Rooms
Double Std 1
Welcome to the Double Standard 1 Room, a room embodies the essence of a bygone era, offering a blend of historic charm and contemporary comfort.
Original vintage tiled floors lead the way to a comfortable seat, desk, and sleeping area adorned with neo-vintage furnishings that evoke memories of a simpler time.
This is a ground-floor front corner double-bed room (16 sqm) furnished in Rubberwood, with an ensuite bathroom and a private patio (4 sqm) accessible separately via the garden. This room has views towards the East and the South. It overlooks Georgetown 650m below; and has enchanting views of the sunrise and of Georgetown by night.
About Us
Less than a kilometer from Georgetown lies the 200 year old British hill station of Penang Hill, with its pristine hill slopes dotted with colonial bungalows, one of which is Hickory.
Welcome to Hickory
Hickory is a century-old Heritage bungalow converted into a 15-room Guesthouse. It is perched on the eastern slope of Penang Hill at an elevation of 650m (2100ft). It provides panoramic views of Georgetown below, Penang International Airport in the distance, and the mainland beyond.
Sunrises are particularly spectacular from this elevation.
Hickory sits on half an acre of secluded woodland and manicured lawns. The surroundings are lush and green, with only the occasional sounds of birds, monkeys, squirrels, and rushing water to disturb the peace.
The days are cool, and the evenings are cooler. A descending cool breeze flows through the house before rolling on downhill. Temperatures at this elevation are typically 6°C (11°F) lower than at the foothills.
Hickory's amenities include a restaurant, a front desk open from 8 am to 10 pm, luggage storage, laundry service, and WiFi. There are meeting facilities, a weights training station, a gym, a library, and ample quiet corners for reading, contemplation, or discussion.
The rooms are well furnished, with comfortable bedding, and ample toiletries. Some of the larger rooms on the 1st floor also feature a shared kitchenette with a microwave.
There are a variety of complimentary breakfasts to choose from. There is an around-the-clock free flow of hot and cold beverages. There is also the option to order all-day snacks, lunch, and dinner.
For the outdoor enthusiast, there are hiking trails, guided walks, bird watching, and badminton.
Hickory Penang Hill is 4.2 miles from Penang Botanical Gardens which is at the foot of the Hill. Straits Quay is 10 km away; and the Penang International Airport 22 kilometers away.
Get away from the pace and pressure of city life. Enjoy the tranquillity and solitude of Penang Hill.
Welcome to Hickory.
We look forward to seeing you here.
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