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Aayu Beach St - George Town Penang

George Town

Located in George Town, 1.5 miles from Northam Beach, Aayu Beach St - George Town Penang has air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

N
Nuanpun
From
Thailand
All staffs are very supportive and friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 410 reviews
Price from
$28.82
1 night, 2 adults

Sogor Female Dormitory

George Town

Located within a 9-minute walk of Northam Beach and 0.9 miles of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, Sogor Female Dormitory has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

C
Chan
From
Malaysia
Sogor Female Dormitory is honestly one of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed at! I feel so lucky to have had the chance to stay here for 3 nights—it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. Even though I came as a solo backpacker, I never felt alone. I ended up meeting two amazing foreigners during my stay, and we connected instantly. The environment is clean, hygienic, and very well maintained. The washrooms are spotless, the laundry area is convenient, and the public space is super comfortable—perfect for relaxing or chatting with other travelers. This hostel gave me not only a safe and comfy place to stay, but also meaningful memories and new friendships. I highly recommend it to any solo female traveler out there. I’d easily rate it 10/10!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 166 reviews
Price from
$33.21
1 night, 2 adults

Amore Stay

George Town

Located within 1.2 miles of Northam Beach and a 8-minute walk of Wonderfood Museum, Amore Stay has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

M
Marú
From
France
Clean, tidy, comfortable, quiet, modern with all necessary facilities. Dorms have no windows but it did not bother me as they are spacious enough. AC works perfectly. Communication with the staff was smooth and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
$16.43
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Pantai - George Town, Penang

George Town

Located in George Town, 1.5 miles from Northam Beach, Aayu Pantai - George Town, Penang has air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

Z
Zac Vin
From
Austria
The location was very convenient as it is close to a lot of local eateries and bus stops that goes places. It is also close to a lot of the main attractions in george town. The room that I had was spacious and what I expected it to be. Bed was comfortable. The showers and toilets are plentiful in numbers albeit a little bit cramped in my opinion. PS: this place is self check in. They do have someone on site and they do send out a text message on whats app about the password for the main door and the room door. Just make sure you get the text message from them prior to your visit here. Communication is prompt and concise.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
Price from
$29.89
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Chulia - Chulia St, George Town

George Town

Aayu Chulia - Chulia St, George Town is located in George Town, within 1.3 miles of Northam Beach and 1.1 miles of Penang Times Square.

M
Mahaut
From
Singapore
Very clean and nice. Super nice staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,365 reviews
Price from
$29.29
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Seckchuan - 3 mins walk to Love Lane

George Town

Located within 1.4 miles of Northam Beach and a 8-minute walk of Wonderfood Museum, Aayu Seckchuan - 3 mins walk to Love Lane has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

r
rob
From
Canada
room was spacious, wifi was excellent, showers were large, towels were clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 247 reviews
Price from
$27.75
1 night, 2 adults

Pine Armenian

George Town

Located within 1.5 miles of Northam Beach and 1.1 miles of Penang Times Square, Pine Armenian has rooms in George Town.

P
Patrycja
From
United States
The room was big with enough space! Beds are comfortable, prime location, very clean, good showers, good wifi!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 319 reviews
Price from
$17.08
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Muntri - 4 mins to Chulia St George Town

George Town

Located 1.1 miles from Northam Beach, Aayu Muntri - 4 mins to Chulia St George Town has rooms with air conditioning in George Town.

m
meera
From
Italy
Affordable and they are always responsive on site and online too
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 732 reviews
Price from
$27.75
1 night, 2 adults

Nice Inn

George Town

Located 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...

E
Erin Cyndy
From
Canada
Central location to everything, safe, clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews
Price from
$21.77
1 night, 2 adults

Milan Backpacker Hostel

George Town

Located within 1.4 miles of Northam Beach and a 18-minute walk of Penang Times Square, Milan Backpacker Hostel has rooms in George Town.

E
Earnest
From
United States
This centrally located, modern-styled hotel was very clean and really comfortable. My room was spacious and featured a wonderful, high quality mattress which supported a restful stay. The owner is a thoughtful, kind and lovely person. The staff members, Elvis and Daniel are two of the nicest, most hardworking, diligent and efficient workers I have ever met. Their friendly demeanor and hospitable service was the highlight of my time here. They did everything to keep the guests happy and the place immaculate. They definitely deserve a special Christmas bonus! Overall, it's one of the best hotel rentals in Georgetown!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Price from
$29.89
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

Most booked hostels in George Town and surrounding area in the past month

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Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in George Town and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 508 reviews

    Strategically located in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, Wassup Youth Hostel offers accommodations in Penang.

    From $99.15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Providing 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.

    From $42.65 per night
  • KITA Hostel

    George Town
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

    Located within a 12-minute walk of Northam Beach and half a mile of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, KITA Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

    From $25.62 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 830 reviews

    Located in George Town and within a 17-minute walk of Northam Beach, Swing & Pillows - Penang Road, Georgetown Penang has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    From $42.90 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews

    Located in George Town, a 17-minute walk from Northam Beach, SS HOSTEL PENANG has air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

    From $25.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews

    Located within a 14-minute walk of 1st Avenue Penang and 0.9 miles of Penang Times Square, Great Shanghai Guesthouse has rooms in George Town.

    From $47.44 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 723 reviews

    Featuring 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.

    From $85.39 per night
  • Star Lodge

    George Town
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.8
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Northam Beach and a 9-minute walk of Wonderfood Museum, Star Lodge provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.

    From $46.78 per night

Save money on hostels in George Town and nearby – budget options available

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 795 reviews

    Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street is located in George Town, 1.5 miles from Northam Beach and a 17-minute walk from Penang Times Square.

    From $36.08 per night
  • YMCA Penang

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews

    Located within a 19-minute walk of Northam Beach and 1.1 miles of Penang Times Square, YMCA Penang has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.

    From $62.83 per night
  • 14 Ceylon Lane

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    14 Ceylon Lane is located in George Town, 1.1 miles from Wonderfood Museum and a 16-minute walk from Penang Times Square.

  • Some Place Else

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews

    Located in George Town, 1.1 miles from Northam Beach, Some Place Else provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

  • Homs Female Hostel

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews

    Located in George Town, 1.3 miles from Northam Beach, Homs Female Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

  • seaview hostel

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Located in George Town and with 1st Avenue Penang reachable within a 13-minute walk, seaview hostel provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • Penang Miami Beach

    Batu Ferringhi
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Located a few steps from Miami Beach, Penang Miami Beach provides rooms with air conditioning in Batu Ferringhi.

    From $40.32 per night

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