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Our top choices for George Town hostels

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1. The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (44 reviews)
"Miss Yang at the front desk is very kind and helpful. The location is within easy access to everything, there are a great variety of food options around."
United States
Mei
The price is £16
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
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2. Kooning - Hostel

Kooning - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"The room I get was so cool in design, I really like it"
Malaysia
Anonymous traveller
The price is £38
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Kooning - Hostel
Outdoor dining

3. Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"The staff treated me as a family member. I loved my stay at Cocoa Mews. "
Canada
Robert
The price is £15
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
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4. Dou Houz - Hostel

Dou Houz - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (21 reviews)
"Good location and great staff"
Canada
Patrick
The price is £22
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Dou Houz - Hostel
Deluxe Triple Room | Free WiFi

5. The 60

The 60
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"no elevator for 4 levels noisy"
United States
Peter
The price is £10
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
The 60
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6. Burmahtel - Hotel

Burmahtel - Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.0 out of 10, Good, (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 £24
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Burmahtel - Hotel
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7. YMCA Penang

YMCA Penang
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (74 reviews)
"Pharmacy within premises. Drinking water machines. "
Malaysia
Hwa
The price is £30
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
YMCA Penang
Twin (Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

8. Red Inn Court - Hostel

Red Inn Court - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (79 reviews)
"Had own air conditioned room with bathroom. Great location"
Canada
Naomi
The price is £15
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Red Inn Court - Hostel
Front of property

9. Victoria Inn

Victoria Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (42 reviews)
"Good location, very near Jetty. Clean rooms."
Thailand
Somjate
The price is £23
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Victoria Inn
Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

10. Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport

Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
2.0 star property
Bayan Lepas
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"Nice property "
Malaysia
Low
The price is £18
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
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Top George Town Hotel Reviews

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

8/10 Good
"Hotel staff was magnificent and room was perfect only things is not enough choices when it comes to breakfast and the jacuzzi was a nightmare no button to press on and discover that there one in side and no one was there to help"
jeanmarc 4-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

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Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in George Town?
By choosing a hostel, you can cut your spending on accommodations and save more of your budget for sightseeing during your stay. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its temples, and the beaches create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but they all have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in George Town?
Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to look first: Burmahtel - Hotel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Gurney Drive. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and TVs. The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR. Property features include free Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets. Heritage House 123 - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR and Gurney Drive. You can take advantage of a restaurant and a bar at this property. You'll find towels, hairdryers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Pine Armenian - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR. Property features include free Wi-Fi. Rooms come with towels, showers and free Wi-Fi. Red Inn Court - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR. Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi.
How many hostels should I expect to find in George Town?
If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in George Town, one of Expedia's 30 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in George Town?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in George Town are November, October, December and May, with each month seeing an average of 338 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in George Town?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might like to discover some places near George Town. Get out into nature with places such as Penang Hill, Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach. Cultural attractions include Penang State Museum, Hin Bus Depot Art Centre and Pinaon Time Tunnel. Visit landmarks such as Armenian Street, Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site and Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion.
What's the best way to get to and around George Town while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in George Town in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.), located 9.8 mi (15.7 km) away from the city centre.

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