The Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB) recently conducted a site inspection of the newly opened Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City, an IHG Hotel, marking a significant development in Penang’s hospitality landscape. Strategically positioned in the heart of Butterworth’s prime business district, the hotel offers a blend of modern comfort and breathtaking views of the Penang Strait, making it an attractive destination for both business and leisure travelers.
The hotel boasts a wide array of facilities designed to cater to diverse needs. The highlight is undoubtedly the Straits Ballroom, a spacious 653-square-meter venue capable of accommodating up to 768 guests in a theatre-style setup or 800 attendees for cocktail events. The ballroom’s flexibility extends further with its divisibility into two equal sections, providing adaptable space for various event sizes and formats.
Complementing the grand ballroom are four well-appointed meeting rooms—Butterworth 1 and 2, and Bagan 1 and 2—each catering to between 20 to 40 participants depending on the seating arrangement. These dedicated spaces significantly enhance Penang’s capacity to host a diverse range of events, from intimate board meetings to large conferences. A 24-hour business and meeting center on the 9th floor ensures round-the-clock support for business travelers and event organizers.
Beyond its event spaces, the Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City offers 343 luxurious guest rooms, an innovative sky lobby on the 8th floor, and a 23rd-floor pool that provides panoramic views of the city and sea. These amenities, coupled with the hotel’s Pan Asian restaurant, cater to the needs of both event delegates and tourists.
Adding to its convenience, the hotel’s close proximity to Penang Sentral, a mere four-minute drive away, ensures accessibility through convenient connections via taxi, train, or ferry. The Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City stands as a testament to Penang’s progress in the hospitality sector, offering world-class facilities that will undoubtedly bolster the state’s reputation as a top-tier destination for both business and leisure travelers.
