Fodor's Expert Review Lone Pine Hotel
97 Batu Ferringhi, Penang, 11100, Malaysia
While Lone Pine was one of the first hotels to pop up along Batu Ferringhi (Foreigner's Rock) in 1948, it was a recent refurbishment that made it a top pick along this famous beach. The restored grounds offer a distinct colonial charm; white wooden shutters go well with the ocean-inspired contemporary artwork. The 90 rooms offer a mixture of seafront terraces, balconies, and private courtyards. In addition to dining by the pool at the Bungalow, where the buffet breakfast is served, you can enjoy a meal at Mastu restaurant, which offers a Japanese twist on fresh seafood and can even provide picnic bento boxes to take to the beach. A free shuttle bus runs five times daily between the hotel and Georgetown.
PROS
- colonial charm
- beachfront location
- great dining options
CONS
- it's often busy with large weddings
- lower-floor rooms lack views
- surrounding location is a bit dull
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Rate Includes: Free Breakfast