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Aayu Beach St - George Town Penang

George Town

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

a
aisyah
From
Malaysia
“Great place to stay! Clean, great location and great customer service. Very easy to check in 👍🏻Highly recommended!!! Had a great experience overall!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 428 reviews
Price from
US$28.95
1 night, 2 adults

Sogor Female Dormitory

George Town

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

V
Vriti
From
Netherlands
Absolutely fantastic. The positive energy from being in a women only space was great. Plus I mean the dormitory is just amazing, comfortable, clean, convenient. What a gem!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews
Price from
US$33.35
1 night, 2 adults

Amore Stay

George Town

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 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$16.50
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Pantai - George Town, Penang

George Town

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

J
Jonathan
From
United Kingdom
We loved how it was designed. Large common area
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
Price from
US$30.02
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Chulia - Chulia St, George Town

George Town

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.

T
Tiong Seng
From
Singapore
Shane and Xin Pei were the perfect hosts! The place is well equipped, wonderfully located, and very very clean! They were very accommodating and even allowed us to shower + leave our things while we explored before we checked in. They have great advice and recommendations and I cannot have asked for a better stay in Georgetown! The night markets are literally just outside and you’re a stone’s throw away from all the great cafes and bars. They even thoughtfully included earplugs just in case it got noisy (it didn’t). I highly recommend staying here the next time you’re in town :) I know i will be back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,388 reviews
Price from
US$29.42
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Seckchuan - 3 mins walk to Love Lane

George Town

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.

R
Rocci
From
Philippines
Friendly and accommodating staff. Really comfortable place and in a great location. We appreciate the complimentary coffee, water, and bread.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 260 reviews
Price from
US$19.51
1 night, 2 adults

The Terraces by Aayu - 2 mins walk to Chulia Street

George Town

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.

A
Anirban
From
Singapore
Location....friendly smiles and good vibes from staff and other guests.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 514 reviews
Price from
US$13.94
1 night, 2 adults

Pine Armenian

George Town

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

N
Nicole
From
Italy
Very minimal but had everything you need. Lots of young travellers to hang out with. The toilets and room were clean, the beds comfortable. They give you towels and earplugs. The kitchen has filtered water and free coffees and tea
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 340 reviews
Price from
US$17.15
1 night, 2 adults

Aayu Muntri - 4 mins to Chulia St George Town

George Town

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

A
Anel
From
Mexico
I really love it. It is close to everything and the toilet was very clean
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 752 reviews
Price from
US$13.94
1 night, 2 adults

Nice Inn

George Town

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, 304 reviews
Price from
US$21.87
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 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 93 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 428 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,388 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 752 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 495 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 807 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 340 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 522 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 522 reviews

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

From US$99.59 per night

KITA Hostel

George Town
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

Located within 1.1 km of Northam Beach and 800 metres of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, KITA Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

From US$25.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

Located within 1.5 km of Northam Beach and 700 metres of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, SS TWO Hostel Penang offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

From US$25.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 831 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$43.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews

Situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Northam Beach, SS HOSTEL PENANG features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

From US$25.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 79 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$47.65 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 729 reviews

Featuring free WiFi, Tido Hostel Penang offers accommodation 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.

From US$85.77 per night

Star Lodge

George Town
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 4 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$48.56 per night

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 785 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$36.24 per night

YMCA Penang

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 155 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$63.11 per night

Minima 8

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 92 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$88.62 per night

Penang Heritage Home

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Set in George Town, within 300 metres of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and 500 metres of 1st Avenue Penang, Penang Heritage Home provides accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property.

14 Ceylon Lane

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
Passable - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Set within 1.4 km of Penang Times Square and 6.4 km of Penang Botanic Gardens, 14 Ceylon Lane provides rooms in George Town.

Some Place Else

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 209 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.

Homs Female Hostel

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 211 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.

246housecafe

George Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
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.

From US$18.01 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Set 100 metres from Miami Beach, Penang Miami Beach offers rooms with air conditioning in Batu Ferringhi.

From US$40.50 per night

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