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The Terraces by Aayu - 2 mins walk to Chulia Street

George Town (Near Georgetown)

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.

N
Nati Dejene
From
Ethiopia
The location was great! It was so easy to get out and explore. My room and the whole place was very clean, wifi was very fast, had plug adaptors so I could plug in multiple things at once. Common areas are plenty and comfortable. The staff were very friendly! They recommended a great itinerary for the duration of our stay, and also recommended nice places to eat. It seems hard to find a place with a window in Georgetown - while the windows in my room couldn't open, they let in plenty of natural light
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 513 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
US$25.70
1 night, 2 adults
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Aayu Beach St - George Town Penang

George Town (Near Georgetown)

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

M
Martina
From
Slovakia
Great location Very clean and comfortable The host was amazing, provide Google maps lists with all the great food places and attractions Complimentary bread, toothbrush and earplugs were really appreciated
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 402 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
US$25.70
1 night, 2 adults
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Sogor Female Dormitory

George Town (Near Georgetown)

Set in George Town, less than 1 km from Northam Beach, Sogor Female Dormitory offers air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

J
Jeanette
From
Canada
The floors were clean, and the design of the bathroom area is nice. I got into a mild motorcycle accident during my stay, and the hostel manager was very helpful in helping me tape up the wounds. The hostel manager also provided good food recommendations in the area. I also liked how the manager was receptive to suggestions for the hostel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$33.31
1 night, 2 adults
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Amore Stay

George Town (Near Georgetown)

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.

T
TAMANNOI
From
Tajikistan
Everything was new and clean ,this hostel obviously had made about one month
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
US$16.48
1 night, 2 adults
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Aayu Pantai - George Town, Penang

George Town (Near Georgetown)

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

M
Martyna
From
Poland
The apartment is located in a great location. The facilities are simple. It was super clean and so far best accommodation I had in Malaysia on a low budget. The owners were also super nice. When we had an issue they quickly responded, helped and accommodated us. The owner also stepped by to check up on us and gave us a great list of recommendations for Penang.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
US$25.70
1 night, 2 adults
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Aayu Chulia - Chulia St, George Town

George Town (Near Georgetown)

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.

S
Sammy
From
Canada
Superbly clean and friendly staffs at the perfect location!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,344 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
US$27.13
1 night, 2 adults
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Aayu Seckchuan - 3 mins walk to Love Lane

George Town (Near Georgetown)

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.

D
Dream
From
United Kingdom
I really enjoyed my stay here, the place has a great vibe and friendly people. It’s conveniently located near all the main spots for food and drinks. The air conditioning worked well, the bed was comfortable, and overall it was great value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
US$25.70
1 night, 2 adults
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Pine Armenian

George Town (Near Georgetown)

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

R
RIC PHANTOM
From
Malaysia
I recently stay at a hostel that truly deserves a 10/10 rating across a board.The dorms and the facilities are super clean and the common area has a good social atmosphere plus complimentary tea,coffee & drinking water dispenser . Top location if your want local vibes but close to the center amd Ferry Terminal. Highly recommended hostel!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews
Location 9.6
Price from
US$14.28
1 night, 2 adults
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Aayu Muntri - 4 mins to Chulia St George Town

George Town (Near Georgetown)

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

W
Wahyu Restuti
From
Indonesia
The location is perfect. Near kapitan keling mosque, town hall and armenian street. You can find those places by walking. I love the hospitality, we got a WA message about door and room access before check-in and helpful staff. The space is enough for 2 people. You can refill your bottle from water dispenser and place your food or drink into refrigerator in pantry area. You will get free bread as well in living area.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 713 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
US$27.84
1 night, 2 adults
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Nice Inn

George Town (Near Georgetown)

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, 308 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
US$24.27
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 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 83 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$71.39 per night

  • Homs Female Hostel

    George Town
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 203 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.

  • Some Place Else

    George Town
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 204 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.

  • 246housecafe

    George Town
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
    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.

Save money on hostels in Georgetown and nearby – budget options available

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 795 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$36.09 per night

  • The 60

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews

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

    From US$24.35 per night

  • Pink Cabana Hotel

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 497 reviews

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

    From US$99.47 per night

  • YMCA Penang

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews

    Situated within 1.6 km of Northam Beach and 1.7 km of Penang Times Square, YMCA Penang features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.

    From US$63.03 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 827 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$43.03 per night

  • Star Lodge

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.8
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 6 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$46.93 per night

  • Minima 8

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 93 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$38.07 per night