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Homestays in George Town

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The best homestays in George Town

Check out our pick of great homestays in George Town

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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

Most booked homestays in George Town and surroundings in the past month

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Enjoy breakfast in George Town and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
    Bad - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located in George Town and only 2.4 km from Northam Beach, Luxury Stay with Breakfast & en-suite Bathroom provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    From US$41.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, The Beach Inn is set in Tanjung Bungah, 1.7 km from Straits Quay and 5.9 km from Penang Botanic Gardens.

    From US$91.45 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

    Situated within less than 1 km of Penang Hill and 7.8 km of Penang Times Square in George Town, Hickory Penang Hill features accommodation with seating area.

    From US$161.52 per night
  • 22A HOSTEL

    George Town
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews

    Located less than 1 km from Northam Beach, a 11-minute walk from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and 1.4 km from 1st Avenue Penang, 22A HOSTEL provides accommodation situated in George Town.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Amoy Lane Hostel Penang features air-conditioned guest accommodation in George Town, less than 1 km from Northam Beach, a 11-minute walk from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and 1.3 km from 1st Avenue...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

    Situated in George Town within less than 1 km of Northam Beach and a 11-minute walk of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, WW Hostel 22A Private Shower features rooms with free WiFi.

  • Pine Muntri

    George Town
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews

    Pine Muntri has air-conditioned guest accommodation in George Town, 1.7 km from Northam Beach, 800 metres from Wonderfood Museum and 1.1 km from 1st Avenue Penang.

    From US$16.67 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

    Situated within 2.2 km of Northam Beach and 700 metres of Wonderfood Museum, Chulia Heritage Studio features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.

    From US$99.43 per night

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

  • Mac Inn 94

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews

    Located in George Town within 1.4 km of Northam Beach and 300 metres of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, Mac Inn 94 provides rooms with free WiFi.

    From US$17.32 per night
  • Kangsar Inn 73

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews

    Located within 1.7 km of Northam Beach and 600 metres of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, Kangsar Inn 73 provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.

    From US$36.94 per night
  • ke-lan-tan House

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews

    Featuring 2-star accommodation, ke-lan-tan House is set in George Town, 1.3 km from Northam Beach and 800 metres from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

    From US$50.34 per night
  • Kimberley Boutique Hotel

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews

    Offering quiet street views, Kimberley Boutique Hotel is an accommodation situated in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach and 600 metres from 1st Avenue Penang.

    From US$76.96 per night
  • Kooning

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,258 reviews

    Set within 1.8 km of Northam Beach and 800 metres of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, Kooning offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.

    From US$56.91 per night
  • Cintra House

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 980 reviews

    The Cintra Heritage House offers accommodation in Georgetown. It features traditional décor and provides an in-house café, free Wi-Fi and a tour desk which helps guests organise excursions to popular...

    From US$48.25 per night
  • G99 Hotel

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.4
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    Located within 2 km of Northam Beach and 200 metres of Penang Times Square, G99 Hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.

    From US$37.40 per night
  • 26 Rangoon Residence 26

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    26 Rangoon Residence 26 is located in George Town, 1 km from Northam Beach, 1 km from Penang Times Square, as well as less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

    From US$32.84 per night

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

    Sungai ujong home stay is situated in George Town, 1.8 km from Northam Beach, 400 metres from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, as well as 500 metres from 1st Avenue Penang.

    From US$28.22 per night
  • K Inn 55

    George Town
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews

    Situated 1.1 km from Northam Beach, K Inn 55 in George Town features rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi.

    From US$16.85 per night
  • Less than 1 km from Northam Beach, HuttonSTAY at Georgetown is situated in George Town and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    From US$23.09 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 636 reviews

    Housed in a historic building, We Love GuestHouse provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi in George Town, 1.5 km from Northam Beach.

    From US$20.31 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,241 reviews

    Rope Walk Guest House is a 3-minute walk from famous local Penang delights and a 5-minute walk from the inner city of George Town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    From US$38.48 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews

    Madras Inn 58-1 is situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Northam Beach, 700 metres from Penang Times Square, as well as 700 metres from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

    From US$22.86 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

    Madras Inn 58-1 Private Bathroom is situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Northam Beach, 700 metres from Penang Times Square, as well as 700 metres from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

    From US$34.63 per night
  • 24 Kimberley

    George Town
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 452 reviews

    Located in George Town within 2 km of Northam Beach and 700 metres of 1st Avenue Penang, 24 Kimberley provides rooms with free WiFi.

    From US$26.13 per night

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Homestays that guests love in George Town

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  • Avg. price/night: US$322.59
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews
    Joey is such a lovely hostess. We felt very comfortable and welcome. She was very helpful and warm. The room (family room) has everything you need. It’s clean and comply. You can even do your laundry in the kitchen. I can highly recommend this accommodation to anyone. :)
    Guest review by
    Marta
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$30.83
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 290 reviews
    Near to beach and you feel like you staying with locals … early morning from window you seen sunrise this is best thing i never feel before
    Guest review by
    Tejas
    Solo traveller