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Our top choices for Penang hostels

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1. The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.8 out of 10, 47, (47 reviews)
"Excellent location, walkable to many places, very neat and clean rooms, helpful staff. Mr. Yaseen is super nice. Neighboring to a laundromat and a 24/7 Transmart. I have no objections. However they have wooden floors, if you are a light sleeper then that might be an issue for you"
United States
Muhammad Zarwan
The price is SAR 62
SAR 79 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
Exterior

2. Burmahtel - Hotel

Burmahtel - Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.0 out of 10, 39, (39 reviews)
"Parking a bit tight, its underground. Lifts are confusing at first with no proper labeling. Huge and clean room, basic amenities. Small window. "
Malaysia
Azhan
The price is SAR 106
SAR 136 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
Burmahtel - Hotel
Exterior

3. KITA Hostel

KITA Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.0 out of 10, 2, (2 reviews)
"The hostel is clean and the rooms are spacious. The staff are fantastic, always very helpful and kind. The location is excellent, just a 10-minute walk from Komtar station. Right in front of the hostel there is a restaurant where you can eat one of the best nasi kandar dishes. The price of the hostel is very affordable. I highly recommend it, and if I ever come back to George Town, I would definitely stay here again. "
Malaysia
Emiliano
KITA Hostel
Interior

4. Pine Armenian

Pine Armenian
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
10.0 out of 10, 2, (2 reviews)
"Clean room, shops nearby , good place to stay"
Canada
Tai-Lon
Pine Armenian
Deluxe Triple Room | WiFi (free)

5. The 60

The 60
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
5.0 out of 10, 2, (2 reviews)
"no elevator for 4 levels noisy"
United States
Peter
The price is SAR 43
SAR 49 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
The 60
Exterior

6. Dou Houz - Hostel

Dou Houz - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, 21, (21 reviews)
"Good location and great staff"
Canada
Patrick
The price is SAR 76
SAR 102 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Dou Houz - Hostel
Front of property

7. Heritage House 123

Heritage House 123
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
Heritage House 123
Front of property

8. Victoria Inn

Victoria Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, 42, (42 reviews)
"Good location, very near Jetty. Clean rooms."
Thailand
Somjate
The price is SAR 99
SAR 119 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Victoria Inn
Outdoor dining

9. Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, 49, (49 reviews)
"The staff treated me as a family member. I loved my stay at Cocoa Mews. "
Canada
Robert
The price is SAR 56
SAR 78 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
Basic Shared Dormitory | Living area

10. Mypintu

Mypintu
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
5.0 out of 10, 2, (2 reviews)
"I arrived to this property after midnight, but the owner welcomed me with a smile. He even prepared me a tea in the morning, explained how to explore George Town in a day (coz I was there for one day only), even help me sorted with my lost baggage issues. Would stay more days in the future trip to Penang."
United Kingdom
Kamal
Mypintu
Twin (Shared Bathroom) | Down comforters, in-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request)

11. Red Inn Court - Hostel

Red Inn Court - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, 79, (79 reviews)
"Had own air conditioned room with bathroom. Great location"
Canada
Naomi
The price is SAR 56
SAR 72 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sep - 19 Sep
Red Inn Court - Hostel
Interior

12. YMCA Penang

YMCA Penang
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.2 out of 10, 74, (74 reviews)
"Pharmacy within premises. Drinking water machines. "
Malaysia
Hwa
The price is SAR 110
SAR 141 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
YMCA Penang
Staircase

13. Thirty Three Stewart Houze

Thirty Three Stewart Houze
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.8 out of 10, 15, (15 reviews)
"Lovely quiet guesthouse in heritage building. Inside the UNESCO zone, steps to all of the major food spots and historic landmarks. Friendly staff and very clean!"
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is SAR 109
SAR 131 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Thirty Three Stewart Houze
Suite | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, WiFi (free)

14. Palette Pink Cabana George Town

Palette Pink Cabana George Town
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.0 out of 10, 146, (146 reviews)
"Conveniently located and nice if you need a place to rest."
United States
Xiao Fang
Palette Pink Cabana George Town
Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

15. Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport

Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
2.0 star property
Bayan Lepas
8.0 out of 10, 6, (6 reviews)
"Nice property "
Malaysia
Low
The price is SAR 87
SAR 96 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
Room

16. 39 Love Lane - Smart Intelligent Inn

39 Love Lane - Smart Intelligent Inn
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is SAR 105
SAR 113 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
39 Love Lane - Smart Intelligent Inn
Lobby sitting area

17. Rope Walk Guesthouse - Hostel

Rope Walk Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, 16, (16 reviews)
"Overall stay was good, not a very social hostel for backpackers. "
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveler
Rope Walk Guesthouse - Hostel
Terrace/patio

18. Apollo Inn - Hostel

Apollo Inn - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.2 out of 10, 264, (264 reviews)
"comfortable place and near to mall"
Malaysia
Dini
Apollo Inn - Hostel
Interior detail

19. Tido Hostel Penang

Tido Hostel Penang
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.2 out of 10, 61, (61 reviews)
"I had a good stay at Tido's. Highlights have definitely been the easy-going reception staff as well the lovely common area on the top floor. I would recommend anyone visiting Penang to stay here. It's centrally located and has a 24 hour reception. The staff are accommodating and the area itself is convenient. The only wish for improvement is for the toilets and bathrooms to be cleaned daily. But in general the hostel is well kept :)"
Australia
Anonymous traveler
Tido Hostel Penang
Dining

20. Minima 8

Minima 8
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
Minima 8
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Top Penang Hotel Reviews

Le Dream Boutique Hotel

Le Dream Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"I like the central location..very convinient. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Third time there."
SOUZA PAUL FRANCIS 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Le Dream Boutique Hotel