Exterior
A hotel of modern yet attractive tower block style facing the sea.General
A hotel ideally located on the beach yet close enough to the city. It get the best of both world - close to the beaches of Tanjung Bungah and Batu Ferringhi and also to the old world charm of Penang town. PO11/06Lobby
The lobby is large and the central chandelier together with the open space give an impression of grandeur. The colour scheme is cream, brown and green which is present throughout the hotel.Location
The Evergreen Laurel is located just outside of the main city centre of Georgetown on gurney Drive. It is just a few minutes from the business district and within walking distance to the famous Gurney Drive beach. Though the beach is not much for swimming but Gurney Drive is world famous when it comes alive at night with the local hawker food stalls.Restaurant
The open concept Cafe Laurel which is adjacent to the main lobby serves breakfast and a la carte menu throughout the day offering both Western and Asian food. In addition to this the Canton Palace serves Cantonese cuisine for both lunch and dinner.Rooms
The rooms are large and has a higher ceiling than most standard hotel rooms, making it look very spacious. The cherry wood coloured furniture gives a cosy feeling. The carpets are green, and bed cover & curtains are in beige and pastel shades. Rooms come with free internet access and there is a 2 seater sofa by the window where you can sit and enjoy the view. Toilets are also of very good size and the white marble top and wall tiles are still in good condition. Deluxe rooms are the same as Superior room except they are all sea facing.
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Location
Local Details
- 2 kms to city centre
- 25 kms to the nearest airport (penang)
- 25 km to the nearest station (railway - 30mins away)
- 5 minute walk to the nearest bus stop
- 1 km to the nearest fair site (dewan sri pinang)