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Kimberley House
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7.4

Very good

1,417 reviews

1,417 reviews

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8.6

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location - Inside city center
Popular neighborhood
Exceptional for walking
Walkable places
Upside Down Museum
40 m
Bee Chin Heong
50 m
Dark Mansion - 3D Glow In The Dark Museum
100 m
Cosmopoint College of Technology Georgetown
180 m
Rock World
190 m
Popular landmarks
Armenian Street
350 m
Khoo Kongsi
500 m
Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion
640 m
Chew's Jetty
890 m
Pinang Peranakan Mansion
910 m
Closest landmarks
Klinik United
100 m
CimB Bank @ Jalan Dr Lim Chwee Leong
210 m
Campbell phaemacy
260 m
Morning mkt
260 m
Watsons
260 m

Kimberley House

No.59,Kimberley Street, Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia, 10100 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Strategically situated in Georgetown, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Pinang Peranakan Mansion.

Highlights

Located in heart of Penang

330 meters to public transportation

Inside city center

380 meters to Armenian Street

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Facilities

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Luggage storage

Coffee shop

Bar

Laundry service

Room service

Tours

Wi-Fi in public areas

Your dates are popular among travelersPopular destination! Properties in Penang are being booked every minute!
Value for money7.8
Distance to city center6.7 Km
Location rating8.6
Nearest airportPenang International Airport (PEN)
Distance to airport14.8 km

Rooms available at Kimberley House

Very good
Room comfort & quality

7.6

Twin Room
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • No Windows view
  • 2 single beds
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Mixed Dormitory
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 3 bunk beds
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Dormitory -- Female Only
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • No Windows view
  • 3 bunk beds
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Single Room
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • No Windows view
  • 1 single bed
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Family Room
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  • Room size: 25 m²/269 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 double beds
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Double Room
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 double bed
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Standard Room Shared BathRoom
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
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Room Assigned on Arrival
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    Room, Mixed Dorm (1 Twin Bed)
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      Double Room, shared Bathroom
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      • 1 queen bed
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      Frequently asked questions

      What bars are close by Kimberley House?

      While lounging at Kimberley House, indulge in your evening or night out at R&B Pub, Club Momo, and Farquhar's Bar to make the most out of your nightlife.

      What public parks are within range of Kimberley House?

      While lodging at Kimberley House, enjoy your early morning or evening wander at nearby park which include Sejarah Koh Seang Tat, Irrawaddy Road Pocket Park, and Dato' Kramat Gardens.

      When was Kimberley House built?

      Kimberley House was built in 2013.

      How many floors does Kimberley House have?

      Kimberley House has a total of 2 floors.

      How long do guests generally stay at Kimberley House?

      Verified past guests that have stayed at Kimberley House had an average nightly stay of 2 nights at this property.

      At what time of the year is Kimberley House most popular?

      Kimberley House's most popular month where verified tourists have stayed the most is in June.

      What is the verified guest review consensus about Kimberley House's coffee?

      77.0% of our past visitor ratings have given a positive appraisal and comments about this property's coffee. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for Kimberley House down in the review section.

      What is the typical rating that past Families with young children have given to Kimberley House?

      Past families with young children that have stayed at this property have given Kimberley House an average rating of 6.9. You can look up more thorough customer testimonials and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

      What is the typical rating that verified Families with older children have given to Kimberley House?

      Verified families with older children that have stayed at this property have given Kimberley House an average rating of 7.1. You can check out more thorough customer ratings and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

      What time is check-in and check-out at Kimberley House?

      Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Visitors checking in or out before or after the designated time frame may be charged an additional fee.

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      What people love about Kimberley House

      • 10

        Exceptional
        Location

        "Good location."

        YOSHIHIKO

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        August 8, 2019

      • 8.4

        Excellent
        Location

        "Check in till midnight , perfect location, in the middle of food street ."

        Katemanee

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        August 8, 2019

      • 8.8

        Excellent
        Spaciousness

        "It had a lot of space."

