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Here is a quick list of Hostels in George Town, selected based on their rating
Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
Wassup Youth Hostel |
6.9 / 10 (879 Reviews) |
From 17$ | |
Ymca Penang Hostel |
7.7 / 10 (204 Reviews) |
From 38$ | |
The 80'S Guesthouse |
7.7 / 10 (288 Reviews) |
From 11$ | |
Tido Hostel Penang |
7.7 / 10 (515 Reviews) |
From 35$ | |
Red Inn Court |
7.4 / 10 (546 Reviews) |
From 20$ |
Hostels are a great way to save money when travelling, and George Town is no exception. There are many hostels in George Town, and most of them offer great amenities and services for a fraction of the cost of a hotel. Here are a few reasons why you should consider a hostel when travelling to George Town:
1. Hostels are usually much cheaper than hotels. This can be a major savings, especially if you are travelling on a budget.
2. Hostels usually offer more amenities than a hotel. This can include a kitchen, common area, and laundry facilities.
3. Hostels are a great way to meet other travellers. This can be a great opportunity to make friends and explore the city with someone who knows it well.
4. Hostels often have great location. This can be a major plus, especially if you are looking to save money on transportation.
George Town Accommodation lists:
Top Hostels in George Town
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Wassup Youth Hostel
From 17$
The 2-star Wassup Youth Hostel is located in 15 minutes' stroll to the friendly Penang 3D Trick Art Museum and 10 minutes' stroll of Watsons Shopping Mall. 24-hour front desk and bike loans, as well as an outdoor swimming pool and a sundeck are available at the hostel.
This accommodation offers accommodation in Georgetown district, George Town. The hostel is situated in the heart of George Town. Guests can dine in the Kek Seng Cafe located a mere 5 minutes' stroll away. Padang Kota Lama is set 15 minutes' stroll of Wassup Youth Hostel. Penang International airport is placed 20 km from this George Town hostel.
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Ymca Penang Hostel
From 38$
The comfortable Ymca Penang Hostel is located in the downtown part of George Town, approximately a 25-minute walk of the soaring Komtar Skyscraper. 24-hour security and ironing, as well as a free car park and a meeting room are available at this 2-star comfortable hostel.
The nearest airport is Penang International, 20 km from the George Town property. A 15-minute walk will take you to Reclining Buddha Wat Chaiyamangalaram Shrine. Annalakshmi Temple of Fine Arts restaurant is located only 5 minutes' stroll of this hostel. Ymca Penang Hostel is set 20 minutes on foot from Street foods.
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The 80'S Guesthouse
From 11$
The 2-star The 80'S Guesthouse is set 350 metres to the beautifully-preserved house Sun Yat Sen Museum Penang and 5 minutes' walk of Street Art in George Town. The rooms here offer shared bathrooms equipped with a bidet and a separate toilet.
Located in Georgetown district, The 80'S Guesthouse is also close to Wonderfood Museum. Because of its charming location in George Town, this hostel is a popular destination. The George Town accommodation is in 5 minutes' walk to Kebaya. The 80'S Guesthouse lies close to Jubilee Clock Tower. Penang International airport is around 21 minutes' drive away.
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Tido Hostel Penang
From 35$
Featuring a gym and a meeting room, the youth 2-star Tido Hostel Penang is set 5 minutes by foot from The Top Penang in George Town. There is Armenian Street Road 1 km from this George Town hostel.
The accommodation is set in the downtown part of George Town, a 15-minute stroll to Padang Kota Lama. The city centre can be reached within a 10-minute walk. Serving guests with Asian, Chinese and Malaysian dishes, See Kong Ooi Restaurant is approximately 5 minutes' stroll away. Popular points of interest near Tido Hostel Penang include New World Park. Intercity hub bus station can be found merely 10 minutes' stroll of the accommodation.
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Red Inn Court
From 20$
This eco-friendly 2-star Red Inn Court is located a 5-minute walk to Kapitan Keling Mosque, close to the heritage museum "Pinang Peranakan Mansion".
This boutique Red Inn Court is placed in the heart of George Town, not far from Chulia Street. There is Watsons Shopping Mall 1.3 km to the George Town hostel. Serving American and British meals, Bean Sprout Cafe lies in a 5-minute walk away from the property. New Lane Street Foodstalls is set a mere 1.3 km of the hostel. The nearest airport is Penang International, located 20 km away.
