Campbell House Penang

Campbell House Penang

Monica Tindall

Set on one of the very few streets with walkable sidewalks in George Town, y'all could not ask for a better-located property or one that has been more meticulously restored than Campbell House Penang.

Campbell House Penang
Campbell House Penang

Campbell House Penang

Originally built in 1903, this fashionable boutique hotel began equally a three-story budget hotel. It was popular with people waiting to lath ships heading to Mecca and sailors heading out to work. In the 1920s, a new clientele arrived, upmarket prostitutes. Later the Second World War, Campbell Street was revived as a shopping destination. Known as the place to shop for accessories and luxury fabrics, some fifty-fifty dubbed information technology Fifth Avenue.

Charming hosts Roberto and Nardya purchased the property in a rather run-down state in 2008 just before George Town was listed under UNESCO. They took three years to convert the building into a luxury bazaar hotel in the centre of the city. Today information technology is 1 of the most sought after stays amongst discerning travellers to Penang. With famous eats but a stone's throw from the hotel, guests can become their fill of street nutrient, heritage and civilisation on foot, and render to the modern comforts of the property to unwind.

Campbell House Penang
Library
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Rooftop Terrace
Campbell House Penang
Reading Room

Campbell House Penang Rooms

Honouring its heritage beauty, the building has been painstakingly restored into 11 uniquely outfitted guest rooms, a entrance hall, reading room, eatery and rooftop terrace. Wooden floors (no shoes higher up the entrance level) feel smooth and elegant underfoot. Antique piece of furniture thoughtfully placed throughout is just enough to style a cultivated climate without beingness cluttered. Local gimmicky art in the halls brings the gallery to the hotel and grandstands native talent.

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Library

Colonial Room

My stay is in the Colonial Room on the second flooring. It features a iv-poster king-size bed and pelting shower. Located adjacent to the rooftop terrace, the outdoor infinite feels like an extension of the room, which itself is already generously sized.

Details are what makes one hotel stand out from another and the team at Campbell Business firm has certainly invested thought into catering to guests' every need. Equally office of the evening'south turn downwardly service, an Italian sugariness is left in the fridge. Drinking glass jugs of cold water and ice tea also look. Sheathing espresso machines in each room keep me pleasantly caffeinated and L'Occitane bath products are much appreciated for their soft scent and high quality. Five layers of shutters, glass, blinds and defunction keeping the racket and smell of the street strictly outside, married with cozy bedding, promote a heavenly sleep.

Campbell House Penang
Colonial Room
Campbell House Penang
Colonial Room
Campbell House Penang
Colonial Room
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L'Occitane Bath Products

Campbell House Penang Breakfast

If you book a room with breakfast, the morning meal is taken at Il Bacaro, the hotel's Italian restaurant on the ground floor. The menu offers a delightful list of western favourites including plentiful vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free choices. A fruit plate, homemade muesli, eggs benedict on homemade bread and plenty of java brand me happy. I besides appreciate the covered sidewalk seating providing direct views of the street happenings. The narrow walkway is shaded by an arched ceiling and bordered by potted plants.

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Breakfast at Campbell House Penang

Il Bacaro

Later in the day, the Italian restaurant provides a proficient lunch, aperitif or dinner. In-business firm guests can also have food and drinks delivered to the rooftop terrace for a more sectional setting. Read more most Il Bacaro'southward menu hither.

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Tiramisu at Il Bacaro

Campbell House Penang

Campbell House's handsome setting and highly-seasoned location lay a solid foundation for a pleasant stay. However, the warm, friendly service staff make a truly memorable experience. From conveying numberless, to cleaning rooms to assisting with transport and local recommendations, I felt well cared for. If you similar an intimate stay with personalised service and a true sense of place, I highly recommend Campbell Business firm Penang.

Reasons to visit Campbell House Penang: a beautifully restored bazaar hotel in the center of George Town; lovely rooftop terrace; attention to detail; good western brekkie; friendly helpful staff.

Campbell House
106 Lebuh Campbell
10100 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
+(60) 42618290
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