services at Eastern and Oriental Hotel in Penang and enhances the popularity of this hotel. You can check out the other 5 Star hotels in Penang to take advantage of their exotic location.