        Mohammad

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        June 26, 2019

      Property ranking|Compared to 3,025 Penang properties
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      Room comfort score
      7.6/10
      Location score
      8.6/10
      Room size
      17 sqm.
      Value for money score
      7.8/10
      Better than
      95
      %
      of Penang properties
      Better than
      91
      %
      of Penang properties
      Bigger than
      89
      %
      of Penang properties
      Better than
      84
      %
      of Penang properties
      Overall rating:

      7.4

      Very good
      1,411 reviews
      Cleanliness
      6.8
      Facilities
      6.2
      Location
      8.6
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      More about Kimberley House

      More about Kimberley House

      Kimberley House

      See the best of Penang with a stay at Kimberley House, which puts you right in the city center amidst the many sights and landmarks. With its convenient location, you can easily access to the city's must-see destinations. Sampling the authentic culture of Penang is easy with a stay at Kimberley House, just 900 m from Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
      The facilities and services provided by Kimberley House ensure a pleasant stay for guests. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the hotel's free Wi-Fi internet access. The hotel provides taxi services to help you find what you want in Penang. Parking is always available, provided by the hotel for their driving guests.
      The helpful staff at the front desk can assist you with services including luggage storage. If you want seats to city's best entertainment, you can get help through the hotel's tours. The hotel's on-site laundry service helps you keep your favorite travel outfits clean so you can pack less. In-room conveniences include room service, so you can relax and enjoy your stay.
      The hotel is entirely non-smoking, ensuring a clean air environment.
      Experience high-quality room facilities during your stay at Kimberley House. The hotel provides air conditioning in some rooms for the benefit of guests. The hotel also provides guests with a coffee or tea maker in some rooms. Knowing that bathroom amenities play an important role in increasing guests' satisfaction, the hotel provides a hair dryer in some select rooms.


      Dining and things to do

      Wake up bright and energetic in the mornings with a cup of good coffee offered at the cafe right at the hotel. Have fun at night with your travel companions right at the hotel's bar.


      Around the property

      Take some time to explore Penang. Your exploration of the surroundings of Kimberley House begins with a visit to Chew's Jetty only 880 m away. One of the city's most iconic and famous buildings is Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion, located 630 m away.


      Reasons to stay here

      This hotel's food and dining score higher than 95% of accommodations in the city.
      This hotel scores higher than 90% of accommodations in the city for its location.
      Room comfort is said to be outstanding here, scoring higher than 95% of accommodations in the city.

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      Amenities and facilities

      Good
      Facilities

      6.2

      Most talked about facilities

      Housekeeping

      120 mentions

      Internet

      38 mentions

      Food & Dining

      22 mentions

      Breakfast

      4 mentions

      Languages spoken
      • English
      • Chinese [Mandarin]
      • Malay
      Internet access
      • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
      • Internet
      • Wi-Fi in public areas
      Things to do, ways to relax
      • Tours
      Dining, drinking, and snacking
      • Bar
      • Coffee shop
      • Room service
      Services and conveniences
      • Elevator
      • Laundry service
      • Luggage storage
      • Smoke-free property
      • Smoking area
      For the kids
      • Family room
      Access
      • CCTV in common areas
      • Pets allowed
      Getting around
      • Car park [charges apply]
      • Car park [nearby]
      • Taxi service
      Available in all rooms
      • Air conditioning
      • Fan
      • Free bottled water
      • Hair dryer
      • Internet access – wireless
      • Non-smoking
      • Shared bathroom
      • Wi-Fi [free]

      Location

      No.59,Kimberley Street, Georgetown, Penang, Malaysia, 10100
      Excellent
      Location

      8.6

      Airports
      • Penang International Airport (PEN)
        14.8 km 23 min drive
      • Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR)
        87.1 km
      Public transportation
      • Komtar Bus Terminal
        350 m
      • Pengkalan Raja Tun Uda Bus Terminal
        1.0 km
      Hospital or clinic
      • Klinik United
        100 m
      Shopping
      • Gurney Plaza
        3.6 km
      Convenience store
      • 7 Eleven
        210 m
      Cash withdrawal
      • ATM
        90 m

      What's nearby

      Popular landmarks
      • Armenian Street
        350 m
      • Khoo Kongsi
        500 m
      • Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion
        640 m
      • Chew's Jetty
        890 m
      • Pinang Peranakan Mansion
        910 m
      • Penang Fort Cornwallis
        1.4 km
      • Kek Lok Si Temple
        6.8 km
      • Batu Ferringhi Beach
        11.3 km
      • Entopia
        13.4 km
      • Escape Theme Park
        13.5 km
      Nearby landmarks
      • Upside Down Museum
        40 m
      • Bee Chin Heong
        50 m
      • Klinik United
        100 m
      • Dark Mansion - 3D Glow In The Dark Museum
        100 m
      • Cosmopoint College of Technology Georgetown
        180 m
      • Rock World
        190 m
      • CimB Bank @ Jalan Dr Lim Chwee Leong
        210 m
      • Kidland
        210 m
      • Huang Chen Hao Tea Art Imp & Exp Sdn Bhd
        220 m
      • Vision First Optic
        230 m
      Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

      Property policies

      Children and extra beds

      Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

      All children are welcome.

