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Aayu Chulia, hotel in George Town

Aayu Chulia has accommodations in George Town near Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and Penang Times Square.

very neat and clean facility, the rooms are not exacxtly large but still fine enough. i liked the vibe and the bread they provided was a very good gesture. people were attantive and helpful with various suggestions. Highly recommended if you are looking to stay around georgetown.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
1,038 reviews
Price from
$20.85
1 night, 2 adults
The Terraces by Aayu, hotel in George Town

Located within 1.4 miles of Northam Beach and a 8-minute walk of Wonderfood Museum, The Terraces by Aayu has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

Excellent location with very helpful staff to provide recommendations. I stayed at room 209 which has windows for some natural light to come on although it is facing the street. The room was clean and great value for money.
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
242 reviews
Price from
$18.34
1 night, 2 adults
Pine Armenian, hotel in George Town

Pine Armenian is located in George Town, within 1.5 miles of Northam Beach and 1.1 miles of Penang Times Square.

Great location. Very clean. Free coffee and tea provided. The ac in the rooms blows cold which is good
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
116 reviews
Price from
$17.02
1 night, 2 adults
Aayu Muntri, hotel in George Town

Located 1.1 miles from Northam Beach, Aayu Muntri has rooms with air conditioning in George Town.

Location and cleanliness
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
338 reviews
Price from
$19.75
1 night, 2 adults
Homs Female Hostel, hotel in George Town

Located in George Town, 1.3 miles from Northam Beach, Homs Female Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

I like everything at Homs from MK to his house. He did a fabulous job to run this Homs and made me feel like home. As well as the location is best, next to main Chulia street with coffee shops, restaurants, bars…
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
111 reviews
Price from
$20.15
1 night, 2 adults
Aayu Beach St, hotel in George Town

Located in George Town, 1.5 miles from Northam Beach, Aayu Beach St has air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

Whole the things is okay
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
245 reviews
Price from
$27.21
1 night, 2 adults
Sogor Female Dormitory, hotel in George Town

Located within a 9-minute walk of Northam Beach and 0.9 miles of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, Sogor Female Dormitory has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

Very clean and the owner is very friendly.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
133 reviews
Price from
$37.44
1 night, 2 adults
Aayu Seckchuan, hotel in George Town

Located within 1.4 miles of Northam Beach and a 8-minute walk of Wonderfood Museum, Aayu Seckchuan has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

Clean room Clean toilet Simple layout Close to the eating place. Bed are comfortable. Free traditional bread, coffee, Milo. I will be back.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
75 reviews
Price from
$17.63
1 night, 2 adults
Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street, hotel in George Town

Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street is located in George Town, within 1.5 miles of Northam Beach and a 17-minute walk of Penang Times Square.

Small and cozy rooms. Location wise it was good,near to all restaurants.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
703 reviews
Price from
$17.68
1 night, 2 adults
Milan Backpacker Hostel, hotel in George Town

Located within 1.4 miles of Northam Beach and a 18-minute walk of Penang Times Square, Milan Backpacker Hostel has rooms in George Town.

comfortable bed, large room and clean social area. It looks exactly like the pictures. The staff is really nice and let me use the facility after check out. The bed is really comfortable and spacious. The hotel provided electric socket and USB / Type C charger for each bed. provided free washing machine.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
31 reviews
Price from
$28.21
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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  • Aayu Chulia
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1,038 reviews

    Aayu Chulia has accommodations in George Town near Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and Penang Times Square.

    The bed is quite soft and comfortable. Room is also very clean.

  • Aayu Muntri
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 338 reviews

    Located 1.1 miles from Northam Beach, Aayu Muntri has rooms with air conditioning in George Town.

    close to attractions, comfortable, value for money

  • Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 703 reviews

    Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street is located in George Town, within 1.5 miles of Northam Beach and a 17-minute walk of Penang Times Square.

    Quiet, smooth self checking, not very far georgetown

  • The 60
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 233 reviews

    1.7 miles from Northam Beach, The 60 is located in George Town and provides air-conditioned rooms.

    Lovely staff, a lot of space in the room for storage

  • Pink Cabana Hotel
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 161 reviews

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

    Struttura pulita e camera ampia, bella tutta in rosa

  • YMCA Penang
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 229 reviews

    Located within a 19-minute walk of Northam Beach and 1.1 miles of Penang Times Square, YMCA Penang has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.

    Location is near Island hospital .& Food market. .

  • Penang Heritage Home
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1 review

    Providing free WiFi, Penang Heritage Home offers rooms in George Town, a 4-minute walk from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and 500 yards from 1st Avenue Penang.

  • Star Lodge
    Budget options available
    Scored 3.4
    3.4
    Rated poor
    Poor
     · 5 reviews

    Located in George Town, 1.1 miles from Northam Beach, Star Lodge provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in George Town

  • Aayu Seckchuan
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 75 reviews

    Located within 1.4 miles of Northam Beach and a 8-minute walk of Wonderfood Museum, Aayu Seckchuan has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

    L'emplacement, la gentillesse du staff et la propreté

  • Aayu Beach St
    Central location
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 245 reviews

    Located in George Town, 1.5 miles from Northam Beach, Aayu Beach St has air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

    We liked the self check-in, and the facilities provided.

  • The Terraces by Aayu
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 242 reviews

    Located within 1.4 miles of Northam Beach and a 8-minute walk of Wonderfood Museum, The Terraces by Aayu has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

    Location....friendly smiles and good vibes from staff and other guests.

  • Some Place Else
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 132 reviews

    Located in George Town, 1.1 miles from Northam Beach, Some Place Else provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

    a lot of common areas, where you can easily meet people

  • Milan Backpacker Hostel
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 31 reviews

    Located within 1.4 miles of Northam Beach and a 18-minute walk of Penang Times Square, Milan Backpacker Hostel has rooms in George Town.

