Flight Promotion using Malaysia Airlines and Firefly
A promotion for flight ticket has been reserved for EDTM 2026 attendees with special rate
1) Discount up to 15% via promo code to all speakers, delegates, and committee members flying on Malaysia Airlines into Penang, Malaysia.
• Sales Period: 1 October 2025 until 3 March 2026• Travel Period: 22 February 2026 until 11 March 2026
• Promo code: MHEDTM15
• Booking Platform: Malaysia Airlines website or mobile app. Only.
2) Discount up to 15% via promo code to all speakers, delegates, and committee members flying on Firefly into Penang, Malaysia.
• Sales Period: 1 October 2025 until 3 March 2026• Travel Period: 22 February 2026 until 11 March 2026
• Promo code: FYEDTM15
• Booking Platform: Firefly website or mobile app. Only.
Hotel
A block of rooms has been reserved for EDTM 2026 attendees with special rate. To reserve rooms with special rate will be provided very soon.
Amari Spice Penang
2, Pesiaran Mahsuri, Bayan Baru, 11900 Penang, Malaysia.
Tel: +60 4 683 1188
Amari SPICE Penang is a vibrant, modern hotel located right next to Setia SPICE Convention Centre, making it the perfect choice for business and leisure travellers alike. Just 10 minutes from Penang International Airport, the hotel offers stylish rooms with breathtaking city views, warm hospitality, and thoughtful amenities. Guests can unwind at the rooftop infinity pool, recharge at the FIT Centre, or indulge in international and Asian Flavours at the hotel’s restaurants and bars.
Distance to Venue: 260m, 4 mins walk
Stay date: 27 February to 5 March 2026
Promo Code: IEEE
Room Rates (inclusive of breakfast):
Deluxe King/Twin/Hollywood Twin: MYR 410+/night
Premier King/Twin/Hollywood Twin: MYR 460+/night
Executive King/Twin/Hollywood Twin: MYR 595+/night
Executive Deluxe King/Deluxe Hollywood Twin: MYR 645+/night
One Bedroom Suite: MYR 795+/night
Additional notes:
* Additional breakfast at MYR 65 nett per person per day
* All prices quoted is not inclusive of taxes and fees
Rate inclusions:
• In-house movies
• IPTV channels
• High speed wireless internet access
• IDD phone lines
• Iron & Ironing board
• Mini bar
• Coffee & Tea making facilities
• Safe deposit box
Cancellation policy: No refund in the event of cancellation and non-transferable
Booking Link for Amari Spice Penang
Other Hotels
If you would like to stay at a different hotel, here is a list of other Hotels in the area.
1) AC Hotel Penang
2) Eastin Penang
3) Olive Tree Hotel Penang
AC Hotel by Marriott Penang offers contemporary comfort and effortless style, just 10 minutes from Penang International Airport and a short drive to Setia SPICE Convention Centre. Perfect for business or leisure, the hotel combines sleek design with warm hospitality, creating a stay that’s both productive and relaxing. Guests can unwind in modern rooms designed for comfort, enjoy all-day dining at the hotel’s restaurant, or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool. With elegant meeting spaces, high-speed Wi-Fi, and Marriott’s signature service, every detail is crafted for convenience and quality.
Distance to Venue: 3.8km, 11 mins by car
Stay date: 26 February to 6 March 2026
Booking Period: Till 20 February 2026
Promo Code: EDTEDTA
Room Rates (inclusive of breakfast):
Prime Deluxe King /Twin: MYR 280+/night
Premium King /Twin: MYR 300+/night
Additional Notes:
*Hotel has a smoke free policy.
*EV Charging Fee: MYR 0.90 per Kwh
*Safe, in room, for a fee
Rate inclusions:
• Complimentary wireless internet
• Premium movie channels & Cable/Satellite
• Complimentary bottled water
• Bathroom features such as Hair dryer, Bidet
• Iron & Ironing board
• Housekeeping service daily
• Fitness Center: 24 hours daily
Cancellation policy: Free cancellation 3 days before actual date.
Booking Link for AC Hotel by Marriott Penang
Olive Tree Hotel Penang is just 4.3km (10 minutes) away from Penang International Airport and only steps away from Setia SPICE Convention Centre. As Penang’s first green business hotel, it is designed with sustainability in mind — practicing energy efficiency, waste reduction, and eco-friendly operations. Guests can enjoy modern comfort while making a positive impact on the planet.
Distance to Venue: 300m, 4 mins walk
Stay date: 27 February to 6 March 2026
Promo Code: EDTM2026
Room Rates (inclusive of breakfast):
Deluxe room Single/Double Occupancy: MYR 325+/MYR 345+/night
Premiere Deluxe Single/Double Occupancy: MYR 335+/MYR 355+/night
Olive Deluxe Single/Double Occupancy: MYR 365+/MYR 385+/night
Additional Notes:
* Rates quoted are exclusive of 8% Service Tax, MYR 3 nett Hotel Fee per room per night (collected upon check out) and MYR 10 nett per room per night (applicable for all non-Malaysian)
* Non-smoking hotel
Rate inclusions:
Deluxe
• Complimentary internet access
• In room Safe
• Tea & Coffee maker
• Bathroom amenities E.g. Hair Dryer
• Complimentary parking (multistorey carpark)
Premiere Deluxe (inclusive of Deluxe list)
• Mini Bar
• Refrigerator
• Iron & Ironing board
• Torchlight
• Kettle
Cancellation policy: No cancellation, non-modifiable
Booking Link for Olive Hotel Penang
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Penang attractions
Penang's top attractions include George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage City known for its street art and heritage buildings, and Penang Hill, a hill station with scenic views and cooler temperatures, accessible by a funicular railway. Other popular spots are the Kek Lok Si Temple, the Pinang Peranakan Mansion, and Batu Ferringhi Beach.
At EDTM 2026, participants will gain not only valuable insights into research and industry but also immerse themselves in the rich flavors and cultural vibrancy of Southeast Asia.
Beyond technology, Penang is world-famous for its food culture and was recognized by UNESCO as a “City of Gastronomy.” Its cuisine reflects a vibrant blend of Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Peranakan (Nyonya) influences, offering unique flavors such as: Char Kway Teow: stir-fried flat rice noodles with prawns, rich with smoky wok hei; Penang Laksa: a tangy and spicy fish-based noodle soup, listed by CNN as one of the “World’s Best Foods”; Nyonya Cuisine: Peranakan delicacies such as Assam Curry and colorful Nyonya kuih; Roti Canai: a crispy-yet-fluffy flatbread best enjoyed with curry; Nasi Lemak: Malaysia’s national dish, fragrant coconut milk rice with sambal