      Children 0-6 year(s)
      Stay for free if using existing bedding.
      If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
      Guests 7 years and older are considered as adults
      Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
      Others
      • Effective from June 1, 2014, the City Council of Penang will impose a Local Council Tax of MYR 3 per room per night for 4 and 5-star hotels, and MYR 2 per room per night for 0 to 3-star hotels. The star rating will be in accordance to the rating from Local Council and should the rating differ from the website, the local council rating will apply. This fee is payable directly to the hotel upon check-in and is not included in the room rate and taxes stated herein.
      • Reception is open from 08:00 AM to 11:59 PM.
      • Check-in is not possible after 11:59 PM.
      • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

      Some helpful facts

      Check-in/Check-out
      • Check-in from14:00
      • Check-in until00:00
      • Check-out until12:00
      • Reception open until23:59
      Getting around
      • Distance from city center6.7 Km
      • Travel time to airport (minutes)36
      The property
      • Non-smoking rooms/floorsYes
      • Number of bars/lounges1
      • Number of floors2
      • Number of rooms 23
      • Year property opened2013
      • Most recent renovation2013

      Reviews of Kimberley House from real guests

      Provided by verified guests of Agoda
      7.4
      /
      10
      Cleanliness6.8
      Facilities6.2
      Location8.6
      Room comfort and quality7.6
      Service7.5
      Value for money7.8
      High score for Penang
      Rating
      9+ Exceptional (174)
      8-9 Excellent (177)
      7-8 Very Good (260)
      6-7 Good (151)
      <6 Below Expectation (225)
      Time of the year
      Mar - May (238)
      Jun - Aug (220)
      Sep - Nov (265)
      Dec - Feb (264)

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Rajini from Malaysia
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 1 night in March 2014

      Best Backpacker Hostel in Malaysia ”

      Staff,Location and Room

      I stayed at various backpacker hostel in Malaysia and this is the first time I encounter and A+ is the rate the Kimberley House deserve. The other's hostel room is smaller than Kimberley House. The rooms in Kimberley House is spacious . I have stayed here in different dorms eg Female dorm and mixed dorm. The bed are comfort and clean . There are resting place in lobby and at on the hallway. The showers are clean and not too small. There are lift to carry luggage to upstairs which is really help the guest from carry the heavy luggage. The laundry service also cheaper where the rate is RM 5 per kilo . They provide free coffee and tea for the guest . Kimberley provide two desktop station in the hostel . Furthermore ,the staff especially is superb ,she attends to the guest in professional manner ,I do not know the rest two GSA name but they are good two . I did encounter the owner in the reception counter and they were understanding as I am lack of cash and allowed me to check in with less deposit. Here you can find you are provided with personal locker where you can keep your belonging . I have stayed in other place where they don't provide free locker to the guest . Kimberley House is nearby to the public transport and shopping area and also local food stalls cum restaurants.Conclusion ,the Kimberley House is perfect place for you to rest .If others said its noisy in night ,its because of the guest who do not know to obey the hostel rules ,to not make noise and they are not considerate of others who are tired and sleeping at that time . The hotel management have done their job by providing the best to the guest.

      Reviewed March 28, 2014

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      9.7
      Exceptional
      DESRINDA from Indonesia
      Family with young children
      Stayed 2 nights in April 2014

      Like stay in a girl's house named Kimberley”

      Spacious room, strategic location

      When I arrived at Kimberley House, it was surprised to see the Chinese home. The front desk staffs were very kind and attentively gave me city maps with directions to visit touristics places. Hot drink water dispenser to make coffee/tea or instant noodles was available at front desk (not in every room). Bedroom was spacious, with comfortable bed and beddings, nice fan PLUS air conditioner. Fast wifi. Bathrooms (shared, not private) was clean and bright. Easy access to airport by public bus, near to free hop-on-hop-off bus to get around Penang without spending any cents. Will stay there again when I get back to Penang!

      Reviewed April 29, 2014

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Nicole from Singapore
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 1 night in February 2014

      Convenience & quiet place(Definitely visit again!)”

      Great Location, Comfy Room, Clean

      Stayed in a private double room with shared bathroom. Friendly staff, good location for bus terminal and short walk to the historical city center of Georgetown. I enjoyed staying in at Kimberley House as the room was spacious and clean. Amazing decor and layout inside really beautiful.

