Stayed in terrace suite 39 with 2 small kids. Room was spacious with an outside terrace to have bfast whilst watching passerbies. Bangkok Lane itself is a row of full heritage houses with 2 (halal) kopitiams at the end. Our room , plus the street and the easily available kopitiam food made our whole stay have an authentic heritage feel.||||Really liked the location, famous Gurney Drive is just a 10 min walk away, Georgetown a 15 min drive (or a hop on tourist bus away) and Penang Hill a 20 min drive.||||The staff was friendly and very helpful. Especially the owner. We had some car issues and he let us use the room for longer than we had originally booked for. And no matter where in Penang we were, his help was just a phone call away.||||Had a pleasant blessed stay in Penang and Palanquinn...
Read moreWe had an extended stay at Palanquinn in the loft and really enjoyed it. The staff was exceptional and friendly, helping us with many things. The street is a bit noisy during the day but is quiet at night. There are many great eating places close by, a grocery store, and not far from Gurney Drive. We preferred to stay here rather than in Georgetown as it's close to Gurney and just not as congested at in Georgetown. The bus is easy and cheap to get into town. Internet was a bit slow but I think that has to do more with the wiring to the buildings as I have found this to be in case in some areas. Very comfy bed and awesome shower...
Read moreWe stayed in the downstairs Terrace. Spacious bedroom and spacious bathroom, high ceilings and great character. There was even a small sitting area outside where you could enjoy a coffee and the heritage nature of the street (all similar 2-storey character houses). Quiet street, especially at night.||When we arrived Jennifer told us about the great eating spots within waking distance of the accommodation. She was right – we sampled some wonderful local food. The accommodation is also within about 10 minutes' walk of 2 big shopping malls at Gurney.||This place is good...
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