Wassup Youth Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with bar/lounge, walk to KOMTAR

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Outdoor pool
Exterior detail
Quadruple Room | In-room safe, soundproofing, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Lobby
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • BarBarBar
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
The price is SAR 128
Price available on 01/06/2024

Explore the area

Map
No.495E Jalan Penang, George Town, Penang, 10000
  • Popular LocationKOMTAR4 min walk
  • Popular LocationPenang Times Square7 min walk
  • Popular LocationGurney Plaza4 min drive
  • AirportPenang (PEN-Penang Intl.)25 min drive

Room options

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Ensuite 4-Bed Dormitory Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Laptop-compatible safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

George Town

Located in George Town, Wassup Youth Hostel is in the city center. Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Penang Hill and Ferringgi Beach. Kidland Penang and Penang Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting.

What's nearby

  • KOMTAR - 4 min walk
  • Penang Times Square - 7 min walk
  • Gurney Drive - 2 min drive
  • Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal - 2 min drive
  • Gurney Plaza - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 27 min drive
  • Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Penang Road Famous Teochew Chendul - 3 min walk
  • Baze.Coffee.Brasserie - 3 min walk
  • Hai Onn Hainanese Restaurant - 3 min walk
  • Sin Seow Fong Lye Cafe - 2 min walk
  • Richard Rivalee Nyonya Cuisine - 2 min walk

About this property

Wassup Youth Hostel

Hostel located in Downtown George Town
Near KOMTAR, Wassup Youth Hostel provides a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and an arcade/game room. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • A billiards/pool table, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe and a vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at Wassup Youth Hostel feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • 1 bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Library
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Safe
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 50 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: MYR 50.00
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 50 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

Wassup Youth Hostel Penang
Wassup Youth Hostel
Wassup Youth Penang
Wassup Youth
Wassup Youth Hostel Penang/George Town
Wassup Youth Hostel George Town
Wassup Youth George Town
Wassup Youth Hostel George Town
Wassup Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Wassup Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation George Town

Frequently asked questions

Is Wassup Youth Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wassup Youth Hostel?

As of 24 Jum. I, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wassup Youth Hostel on 9 Jum. II, 2024 start from $42.52, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Wassup Youth Hostel?

Wassup Youth Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Wassup Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Wassup Youth Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Wassup Youth Hostel located?

Located in Downtown George Town, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of The Top at Komatar and KOMTAR. Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Wassup Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 145 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 145 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 145 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 145 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 145 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just an overnight stay here but my room was better than a lot of hotels I’ve paid double to stay in! Definitely stay here again if I’m in Georgetown.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Setiawan

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Please
Please always keep office boy or teller or anyone there every shift. if any customer want to check in or get inside.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Xiao Fang

Liked: Staff & service
Conveniently located and nice if you need a place to rest.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the concept of this hostel
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Nur

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worst ever..... 😡 -5days stayed without any channel...tv can’t function at all -aku ade anak 1tahun, bole pulak constructions drill dinding -bilik ta dpt mcm dlm post... damn it -parking sendiri ye... rm4-rm3 per day. Ta bole claim... Tapi -location sgt2 terbaik.. so puas hati kat location je !
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Izni

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I like the service they gave but disappointed with the parking spaces available. Besides, the cleanliness is quite poor at the pool side..
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place for low budget
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Decent but room a little ragged
Good location. Nice pool but little small. Room was clean. But condition of walls were deteriorated. Needs some refurbishment.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019