      Reviewed February 07, 2014

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      9.7
      Exceptional
      fabio from Italy
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 1 night in October 2013

      Central and clean”

      Central, clean, nice staff

      Kimberley House is centrally located, 2 min away from KOMTAR where all the buses stops (including the airport one) and just near a lot of food center where u can eat typical Chinese/Penang dishes. The hostel is clean and has a wide common area where eventually u can socialize. No kitchen or breakfast but tea, coffee and water all day long

      Reviewed October 30, 2013

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      9.6
      Exceptional
      Nazatul
      Group
      Mixed Dormitory
      Stayed 2 nights in April 2019

      Worth it with your penny spent!”

      We're are travelling in group of 7. 2 rooms which is female dorm and mixed form. Really satisfied ! The dorm is comfortable - there's a/c and fan as well. Other than that, hair dryer, 3-in-1 drinks, iron (request at receptionist) also provided. I am really really happy to stay at Kimberley House. Also, the location is near with mall, bus station, main attraction and else. You can just walk ! Thank You , really recommended !

      Reviewed April 07, 2019

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      8.3
      Excellent
      Dino from Philippines
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 2 nights in October 2013

      Comfortable stay in a convenient location ”

      Near the central bus station, near the popular sights, great pricing

      I enjoyed staying at the Kimberley House. It's in between the Komtar bus station and the tourist sights in Georgetown so it's very easy to move around. The rooms are decent and I like that they provide lockers with locks already. The free coffee, tea and water is also really handy for refilling a canteen since it gets quite hot while walking around during the day. I have no complaints with the staff, facilities or location.

      Reviewed October 18, 2013

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      9.0
      Exceptional
      David from United Kingdom
      Couple
      Stayed 3 nights in December 2015

      Good Value AC Room”

      Value for money, cleanliness, okay location

      We had a good stay at Kimberley House. Our room was clean, large and good value for money. The AC worked well. Staff were friendly and provided a map of George Town. The guest house provides free drinking water and hot drinks. The shared bathrooms were clean and the shower was hot.

      Reviewed January 24, 2016

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      9.3
      Exceptional
      Li from Malaysia
      Family with teens
      Stayed 2 nights in November 2014

      Great value for the price paid”

      Comfortable bed, great location, nice shower

      I have a pleasant stay at Kimberley house. The location of the hotel was nice, the bed and the room were comfortable. However, the family room could be a little bit noisy at night because it is facing the road, so I advised light sleepers to take double room instead.

      Reviewed November 08, 2014

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      8.4
      Excellent
      Agne from United Kingdom
      Solo traveler
      Dormitory -- Female Only
      Stayed 3 nights in January 2017

      Good value”

      I stayed at Kimberleys house for 3 days. Simple, quiet, well located place. Nothing too special but really good enough for the price I paid. The only thing which I am sure is regular but the cleaning lady was rather rude. No need to scream and shout for no reason at the animals outside while the rest of the house is sleeping or loudly moan about guests using plates (put a note if it i snot for common use, that will sort the problem out). Just a bit impolite...

      Reviewed February 04, 2017

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      CHAI from Malaysia
      Family with teens
      Stayed 1 night in September 2013

      This is the best budget hotel i stay stay!”

      Nice attitude staff and receptionists, nice language in communication and services, awesome location, prefect nostalgic renovation and decoration with both classical and modern elements.

      Excluding there is less electrical plug (only one) in the family room, bath room bit far (hotel in long structure manner), and there is bit hot in the afternoon especially sunny days. There is nothing to complain and all positive and satisfactory i got in here. Highly recommend people stay here, where staff provide cheap local buses services, paintings and hot spot introduction and maps, Clean and big bath room, big mirror with hair dryer, cute wall decorations, classical table chairs and free wifi with computers access. free flow of drinks and coffee. Over-friendly staff and they always helpful for non-local travelers and foreigner. Note i drop my IC in room and they instantly call me for taking it back. There is a great ever memory and experience the Lebuh Kimberley have a such nice budget place, CHEAP and EXCELLENT! :D

      Reviewed September 24, 2013

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      8.0
      Excellent
      Kimberly from United States
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 4 nights in February 2014

      Fantastic Location, Great Staff, Budget Hotel”

      Location, Staff, Relaxed Atmosphere

      My stay at the Kimberley house was fantastic. The staff went out of their way to introduce everyone to their city and help with any information needed for further travels plans or for a day of sightseeing. You can't beat the location, smack in the middle of one of the best streets for hawker stands, yet off the track a block or two from the "backpacker street." Kimberley street is a safe location at night, even for solo female travelers. The only negative were the rooms have no windows so loosing track of time is easily done. Tip: Bring an alarm! The shared bathrooms were spotless and adequately stocked for your basic needs. Overall, good value for money even if the rooms are a bit like cave-dwellings in their lighting.

