Kooning

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.6

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Kooning in George Town offers a guest house with free WiFi, air-conditioning, and private bathrooms with bidets and showers. Each room includes a balcony with views of local landmarks, a work desk, and a seating area. Convenient Facilities: Guests can store luggage and park their vehicles on-site. Additional amenities include a coffee machine, refrigerator, TV, and tiled floors. Prime Location: Located 9.3 mi from Penang International Airport, Kooning is near Northam Beach (1.1 mi), Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar (9-minute walk), and Penang Times Square (0.9 mi). A restaurant is in the surroundings. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its convenient location, room cleanliness, and central setting.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in George Town, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6!

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Tonic1996
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Location is great, in the middle of downtown, place is cozy, great for a few days”
Munchupa
Thailand Thailand
“The location is so good!!! They upgraded the room for me. All of the must-visit places are near the hotel. The bed is comfy and the water pressure is high.”
Jeffrey
Malaysia Malaysia
“The room is like a hybrid between a very basic room and a capsule hotel. We are grateful to have our own ensuite bathroom. The room is bare, but the few things available in the room is great. The mattress was comfortable, the ladder is sturdy....”
Azham
Malaysia Malaysia
“Check in and check out was efficient. Staffs were friendly and helpful. Made efforts to assist as much possible. Room was compact but clean. So no desk or chair. Since it is a bunk bed feels more like a capsule hotel with private bathroom. The...”
Lucianna
Malaysia Malaysia
“The location is very convenient to walk around. There's a lot of good food within a 5 minute walk.”
Thu
Vietnam Vietnam
“The room is cozy and super clean. Its location is so convenient to visit all interesting places at George town. The price is reasonable for me.”
Anas
Malaysia Malaysia
“I liked everything about this place! The design and comfort of the property made it a great spot to relax, and the guy Bali staff were truly wonderful and helpful during my stay. They were always ready to assist with a smile and made me feel very...”
Izzuddin
Malaysia Malaysia
“The loft concept bed is just amazing. The courtyard view is just a blast into the past and the room is really comfy! Very close-by to eateries and bars (for foreigners), easy access guided by the management if you check in late.”
Ching
Hong Kong Hong Kong
“The location is super good. It is in the middle of George Town. We walked to all the attractions (Jetties, Little India, St George's Church, Fort Cornwallis, etc) on foot. Food stores and food markets were just a 5min walk away. Convenient...”
Natalia
United States United States
“Stuff was amazing! Helping me out with everything I needed. The room was very comfortable and the location was TOP!”

Managed by Kooning Sdn Bhd

Company review score: 8.9Based on 799 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Kooning is a modern contemporary compact hotel with a nostalgic touch, conveniently located in the middle of Georgetown. Set in a heritage building listed under Penang’s UNESCO Heritage site, Kooning has since been given a facelift, with the renovations designed and styled by local talents. You can expect stylish and spacious rooms with a contemporary vibe, along with comfortable and welcoming communal spaces. Surrounded by cheerful neighborhood cafes, small museums and shopping strips. The reception hours is available from 8.00AM to 8.00PM. Any arrival after 8PM should inform Kooning in advance to arrange for self check-in.

Neighborhood info

Strategically located in one of the most popular street in Penang, with countless tourist attractions and local delicacies all in walking distance!

Languages Spoken

English,Malay,Chinese

Area info

Amenities of Kooning

Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of MYR 100 is required on arrival. That's about $24. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 5 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 12:00 AM and 6:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.

Please inform Kooning of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 06:00:00.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

A damage deposit of MYR 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

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