Picolo recommends · Hotel in George Town, Penang
23 Love Lane
Breakfast under the trees of a walled garden, in a restored mansion a short bike ride from the murals of George Town.
Breakfast is laid out in the garden, under trees that keep the worst of the morning heat away. Behind you stands a restored mansion, its rooms filled with old furniture rather than the usual hotel standards.
Step out of the gate and you are in the middle of George Town, the old colonial port of Penang and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its lanes are covered in murals, and the best way to find them is by bike.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose 23 Love Lane
For couples who want a personal stay in the old town, this is a strong choice. The garden makes it feel calmer than its central address suggests, and everything in George Town is close by.
No two rooms are alike, and some are more modest than others. Check the photos before you book and ask for a garden view. Families wanting a pool or plenty of space will find it too small.
What you get
- Walled garden
- Breakfast served outdoors
- Rooms furnished with antiques
- Bike rides to the street art
- Restored heritage mansion
A day at 23 Love Lane
- Morning
- Breakfast in the garden while the lanes wake up.
- Midday
- A bike hunt for murals around Armenian Street.
- Afternoon
- A rest in the room through the hottest hours.
- Evening
- Hawker food and a walk through the lit-up old town.
Location
George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Open in MapsQuestions about 23 Love Lane
Where is 23 Love Lane in George Town?
It sits on Love Lane in the heart of the old town, so the shophouses, temples and street art of George Town are all close at hand.
Are all rooms the same at 23 Love Lane?
No. Each room is different in size and style, so look at the pictures before you choose and ask for one overlooking the garden.
Does 23 Love Lane serve breakfast?
Yes. Breakfast is served in the garden, one of the nicest ways to start a hot day in George Town.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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