Established by the famed Sarkies brothers in 1885 whose architectural landmarks include the Raffles Hotel in Singapore, the E&O is the only seafront hotel in the George Town UNESCO World Heritage Site. Over its 134-year history, the E&O Hotel has played host to the world’s most celebrated artists, writers and heads of state.

Back in 2013, the E&O unveiled its 15-storey Victory Annexe with 132 quintessentially appointed sea-fronting suites, complemented by restaurants, meeting rooms, spa and an infinity swimming pool. Niche retail outlets were also introduced to further enhance the experience of guests.

And with the recently relaunched Heritage Wing, the E&O is poised to reprise its role as a leading destination for timeless hospitality. Guests of the newly refurbished suites can enjoy the luxury of travelling back through time with round-the-clock butler service and modern comforts in keeping with the classic style of the Penang icon.

The 232 all-suite E&O Hotel is also a much-coveted event venue as it houses an elegant colonial styled Grand Ballroom decked out with a high ceiling and gallery boxes. Besides that, guests looking for a smaller but similarly grand venue can opt for the Macalister Ballroom located on the 5^th floor of the Victory Annexe, along with nine other smaller function rooms that are suitable for all occasions.

Boasting a team of dedicated and professional staff that are ever ready to assist with the planning and execution of your event, the E&O promises the best service and state-of-the-art technology to ensure the success of every event. 

Today, the luxurious E&O stands as the grande dame of heritage hotels, its arches and facades form natural frames for the longest and most splendid seafront sweep of lawn ever to greet the Andaman Sea.

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