Penang, 1 December 2022 – The holiday spirit is once again in full swing at the Eastern & Oriental (E&O) Hotel as guests came together for an early Christmas celebration after a two year hiatus.   Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the E&O had to cancel their annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony for the past two … 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