Looking for a family-friendly hotel in Penang with a beautiful sea view? If waking up to the sound of waves and enjoying a relaxing seaside atmosphere sounds like your kind of holiday, Hotel Sentral Seaview Penang might be worth considering.
During our visit to Penang, we had the opportunity to stay at Hotel Sentral Seaview Penang, located in Tanjung Tokong. What made this stay particularly interesting was its beachfront location and a special room designed with families and children in mind.
We booked the hotel’s Kids Deluxe Room, which came with a queen bed, a single bed and some fun features for the little ones.
So, what was our experience like? Let’s take a closer look!
1. Hotel Review at a Glance
- Hotel Name: Hotel Sentral Seaview Penang @ Beachfront
- Location: Tanjung Tokong, Penang, Malaysia
- Address: No. 555, Jalan C M Hashim, Tanjung Tokong, 11200 Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
- Our Room Type: Kids Deluxe Room
- Our Room Rate: RM260++ per night (breakfast included)
- Our Verdict: Worth the money. We’d stay here again!
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2. About Hotel Sentral Seaview Penang
Hotel Sentral Seaview Penang is located at No. 555, Jalan C M Hashim, Tanjung Tokong, Penang, Malaysia.
One of the things we immediately appreciated about this hotel was its beachfront location. It’s not one of those hotels where you need to travel somewhere else just to enjoy the beach. Here, the beach is practically right outside!
Simply head down the stairs beside the hotel, and you’re already on the beach.
3. What’s Near Hotel Sentral Seaview Penang?
Another advantage is its location within the northern part of Penang Island, making it a convenient base for exploring several popular attractions, especially if you’re travelling by car.
Here are some popular places you can visit from the hotel:
- Gurney Drive – Approximately 5km.
- Batu Ferringhi – Approximately 8km.
- Armenian Street – Approximately 8km.
- Komtar – Approximately 8km.
- Padang Kota Lama (Esplanade) – Approximately 9km.
- Penang Hill (Bukit Bendera) – Approximately 11km.
With a car, getting around to these attractions is relatively convenient. This makes the hotel a practical option for travellers who want to explore different parts of Penang while enjoying a beachfront stay.
4. First Impressions: Hotel Access & Lift
Getting around the hotel was convenient, as it has lift for guests.
This is particularly useful when travelling with children, carrying luggage or returning to the room after a long day exploring Penang.
5. Our Kids Deluxe Room Experience
Now, this is where things get interesting!
We booked the Kids Deluxe Room, which was quite different from a typical hotel room.
The room came with:
- One queen bed.
- One single bed.
- A kids’ tent.
- Toys for children.
- A small slide inside the room.
Yes, there’s even a slide inside the room!
We thought these additional features were a nice touch, especially for families travelling with young children. Instead of having just a standard sleeping arrangement, the room also provides a little space for the kids to have fun.
A Beautiful Sea View from Our Balcony
Another highlight of our room was the sea view.
As soon as we opened the balcony door, we were greeted by a beautiful view of the sea and beach.
We could feel the sea breeze, enjoy the scenery and even hear the sound of the waves from our balcony.
For us, this was one of the best parts of staying at Hotel Sentral Seaview Penang. There’s something special about being able to enjoy the seaside atmosphere without having to leave your hotel room.
In-Room Amenities
Our room also came with several useful amenities, including:
- Iron and ironing board.
- Electric kettle.
- Refrigerator.
6. Hotel Facilities: Swimming Pool & Seaside Café
Hotel Sentral Seaview Penang also offers facilities that make the stay more enjoyable, particularly for families.
Swimming Pool for Adults & Children
The hotel has swimming pools for both adults and children.
This is a nice addition for families who want to enjoy some pool time during their stay. While the beach is just outside the hotel, having a swimming pool gives guests another option for relaxation and recreation.
A Café with a Beautiful Sea View
One of our favourite things about the hotel was its café.
What made it special was its location right beside the swimming pool, overlooking the sea.
Imagine having breakfast while enjoying the sea breeze and beautiful ocean view. It’s a lovely way to start the day, especially when you’re on holiday!
For us, the combination of breakfast, the seaside atmosphere and the poolside setting made the experience even more enjoyable.
7. Parking Facilities
For guests travelling by car, the hotel provides basement parking. However, there’s something worth mentioning.
The basement parking area is relatively limited, with only one level. If the parking area is already full, guests may need to park outside or along the roadside.
Fortunately, the hotel security guards were very helpful and assisted us in finding alternative parking whenever the basement parking area was full.
8. What We Liked & What Could Be Better
No hotel is perfect, and we believe a useful hotel review should share both the good and not-so-good aspects of a stay.
Here’s a summary of our experience at Hotel Sentral Seaview Penang.
What We Liked
1. Excellent Beachfront Location
This was easily one of our favourite things about the hotel. We could enjoy the sea view right from our balcony, feel the sea breeze and listen to the waves.
Even better, getting to the beach was incredibly easy. Just walk down the stairs beside the hotel, and you’re there!
2. Family-Friendly Kids Deluxe Room
The Kids Deluxe Room was a nice surprise. With a queen bed, a single bed, a kids’ tent, toys and a slide, it offered something a little different from a standard hotel room.
3. Café Overlooking the Sea
We really enjoyed the café’s seaside setting. Having breakfast beside the swimming pool while looking out towards the sea was a lovely experience.
4. Convenient Location for Exploring Penang
The hotel is reasonably well-positioned for visiting several popular attractions around Penang Island. Having our own transport made it easier to explore the surrounding areas.
What Could Be Better
1. Limited Basement Parking
The basement parking area has only one level, so spaces can become limited, particularly when the hotel is busy.
Guests may need to park outside or along the roadside when the basement is full. Although the security guards were helpful in assisting with parking arrangements, additional parking spaces would be a welcome improvement.
9. Is Hotel Sentral Seaview Penang Worth Staying At?
So, would we recommend Hotel Sentral Seaview Penang?
Yes, absolutely!
We were satisfied with what we received during our stay, especially considering the room, facilities and beachfront location.
The Kids Deluxe Room was a nice experience for families, while the sea-facing balcony and poolside café added something special to our holiday.
Of course, the limited basement parking is something to keep in mind if you’re travelling by car. However, it didn’t take away from our overall experience.
For the price we paid, we felt that the hotel offered good value for money.
And yes, we’d definitely consider staying here again!
Final Thoughts: Our Hotel Sentral Seaview Penang Experience
Our stay at Hotel Sentral Seaview Penang was an enjoyable one, particularly because of its beachfront setting.
If you’re planning a trip to Penang and looking for a hotel where you can enjoy a seaside atmosphere while exploring the island by car, Hotel Sentral Seaview Penang is certainly worth considering.
We hope our first-hand experience helps you decide whether this hotel is the right choice for your next Penang getaway.
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