About Royale Chulan Penang
Combining modern elegance with historic charm, The Royale Bintang is a 4-star property with amenities and services catering to business and leisure guests. The hotel is situated within minutes of historic sites, as well as the business and shopping district.
An assortment of rooms provide plenty of space and amenities to parties of any size. Standard amenities in the rooms include concierge services, mini, bar, rainforest shower, wireless Internet connection, piped in music and 24-hour room service.
Royale Chulan Penang features services and facilities including meeting and conference rooms, fitness centre, swimming pool and spa. Some restored parts of the hotel date back to 1892 and feature British Colonial architecture.
Numerous bars and restaurants provide a range of options for food and drinks. Sri Tanjung Café serves an informal menu for breakfast, lunch and dinner, while The Spice features fusion cuisine.
Nearby points of interest include City Hall, Snake Temple and the Penang Little Street Market.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Ideal location.
If you are interested in exploring the various historic regions or shopping and financial districts in the area, the hotel is centrally located and offers plenty of options. If you have any questions or need help setting up an itinerary, be sure to talk to someone at the front desk - they can help offer suggestions!
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Professional staff.
The staff is always ready to make sure your needs are taken care of - there are many services provided to guests that offer assistance when needed. Concierge and room service is always available and there are additional helpful staff in the various amenities throughout the property.
positive:
Food variety.
If you don't want to eat at any of the on-site restaurants, there are many local restaurants within walking distance. Little India is close, as well as other fusion and regional cuisine options - this is a good property if you prefer to live more like a local during a getaway.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Somewhat expensive.
The location of the hotel and amenities make it a pricier option compared to other alternatives. If luxury and amenities are important to you, the nightly rate is worth it, otherwise you might want to stay at a hotel somewhere else in the city.
negative:
Potential allergies.
If you are allergic to dust, be sure to request housekeeping do an extra cleaning in your rrom before you arrive. In some cases, housekeeping potentially misses certain aspects of a room, such as shelves or windowsills - this could aggravate allergies.
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Slow Wi-Fi.
If you are visiting on business or want to use the Internet, be prepared for slower Wi-Fi connections - especially if the property is booked to capacity.