St. Giles Wembley part of Cititel Hotel Management (CHM) group has 1,100 hotel rooms in three hotels in George Town City shows that the group knows what a city hotel guest wants.
St. Giles Wembley sits where the old Wembley Park amusement center once stood.
It’s now a sleek 4-star hotel.
You’ll find it right at the crossroads of two major roads in Penang.
It shares the spot with Cititel Express, a 3-star hotel just around the corner on Noordin Street.
Both hotels sit in the heart of George Town’s action.
Shops, food, and local sights are all just a short walk away.
It’s a great base if you want everything close by without the fuss.
Weekend Staycation at The Wembley
On the invitation of The Wembley – A St Giles Hotel, Penang,
Doreen and I recently enjoyed a girls’ weekend getaway, just before Chinese New Year.
We took a break from our busy schedules to catch up and unwind.
There were a few good meals at the hotel.
And of course, a proper shopping spree downtown.
Just the kind of reset we needed.
We checked in on Friday evening, right in the middle of peak traffic.
No stress though. We both used Waze on our Androids.
Made it just in time for an easy, breezy check-in.
The ramp to the hotel’s multi-level parking was super convenient.
We were happy to see four spacious disabled parking spots too.
The Wembley Penang lies ahead! It’s so central in George Town.
Don’t be concerned about OKU parking. There are 4!
Check-In
The hotel is gorgeously decorated, with large format oil paintings setting the scene at the Front Desk and beautiful chandeliers winking at us.
The Lobby exudes a sparkly, Rockstar vibe.
You’ve heard of in-flight magazines—here’s their in-house magazine.
The Wembley Penang Lobby
You’ve heard of in-flight magazines. Here’s the in-house magazine.
The Chandelier at the Lobby
The Wembley Guest Room
Access to the room level is as simple as waving our room card in the lift.
Our Deluxe Room offers a comfortable 28 square meters of space, complete with a king-size bed.
The 6-foot distance from the bed to the TV adds to the room’s spacious feel.
It’s the thoughtful details in the room that we girls truly appreciate.
Four bottles of mineral water are provided.
One conveniently placed on each bedside table.
The toothbrushes are even color-coded—one clear, the other opaque—so there’s no mix-up.
How cool is that?
The passageway to the guest suites.
The guest suite.
Writing desk.
Night Light
There’s no chance of mixing up the toothbrushes.
Dinner at Wembley Cafe
We managed to catch the city’s twilight glow before heading to the buffet at Wembley Café.
It was packed and buzzing with locals—a good sign.
I looked at everything first, as usual, then settled on my favourites.
The porridge was spot on, paired with braised duck, chicken, egg and tofu.
Add the chili sauce and golden garlic chips, and it hit the mark.
It reminded me a little of kueh chiap, just without the flat rice noodles.
The chef whipped up a plate of tasty vegetarian noodles for Doreen.
She cleaned her plate. Always a good sign.
We ended on a sweet note by sharing some desserts.
Just the way a good buffet should finish.
Sunset over George Town.
The Wembley Cafe
My buffet dinner.
I couldn’t resist the Koay Chiap at the Wembley Cafe.
The chef prepared vegetarian bee hoon for Doreen.
A little sweet indulgence.
Executive Lounge
After dinner, we continued our conversation at the Executive Lounge, sharing three cookies.
We took in the view of the city winding down, watching the late Friday night traffic below.
For our nightcaps, we sipped on peppermint tea to help with digestion.
Chamomile tea followed, perfect for relaxing the muscles and melting away stress.
Just what we needed for a restful night’s sleep.
The Executive Lounge
Night scene
A little nightcap.
The Wembley Facilities
The next morning, after breakfast and coffee, we set out for a hotel inspection.
We checked out the gym, followed by the stunning infinity pool.
I would have done laps if I’d remembered my swimsuit—saltwater and simply irresistible!
As for the Grand Ballroom, one word: impressive!
The gym
The swimming pool
The Wembley Penang Helipad
Grand Ballroom. One word. Impressive!
What to See Nearby
Aside from malls, Hin Bus Depot hosts exciting exhibitions and a lively Sunday Pop-Up Market.
If you stroll through the ground floor of the hotel, you’ll find a local general store tucked inside.
It sells everything from bedak sejuk to Chinese wedding paraphernalia.
A fun little detour, especially if you love quirky local finds.
What to Eat near The Wembley Penang?
In the mornings, two wet markets are worth exploring.
The Cecil Street Morning Market is a must if you’re in the area.
It’s got a lively wet market section and plenty of food stalls.
Think roast pork, fresh Nyonya kueh, and Chinese pasembur.
You’ll also find a wide spread of Penang’s favourite street food in one place.
Perfect for breakfast or a snack while exploring George Town.
For an economical lunch, try the Penang Assam Laksa—it’s a local delight.
In the evenings, head to Presgrave Street for the best 888 Penang Hokkien Mee with Roast Pork.
Followed by a refreshing bowl of Ice Kacang.
Chowrasta Market is a hive of activity, with street stalls spilling onto the roadside.
Along the way, you’ll find plenty of coffee shops, or kopitiams, most of which are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Closer to The Wembley, experience Penang’s unique style of eating porridge—by squatting.
St. Giles Wembley Penang
Address: 183, Jalan Magazine, 10300 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone: 04-259 8000
[Updated 12 June 2025]
Blog Disclosure: This is a sponsored blog post, but all opinions are mine. Thank you, St. Giles Wembley Penang, for hosting the Editor.
