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Aayu Beach St - George Town Penang

George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach, Aayu Beach St - George Town Penang features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

S
Sammy
From
Australia
a building filled with character of the past , super clean, spacious minimal room and very friendly host who gave us so many tips on Georgetown. Very conveniently located with close proximity to Weld Quay and other attractions. Easy check-in check out process as well !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 436 reviews
Price from
US$15.58
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

G
Gigi
From
France
Very good hostel. It's very clean also. The manager is adorable and gives you good advice on what to visit. The bed is very comfy and you get your privacy easily with the curtain. I loved it. A washing machine is also available .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
Price from
US$30.29
1 night, 2 adults
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Amore Stay

George Town

Set within 2 km of Northam Beach and 700 metres of Wonderfood Museum, Amore Stay offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

G
Giorgia Elliott
From
Australia
Absolutely everything! The place was new, clean, lovely finishings and great lighting. The air conditioning worked well. They offered free coffee and snacks every day for guests. They allowed early check in when our room was ready and all the staff were so lovely. We actually moved from a previous accomodation that was terrible and we were so happy when we arrived to Amore Stay. Fantastic location, wonderful owners. Would definitely stay again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
US$14.99
1 night, 2 adults
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Aayu Pantai - George Town, Penang

George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach, Aayu Pantai - George Town, Penang features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

k
keith
From
Malaysia
The room and facilities were clean. For us, earplugs were not necessary but appreciated that they were provided.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews
Price from
US$19.08
1 night, 2 adults
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Aayu Chulia - Chulia St, George Town

George Town

Located within 1.8 km of Penang Times Square and 7.7 km of Straits Quay, Aayu Chulia - Chulia St, George Town features rooms in George Town.

K
Kong Nifras
From
Laos
The staff was friendly and we were able to check in a little early than the check in time. the location was perfect as it is walking distance from many famous streets.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,396 reviews
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US$30.83
1 night, 2 adults
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Aayu Seckchuan - 3 mins walk to Love Lane

George Town

Set within 2.2 km of Northam Beach and 700 metres of Wonderfood Museum, Aayu Seckchuan - 3 mins walk to Love Lane offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

H
Hanna
From
France
Good location, nice staff, free coffee/bread
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews
Price from
US$17.72
1 night, 2 adults
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The Terraces by Aayu - 2 mins walk to Chulia Street

George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach, The Terraces by Aayu - 2 mins walk to Chulia Street features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

E
Elena
From
Germany
I only stayed one night before my flight out of Malaysia and I regret that I didn’t stay longer. The house and the vibe is really cool. Kind of modern industrial style. The house seems huge and there are enough chill out places and clean bathrooms. The rooms are very simple and small but for me totally enough. The hosts were very nice and I received several recommendations of activities via what’s app. You get free water, coffee and tea and also traditional bread. There is a small kitchen to use. I really liked the accommodation and the location of it. Would definitely come again!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 519 reviews
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US$17.72
1 night, 2 adults
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Pine Armenian

George Town

Pine Armenian is set in George Town, within 2.4 km of Northam Beach and 1.8 km of Penang Times Square.

T
Teamir
From
Ethiopia
The place was great — I made a booking, got all my details through WhatsApp, and communication with the staff was smooth. Check-in is done online. I really liked the common area where you can chat with other travelers, make coffee, grab some water, and just hang out. The rooms were nice and the beds were clean, pretty much what you’d expect from a hostel. The setup has four beds in two bunk frames. The shower pressure could be stronger, but overall the place was clean and the service was excellent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 349 reviews
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US$15.58
1 night, 2 adults
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Aayu Muntri - 4 mins to Chulia St George Town

George Town

Situated 1.7 km from Northam Beach, Aayu Muntri - 4 mins to Chulia St George Town features rooms with air conditioning in George Town.

Z
Zhanara
From
Kyrgyzstan
Everything was perfect! The managers are very helpful, everything was very well organised. One moment, the mattress was not good, so later managers explained that provider was bad. However they offered another room at more comfortable place Aayu Melanyu, so I was so happy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 763 reviews
Price from
US$21.81
1 night, 2 adults
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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...

X
XIAODONG
From
United States
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.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 302 reviews
Price from
US$22.07
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 436 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 733 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in George Town

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 519 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in George Town

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,396 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 502 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 763 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 801 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 525 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 349 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 525 reviews

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

From US$105.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Set in George Town, within 300 metres of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and 500 metres of 1st Avenue Penang, Penang Heritage Home provides accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$43.93 per night

KITA Hostel

George Town
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

Located within 1.1 km of Northam Beach and 800 metres of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, KITA Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

From US$25.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

Located within 1.5 km of Northam Beach and 700 metres of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, SS TWO Hostel Penang offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

From US$25.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 832 reviews

Situated in George Town and within 1.5 km of Northam Beach, Swing & Pillows - Penang Road, Georgetown Penang has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

From US$43.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews

Situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Northam Beach, SS HOSTEL PENANG features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

From US$25.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 733 reviews

Featuring free WiFi, Tido Hostel Penang offers accommodation 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 US$86.54 per night

Star Lodge

George Town
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Set within 1.7 km of Northam Beach and 800 metres of Wonderfood Museum, Star Lodge offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.

From US$47.41 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

Set within 1.4 km of Penang Times Square and 7.3 km of Straits Quay, Great Shanghai Guesthouse provides rooms in George Town.

From US$48.08 per night

14 Ceylon Lane

George Town
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
Passable - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Set within 1.4 km of Penang Times Square and 6.4 km of Penang Botanic Gardens, 14 Ceylon Lane provides rooms in George Town.

Some Place Else

George Town
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 210 reviews

Located within 1.7 km of Northam Beach and 800 metres of Wonderfood Museum, Some Place Else provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

Homs Female Hostel

George Town
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews

Located within 2.1 km of Northam Beach and 600 metres of Wonderfood Museum, Homs Female Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Featuring a garden, terrace and views of city, Bitterswiit Ladies Hostel is set in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach.

From US$23.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Located within 2 km of Northam Beach and 2.6 km of Penang Botanic Gardens, Cheerful Guesthouse #Adventist#BudgetStay provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

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, 773 reviews

Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street is situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Penang Times Square and 8.2 km from Straits Quay.

From US$36.57 per night

Minima 8

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews

Offering free WiFi throughout the property, Minima 8 is situated in George Town, 3.7 km from Penang Times Square and 4.1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

From US$38.46 per night

Penang Miami Beach

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

Set 100 metres from Miami Beach, Penang Miami Beach offers rooms with air conditioning in Batu Ferringhi.

From US$40.87 per night

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