Title: Old Budget Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6023813&destination=George+Town%2C+Penang%2C+Malaysia&selected=12776135&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Old Budget Hotel Downtown George Town's practical retreat offers travelers the essentials that matter most: reliable in-room WiFi and staff available around the clock for assistance ## Photo gallery for Old Budget Hotel ![Interior - Old Budget Hotel (George Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12780000/12776200/12776135/0cc4e93b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property amenity - Old Budget Hotel (George Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12780000/12776200/12776135/45acb0d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Executive Suite | Desk, free WiFi - Old Budget Hotel (George Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12780000/12776200/12776135/007c545f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Old Budget Hotel (George Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12780000/12776200/12776135/a0457a47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Old Budget Hotel (George Town)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12780000/12776200/12776135/225a3373.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Old Budget Hotel sits in central Downtown George Town, just a short walk from KOMTAR. Travelers appreciate the straightforward amenities - free WiFi keeps everyone connected while the 24-hour front desk team helps with questions and secures luggage for those exploring the city. ## Reviews 5.8 ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=12776135&PinnedHotelID=12776135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=12776135&PinnedHotelID=12776135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=12776135&PinnedHotelID=12776135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=12776135&PinnedHotelID=12776135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=12776135&PinnedHotelID=12776135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=12776135&PinnedHotelID=12776135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=12776135&PinnedHotelID=12776135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&selected=12776135&PinnedHotelID=12776135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Executive Suite ![Executive Suite | Desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12780000/12776200/12776135/007c545f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Suite - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Single Deluxe ![Single Deluxe | Desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12780000/12776200/12776135/886e3148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Deluxe - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Twin Deluxe ![Twin Deluxe | Desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12780000/12776200/12776135/0b59fdb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Deluxe - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Family Deluxe ![Family Deluxe | Desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12780000/12776200/12776135/3ca69ae3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Deluxe - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14500/14457/ac699818.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La Downtown George Town - Pool - Kids’ pool - 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGeorge-Town-Hotels-Old-Budget-Hotel.h12776135.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGeorge-Town-Hotels-Old-Budget-Hotel.h12776135.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Downtown George Town, a neighbourhood in George Town, is home to Old Budget Hotel. KOMTAR and Penang Hill are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza. Kidland Penang and Penang Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. [Visit our George Town travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/George-Town.dx6023813) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C5.41453%2C100.32765&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IEDCbTBcge8ZBmnrgfkHUymsl_E=) No. 46, Jalan Macalister, George Town, 10400 ### What's nearby - ![KOMTAR featuring city views, a city and a skyscraper](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113866/5f6c7aff-9b80-4899-9a47-a4bd383d2999.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) KOMTAR 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Hin Bus Depot Art Centre 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - The Top at Komatar 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - 1st Avenue Mall 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Penang Sentral 28 min drive - Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.) 27 min drive ### Restaurants - chong charcoal seafood char koay teow 碳烧海鲜炒粿條 2 min walk - Restoran Zim Sum 点心之家 2 min walk - Horangi Korean Kitchen 2 min walk - Kirin Sushi 麟。日式料理 2 min walk - Sin Yin Nam Cafe (新映南餐室) 2 min walk ## About this property ### Old Budget Hotel Hotel near KOMTAR Near Gurney Drive, Old Budget Hotel provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Old Budget Hotel have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - 24-inch LED TVs with satellite channels - Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks ## Similar properties ![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5020000/5010800/5010791/c68a65f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Super 8 Hotel @ Georgetown Downtown George Town - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 7.4 Good 509 reviews £26 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=5010791&PinnedHotelID=5010791&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95840000/95837200/95837107/e50caeae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Capital O 90897 Island City Hotel Downtown George Town - 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Air-conditioning - Housekeeping 7.8 Good 21 reviews £14 includes taxes & fees 8 Apr - 9 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-08&endDate=2026-04-09&selected=20317119&PinnedHotelID=20317119&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-10&endDate=2026-04-11&selected=12776135&PinnedHotelID=12776135&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=12776135,5010791,95837107,26973309,9023437) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### More - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 24-inch LED TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### More - Air conditioning - Desk ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - 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. ### 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 credit card, debit card or 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 cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Old Budget Hotel Penang Old Budget Hotel Old Budget Penang Old Budget Hotel George Town Old Budget George Town Old Budget Hotel Penang/George Town Old Budget Hotel Hotel Old Budget Hotel George Town Old Budget Hotel Hotel George Town ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Old Budget Hotel pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Old Budget Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Old Budget Hotel? ### Where is Old Budget Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Old Budget Hotel Reviews 5.8 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 7.6 Location ### 7.2 Staff & service ### 5.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### You Mao 26 Nov 2018 Single room. The toilet 's space is very limited. Can easy heard outside corridor people talking. Workers are nice. ##### You Mao Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Yeoh 25 May 2017 Liked: Staff & service #### Good location Great for solo. Value for money. Good location. ##### Yeoh Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 29 Jan 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 不好。以後不會住。太小，太小。 ##### Verified traveller Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Mr Yoong 26 Jun 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Wonderful short stay. It is good value for a short stay in Penang. ##### Mr Yoong Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 21 Jul 2018 Liked: Staff & service #### Ok sajalah ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Shafiq 24 Jun 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities ##### Shafiq Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang](https://www.expedia.co.uk/George-Town-Hotels-Shangri-La-Rasa-Sayang.h878.Hotel-Information) > - [Apartments Valletta](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Valletta-Apartments.d2341-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > - [Escale Oceania Vannes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vannes-Hotels-Escale-Oceania-Vannes.h889121.Hotel-Information) > - [Hard Rock Hotel Penang](https://www.expedia.co.uk/George-Town-Hotels-Hard-Rock-Hotel-Penang.h2784421.Hotel-Information) > - [Hôtel de la Plage](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bernieres-Sur-Mer-Hotels-Hotel-De-La-Plage.h15215549.Hotel-Information) > - [The Bull Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ludlow-Hotels-The-Bull-Hotel.h5120308.Hotel-Information) > - [Cabin Rentals Spain](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Spain-Cabins.d166-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > - [Hotels with Balcony in Manhattan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manhattan-New-York-Hotels-Hotels-With-Balcony.0-n129440-0-tHotelswithBalcony.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Hotels near Maspalomas Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maspalomas-Beach-Hotels.0-l553248635977104878-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Family-Friendly Hotels in Puerto Banús](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Banus-Marbella-Hotels-Family-Friendly-Hotel.0-n6340475-0-tFamilyFriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Marmont Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Geneva-Hotels-M3-Hotel-Residence-Geneva-City.h45777479.Hotel-Information) > - [Luxury Hotels in Tirana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tirana-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d3433-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [B&B Fermoy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fermoy-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d6131192-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > - [Hotels in Kirkcolm](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kirkcolm-Hotels.d3000010887.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > - [Flights from Nakhl (TCP) to Southend-on-Sea (SEN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/tcp/sen/taba-to-london) ### Cars > - [luxury Car Hire in Gran Canaria](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Luxury-Car-Rentals-In-Gran-Canaria.d6047134-tLuxury.Car-Rental-Guide-Class) ### Activities ### Packages > - [Yorkshire's Winter Wonderland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Yorkshires-Winter-Wonderland-City-Centre.d553248621532494404.Attraction) ### Holiday Rentals ### General > - [Visit Oakford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakford.dx3000458776) > - [Visit Lisbon City Center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lisbon-District-Lisbon-City-Center.dx6145189) > - [Visit Little Loch Broom](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Little-Loch-Broom.dx3000457171) > - [Visit North Tamerton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-Tamerton.dx3000010345) ---