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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.

T
Thomas
From
Brazil
Shane has helped me a lot with a full guide of what to do and places near the accommodation. The place was really clean and I had no problems during my stay. The doors are automatic with password, so there's no trouble of having keys or touch cards
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews
Price from
US$13.79
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.

L
Lyn
From
Malaysia
It was amazing! I love this place so much, so clean, CP (our manager) feels like a mother to us. Love the vibe, made so many new friends. The bed is extremely comfy, and the place is in the heart of Georgetown. 10/10 would come again ✨
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews
Price from
US$34.05
1 night, 2 adults

Bitterswiit Ladies Hostel

George Town

Featuring a garden, terrace and views of city, Bitterswiit Ladies Hostel is set in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach.

E
Evie
From
Australia
the best chill vibey hostel ever!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$21.89
1 night, 2 adults

Amore Stay

George Town

Amore Stay is situated in George Town, 10 km from Penang Hill and 12 km from Queensbay Mall.

J
James
From
Canada
Nice new facility located inside a small mall on love lane. Close to night food hawkers. Super nice although not attended. Coffee,light snacks and electrical converts available.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
US$16.85
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.

M
Martyna
From
Poland
The apartment is located in a great location. The facilities are simple. It was super clean and so far best accommodation I had in Malaysia on a low budget. The owners were also super nice. When we had an issue they quickly responded, helped and accommodated us. The owner also stepped by to check up on us and gave us a great list of recommendations for Penang.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews
Price from
US$13.79
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.

S
SIARHEI
From
Belarus
Really excellent staff and good location. Easy communication and check-in. Good facilities.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,412 reviews
Price from
US$14.56
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.

D
Dream
From
United Kingdom
I really enjoyed my stay here, the place has a great vibe and friendly people. It’s conveniently located near all the main spots for food and drinks. The air conditioning worked well, the bed was comfortable, and overall it was great value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
Price from
US$13.79
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.

H
Harriet
From
United Kingdom
So clean, the hosts were so so friendly and available for answering my questions 24/7! They even sent some recommendations of things to do and places to eat which I found so sweet. The rooms were simple but super clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 531 reviews
Price from
US$13.79
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.

T
Tanika
From
New Zealand
Great Clean, security, good cleaning schedule, perfect location close to everything but off the main road so nice and quite. Complementary tea, coffee, filtered cold water and good little kitchenette. Reality matches the photos perfectly. I had booked only 1 night but ended up staying 4 because of how comfortable it is here. Best hostel I have stayed at in Malaysia, great price too!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews
Price from
US$17.51
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 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 777 reviews
Price from
US$13.79
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 7.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews

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

From US$146.02 per night
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.

KITA Hostel

George Town
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 32 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$19.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 106 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$25.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 843 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$122.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews

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

From US$20.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 744 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$91.95 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$57.89 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 73 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.

14 Ceylon Lane

George Town
No credit card needed
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
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 212 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
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 221 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

Featuring a garden, terrace and views of city, Bitterswiit Ladies Hostel is set in George Town, 2 km from Northam Beach.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Located in George Town, within 700 metres of Northam Beach and 1.6 km of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, Phuah Hin Leong by Simply Penang provides accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi...

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, 749 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$63.27 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$50.60 per night

Penang Miami Beach

Batu Ferringhi
Budget options available
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$98.27 per night

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