Hotels in George Town
Most comfortable Hotel ๐๏ธ | Wassup Youth Hostel |
Top Service Hotel ๐ | Ymca Penang Hostel |
Best mid-range Hotel ๐ด | The 80'S Guesthouse |
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Nice Inn
From 38$
This 2-star Nice Inn is situated approximately a 15-minute stroll of New Lane Street Foodstalls and approximately a 15-minute stroll to the soaring Komtar Skyscraper. A car park nearby is provided.
While staying at Nice Inn, guests have access to Cheong Fatt Tze. The city centre can be reached within a 10-minute walk. Krung Thep restaurant is only a 5-minute stroll to this George Town hostel. Padang Kota Lama is set at 1.7 km distance from Nice Inn. The nearest airport is Penang International airport, 20 km from the property.
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Ryokan Muntri Boutique Hostel
From 31$
This 2-star Ryokan Muntri Boutique Hostel offers accommodation in Georgetown district, nearly a 15-minute walk of Penang House of Music.
Ryokan Muntri Boutique Hostel is set in the downtown part of George Town, a 15-minute stroll of New Lane Street Foodstalls. The George Town hostel is also less than 10 minutes' walk to Padang Kota Lama. This property is nearly a 5-minute walk to Tek Sen Restaurant and serves Malaysian dishes. Wonderfood Museum is located close by. Penang International airport can be reached in a 21-minute drive.
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Sim Citystay
From 19$
This 3-star Sim Citystay is placed 5 minutes on foot from Penang Jetty and less than a 10-minute walk away from Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
The nearest airport is Penang International, 20 km from Sim Citystay. The city centre can be reached within a 15-minute walk. This George Town hostel is merely a 5-minute walk to Merry Me and serves Malaysian dishes. Upside Down Museum is located a 15-minute walk from the hostel. Sim Citystay is merely a 10-minute walk away from Intercity hub bus station.
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Queen'S Hostel- Female Friendly
From 24$
This 2-star Queen'S Hostel- Female Friendly is situated at 0.2 km distance from Wonderfood Museum and within 1.4 km to the soaring Komtar Skyscraper. Some units at the George Town hostel include refrigerator, kitchenware and a washing machine.
The nearest airport is Penang International, 20 km from the property. The city centre can be reached within a 15-minute walk. Red Garden Food Paradise & Night Market serving delicious dishes is merely a 10-minute walk away. Queen'S Hostel- Female Friendly is set close to the Sri Mahamariamman Little India Temple.
Hostels in George Town with Car Parking
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Rabbit Breaks Penang Hostel
The 2-star Rabbit Breaks Penang Hostel is set 450 metres to Penang Jetty and around 10 minutes' walk of the unique heritage museum "Pinang Peranakan Mansion".
The nearest airport is Penang International, 20 km from Rabbit Breaks Penang Hostel. The city centre can be reached within a 15-minute walk. Offering fusion meals, Lavish Fusion Bakery is nearly a 5-minute walk away. This hostel is set 1.1 km of Watsons Shopping Mall. Intercity hub bus station can be found approximately 10 minutes' walk of Rabbit Breaks Penang Hostel.
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Great Shanghai Guesthouse
From 11$
Great Shanghai Guesthouse is placed 800 metres to Wonderfood Museum and around 5 minutes' walk to The Top Penang.
The nearest airport is Penang International, 20 km from Great Shanghai Guesthouse. The city centre can be reached within a 10-minute walk. This George Town hostel is about 5 minutes' walk from Kashmir Restaurant and serves Indian and Asian dishes. Watsons Shopping Mall is located within 15 minutes' walk to the hostel. Great Shanghai Guesthouse is around 10 minutes' walk from Intercity hub bus station.
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Minima 8 Hostel
From 57$
This 2-star Minima 8 Hostel is placed 3.4 km from the Sri Mahamariamman Little India Temple and at 2.4 km distance from Upside Down Museum.
The nearest airport is Penang International, 25 km from Minima 8 Hostel. The city centre can be reached within a 30-minute walk. Guests can try Asian dishes in Flower Mulan Nyonya Cafe situated 150 metres away. The public park "Penang Botanical Gardens" is located 2.6 km to the hostel.
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Bishop Hotel
From 37$
Bishop Hotel is located just 1 km of Chew Jetty, close to Fort Cornwallis.
The nearest airport is Penang International, 20 km from Bishop Hotel. This George Town hostel is also nearly 15 minutes' walk from The Top Penang. GohKaKi offers fusion meals and lies at 50 metres from the property. The hostel is just a few steps from Pinang Peranakan Mansion.