Straits Collection
Style Shophouse chic
Setting Georgetown's heritage heart
Deep in the heart of Georgetown’s Unesco-listed Heritage Zone, Straits Collection boutique hotel is the latest project of Australian expat Narelle McMurtrie. This inspired hotel/holiday house concept is made up of four shabby-chic shophouses on arty Armenian Street, offering a choice of one and two bedrooms, and unique indoor/outdoor spaces, including central courtyards and open-air bathrooms. Narelle's trademark interiors blend a reverence for the traditions and crafts of Penang with a kaleidoscope of colours and textures.
Need to know
- Rooms Four.
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Rates
Double rooms from $156.92 (MYR495), excluding tax at 1 per cent.
Prices have been converted from the hotel's local currency (MYR495), via XE.com, using today's exchange rate.
- More details Rates exclude breakfast (from MYR20 a person).
- Facilities Books, magazines, DVDs, free WiFi throughout, computer/printer for guest use. In rooms: TV, DVD player, fridge.
- Check-out Noon, but flexible subject to availability. Earliest check-in, 2pm.
- Children Baby cots can be provided for free. More...
- Also Smoking is permitted in rooms, but pets aren’t allowed.
Food and drink at Straits Collection
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Hotel restaurant
There's no restaurant here, but owner Narelle McMurtie's latest project, China House (www.chinahouse.com.my), is just a five-minute walk from the hotel. You could easily spend a whole day in this sprawling restaurant and gallery complex, which is spread over three heritage buildings on Beach and Victoria streets. Tuck into all-day breakfasts at Kopi C. Espresso, linger over coffee and cake at Beach St. Bakery, lunch on American-style streetfood and international tapas at Canteen & Bar, knock back a burger at Courtyard Café, or settle in for a fusion feast at BTB & Restaurant.
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Hotel bar
Also at China House, a short hop away, Vine & Single is a laid-back setting for sipping imported wines and single malts.
Straits Collection 47–55 Stewart Lane, Georgetown, 10200
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Smith extra at Straits Collection
A welcome drink of a lime margarita each
In the know
Our favourite rooms
Located beside a string of boutiques, the four Chinese shophouses on Armenian Street offer a mix of one- and two-bedroom abodes. No 89 can sleep up to five on two floors, so it's ideal for families. If you're travelling à deux, opt for No 93, which has an indoor courtyard with an antique wooden bath tub.
Packing tips
Cut a stylish figure on your strolls around Georgetown by keeping the sun off with a Panama hat or dainty parasol. Don't worry about packing a sarong though, as you can borrow one from your room.
Also
Narelle McMurtrie is the owner of Bon Ton Resort & Restaurant and Temple Tree, two Smith selections on Langkawi island, a short plane hop or boat ride north of Penang. If you like her decorative style, pick up similar pieces and classy souvenirs at Straits Collection’s retail outlet Bon Ton The Shop, and China Joes at 86 Armenian Street, where you’ll also find an art gallery showcasing local talent.