    L’accueil, l’emplacement, la quiétude et la propreté

  • Tido Hostel Penang
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 600 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, Tido Hostel Penang offers accommodations 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.

    Location, staff, front foyer, breakfast places about the near street.

  • Minima 8
    Central location
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 97 reviews

    Offering free WiFi, Minima 8 offers accommodations in George Town, 2.3 miles from Penang Times Square and 2.5 miles from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

    The bath had good pressure and everything is just nice .

  • Cheerful Guesthouse #Adventist#BudgetStay
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 5 reviews

    Located within 1.2 miles of Northam Beach and 1.6 miles of Penang Botanic Gardens, Cheerful Guesthouse #Adventist#BudgetStay provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

  • Nice Inn
    Central location
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 289 reviews

    Located in George Town, within a 15-minute walk of Northam Beach and half a mile of Penang Times Square, Nice Inn provides accommodations with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...

    Consistently prompt reply from owner on our enquiry.

  • Red Inn Court
    Central location
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 987 reviews

    Located in George Town, 1.3 miles from Northam Beach, Red Inn Court has rooms with air conditioning.

    Free light breakfast,cozy bed & value for money

  • 246housecafe
    Central location
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 49 reviews

    246housecafe provides rooms in George Town near Northam Beach and Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

    The absolute best wifi I ever had in hotels. Truly surprised.

  • SS TWO Hostel Penang
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 17 reviews

    Located within a 17-minute walk of Northam Beach and half a mile of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, SS TWO Hostel Penang has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

    Proximité centre-ville. Et des transports en commun.

  • Swing & Pillows @ Malabar
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 697 reviews

    Located in George Town and within a 16-minute walk of Northam Beach, Swing & Pillows @ Malabar has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    Helpful and nice staff is so friendly. Amazing location not far from evrything

  • Color Mixed Home Hostel
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 204 reviews

    Located in George Town and within a 19-minute walk of Northam Beach, Color Mixed Home Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    Clean and tidy, affordable, free washing/cooking facilities

  • Phuah Hin Leong by Simply Penang
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2 reviews

    Located in George Town, within a 8-minute walk of Northam Beach and 0.9 miles of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, Phuah Hin Leong by Simply Penang provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi...

  • PANCHOR 6 HOSTEL
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 103 reviews

    Located in George Town, 2.2 miles from 1st Avenue Penang, PANCHOR 6 HOSTEL provides accommodations with free WiFi and free private parking.

    The room is big enough for two adults. And there is hot water for the shower.

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Hostels that guests love in George Town

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  • Scored 6.1
    6.1
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 365 reviews
    It was a good cheap place to stay for 1 night in a great location in little India. It was basic but it did what it needed. Would recommend for a short stay on a budget.
    Will
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $25.39
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,446 reviews
    We stayed in the twin room - literally just bunk beds, with blankets (very itchy) and a night stand. Bathroom was stairs, along with cold and hot water available 24/7. There was security overnight which was a nice feeling. We kept our shoes in our room as I read reviews about people’s being stolen but we didn’t feel unsafe here. Great location, not far from Little India with the best food!
    Emilie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $23.51
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 374 reviews
    This backpacker's hostel has a distinctive style, and what's particularly impressive is that they have preserved a real tree on the wall, adding a natural and mysterious touch to the entire space. A great location.
    Tay
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $53.65
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,409 reviews
    I love all about this hotel! the staff is so helpful and the room itself is better than I thought it would be. My room is a bunk bed room yet it is so comfy. I would love to come back to this hotel again whenever I'm in Penang. And the price is actually affordable and I can say it is cheap because everything is only a walking distance. The interior of this hotel is beautiful and the safety is superb too! Thankyou Kooning!!
    N
    Nur Ellysha
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $17.91
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 430 reviews
    Warm welcome by host. Perfect stay for backpackers and Frame Guesthouse is located at strategic place which is near to Armenian Street, Little India and famous Falafel vegan by walking distance. Bunk bed with separate locker to keep our belongings safely. Suitable for those who are travelling for work as there are space for them to work. Free refill of drinking water and most importantly, this Frame Guesthouse provides a comfortable home feel.
    A
    Asvini
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $17.98
    Scored 5.4
    5.4
    Rated fair
    Average
     · 158 reviews
    The hostel was in a great location. Good size room and beds. Security lockers for each bed and a key for the front door so it felt very safe. The lobby in the hostel is nice and there is free cold drinking water available. Not bad for a short cheap stay!
    Kate
    Young couple
  • Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 313 reviews
    The hostel is clean, tidy and had such a great communal vibe. It's cheap and comfortable, the rooms have AC, and Ali and Mun are the kindest hosts ever - they couldn't do enough to help! Ali even showed two of us to the local bars. One of the best hostels I've ever stayed in. I extended my stay twice!
    Charlie
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $41.87
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,167 reviews
    i loved everything, the owner was the sweetest person he even got me a couple of vegetarian puffs to try and they were amazing! is a great location with the city centre (Chulia street love lane etc.) on walking distance! the hostel is extremely cheap and they have a lovely common area (lounge with little kitchen)
    Giovanni
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $25.39
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,446 reviews
    Simple but spacious private room with huge bathroom and separate toilet. Hostel with shared amenities and common areas but yet it was quiet and felt safe. Friendly environment, perfect for a budget stay.
    Catja
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $20.56
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 541 reviews
    great location lovely pet cats howie was very helpful (lots of recommendations and bought us fruits to try and other snacks) very cheap effective aircon great place to meet other travelers free coffee and snacks free water and ice bathrooms kept very clean overall would recommend for travellers on a budget!
    Kyle
    Young couple

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