Penang, 1 December 2025 – The Eastern & Oriental (E&O) Hotel ushered in the most wonderful time of the year with its much-anticipated Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, a cherished tradition since 2003. This year’s celebration held special significance as it coincided with the hotel’s 140th anniversary, marking a season of reflection, gratitude, and enduring … Continued
Penang, 11 October 2025 – Tonight, the Eastern & Oriental Hotel (E&O) proudly marks a historic milestone with the celebration of its 140th Anniversary Gala Ball at the hotel’s iconic Grand Ballroom, attended by approximately 250 distinguished guests. The black-tie affair, graced by Penang Chief Minister YAB Chow Kon Yeow, Executive Chairman of Eastern & … Continued
Penang, 11 September 2025 – In celebration of a remarkable 140 years of timeless elegance, heritage, and hospitality, the Eastern & Oriental Hotel (E&O) invites guests to an exciting evening at its 140th Anniversary Gala Ball happening on 11 October 2025 in the hotel’s iconic Grand Ballroom. Priced at RM488 nett per person, this black-tie … Continued
Penang, 5 June 2025– In a momentous celebration of shared heritage and timeless hospitality, Raffles Singapore will be presenting an exclusive two-night only dinner at the iconic Eastern & Oriental (E&O) Hotel in commemoration with the E&O’s 140th anniversary. From the 9th to the 10th of July, chefs from the Tiffin Room at Raffles Singapore, … Continued
Penang, 1 January 2020 – Eastern & Oriental (E&O) Hotel, the grande dame of British colonial heritage hotels on Penang island has stepped up its dining experiences boasting a touch of heritage flair. Three new dining outlets, namely Java Tree, Palm Court and Farquhar’s Bar will be introduced in conjunction with the reopening of … Continued
Penang, 1 December 2019 – Classic Christmas decorations of all sorts welcomed guests at the Eastern & Oriental (E&O) Hotel lobby during its signature Christmas tree lighting ceremony. The annual affair was more joyous and significance this year with the reopening of the newly-refurbished Heritage Wing. Standing resplendent in the middle of the refreshed lobby is … Continued
Penang, 1 December 2019 – The Eastern and Oriental (E&O) Hotel officially announces the much-anticipated re-opening of its Heritage Wing following an extensive refurbishment exercise which began in March 2019. Widely regarded as the grande dame of hospitality in Penang, this milestone event heralds an exciting new chapter in this heritage landmark’s rich legacy. Maintaining its … Continued
Penang, 19 September 2019 – Helming the renovation of the Eastern & Oriental Hotel (E&O) Heritage Wing is the founder of Interiors International Sdn Bhd Datin Tham Oi Wah. Born with creative instinct, Tham came to realise that she had a knack for interior architecture and design when she was designing a house for her family … Continued
Penang, 18 July 2019 – With 134 years of history, the Eastern & Oriental Hotel (E&O) is a treasure trove of memories that evoke a sense of nostalgia from those who have walked its hallways. Guests who have been to the hotel would remember the times they sat beneath the echo dome or enjoyed the buffet … Continued
Penang, 26 June 2019 – The Eastern & Oriental (E&O) Hotel has added another initiative as part of its effort to reduce carbon footprint by sending food waste to be converted into bioorganic fertiliser. Working with a local company Future Earth which was established in 2010, the partnership saw them producing bio-organic fertiliser from food … Continued
