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Melayu Villa by Aayu - 8 mins walk to Armenian St

George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach and 600 metres from 1st Avenue Penang, Melayu Villa by Aayu - 8 mins walk to Armenian St features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a...

C
Charlot
From
Netherlands
Great location. Super friendly and kind host, who had send us useful information and was very fast in responding to any of our queries. The room was very spacious and clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 237 reviews
Price from
US$48.94
1 night, 2 adults

Heritage Villa by Aayu - 10 mins walk to Armenian St

George Town

Located 2.5 km from Northam Beach, Heritage Villa by Aayu - 10 mins walk to Armenian St in George Town provides rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi.

V
Vojtech Hromek
From
Czech Republic
Very good management, always very helpful, gave great tips what to see and where to go. Cozy room at a great location. Tasty complimentary bread from nearby bakery.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 337 reviews
Price from
US$44.68
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Melayu - George Town Penang

George Town

Located within 2.4 km of Northam Beach and 600 metres of 1st Avenue Penang, Aayu Melayu - George Town Penang provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

H
Hamed
From
Yemen
Everything was fantastic! The communal kitchen was spotless, and the entire house was impeccably clean. Plus, staying in a historic building added a unique charm and character to the experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 343 reviews
Price from
US$49.41
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Stewart - Stewart Ln, George Town

George Town

Located in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach, Aayu Stewart - Stewart Ln, George Town provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

A
Alvaro
From
Spain
Everything. Perfect location and really clean. They have free washing machine and iron. The landlord was amazing, he was really helpful with all the things that we asked him and really resolutive.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 660 reviews
Price from
US$29.40
1 night, 2 adults

Carnarvon 73

George Town

Situated in George Town within 2.4 km of Northam Beach and 800 metres of 1st Avenue Penang, Carnarvon 73 features rooms with free WiFi.

A
Andrea Michal
From
United States
Centrally located. Clean. Modern.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$18.91
1 night, 2 adults

Ah Tong Residence - 3 mins to Kimberley Night Market

George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.1 km from Northam Beach and 600 metres from 1st Avenue Penang, Ah Tong Residence - 3 mins to Kimberley Night Market offers free WiFi, a shared lounge and air conditioning.

J
Julia
From
Australia
I had a wonderful stay in this hotel ! The room was clean, cozy, and well maintained. The bed was comfortable. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout my stay. Location was perfect close to shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$38.06
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Church St - 7 mins to Esplanade, George Town

George Town

Located in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach, Aayu Church St - 7 mins to Esplanade, George Town provides rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi.

P
Paul Jakeman
From
United Kingdom
Everything! Clean, spacious and comfortable room with kitchenette equipped with all amenities that you need. Walking distance to many famous attractions and temples eg. Peranakan museum, God of Mercy temple and Little India. Easy check in and check out process. All ground and remote staffs are super responsive and helpful. Overall, it was a pleasant experience staying here with Aayu.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 84 reviews
Price from
US$53.19
1 night, 2 adults

The Georgetown Green Gates

George Town

2 km from Northam Beach, The Georgetown Green Gates is set in George Town and offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

S
Sam
From
Malaysia
Great location in the the old town. Walking distance to Little India and Chulia Street. Beautiful old building, with modern well equipped rooms. Arif was also a legend, very friendly, welcoming and helpful! Would recommend 100%
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews
Price from
US$82.74
1 night, 2 adults

Kooning

George Town

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.

C
Camille Paule Christiane
From
Singapore
The room wasn't big but very well furnished, we had everything we needed and the room was very clean. The decoration was nicely done. We arrived in the middle of the night due to flight delay but had a smooth self check in process. Stuff was nice. We couldn't ask for a better location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,229 reviews
Price from
US$9.79
1 night, 2 adults

Dou Houz Georgetown

George Town

2.1 km from Northam Beach, Dou Houz Georgetown is situated in George Town and features free WiFi, express check-in and check-out and a tour desk.

S
Sinead
From
Ireland
Its the best place we stayed in Penang and we tried 5* down to 2*.. this place felt homely, friendly and the cleanest place we stayed, the owners and staff are so helpful and hospitable, the location is brilliant you're so close for walking around Georgetown.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,016 reviews
Price from
US$12.91
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
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Save money on homestays in George Town and nearby – budget options available

Kangsar Inn 73

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 319 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$28.09 per night

ke-lan-tan House

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 426 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$50.11 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$76.60 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$57.73 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$37.23 per night

Rangoon Residence 26

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

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$51.06 per night

Carnarvon House

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 960 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Carnarvon House is located in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach and 700 metres from 1st Avenue Penang.

From US$58.72 per night

HOME House

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Offering a garden and quiet street view, HOME House is situated in George Town, 800 metres from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and less than 1 km from Penang Times Square.

From US$80.43 per night

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

Mac Inn 94

George Town
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 405 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$18.38 per night
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$28.09 per night

K Inn 55

George Town
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews

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

From US$15.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

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$22.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 604 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$19.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,177 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$38.30 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$22.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 106 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$34.47 per night

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$41.36 per night

22A HOSTEL

George Town
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 188 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 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Situated in George Town, 2.1 km from Northam Beach and 600 metres from 1st Avenue Penang, Ah Tong Residence - 3 mins to Kimberley Night Market offers free WiFi, a shared lounge and air conditioning.

From US$41.36 per night
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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

Central Georgetown Cozy Hideaway, Penang is located in George Town, 1.4 km from Northam Beach, 600 metres from Penang Times Square, as well as less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Set within 2.3 km of Northam Beach and 200 metres of 1st Avenue Penang, Rumahku Express, Georgetown, Penang offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

Boasting garden views, RumahKu Georgetown offers accommodation with a garden, barbecue facilities and a shared lounge, around 2.3 km from Northam Beach.

From US$327.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Heritage Hideaway Retreat is set in George Town, less than 1 km from Wonderfood Museum, a 5-minute walk from 1st Avenue Penang, and less than 1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

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Avg. price/night: US$327.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 43 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$29.29
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 284 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