Eastern & Oriental Hotel - A brainchild of the Armenian Sarkies brothers, the Eastern began its colourful history back in 1884. The hotel gained overwhelming popularity almost overnight and a year later, in 1885, the Oriental was established. Both hotels then combined to form the Eastern & Oriental Hotel, Penang.Needless to say, the combination of both hotels proved to be a success, earning its place in history as one of the finest hotels of the British Empire. The Eastern & Oriental stood majestically with its Moorish minarets, spacious domed lobby and endless seafront.By 1927, the hotel was advertised as "the premier hotel east of the Suez". Besides being furnished with more than one hundred rooms, baths with hot and cold water, and individual telephones, it was also acknowledged as having the longest seafront lawn in the world at 842 ft.While being visited and revisited by those who sought tranquility, seclusion and inspiration, it was also patronised by colonial administrators, planters and the wealthy local elite

Among its more famous guests are Noel Coward, Douglas Fairbanks, Rudyard Kipling, Somerset Maugham and Herman Hesse.Following the Second World War, this exclusive hotel changed hands a number of times with subsequent renovation works and redevelopment proposals. These proposals did not eventuate until mid 1996 when the Eastern & Oriental was closed for a major refurbishment and restoration programme.Re-opening at the dawn of the new millennium, the Eastern & Oriental is ready to reclaim its heritage as "the premier hotel east of the Suez".
Easy access no matter where you are. Situated in Georgetown at the intersection of Farquhar Road and Penang Road, the Eastern & Oriental offers guests a splendid view of the sea as well as easy accessibility to the city's many places of interest.Take a walk to Fort Cornwallis, the City Hall and the Penang State Museum. Browse the shops, bazaars and restaurants for great bargains and delicious treats, and discover temples, mosques and churches in quiet little corners. Penang offers a mixture of sights and sounds one will never forget.Limousine services (hourly and daily rental rates) are available for those who wish to further explore the island. The hotel also arranges for transfers to Lone Pine Hotel in Batu Ferringhi, Penang International Airport and Butterworth Railway Station. 

There are no rooms, only suites…...

There are 101 suites in all and they are furnished with timber floors, exquisite bone china, bed linen of the finest Egyptian cotton and Persian carpets. The especially large bathrooms offering English toiletries, lend opulence to this luxury hotel of the British Empire. Guests can also look forward to a fresh daily supply of chocolates, petit fours, fruits and exotic orchids.

Address
10, Lebuh Farquhar
10200 Penang

Tel : 604-2618333
Fax : 604-2616333

Superior Suites 
Five suites with either the city or courtyard view. 

Deluxe Suites
All seventy suites face the sea. Seven of these suites are located on the ground floor and one of them has facilities for the disabled. 

Georgetown Suites
All eight suites face the city and two of them, with adjoining studies. 

Premier Suites
All nine suites face the sea and have balconies. 

Straits Suites 
There are three suites in all: The Tanjung Suite, Mutiara Suite and Penaga Suite. Each suite has two bay windows overlooking the Straits. 

Writers Suites
All four suites face the sea and are named after famous guests: Noel Coward, Somerset Maugham, Rudyard Kipling and Herman Hesse. 

Pinang Suite
Situated on the first floor and overlooking the sea, this suite has two bedrooms, a large lounge and a dining room. 

Eastern & Oriental Suite 
Situated on the top floor, this suite has a magnificent view of the Straits and beyond. It has three bedrooms, a study, a dining area and a lounge.
 

A colourful palate, a myriad of choices. 

The 1885
A classic service restaurant, serving contemporary continental cuisine and a superb selection of wines. Seats 60. 

Sarkies Corner
This place offers all-day dining and mainly serves Hainanese cuisine. Seats 150. 

The Bakery 
This little shop specialises in an array of bread and pastry specialities, to eat-in as well as take-away.

Farquhar's Bar 
A little piece of colonial Malaya, this bar pours an excellent range of beers and serves great pub fare. Seats 50. 

Palm Court
Situated under the hotel's legendary dome, it serves cocktails to 
the repertoire of the hotel's resident pianist. 

Verandah 
The terrace on the promenade offers alfresco dining amidst breathtaking views of the tropical garden and sea. 

The Conservatory
Overlooking Penang's historic harbour, this place serves morning coffee, afternoon tea (with scones) and candlelight dinners. 

The Deck 
Situated by the pool, it serves light meals and refreshments. An ideal venue for evening functions.

A level of hospitality unrivalled in this part of the world. 

Butler Service
At your service, as you wish. A butler is at your disposal any time of the day and night to take care of your needs from checking in, unpacking and packing suitcases, arranging room service, shining shoes, making travel arrangements to checking out. 

Meeting & Function Rooms 
A 400-seat Grand Ballroom, complete with a stage, royal box and gallery, is the perfect venue to hold theatre dinners, weddings, theme parties or corporate functions. A fully equipped business centre with modern facilities and seven smaller function suites are also at your disposal. 

Sports & Recreation
For health enthusiasts, the hotel's exercise room has a fully equipped gymnasium and sauna. Take a stroll along the beautifully landscaped garden overlooking the sea, or sunbathe by the pool. 

Additional Services & Facilities
The hotel also provides concierge, babysitting, secretarial, limousine, airline and hotel reservations services for your added convenience. A gift shop, florist, barber-shop, tailor and Foreign Currency Exchange are located within the hotel grounds.