PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
T
Destinations
Home›Destinations›Telaga Batu
AsiaMalaysiaPenang

Telaga Batu

Penang, Malaysia · Asia

About Telaga Batu

Telaga Batu works well as a base: 10 minutes from Tanjung Bungah, 6km from Penang Hill.

Telaga Batu is a town located in Penang, Malaysia. With a population of 10,000, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Telaga Batu sits in Malaysia, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Kuala Lumpur time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Telaga Batu to your route.

About Telaga Batu

Lovers' Isle is an islet in Southwest Penang Island District, Penang, Malaysia, located off the northern coast of Penang Island. Located off Batu Ferringhi, a suburb of the city of George Town, this uninhabited rocky outcrop was where the first European sailors to reach what is now Penang arrived in the 16th century.

Read more on Wikipedia

Where to Stay in Telaga Batu

Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.

Filter presets

Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.comExpediaTripAdvisorHotels.comAgodaAirbnb

Compare before you book!

Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Telaga Batu.

Explore the Area

Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Telaga Batu.

Loading map...
Open in Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Telaga Batu?

Telaga Batu offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

How do I plan a road trip to Telaga Batu?

Plan your road trip to Telaga Batu with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Telaga Batu as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Telaga Batu located?

Telaga Batu is located in Penang, Malaysia, Asia. The coordinates are 5.4667 latitude, 100.2333 longitude.

What is the population of Telaga Batu?

Telaga Batu has a population of approximately 10,000 people, making it a town in Malaysia.

Plan a Road Trip

Add to your itinerary

Start planning your road trip with Telaga Batu as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Start Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Discover destinations like Tinder

Swipe through stunning destinations near Telaga Batu. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.

Explore now

Quick Information

Population
10,000
Continent
Asia
Country
Malaysia
Region
Penang
Timezone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Coordinates
5.4667, 100.2333

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Malaysia

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
994
Driving side
left
Full driving guide for Malaysia

Tags

AsiaMalaysiaPenangTown

Worth the detour from Telaga Batu

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Penang Hill

833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.

6 km · about 10 min drive

landmark

Kek Lok Si Temple

Southeast Asia's largest Buddhist temple complex in Penang, featuring a striking seven-story pagoda blending Chinese, Thai, and Burmese styles.

9 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

George Town, Penang

A UNESCO World Heritage city blending colonial architecture, vibrant street art, and some of Asia's best street food.

12 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

George Town Street Art

A UNESCO World Heritage city in Penang transformed into an open-air gallery with famous interactive murals and steel rod caricatures.

13 km · about 25 min drive

bridge

Penang Bridge

The 13.5 km crossing that first linked Penang island to mainland Malaysia in 1985, sweeping low over the strait with George Town's skyline ahead: host of the annual bridge marathon.

19 km · about 20 min drive

Driving roads near Telaga Batu

  • Right herePenang Hill833-metre hill above George Town with colonial bungalows and island views, reached by funicular from Air Itam.
  • 19 kmPenang BridgeThe 13.5 km crossing that first linked Penang island to mainland Malaysia in 1985, sweeping low over the strait with George Town's skyline ahead: host of the annual bridge marathon.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Telaga Batu.

Kampung Batu Feringgi

🇲🇾 Malaysia

1 km awayPop. 4,000

Batu Feringgi

🇲🇾 Malaysia

1 km awayPop. 20,000

Teluk Bahang

🇲🇾 Malaysia

2 km awayPop. 2,531

Tanjung Bungah

🇲🇾 Malaysia

5 km awayPop. 14,271

Kampung Pantai Aceh

🇲🇾 Malaysia

7 km awayPop. 4,302

Batu Itam

🇲🇾 Malaysia

8 km awayPop. 3,574

Tanjung Tokong

🇲🇾 Malaysia

8 km awayPop. 12,550

Batu Hitam

🇲🇾 Malaysia

9 km awayPop. 3,574

Plan a trip around Telaga Batu

Asia road trip planner

Plan a Road Trip from Telaga Batu

Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.

Start Planning
PYRT

The ultimate road trip planning platform. Discover 150,000+ destinations worldwide, plan scenic routes, and create unforgettable adventures.

Inspiration

  • Discover Trips
  • Travel Guides
  • Community

The Product

  • Calendar Planner
  • Integrations
  • How It Works
  • Collaboration Mode
  • Get the App
  • Merchandise: PYRT Supply Co.
  • Become a Creator
  • Trip Marketplace

Plan Your Trip

  • Road Trip Planner
  • Famous Routes
  • Planners by Country
  • Best Road Trip Planner App
  • Discover Road Trips
  • Events
  • Travel Guides
  • How It Works
  • My Trips
  • Community Groups

Company

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Support
  • Contact Us
  • Sign In
  • Create Account

© 2026 Plan Your Road Trips. All rights reserved.

•[email protected]
Data sources:GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)•Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)•Mapbox•Photography: George Lawrence