Hotel Equatorial Penang: Luxury Hotel At The Peak

Hotel Equatorial Penang: Luxury Hotel At The Peak

Text: Sweezy Tan Photos: Lim Tze Yan - 27 January 2021


Nestled at the peak of the hilltop of Bukit Jambul, Hotel Equatorial Penang offers breath-taking views of the lush landscaped garden, green golf course, city, and Penang's magnificent skyline - including two Penang bridges.

Its strategic location near Penang International Airport and major local significant attractions, offers guests a revitalizing sanctuary above the bustling city. The hotel houses 414 well-appointed guestrooms and suites, all with a private balcony overlooking the beauty of Penang Island.

The spacious hotel itself has its own attractions and instagrammable spots, so be sure to explore their garden trail with man-made waterfall, pond surrounded by beautiful and energetic koi fishes, and outdoor swimming pool with jacuzzi.

Based on cross-culture concept, the hotel has a few renowned restaurants offering a variety of cuisines such as Kampachi Japanese Restaurant; Nada Lama, a Penang heritage culture concept restaurant and Golden Phoenix Chinese Restaurant.

Golden Phoenix is the only Chinese restaurant among all starred hotels in Penang. Helmed by Chef Neoh Gim Boon, who has been in this industry for over 30 years, Golden Phoenix specializes in Szechuan and Cantonese dishes that amaze guests in its ancient Chinese traditional ambiance.

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