The Grand Continental Hotel Penang is located in the centre of Georgetown. It is just a stone's throw away from a whole host of shops and food stalls, as well as the business district. Batu Ferringhi Beach is just a 25-minute drive away, while the war museum is 35 minutes away and Kek Lok Si Temple is a 20-minute drive from the hotel. It is approximately 30 minutes' drive from Penang International Airport to the hotel.

This city hotel is situated in Georgetown, in the Pearl of the Orient. Towering 23-storeys high, with all rooms offering panoramic views of the Penang Bridge, Penang Hill and the City, this hotel also features the highest rooftop swimming pool. The hotel comprises a total of 192 rooms spread over 23 floors. Facilities on offer at this air-conditioned hotel include 24-hour reception, a hotel safe, lift access, a caf, a restaurant, conference facilities and parking for those arriving by car.

The rooms are modest and feature city views. Each comes with an en suite bathroom with hairdryer, as well as a direct dial telephone, a satellite/ cable TV, a mini-fridge, tea and coffee-making facilities, an iron and ironing board, centrally regulated air conditioning and a safe.

Guests can chill out and relax by the rooftop swimming pool. Meals are served at the Coffee House.