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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.

C
Chowhdury Mohammed Mezbah
From
Bangladesh
Lovely place, great location, neat and clean, super friendly staff, good room space, comfy bed and the special locally baked fresh bread was exceptional.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 438 reviews
Price from
US$15.90
1 night, 2 adults

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.

M
Maria
From
Poland
The owner was very nice and the dorm cleaned daily. I had a great time and would definitely book again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
Price from
US$30.31
1 night, 2 adults

Bitterswiit Ladies Hostel

George Town

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

A
Anthea
From
Germany
The common area is so beautiful and inviting. The owner is very friendly and tries everything to make you feel comfortable. Because my bus was delayed, I arrived after check-in time, but it wasn't a problem. The accommodation is located in a quiet street, but still close to everything like restaurants etc. They provide water and tea, and the kitchen is well equipped in case you want to cook... I shared a room with one other girl, and we had plenty of space for our stuff. The AC is running well!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$19.49
1 night, 2 adults

Amore Stay

George Town

Amore Stay is situated in George Town, 10 km from Penang Hill and 12 km from Queensbay Mall.

T
TAMANNOI
From
Tajikistan
Everything was new and clean ,this hostel obviously had made about one month
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$11.59
1 night, 2 adults

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.

J
Jonathan
From
United Kingdom
We loved how it was designed. Large common area
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews
Price from
US$13.91
1 night, 2 adults

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.

M
Marta
From
Spain
Everything was great, they even have coffee and cookies for all guests available at all times. They were really nice and gave us recommendations about some nice places and restaurants around the city. They also allowed us to do and early check-in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,407 reviews
Price from
US$15.74
1 night, 2 adults

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.

S
Stefano Gonzalez
From
Spain
Perfect location, located just off chulia st. Super nice staffs and hosts. Property is clean, well equipped with all the necessities- a very good hostel!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews
Price from
US$12.92
1 night, 2 adults

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, 524 reviews
Price from
US$12.92
1 night, 2 adults

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.

J
JongBeen
From
South Korea
Its perfect to stay! Staffs are so friendly and kind. And room was so clean and nice. Absolutely nice choice 😄😄
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
Price from
US$15.59
1 night, 2 adults

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, 770 reviews
Price from
US$15.90
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, 438 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 737 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in George Town

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 524 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in George Town

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,407 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 770 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in George Town

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 530 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews

No credit card needed to book these hostels in George Town and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 72 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.

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 9.2
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, 215 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.

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

Pink Cabana Hotel

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 530 reviews

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

From US$126.36 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$47.72 per night

Tido Hostel Penang

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 737 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$90.94 per night

Star Lodge

George Town
Budget options available
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$47.77 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 767 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$39.72 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$38.49 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$44.27 per night

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

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$53.32 per night

KITA Hostel

George Town
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 31 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$25.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 106 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$25.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews

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

From US$17.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 219 reviews

Situated in George Town and within 1.7 km of Northam Beach, Color Mixed Home Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

From US$23.72 per night

Red Inn Court

George Town
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 802 reviews

Set in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach, Red Inn Court features rooms with air conditioning.

From US$21.41 per night

The 60

George Town
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 509 reviews

Located in George Town, 2.8 km from Northam Beach, The 60 provides rooms with air conditioning.

From US$24.62 per night

246housecafe

George Town
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
Passable - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

246housecafe is located in George Town, 2.6 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and 2.8 km from 1st Avenue Penang.

From US$18.19 per night

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