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Butterworth

Butterworth
A traditional temple with ornate architecture, a sign reading "Yap Temple," and a gate with a plaque.
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George Town

George Town

Our top choices for Penang hostels

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, surrounded by various potted plants.

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 Rp349.238
Rp430.449 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 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 Rp326.808
Rp406.331 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
A Cozy Club Penang
A room with a round white table surrounded by four stools, a wooden table with chairs, and a wall-mounted electrical outlet.

3. Pine Armenian

Pine Armenian
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Clean room, shops nearby , good place to stay"
Canada
Tai-Lon
Pine Armenian
A multi-story hotel with a prominent cinema sign, multiple ground-level shops, and a busy street with cars.

4. 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 Rp507.896
Rp652.590 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Burmahtel - Hotel
A view through a window with a balcony railing, a salon sign, and a building with a tiled roof.

5. Heritage House 123

Heritage House 123
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
Heritage House 123
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 Rp172.704
Rp195.443 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The 60
A narrow hallway with bicycles, a staircase, and a brick wall.

7. 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 Rp265.458
Rp366.513 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Dou Houz - Hostel
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 Rp572.146
Rp728.659 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
YMCA Penang
A group of people posing in front of a hostel named "KITA HOSTEL" with a sign displaying the address and contact number.

9. KITA Hostel

KITA Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"The hostel is clean and the rooms are spacious. The staff are fantastic, always very helpful and kind. The location is excellent, just a 10-minute walk from Komtar station. Right in front of the hostel there is a restaurant where you can eat one of the best nasi kandar dishes. The price of the hostel is very affordable. I highly recommend it, and if I ever come back to George Town, I would definitely stay here again. "
Malaysia
Emiliano
KITA Hostel
A multi-story hotel named "Victoria Inn" with a classic architectural style, featuring large windows and a prominent entrance.

10. 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 Rp415.258
Rp498.888 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Victoria Inn
A covered outdoor area with a table, chairs, and potted plants.

11. 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 Rp272.178
Rp374.696 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 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.

12. 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 Rp387.999
Rp428.094 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
A street view with parked cars and a building with a tiled roof and potted plants.

13. Mypintu

Mypintu
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"I arrived to this property after midnight, but the owner welcomed me with a smile. He even prepared me a tea in the morning, explained how to explore George Town in a day (coz I was there for one day only), even help me sorted with my lost baggage issues. Would stay more days in the future trip to Penang."
United Kingdom
Kamal
Mypintu
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a ceiling fan, and two windows with curtains.

14. 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 Rp294.391
Rp377.356 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Red Inn Court - Hostel
Staircase

15. Thirty Three Stewart Houze

Thirty Three Stewart Houze
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (15 reviews)
"Lovely quiet guesthouse in heritage building. Inside the UNESCO zone, steps to all of the major food spots and historic landmarks. Friendly staff and very clean!"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is Rp528.515
Rp632.541 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Thirty Three Stewart Houze
Exterior

16. Rope Walk Guesthouse - Hostel

Rope Walk Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (16 reviews)
"Near the Komtar and bus station The hostel is good, towel very clean"
Thailand
Anonymous traveller
Rope Walk Guesthouse - Hostel
A rooftop terrace with tables and chairs, potted plants, and flags.

17. Apollo Inn - Hostel

Apollo Inn - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (264 reviews)
"comfortable place and near to mall"
Malaysia
Dini
Apollo Inn - Hostel
Two single beds with grey headboards and white bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and large windows with night views.

18. 39 Love Lane - Smart Intelligent Inn

39 Love Lane - Smart Intelligent Inn
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is Rp481.596
Rp521.915 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
39 Love Lane - Smart Intelligent Inn
A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

19. Palette Pink Cabana George Town

Palette Pink Cabana George Town
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (148 reviews)
"Conveniently located and nice if you need a place to rest."
United States
Xiao Fang
Palette Pink Cabana George Town
A balcony with a wooden bench, a potted plant, and a glass door leading to a city view.

20. Minima 8

Minima 8
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
Minima 8
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Top Penang Hotel Reviews

Cititel Penang

Cititel Penang

10/10 Excellent
"I was given a harbour view standard room and it was very good, if a bit dated. The bed was very comfortable. The tv only had a few usable channels. The staff were very welcoming and excellent all round. There’s a selection of good restaurants in-house."
John 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Cititel Penang

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Penang Hostels information

Number of reviews
563
Accommodation
39 Hostels
Lowest Price
Rp195.443
Highest Price
Rp778.353

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