GEORGE TOWN, Penang’s real estate market reached a landmark today with the official launch of Westin Residences Penang, a 69-storey tower and the tallest residential building in northern Malaysia, featuring an earthquake-resistant design.
The launch was officiated by the Raja Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Syed Faizuddin Putra Jamalullail, who is also chairman of Westfield Global Sdn Bhd, at the project’s sales gallery on Gurney Drive. He was joined by the Raja Puan Muda of Perlis, Tuanku Lailatul Shahreen Akashah Khalil, and Marriott International vice-president of Hotel Development, Asia Pacific, Andree Susilo.
In a statement, Westin Residences Penang group managing director Datuk Yeoh Yih Sean said the project builds on prior collaborations with Marriott International, including the Penang Marriott Hotel and Marriott Residences. He noted that the development has already achieved a 75 per cent take-up rate since its soft launch.
“This strong response highlights the growing demand for branded residences offering premium lifestyles and trusted service,” Yeoh said. He added that the development offers a variety of unit sizes, ranging from 1,033 sq ft to 3,670 sq ft, with prices starting at RM2,000 per sq ft.
