Batu Ferringhi Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
suburb of George Town, Penang, Malaysia
About Batu Ferringhi
Probably the single most heavily developed stretch of tourist resorts in the entire country, the scenery and the beaches have undeniably suffered under the assault of all that concrete. Still, while the beaches aren't the best in Malaysia, there are still miles of white sand and palm trees left. Fierce competition keeps hotel prices low and there's some great food to be found too. Also a notable fact making the decision to visit Batu Ferringhi an easier one is, that the more you approach to the west, the less the touristisation has infected the beaches. Beaches near the famous night-market are very nice, though with less than perfect water quality because of the extensive powered water sports and infestations of jellyfish. From east to west (that is, moving further 'out' fromGeorge Towna
Top Attractions in Batu Ferringhi
Explore the best things to see and do in Batu Ferringhi:
- ★Entopia
- ★Escape Adventureplay
- ★Floating Mosque
- ★Mount Erskine Peak
- ★Muka Head Lighthouse
- ★Penang International Dragon Boat Festival
- ★Penang National Park
- ★Teluk Bahang Forest Eco Park
Where to Eat in Batu Ferringhi
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Hard Rock Cafe
- 🍴Marco Polo
Where to Stay in Batu Ferringhi
- 🏨Ali'sFerringi Guest House
- 🏨Baba's Guest House
- 🏨Bayview Beach Resort Penang
- 🏨By The Sea Suites Apartment
- 🏨Copthorne Orchid Hotel Penang
- 🏨DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang
Batu Ferringhi Travel Guide Sections
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