Dean N

Review of Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PARK...

The Parkroyal Penang Resort is a beautiful hotel o...

The Parkroyal Penang Resort is a beautiful hotel on the beach of Batu Ferringhi in Penang. It has large rooms with balconies which offer views of the ocean. The room I was fortunate to have during my stay in Penang had a nice balcony staring straight to the ocean. It also had a lanai facing the town.

During the day you can do all the tourist type of things such as hiking, water sports and the such. At night, the street outside turns into the night market. You can use your haggling/bargaining skills to get souvenirs at the cheap. Or, for me, thinking I got a bargain for durian or mangosteen. There are also foot massage / massage parlors on the street. Trust me, you want to get a massage. It is so cheap. I mean cheap!!!!

There is a hotel bar in the center of the hotel. They know how to make Singapore Slings =).

The resort has a nice pool and a good size fitness center. Actually, good equipment at the fitness center. If I recall, there is a half rack and other equipment normally not seen in a fitness center.

The resort is an oasis away from the hustle and bustle of Georgetown. As it is away from Georgetown, it will take you 30 minutes to get there. It will also take you roughly 60 minutes to get to the airport. Enjoy your stay here and plan accordingly.