HARRIS Hotel & Conventions Sunshine Penang has officially opened its doors, marking the debut of the HARRIS brand in Malaysia and introducing a vibrant new hospitality, meetings and lifestyle destination in Penang. It is The Ascott’s latest Harris hotel to open. The brand features over 50 properties in key destinations in Indonesia and Vietnam, and now in Malaysia.
Located just 30 minutes from the Penang International Airport and within Sunshine Central Mall in the established neighbourhood town of Ayer Itam, the hotel offers a strategic Penang address that brings together modern accommodation, meetings and events facilities, direct mall connectivity, and access to retail, dining and lifestyle conveniences.
Marking HARRIS’ First Presence in Malaysia
The opening of HARRIS Hotel & Conventions Sunshine Penang reflects the growing appeal of Penang as a destination where leisure, food, culture, healthcare, retail and business events meet. With its location near Penang Hill, Kek Lok Si Temple, traditional markets and local hawker food, the hotel provides a convenient base for travellers seeking to experience Penang beyond the usual city-centre stay.
At the same time, its position within Sunshine Central strengthens its relevance for corporate travellers, meeting planners, event organisers and business groups. The hotel is connected to retail and lifestyle facilities, supported by extensive parking within the development, and offers direct access to event spaces suited for corporate meetings, conferences, seminars, weddings, annual dinners and social celebrations.
“The debut of HARRIS in Malaysia is an important milestone for Ascott as we continue to expand our brand portfolio across the country,” said Mondi Mecja, Country General Manager, Ascott Malaysia. “Penang’s strong position as a tourism, healthcare and business events destination makes it an ideal location for the brand’s first Malaysian property. Together with our partners at Sunshine Central, we are excited to introduce a hotel that caters to today’s leisure travellers, families, corporate guests and event organisers in one integrated destination.”
A Stay Designed for Leisure, Business and Group Travel
The hotel features 284 rooms and suites, comprising HARRIS Rooms, HARRIS Suites and HARRIS Family Suites. Its accommodation is designed to support both short stays and group travel, with room options suited for individual travellers, couples, families and guests attending meetings or events.
Facilities include Harris Bistro, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, F&B lounge, swimming pool, children’s wading pool, children’s playground, gymnasium and high-speed Wi-Fi.
A New Venue for MICE events, Weddings and Medical Tourists
As one of the newest large-scale event venues in Penang, the pillarless Grand Ballroom, which can host up to 1,000 guests for banquet-style events, making it suitable for weddings, gala dinners, and large-scale corporate functions.
HARRIS Hotel & Conventions Sunshine Penang is also well placed for guests visiting Penang for healthcare-related travel, with access to established hospitals and private medical facilities on the island for medical travellers and accompanying family members.
