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Aayu Chulia
George Town
Located within 1.8 km of Penang Times Square and 7.7 km of Straits Quay, Aayu Chulia features rooms in George Town. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2 km from Northam Beach.
Guest rooms at the hostel are fitted with a seating area. The rooms at Aayu Chulia have air conditioning and a desk.
New Zealand
Very clean and nice accomodation
Aayu Beach St
George Town
All rooms at the hostel are fitted with a seating area. With a shared bathroom fitted with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at Aayu Beach St also feature free WiFi, while selected rooms also boast a city view. At the accommodation the rooms have bed linen and towels.
PANCHOR 6 HOSTEL
George Town
Situated within 3.5 km of 1st Avenue Penang and 3.7 km of Penang Times Square, PANCHOR 6 HOSTEL features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town. The property is set 4.9 km from Wonderfood Museum, 7.1 km from Penang Hill and 7.2 km from Penang Botanic Gardens. The property is non-smoking and is located 4.1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.
Ukraine
Really good clean and calm place. Not in city center but totally it's good location. Definitely value for money.
Sogor Female Dormitory
George Town
Set in George Town, less than 1 km from Northam Beach, Sogor Female Dormitory offers air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge. The property is around 1.8 km from 1st Avenue Penang, 2.9 km from Wonderfood Museum and 1.7 km from Penang Times Square. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.4 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.
With a shared bathroom fitted with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also feature free WiFi. At Sogor Female Dormitory the rooms come with a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV.
Netherlands
Absolutely fantastic. The positive energy from being in a women only space was great. Plus I mean the dormitory is just amazing, comfortable, clean, convenient. What a gem!
Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street
George Town
Situated within 1.5 km of Penang Times Square and 8.2 km of Straits Quay, Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street offers rooms in George Town. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.4 km from Northam Beach.
The units at the hostel feature air conditioning and a desk.
Vietnam
Very cute and comfy place to stay, 10 out the 10
New Great Shanghai Female Hostel
George Town
Set within 1.4 km of Northam Beach and 1.2 km of Wonderfood Museum, New Great Shanghai Female Hostel offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town. The property is located 1.1 km from 1st Avenue Penang, 1.4 km from Penang Times Square and 7.5 km from Straits Quay. The property is non-smoking and is situated less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.
Philippines
The place was quiet during my stay and it felt clean and nice. My bed was comfortable and I had a great sleep. Outlets were right next to me, so I can conveniently charge my devices, especially, I was assigned at the top bunk bed. Jean was very helpful and accommodating! She helped me get to the hostel from the airport and even recommended some shops I could visit. Communication was great between the host and guest!
Swing & Pillows @ Malabar
George Town
Situated in George Town and within 1.4 km of Northam Beach, Swing & Pillows @ Malabar has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 1.3 km from Penang Times Square, 7.2 km from Straits Quay and 7.2 km from Penang Botanic Gardens. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a concierge service and luggage storage for guests.
The rooms at the hostel are fitted with a seating area. At Swing & Pillows @ Malabar rooms come with bed linen and towels.
Malaysia
The staffs were friendly and nice. Within this amount it was a great stay
111 Hutton Lane Hostel
George Town
Set in George Town, 1 km from Northam Beach, 111 Hutton Lane Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge. The property is situated 6.9 km from Straits Quay, 6.9 km from Penang Botanic Gardens and 8.9 km from Penang Hill. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar is 700 metres away.
United States of America
Great location - a lot of places to eat within walking distance. Hosts were really nice. There are also two cute cats. :)
Color Mixed Home Hostel
George Town
Situated in George Town and within 1.7 km of Northam Beach, Color Mixed Home Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is set 3 km from Wonderfood Museum, 5.8 km from Penang Botanic Gardens and 6.9 km from Straits Quay. Penang Hill is 7.2 km away and Queensbay Mall is 11 km from the hostel.
Thailand
Clean and tidy, affordable, free washing/cooking facilities
Nice Inn
George Town
Located in George Town, within 1.3 km of Northam Beach and 700 metres of Penang Times Square, Nice Inn provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is situated 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, 1 km from 1st Avenue Penang and 2.8 km from Wonderfood Museum. The hostel features family rooms.
United States of America
1. Location is good. Many restaurants nearby, not far from komtar, jetty and other attraction places in George Town. 2. Boss is so friendly, recommend us a lot restaurants nearby. 3. Room is clean. Decoration is good.
