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Updated 2026-08-25 · 2,196 reviewed · 960 listed · Scored from 84 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(84) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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iBook Gurney Suites
Services
Beachfront & Island Homestay, Homestay
Reviews
84

What recent reviews say

Guests consistently praise the suites for cleanliness, comfort, and helpful staff like Hashim and Wendy. Located near Gurney Plaza and Georgetown hawker centres, the rooms offer good value. One drawback: the owner can be slow to reply to WhatsApp messages, and one guest noted a dirty bathroom sink.

Praised for
  • clean rooms
  • friendly staff
  • value for money
  • convenient location near town and Gurney Plaza
Watch-outs
  • slow or unresponsive to messages
  • minor bathroom cleanliness issue
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Best for: Budget-conscious travellers seeking clean, comfortable suites near Georgetown dining and shopping.
Think twice if: Slow or limited messaging response from owner may frustrate last-minute planners.

Strengths

  • clean, spacious rooms
  • staff like Hashim known for attentiveness
  • central location near Gurney Plaza and food
  • affordable pricing from MYR 130 per night

Worth knowing

  • Staff member Hashim repeatedly praised for friendliness and attentiveness
  • Free cancellation policy offered
  • Minor bathroom sink cleanliness issue noted in one review but described as small

What reviews say by service

Beachfront & Island Homestay
Close to Gurney Drive waterfront; reviewers value the convenient location for dining and shopping, though not explicitly a beachfront focus.
Homestay
Clean, comfortable rooms with friendly staff; good value and convenient access to town amenities.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.5 average across the 681 beachfront & island homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 95% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 72
Review volume 84
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 68
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
63
4
13
3
6
2
2
1
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Common questions

How far is iBook Gurney Suites from Penang International Airport?
The business states it is a 30-minute drive from the airport.
What are the cheapest room options?
Family Studio Suites start from MYR 130 per night; 2-Bedroom Suites from MYR 200 per night, both according to the business's stated rates.
Is cancellation free?
Yes, the business offers free cancellation.

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Last updated 2026-08-25