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Standard King Room
A cosy, well-designed room with a king bed and warm lighting — perfect for couples or solo travellers.
RM 150/ nightPublic holidays: RM 169 / night
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George Town · Penang
Modern, spotless rooms on Jalan Argyll — a short walk from Komtar and Penang's heritage streets. Our front desk is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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Welcome
Newly built in 2024, Forum Hotel is a modern hotel at 168 Jalan Argyll in the centre of George Town. Our rooms are fresh, quiet and thoughtfully designed — crisp white linen, warm wood, soft lighting and everything you need to rest well.
Whether you're here for Penang's famous street food, the UNESCO heritage area, shopping at Komtar or business in the city, our friendly team is here for you day and night.
Accommodation
Five room types for solo travellers, couples, friends and families — all with air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV and a private bathroom.
A cosy, well-designed room with a king bed and warm lighting — perfect for couples or solo travellers.
Our larger king room with big windows and city views, a lounge bench and a modern bathroom.
Spacious and bright with two super single beds — ideal for friends or colleagues travelling together.
Room for three, with a king bed and a super single bed, plenty of storage and a comfortable work area.
Our most spacious room, with two king beds — made for families exploring Penang together.
Good to know
Check-in from 3:00 pm · Check-out by 12:00 pm.
We collect a RM 100 security deposit per room, in cash only. It is refunded upon check-out.
Foreign (non-Malaysian) guests pay a tourism tax of RM 10 per night. A heritage fee of RM 2 per night applies to all guests, Malaysian and non-Malaysian.
Parking spaces at the property are limited and subject to availability.
Please note this room type has no view (corridor view).
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Smoking is not allowed in the rooms or anywhere inside the hotel. A RM 200 fine or cleaning fee will be charged for smoking in a room.
Pets are not allowed at the hotel.
Facilities
Simple comforts, done well — so you can enjoy Penang and come back to a relaxing stay.
Check in any time — our team is always here.
Fast internet in every room and the lobby.
Complimentary parking for hotel guests, subject to availability.
Store your bags before check-in or after check-out.
Individually controlled in every room.
In-room kettle and refreshments tray.
Free drinking water refill in the lobby.
Walk to Komtar, food streets and heritage sites.
Awards & recognition
We're proud to be recognised by Agoda with the 2025 Gold Circle Award, and by Trip.com Group as a 2026 Top Producing Hotel. Thank you to every guest who has stayed with us and shared their experience.
Explore Penang
Stay in the centre of George Town and Penang's best sights are close by. Ask our front desk for directions, Grab or tour tips.
≈ 5 min walk
Fresh Penang durians at 27 Jalan Sri Bahari — rated 5.0★ on Google. Open until 10 pm.
≈ 10 min walk
One of George Town's oldest markets on Penang Road — local snacks, nutmeg, pickled fruits and Penang favourites.
≈ 10 min walk
The famous indigo-blue 19th-century Chinese courtyard mansion, with daily guided tours.
≈ 20 min walk
Hunt for the famous murals and iron-rod sculptures along Armenian Street and nearby lanes.
≈ 20 min walk
A grand 19th-century mosque with golden domes, in the heart of the UNESCO heritage zone.
≈ 10 min drive
A wooden stilt village over the sea, home to the Chew clan for generations.
≈ 20 min drive
One of Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temples, with a towering pagoda and giant Kuan Yin statue.
≈ 20 min drive
Ride the funicular up for cool air and panoramic views over George Town.
≈ 10 min drive
Penang's first Burmese Buddhist temple, known for its ornate halls and statues.
≈ 10 min drive
Seafront promenade with famous hawker food, plus Gurney Plaza and Gurney Paragon malls.
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Location & contact
Centrally located on Jalan Argyll — walking distance to Penang Road, Komtar, Chulia Street, hawker food and the heritage core of George Town. Komtar Bus Terminal is under 1 km away; Penang International Airport is about 15 km.