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Wassup Youth Hostel
George TownBudget options available6.4Scored 6.4PleasantRated pleasant· 723 reviewsStrategically located in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, Wassup Youth Hostel offers accommodations in Penang.
I like the location of hotel and staff very helpful
Phuah Hin Leong by Simply Penang
George TownBudget options available7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 2 reviewsLocated in George Town, within a 8-minute walk of Northam Beach and 0.9 miles of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, Phuah Hin Leong by Simply Penang provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi...
Star Lodge
George TownBudget options available2.8Scored 2.8Very PoorRated very poor· 5 reviewsLocated in George Town, 1.1 miles from Northam Beach, Star Lodge provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.
Minima 8
George TownBudget options available7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 75 reviewsOffering free WiFi, Minima 8 offers accommodations in George Town, 2.3 miles from Penang Times Square and 2.5 miles from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.
The bath had good pressure and everything is just nice .
New Great Shanghai Female Hostel
George TownBudget options available8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 81 reviewsLocated within a 16-minute walk of Northam Beach and 0.7 miles of Wonderfood Museum, New Great Shanghai Female Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.
Friendly owner, who gave us great recommendations for local restaurants
Color Mixed Home Hostel
George TownBudget options available7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 193 reviewsLocated in George Town and within a 19-minute walk of Northam Beach, Color Mixed Home Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.
Clean and tidy, affordable, free washing/cooking facilities
Seaview Hostel
George TownBudget options availableLocated in George Town and with 1st Avenue Penang reachable within a 12-minute walk, Seaview Hostel has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.
Georgetown Heritage Hostel
George TownBudget options available5.5Scored 5.5AverageRated fair· 2 reviewsLocated within 1.1 miles of Wonderfood Museum and a 16-minute walk of Penang Times Square, Georgetown Heritage Hostel provides rooms in George Town.
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Aayu Beach St
George TownCentral location10.0Scored 10.0ExceptionalRated exceptional· 5 reviewsLocated in George Town, 1.5 miles from Northam Beach, Aayu Beach St has air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.
Perfect location and best value for money. Would come again
Aayu Chulia
George TownCentral location9.4Scored 9.4WonderfulRated wonderful· 697 reviewsAayu Chulia has accommodations in George Town near Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and Penang Times Square.
Excellent location, small room but very comfortable.
PANCHOR 6 HOSTEL
George TownCentral location9.4Scored 9.4WonderfulRated wonderful· 16 reviewsLocated in George Town, 2.2 miles from 1st Avenue Penang, PANCHOR 6 HOSTEL has accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.
Kurang dalam bilik tak ada cermin saja , walaupun Kecik .over all semua ok .thank you so much .
Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street
George TownCentral location8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 550 reviewsSwing & Pillows @ Beach Street is located in George Town, within 1.5 miles of Northam Beach and a 17-minute walk of Penang Times Square.
Quiet, smooth self checking, not very far georgetown
Penang Heritage Home
George TownCentral location8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 1 reviewProviding free WiFi, Penang Heritage Home offers rooms in George Town, a 4-minute walk from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and 500 yards from 1st Avenue Penang.
Cheerful Guesthouse #Adventist#BudgetStay
George TownCentral location8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 2 reviewsCheerful Guesthouse #Adventist#BudgetStay is located in George Town, 1.2 miles from Northam Beach and 1.6 miles from Penang Botanic Gardens.
Tido Hostel Penang
George TownCentral location7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 380 reviewsFeaturing free WiFi, Tido Hostel Penang offers accommodations in George Town. Every room includes a shared bathroom. You will find a shared lounge at the property. You can play darts at the hostel.
The location & the airconditioned guest lounge.
246housecafe
George TownCentral location7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 43 reviews246housecafe provides rooms in George Town near Northam Beach and Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.
The absolute best wifi I ever had in hotels. Truly surprised.
YMCA Penang
George TownCentral location7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 249 reviewsOccupying a central Georgetown location, the YMCA Penang is just a 5-minute drive from the many attractions in the heritage city of Penang. It houses 2 dining options.
Almost is good. As well possible upgrade little bit.
Nice Inn
George TownCentral location7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 270 reviewsLocated in George Town, within a 15-minute walk of Northam Beach and half a mile of Penang Times Square, Nice Inn provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...
The staff are friendly. Rooms are worth for the money.
