Lone Pine Hotel Penang

Set in tropical, coastal gardens along the Malacca Strait, this upmarket, beachfront hotel is 15 km from George Town city centre. The refined rooms are decorated with stylish, colourful furnishings, and offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and private patios or balconies. Rooms with balconies feature private plunge pools. Many have sea views. Suites add separate living areas; 1 offers 2 bedrooms and a kitchenette. There's a complimentary breakfast buffet and parking. Dining options include an open-air restaurant, a chic Japanese eatery and a trendy bar offering tapas. There's also an outdoor pool, a gym, a game room, and a spa with cabanas.