There are holidays. There are great holidays. And there are times that live long in the memory. Our week-long stay at Clove Hall will remain with us for many years. Its classic and timeless ambience together with the genuine friendliness of the owners and staff make Clove Hall the perfect place to experience the historical charm of Penang. From the... More

We staid here a couple of nights in august 2011 just when Jim (Malaysian man) and Jo (English woman) toke over the place. There was a lot to do (f.e. painting walls) and they did not know were to start we think. But they were very nice and the house was beautiful in a quiet part of Penang. One night... More

If you want non intrusive personal attention in a traditional colonial bungalow close to but not in Georgetown centre Clove Hall is the place to book.It is situated a few minutes walk from the hustle and bustle of Georgetown and is a little peaceful oasis to return to after a hectic days sightseeing.It is the sort of place you want... More

We recently spent four nights at Clove Hall and can't speak highly enough of our stay. The house and grounds are full of colonial charm and rooms are as comfortable as anyone could desire. But what really makes Clove Hall stand out is the service from the staff. The owners and their dedicated team do everything in their power to... More

We stayed here for 3 unforgettable nights on the recommendation of friends. We can only agree with all the superlatives used to describe this unique heritage guest house. We felt at home straight away with the friendly welcome from Jo & Jim. They were happy to chat and share their wisdom of Penang. We loved the decor and the whole... More

We could not have landed anywhere more lovely than Clove Hall after a hideous train journey up from Singapore. Having notified them we would be late arrivals as the train did not get into Butterworth until 2120, nothing could have prepared us for being four hours late. Travel advisory - don't take the train. As grim as the journey was,... More

Clove Hall, what a marvel! Beautifull, relaxing, a haven from the mad traffic that seems to have completely over-run Georgtown. We stayed for four nights and loved every minute, others have already noted the beautiful rooms all true. Jo and Jim are great hosts with a clear love of Penang , their staff delighful and helpful. And then there is... More

My boyfriend and I were lucky enough to stay at Clove Hall for three nights on a recent trip to Penang and we had a wonderful stay. The hosts are very welcoming and accomodating, and the staff are very friendly and helpful. We loved the look and feel of the property - it has lots of character and charm. We... More

The Almost-Wife and I spent a very happy two days at Clove Hall. If you want 5 star nonsense facilities and a high rise view, this ain't for you. If you want a perfectly restored 6 suite colonial mansion, furnished in the Straits Malacca Minimalist tradition - think teak four poster beds shrouded in mosquito muslin - an elegant and... More