      Reviewed March 03, 2014

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      9.7
      Exceptional
      Hisae from Japan
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 2 nights in November 2013

      wonderful place to feel relaxed”

      good location to enjoy local food, good environment to enjoy relaxing, clean

      Great! I stayed a female doom room, but there are a lot of relaxing area in good atmopsphere and with free coffee(or tea), so I enjoyed to feel relaxed there. Kimberley House is Wonderful place to relax for budget traveller.

      Reviewed November 10, 2013

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Bella from Malaysia
      Couple
      Double Room
      Stayed 1 night in June 2018

      Unique Ambience with Heritage Feel Hostel”

      The double room was spacious and they have ample quantity of shared bathroom and never have to wait long . The location is the best and there are many local hawker along kimberley street just at the hostel doorstep and is just 5 mins walk to KOMTAR bus terminal and shopping malls like 1st Avenue and Prangin Mall which is really convenient . Price was super affordable and will come back again

      Reviewed June 11, 2018

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      7.6
      Very good
      Devin from United States
      Couple
      Double Room
      Stayed 1 night in May 2017

      Gets the job done.”

      Our room was very clean and comfortable (esp since it had AC), but it didn't have windows. It's not exactly a place where you want to spend time, but a fine place to rest your head. The bathrooms weren't necessarily dirty, but everything was wet and there were only 3 toilets which had showers in the stall as well (hence everything being wet). The location was very central and walkable. We had a great stay in Penang and were fine with Kimberley House, but if we were to stay longer than 2 nights, we would probably try to find a place with a more comfortable bathroom situation.

      Reviewed May 15, 2017

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      8.8
      Excellent
      ONG from Malaysia
      Couple
      Double Room
      Stayed 1 night in August 2016

      Value for Money and Strategic Location”

      It was a good stay. Whenever I'm outstation at Penang, I will choose Kimberley House. It is economical and easy to find food.

      Reviewed September 01, 2016

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      9.2
      Exceptional
      Elleonore from Philippines
      Solo traveler
      Dormitory -- Female Only
      Stayed 3 nights in April 2019

      Beautiful Old House”

      What a nice experience to stay in an old house at the heart of a UNESCO Heritage town - Georgetown, Penang. 😍 On top of it, the staff are really nice and hospitable; they make you feel at home.

      Reviewed April 16, 2019

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      8.7
      Excellent
      CHANG from Malaysia
      Group
      Stayed 1 night in November 2013

      amazing!”

      clean room, friendly staffs, located near to attraction

      we have a very good experience staying in Kimberley House. The room is clean & big, the staffs are friendly & helpful, the hotel is easy to find & close to the tourist attraction

      Reviewed December 30, 2013

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      9.0
      Exceptional
      Igor from Austria
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 1 night in December 2013

      spacious,friendly, clean, near attractions”

      clean, spacious, friendly

      I stayed at Kimberleys twice and stayed in a single room as well as in the mixed dorm. The single rooms are very spacious with AC and nice decoration, but with 4 clean shared bathrooms. The single room is without window but very quiet and good value! The dorms have 6 beds with lockers own lamp at bed and are pleasent to stay. The bathrooms are shared,thou very clean and always accessable! There is also free Tee and drinking water at any time At the reception. Would stayed there again!

      Reviewed December 12, 2013

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      7.7
      Very good
      SMei from Malaysia
      Family with teens
      Stayed 2 nights in December 2013

      Great, comfortable stay.”

      Clean room, Centrally located, Friendly staff

      The stay at Kimberley House is definitely worth more than its value. It is a nice place if you are looking for a place merely for rest when travelling with your partner or a group of friends There were many nice food on walking distance around the place. And it is very near to the Nyonya Museum and if you are interested to look at the street arts in Georgetown.

      Reviewed December 08, 2013

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      julian from Netherlands
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 1 night in June 2014

      Really enjoy my stay here”

      Location,Comfort,Price

      I love everything throughout my stay at kimberley house.The location is smacking in the central with many local hawker food just at doorstep and 5 mins walk from Komtar main bus terminal.Also the wall mural at Armenian street and the famous love lane all within 5-10 mins walking.The bed is very comfort and room size is spacious. bathroom is kept clean at all times .Receptionist were knowledgable and friendly so you can ask them anything

      Reviewed June 19, 2014

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