[Staycation] Exploring Georgetown Penang by Staying in Citadines Connect Georgetown

Staycation has become part of our planned activities since we became parents. As the elder kid has grown older, we decided to let her explore Georgetown city, a vibrant place filled with rich culture, landmarks and hundreds of commoners' delicious cuisine.

Coincidently, a new hotel managed by Ascott has open right in the centre of Georgetown Penang - Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang. Its close proximity to many Georgetown attractions made here an idea place for staycation for everyone planning to discover Georgetown by foots.

[Staycation] Exploring Georgetown Penang by Staying in Citadines Connect Georgetown

Check out this article on how we spend 2 days 1 night in Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang and explore its surroundings!

Thanks to Citadines Connect Georgetown for hosting us

3pm: Checking in

Checking in the hotel was a seamless process. The hotel's crews from the bellboy, front desk and manager on duty were friendly and efficient.

The hotel has a designated parking space at the adjacent street accesible by Lebuh Presgrave should you come by car. The car park is connected to the hotel lobby via a designated passage too.

Studio Classic Room

Citadines Connect Georgetown offers 5 different type sof room, namely Studio Twin, Studio Executive, Studio Executive Twins, Studio Classic and Two-Bedroom Executive and this times we had the bookign at Studio Classic, which comes with a attached kitchenette.

Having a kitchnette is an additional advantage. If the kid ever feels hungry anytime, I can go to the neighbouring convenient store and prepare some hot food for her. On top of that, 1st Avenue Mall is within walking distance from the hotel and the mall hosts Village Grocer, a premium grocery store that sells a variety of fresh produces. I can purchase egg and prepare toast in the room, or churn out a bowl of muesli.

Studio Classic room also boasts of having 31 square metre and can fit a baby cot, which is provided complimentary by the hotel upon request.

3.15pm - Late Lunch at Cilantro

Sharing the same vicinity with Citadines Connect Georgetown Hotel is Noordin One, a shoplot that houses several cafe and shop. We took advantage of it and have our late lunch at one of the modest cafe here - Cilantro.

Cilantor serves simple and iconic Malaysian dishes such as Nasi Lemak, Hainan Chicken Chop and classic Malaysia Teh Tarik without causing a dent to your wallet.

4:15pm - Snack at Gama Corner Ali Bubur

There is a hawker centre located diagnoally across the hotel and they are famed for various food such as Bubur Gandum and fried rice among the locals. Ali Bubur is a hidden gem and it is usually sold out everyday, so do drop by there and grab a bowl of nice mung bean porridge here.

4.45pm - Dessert time at Inside Scoop

As we walked to Cilantro for lunch, our girl spotted Inside Scoop sharing the same row with Cilanto in Noordin One and she could recognise this is her favourite ice cream shop. She requested us to get her ice cream after lunch, which we duly obliged too as we love the ice cream here!

5.00pm - Me time in hotel lounge

There is a dedicated lounge area in the hotel lobby which is operated on 24/7 basis, and you can help yourself to get a cup of coffee and some tidbits. As both the kids are taking a nap, I had a short "me time" in the lounge, sipping a cup of coffee at the corner of the lounge and unwind myself.

We actually take turn to enjoy the spot as the elder daugther would love to check out the lovely lounge space too.

The lounge is a great spot for reading too.

7.00pm - Dinner at Kyrin Sushi

If you are staying in Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang, there is no need to worry about dinner venues. There are plentiful of famous, and even Michelin starred restaurants within the walking distance of the hotel. To name a few, there are:

- Restaurant Au Jardin in Hin Bus Depot (Michelin 1 star restaurant)

- Communal Table by Gen (Michelin Bib Gourmand)

- Lebuh Presgrave Hawker Centre to sample Penang local hawker fares

It is best to make advance booking weeks if you decide to dine in the first two restaurants listed in Michelin guide.

As we are travelling with toddler and kid, we decided to go somewhere cozy for dinner. Kirin Sushi is a Japanese restaurant within the walking distance of hotel that serves nice and classic Japanese food without denting your wallet.

9pm - Relax in hotel

We called it a day for today and head for an early rest in the hotel.

If you are not travelling with kids, you may consider to visit Hideaway28 Street Bar located just opposite of the hotel.

Next Day

Breakfast in Hotel

Simple Breakfast is provided complimentary at the hotel lounge. Some of the dishes provided including classic Malaysian Nasi Lemak, fried noodles and vermicelli, salad, cakes, yoghurt, sandwiches and fruits.

The barista on duty is more than happy to serve you a cup of brewed coffee to energize the day also.

Swimming in Hotel

The kid woke up after the breakfast and we managed to takeaway 2 pieces of sandwich for the elder kid. After that, the elder toddler is all geared up for swimming pool in the rooftop!

Great thing about the swimming pool in Citadines Connect Georgetown is that they open till 10pm at night and even has a sizeable jacuzzi pool.

Hin Bus Depot

If you happen to be here on a Saturday or Sunday, you may consider to check out Hin Bus Depot, as Hin Market featuring an array of stalls selling souvenirs, handcrafts, food and drinks are here. Admission is free.

Check out

Then it is time to check out from Citdaines Connect Georgetown. Overall, the stay here is pleasant and the hotel close proximity to many places is one of the striking advantage that you should take into consideration, apart from the great qualitty rest you can get in the hotel.

Citadines Connect Georgetown Penang

202, Lebuh Noordin, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang

04-2020888

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