Description:
E&O first opened in 1885, established by the same Sarkies brothers who were behind Raffles Hotel in Singapore. It is without a doubt the most atmospheric hotel in Penang, with manicured lawns and tropical gardens flanking a white colonial-style mansion, a lacelike facade, and Moorish minarets. Accommodations are all suites, with cozy sitting nooks and sleeping quarters separated by pocket sliding doors. You can expect molding details around every door and paned window, oriental carpets over polished teak floorboards, and Egyptian cotton linens dressing each poster bed. Dining along the hotel's many verandas is gorgeous. One caveat: No beach, but the pool in the seafront garden is very pretty.
- © Frommer's 2013
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User Reviews for Eastern & Oriental Hotel (E&O)
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Relive colonial days
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This absolutely beautiful hotel from colonial days and in much the same general style as Raffles Singapore may be a little expensive to stay at. If so, go into Farquhar's Bar...
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- posted on 11.27.12
- by JOHN C
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Character and Charm
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This was our second stay at the E & O, and we enjoyed it just as much this time. A large part of the charm is that despite the surroundings which hark back to the colonial era,...
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- posted on 11.27.12
- by ktjn
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When we become guests
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We technically did not stay at the E&O in Georgetown, but spent two days ther two days there as our less luxurious hotel was conveniently located across the street. In an effort...
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- posted on 11.22.12
- by Allie S
Awards:
Frommer's
- Highly Recommended 2010
- Details
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: 04/222-2000
- fax: 04/261-6333
Address:
- 10 Farquhar St
- George Town 10200
Amenities:
- business-facilities
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