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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 Confortable mattress Good A/C Big common areas and kitchen Not a party hostel Hair dryer available Self check in Key acces: you have a private code WhatsApp support: staff provided tips like places to visit or where to go for a local experience. They helped with all my doubts
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
140 reviews
Price from
$18.87
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.

I like the privacy offered with the access to my room by inputting a code.Love the location..warm, sweet staff..
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
254 reviews
Price from
$20.32
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.

Perfect
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
185 reviews
Price from
$28
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.

Pretty much everything. The location, the accommodation, the cleanliness, all of it.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
119 reviews
Price from
$38.53
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.

Cleanliness, location and good behavior of the staff. The owner was really good.
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
26 reviews
Price from
$18.15
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.

The location is perfect. Pretty close to the mosque, close to the little India and Jetty food court. Close to the shore. Everything is on the pin code, so you have to know that it's a hostless hostel if that makes sense and help yourself. The check-in process is relatively easy. Lots of nice people I met, also the owner did an extra when I saw how they rearrange rooms based on guests needs. I liked staying there and could definitely recommend it to anybody traveling in Penang. Mentioning Penang, there's a Penang instant white coffee for free in the kitchen, I truly enjoyed drinking it and having conversations. The water also comes filtered from a dedicated dispenser. Cameras are installed everywhere in shared spaces.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
61 reviews
Price from
$17.51
1 night, 2 adults
Milan Backpacker Hostel, hotel in George Town

Milan Backpacker Hostel is located in George Town, 1.4 miles from Northam Beach and a 18-minute walk from Penang Times Square.

Clean, City Centre, Facilities (There are also washing machine, cooking appliances)
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
12 reviews
Price from
$29.03
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.

What a great place to stay as a solo female traveler in Penang. I’ve stayed in many hostels over the years and this one makes it to the top of the list in terms of how calm, cozy and homey it is. MK is a kind and friendly host and will make sure you have everything you need during your stay. Highly recommend!
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
84 reviews
Price from
$43.78
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.

Hotel is clean overall
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
665 reviews
Price from
$18.20
1 night, 2 adults
Tido Hostel Penang, hotel in George Town

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.

The staff were super friendly and had a very welcoming energy. My room was clean, neat, well-lit and really spacious, which was awesome. Same with restrooms. My favorite part was the lounge area—big enough where you can work, chill, catch a movie on the big screen, and hangout with other guests. Note that all these at a very competitive price. It was indeed fantastic experience. Definitely recommend it!
Scored 7.9
7.9
Rated good
Good
550 reviews
Price from
$24.90
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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  • Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 665 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

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

    Occupying a central Georgetown location, the YMCA Penang is just a 5-minute drive from the many attractions in the heritage city of Penang. It houses 2 dining options.

    Almost is good. As well possible upgrade little bit.

  • 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.

  • 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...

  • Star Lodge
    Budget options available
    Scored 3.0
    3.0
    Rated poor
    Poor
     · 6 reviews

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

  • Minima 8
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 98 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 .

  • Pink Cabana Hotel
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 15 reviews

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

    tempat yang sgt bersih cntik dan unik. hotel yg harga berpatutan tapi sangat selese. tak rugi stay n nanti akan repeat. tq layanan sgt baik👍🏼

  • Some Place Else
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 108 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

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

  • Aayu Seckchuan
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 26 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 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 185 reviews

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

    Cozy, clean, great location, very friendly owner and staff

  • Homs Female Hostel
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 84 reviews

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

    clean. comfortable. nice and friendly owner with good advice.

  • Milan Backpacker Hostel
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 12 reviews

    Milan Backpacker Hostel is located in George Town, 1.4 miles from Northam Beach and a 18-minute walk from Penang Times Square.

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

  • The Terraces by Aayu
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 140 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.

    The owners are very helpful and very nice !! Everything is new , and clean 👍🙏

  • Aayu Muntri
    Central location
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 254 reviews

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

    Strategic location, cleanliness, and helpful staffs

  • Aayu Chulia
    Central location
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 945 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.

  • SS TWO Hostel Penang
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3 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.

  • Tido Hostel Penang
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 551 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.

    Decent hostel. not the most social but grand nonetheless

  • Nice Inn
    Central location
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 311 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.

  • SS HOSTEL PENANG
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 122 reviews

    Located within a 16-minute walk of Northam Beach and half a mile of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, SS HOSTEL PENANG has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

    Good room for the price, perfect location and comfortable

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

    Red Inn Court is located in the heart of Georgetown, Penang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    Very good position, comfortable accomodation,good price

  • The 60
    Central location
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 188 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

  • 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.

  • PANCHOR 6 HOSTEL
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 79 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.

  • Cheerful Guesthouse #Adventist#BudgetStay
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 4 reviews

    Located within 1.2 miles of Northam Beach and 1.6 miles of Penang Botanic Gardens, Cheerful Guesthouse #Adventist#BudgetStay has rooms in George Town.

  • Swing & Pillows @ Malabar
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 659 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.

    It was very clean and comfy. So it was okay so far.

  • Color Mixed Home Hostel
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 197 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

FAQ about hostels in George Town

Hostels that guests love in George Town

  • Avg. price/night: $15.68
    Scored 6.2
    6.2
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 354 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: $26.43
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,467 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: $24.19
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 369 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: $55.21
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,362 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: $19.91
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 427 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: $19.01
    Scored 5.5
    5.5
    Rated fair
    Average
     · 159 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: $25.85
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,164 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: $26.43
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,467 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: $18.66
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 528 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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