8.9 Fabulous Based on 109 reviews
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"This hillside retreat features a library of books on Penang, self-service laundry, and panoramic sunrise views from the gardens. Best for weekend retreats, less so for anyone relying on consistent quiet from fellow guests."

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9 Oct 2026
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10 Oct 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

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Why guests choose Hickory Penang Hill

  • Hillside Views
    Sea & mountain panoramas
  • Dietary Options
    Halal, vegetarian, vegan
  • Fitness & Sports
    Aerobics, badminton, yoga
  • Express Check-In
    Keyless entry available
  • Kids' Activities
    Cooking class, board games
  • Penang Hill
    Less than 0.5 miles away

Overview

The 4-star Hickory Penang Hill Hotel Ayer Itam is nestled merely a 12-minute stroll from Viewing Deck, offering 12 rooms and featuring a sundeck, a sun terrace, and a picnic area. This comfortable hotel offers an à la carte restaurant and features convenient location with a such place of power and worship as the octagonal pagoda "Kek Lok Si Temple" 1.5 miles away.

The center of Ayer Itam can be reached within a 25-minute walk, and natural attractions like the public park "Penang Botanical Gardens" are approximately a 10-minute drive away. Penang Waterfall Hill Temple can be found about 2 miles from the Hickory Penang Hill Ayer Itam. The Ayer Itam hotel will also take you to the Sri Lankan Mahindarama Buddhist Temple, which is around 15 minutes away by car. The accommodation is located only a few steps from Lower Tunnel cable car station.

The rooms comprise a sitting area complete with ironing facilities, as well as free Wi-Fi. Fitted with coffee and tea makers, the rooms also come with a writing desk and a cabinet. The private bathrooms come with a bidet, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet along with comforts such as hair dryers and a shower cap. Hickory Penang Hill Hotel offers rooms with views of the garden.

Breakfast is provided in the restaurant.

  • Check-in
    from 14:30 until 18:00
  • Check-out
    from 08:00 until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    4 stars
Hickory Penang Hill
Our tips

Should you book Hickory Penang Hill?

Perfect if you
  • Need a room with a private balcony and garden views - all rooms have a balcony overlooking the garden.
  • Want to be within walking distance of Penang Hill - the guest house is less than 1 km away.
Maybe skip if you
  • Expect to pay for parking - only public parking is available nearby.
  • Need to bring a pet - the hotel does not allow pets.
Best for
  • A family-friendly restaurant serving brunch, lunch, and dinner with halal, vegetarian, and vegan options.

Facilities of Hickory Penang Hill

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Concierge desk
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
Dining
  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus
Leisure & Sports
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Fitness centre
  • Hiking
  • Badminton
  • Aerobics
Hickory Penang Hill Guest Services
  • Paid shuttle service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's play area
  • Parquet floor

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Hickory Penang Hill applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 14:30 until 18:00
Check-out
from 08:00 until 11:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.

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