Island Hostel
2.0 star property

Hostel with free parking, near Queensbay Mall

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Island Hostel

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Interior
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 10 Beds) | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Overview of Island Hostel

Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
The price is £18
Price available on 9/5/2024

Check out the area

Map
1-H, (Besides Sri Sungei Nibong Complex), Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, Sungai Nibong, George Town, Penang, 11900
  • Popular LocationQueensbay Mall2 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Science-Malaysia3 min drive
  • Popular LocationTESCO5 min drive
  • AirportPenang (PEN-Penang Intl.)16 min drive
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Room options

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Desk
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Desk
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Desk
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Desk
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

George Town

Island Hostel is located in Bayan Lepas, a neighborhood in George Town. Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal and ESCAPE Adventureplay are worth checking out if an activity 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

  • RECSAM and Institute Pendidikan Guru - 6 min walk
  • Queensbay Mall - 2 min drive
  • University of Science-Malaysia - 3 min drive
  • TESCO - 5 min drive
  • Penang Hill - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 24 min drive
  • Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • 佳园茶餐馆(富香海鲜) - 8 min walk
  • Wo Lai Yeh Cafe - 4 min walk
  • Instant Cook Saitou Fishball Koay Teow Thng - 4 min walk
  • Sushi Ya - 6 min walk
  • Sin Kek Seng Coffee Shop - 8 min walk

About this property

Island Hostel

Hostel located in Bayan Lepas
Close to Queensbay Mall, Island Hostel provides amenities like laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and a TV in reception
  • A water dispenser
Room features
All guest rooms at Island Hostel feature perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Satellite channels and daily housekeeping

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Daily housekeeping

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • 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 30.0 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Island Hostel Bayan Lepas
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Island Hostel George Town
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Frequently asked questions

Is Island Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Island Hostel?

As of 3 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Hostel on 9 May 2024 start from £18.38, 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 Island Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

Island Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Daren

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Could not find the property, clearly this has been a problem for others, even followed the hotels guidance of putting in another building in sat nav, the taxi driver could not find also, ending up paying for a hotel that i could find.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Low

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room neat n tidy. Easy to find. Near to public transport
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023