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Tropicana 218 Macalister by YueLai Inn

3.0 star property

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

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218 Jln Macalister, George Town, Pulau Pinang, 10400
  • Place, KOMTAR
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Gurney Drive
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Pinang Peranakan Mansion
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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Superior Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View

Superior Apartment, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 63 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Condo, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Deluxe Condo, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 63 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Design Studio Suite, Air conditioning, City View

Design Studio Suite, Air conditioning, City View

  • City view
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Sleeps 9
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

George Town

In the heart of George Town, Tropicana 218 Macalister by YueLai Inn is within a 5-minute drive of Gurney Drive and KOMTAR. .This apartment is 1.8 mi (3 km) from Armenian Street and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
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What's nearby

  • KOMTAR - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • 1st Avenue Mall - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Gurney Drive - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Pinang Peranakan Mansion - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 32 min drive
  • Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪四夕豆花 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Penang Kitchen, Courtyard by Marriot - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪INSTEA - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪美食中心 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Xiang Peng Peng (Salted Chicken) - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Tropicana 218 Macalister by YueLai Inn

Tropicana 218 Macalister by YueLai Inn offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 3-star apartment have kitchenettes with cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). 21-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 3 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes. 21-inch Smart televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Stop by Instea -Penang Macalister for lunch, dinner, or brunch, where this restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine, or grab snacks at the 2 coffee shops/cafes.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities, an elevator, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Instea -Penang Macalister - This coffee shop specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner.
Love A Loaf Bakery & Cafe - This café specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast only. Open daily.
Feng Yi Dumplings - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Playground

Restaurants on site

  • Feng Yi Dumplings
  • Instea -Penang Macalister
  • Love A Loaf Bakery & Cafe

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

Dining

  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A restaurant

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • 21-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (on request) (for a fee)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Vending machine
  • Virtual front desk

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 3 units
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [www.yuelai-inn.com/pre-check-in]
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Whatsapp +60103880218 mobile app before check-in
Guests can choose to either self-clean the property prior to check-out, or pay an additional cleaning fee of MYR 60 (exact amount varies) at check-out
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please ensure all electrical items are manually turned off before removing the electric card from the main switch.

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Administrative fee: MYR 15 per accommodation, per stay
  • A damage deposit of MYR 300 will be collected before check-in.
  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping fee: MYR 50 per stay; may vary based on length of stay
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Alipay, Apple Pay, Touch 'n Go eWallet, Boost, DuitNow, GrabPay, and Visa Checkout
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Tropicana 218 Macalister
218 Macalister GEORGETOWN
YueLai Inn 218 Macalister George Town
Tropicana 218 Macalister by YueLai Inn Apartment
Tropicana 218 Macalister by YueLai Inn George Town
Tropicana 218 Macalister by YueLai Inn Apartment George Town

Tropicana 218 Macalister by YueLai Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 6 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JAT KANG JAMES

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Good location easy to get to all sides of Penang. Bakery, mini mart, large 7-11, restaurant and a pharmacy nearby makes it very convenient. Apartment is clean and spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

Kean

Travelled with group
Location is very good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at Tropicana 218 Macalister was fantastic and made even better by the excellent service from the management team at Yue Lai Inn Management. From the moment we arrived, everything was smooth and easy. The check-in process was straightforward, and the directions provided to help us find our way around the property were clear and very helpful. The room itself was comfortable and well-appointed, with a lovely view that made relaxing in the evenings especially enjoyable. One of the highlights was the level 8 swimming pool, which was refreshing and a great place to cool off after exploring the city. The location is also very convenient. There’s shopping right downstairs, and some of Penang’s amazing local street food is just a short walk away, making it incredibly easy to experience the vibrant food culture that George Town is famous for. Overall, this was a very comfortable and enjoyable stay. With responsive management, great amenities, and a fantastic location, we would happily stay here again when visiting Penang. Highly recommended! 🌴🏙️🍜
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool. Some confusion about a cash deposit that we refused to pay
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Adrian

I was dissapointed with this accommodation as it did not meet my expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026