Red Inn Court
George TownCentral location7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 874 reviewsRed Inn Court is located in the heart of Georgetown, Penang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Very good position, comfortable accomodation,good price
The 60
George TownCentral location7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 60 reviews1.7 miles from Northam Beach, The 60 is located in George Town and provides air-conditioned rooms.
Sehr guter Telefon,WhatsApp und persönlicher Service.
Swing & Pillows @ Malabar
George TownCentral location7.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 509 reviewsLocated in George Town and within a 16-minute walk of Northam Beach, Swing & Pillows @ Malabar has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.
It was very clean and comfy. So it was okay so far.
Heritage Private Room by RaymondHomes
George TownCentral location7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 4 reviewsFeaturing a garden, restaurant, BBQ area and free WiFi, Heritage Private Room by RaymondHomes is located in George Town, a 15-minute walk from Northam Beach and 2.4 miles from Penang Times Square.
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Hostels that guests love in George Town
- Avg. price/night: £10.896.1Scored 6.1PleasantRated pleasant· 297 reviewsIt was a good cheap place to stay for 1 night in a great location in little India. It was basic but it did what it needed. Would recommend for a short stay on a budget.WillFamily with young children
- Avg. price/night: £19.607.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 1,341 reviewsWe stayed in the twin room - literally just bunk beds, with blankets (very itchy) and a night stand. Bathroom was stairs, along with cold and hot water available 24/7. There was security overnight which was a nice feeling. We kept our shoes in our room as I read reviews about people’s being stolen but we didn’t feel unsafe here. Great location, not far from Little India with the best food!
EmilieYoung couple - Avg. price/night: £17.648.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 311 reviewsThis backpacker's hostel has a distinctive style, and what's particularly impressive is that they have preserved a real tree on the wall, adding a natural and mysterious touch to the entire space. A great location.TaySolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: £40.258.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 1,208 reviewsI love all about this hotel! the staff is so helpful and the room itself is better than I thought it would be. My room is a bunk bed room yet it is so comfy. I would love to come back to this hotel again whenever I'm in Penang. And the price is actually affordable and I can say it is cheap because everything is only a walking distance. The interior of this hotel is beautiful and the safety is superb too! Thankyou Kooning!!NNur EllyshaGroup
- Avg. price/night: £15.067.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 364 reviewsWarm welcome by host. Perfect stay for backpackers and Frame Guesthouse is located at strategic place which is near to Armenian Street, Little India and famous Falafel vegan by walking distance. Bunk bed with separate locker to keep our belongings safely. Suitable for those who are travelling for work as there are space for them to work. Free refill of drinking water and most importantly, this Frame Guesthouse provides a comfortable home feel.AAsviniFamily with young children
- Avg. price/night: £13.495.5Scored 5.5AverageRated fair· 158 reviewsThe hostel was in a great location. Good size room and beds. Security lockers for each bed and a key for the front door so it felt very safe. The lobby in the hostel is nice and there is free cold drinking water available. Not bad for a short cheap stay!KateYoung couple
- 7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 293 reviewsThe hostel is clean, tidy and had such a great communal vibe. It's cheap and comfortable, the rooms have AC, and Ali and Mun are the kindest hosts ever - they couldn't do enough to help! Ali even showed two of us to the local bars. One of the best hostels I've ever stayed in. I extended my stay twice!
CharlieSolo traveler - Avg. price/night: £18.858.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 1,078 reviewsi loved everything, the owner was the sweetest person he even got me a couple of vegetarian puffs to try and they were amazing! is a great location with the city centre (Chulia street love lane etc.) on walking distance! the hostel is extremely cheap and they have a lovely common area (lounge with little kitchen)
GiovanniSolo traveler - Avg. price/night: £19.607.2Scored 7.2GoodRated good· 1,341 reviewsSimple but spacious private room with huge bathroom and separate toilet. Hostel with shared amenities and common areas but yet it was quiet and felt safe. Friendly environment, perfect for a budget stay.CatjaSolo traveler
- Avg. price/night: £13.619.2Scored 9.2WonderfulRated wonderful· 466 reviewsgreat location lovely pet cats howie was very helpful (lots of recommendations and bought us fruits to try and other snacks) very cheap effective aircon great place to meet other travelers free coffee and snacks free water and ice bathrooms kept very clean overall would recommend for travellers on a budget!
KyleYoung couple
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