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Our top choices for Penang Island hostels

A narrow alleyway with multiple hanging pendant lights, a wooden shuttered window, and a visible sign for 'KELIART'.

1. The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"Lovely aesthetics Great amenities Sweet spot location Cool staff Awesome mini cafe Personal con : can get too hot in the common area upstairs"
Australia
Princessdee
The price is Rp350.472
Rp431.970 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
A balcony with a table set for dining, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a mountain in the distance.

2. A Cozy Club Penang

A Cozy Club Penang
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is Rp326.880
Rp406.602 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
A Cozy Club Penang
A hotel room with a large mirror, a ceiling fan, a wooden bench, and potted plants.

3. Muntri Inn by Soft Loft

Muntri Inn by Soft Loft
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is Rp340.809
Rp421.534 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Muntri Inn by Soft Loft
A modern interior with a bar area, seating, and large windows.

4. Tido Hostel by Moonknight

Tido Hostel by Moonknight
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is Rp367.539
Rp450.402 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Tido Hostel by Moonknight
A narrow corridor with tables and chairs, lanterns hanging from the ceiling, and posters on the walls.

5. Dou Houz - Hostel

Dou Houz - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (21 reviews)
"Good location and great staff"
Canada
Patrick
The price is Rp278.574
Rp382.385 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Dou Houz - Hostel
A hotel room with two beds, a checkered floor, a large window with a view, and a desk with a lamp.

6. The 60

The 60
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"no elevator for 4 levels noisy"
United States
Peter
The price is Rp171.996
Rp194.914 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The 60
A building with a prominent sign for "Burma Hotel" and "Wisma Aisama."

7. Burmahtel - Hotel

Burmahtel - Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.0 out of 10, Good, (39 reviews)
"Parking a bit tight, its underground. Lifts are confusing at first with no proper labeling. Huge and clean room, basic amenities. Small window. "
Malaysia
Azhan
The price is Rp509.690
Rp654.894 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Burmahtel - Hotel
A spacious indoor corridor with tiled floors, potted plants, and multiple fans on the walls.

8. YMCA Penang

YMCA Penang
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (74 reviews)
"Pharmacy within premises. Drinking water machines. "
Malaysia
Hwa
The price is Rp539.888
Rp690.528 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
YMCA Penang
A person cutting a fruit, possibly a durian, on a table with newspapers underneath.

9. Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"The staff treated me as a family member. I loved my stay at Cocoa Mews. "
Canada
Robert
The price is Rp271.845
Rp374.238 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and pillows, a dark headboard, and a patterned wallpaper.

10. Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport

Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
2.0 star property
Bayan Lepas
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"Nice property "
Malaysia
Low
The price is Rp419.605
Rp462.148 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
A room with a large mirror, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

11. Red Inn Court - Hostel

Red Inn Court - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (79 reviews)
"Had own air conditioned room with bathroom. Great location"
Canada
Naomi
The price is Rp294.032
Rp376.895 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Red Inn Court - Hostel
A multi-story hotel named "Victoria Inn" with a classic architectural style, featuring large windows and a prominent entrance.

12. Victoria Inn

Victoria Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (42 reviews)
"Good location, very near Jetty. Clean rooms."
Thailand
Somjate
The price is Rp422.671
Rp507.669 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Victoria Inn
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Top reviews in Penang Island

A person cutting a fruit, possibly a durian, on a table with newspapers underneath.
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
Downtown George Town

10/10 Excellent

Originally booked for three nights, stayed an extra two. Fantastic location in little India, you can walk out to most things in Georgetown. The staff are all lovely and really helpful and one day put on a delicious local breakfast for everyone staying.
United Kingdom
Michael
Reviewed February 15, 2019
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel