Parkroyal Penang Resort

In tropical gardens on Batu Ferringhi Beach, this upscale resort is 9 km from Penang Butterfly Farm and 12 km from the lively Gurney Drive promenade. The sleek rooms with warm decor have free Wi-Fi, flat-screens and DVD players, plus minibars and tea and coffeemakers. Upgraded rooms add balconies, some with sea views, while suites come with separate seating areas; some have garden patios. Room service is available 24/7. Breakfast is complimentary. There's an international brasserie, a poolside cafe, a thatched cocktail bar and a seafood eatery by the beach. Other amenities include a free-form pool, a gym and spa, plus tennis and a kids' club.