Spices Hotel was once a derelict block of shophouses razed by a fire. Rescued and restored by an architect owner, the boutique hotel features a living 150-year-old Bodhi tree.
The boutique hotel comprises two pairs of tiny identical shophouses believed to be built 100 years apart.
The lot size is only 500 sq. ft. each.
The unique architectural characteristics are maintained after the refurbishment.
Perfect for a homestay vacation, an architect owns and designs the hotel.
Spices Hotel at Lumut Lane, Penang. Photo: Doris Lim
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Spices Hotel’s Petite Garden
One of the most prominent features is a vast living Bodhi tree with its roots growing into the walls.
The old tree has co-existed with the building for more than 150 years.
The naturally landscaped courtyard garden with good lighting is peaceful.
Guests relax and indulge in the comfort of a home environment here.
The interiors of the Spices Hotel. Photo: Doris Lim
There are slippers to use in the courtyard. Photo: Doris Lim
The Interiors have rich influences
Spices Hotel is charming with its unique interiors, flavored with the richness of Indian, Spanish, Moroccan, and local influences.
Nooks and Spaces, Sense and Sensibility
After the refurbishment, the Spices Hotel currently houses eight individually designed guest rooms.
Spices Hotel boutique hotel is perfect for visitors looking for accommodation.
The experience of living in a heritage enclave of the George Town UNESCO World Heritage Site is a big draw.
The many nooks and spaces are carved out for the living room, dining, library, and family deck.
The rich diverse experience and coziness of a home, with a true sense of placemaking, is evident.
There are eight guest rooms, each distinctly designed. The guest rooms have attached bathrooms, cable TV, and free WiFi.
The Cumin and Clove room design has a semi-loft concept with a “bunk bed” on top of the bathroom.
The room rates are affordable when shared. This makes it ideal for group vacations.
The charming Lobby of Spices Hotel, Penang
Spices Hotel Penang Guest Rooms
Things to do near Spices Hotel
You can rent a bicycle or a tandem to cycle around the Heritage Enclave to take selfies with murals. If you like to picnic, you can go across the Armenian Park.
- Areca Books
- Armenian Park
- Armenian Street
- Asia Camera Museum
- Black Kettle
- Cheong Fatt Tze – The Blue Mansion (Guided Tours)
- Clan Jetties Of Penang
- George Town World Heritage Incorporated (GTWHI)
- Georgetown UNESCO Historical Site
- Ghost Museum
- Hin Bus Depot
- Kapitan Keling Mosque
- Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi
- Penang Hajj Gallery
- Penang Little India
- Penang Street Art
- Pinang Peranakan Mansion
- Rozana’s Batik
- Sun Yat-Sen Penang Base
- The Camera Museum
- The Top Penang
- Wonder Food Museum
- Yap Kongsi
Spices Hotel Review:
Spices Hotel’s location is central to the arts and historical streets of George Town.
The hotel is on Lumut Lane, a side street just around the corner from Armenian Park.
You can join locals for morning exercises or an evening walk.
The park setting is lovely in the heart of the historic city, before the city’s initiative to create pocket parks.
The area was disused, and a thriving flea market in the evenings.
The boutique hotel is charming. Each room was named after a spice.
If you are looking for clean, beautifully decorated historic lodgings, this is the place to call home for a few days.
The rooms are small but comfortable and clean.
You have good walking access to all the sights and tasty local kopitiams where the locals eat.
There is also an excellent restaurant in the vicinity if you want to spend more.
Room tip: If you want to stay in a central historic area and spend most of the time exploring, the Spices Hotel is a good choice! The hotel is near a mosque so that you will experience the Muslim call to prayers.
Local Food Recommendations near Spices Hotel
There are many kopitiams and sightseeing spots nearby to walk or cycle to explore George Town’s Heritage Trail.
For Muslim travelers, there are many Halal places to eat.
Hameed Pata Mee Sotong makes delicious spicy Mamak Fried Noodles at Esplanade Park, Lebuh Light.
If you like local Char Kway Teow, you will enjoy exploring the stalls for breakfast, lunch, tea, and nighttime treats.
For a late-night cuppa, you can have coffee and freshly baked cakes at ChinaHouse or Black Kettle on Beach Street.
There are several clubs and night spots you can safely check out on Love Lane and Chulia Street.
Spices Hotel
Address: 5, Lorong Lumut, George Town, 10200 Pulau Pinang
Phone: 04-261 9986
Google: https://g.co/kgs/33GntfC
