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Our top choices for Penang Island hostels

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, surrounded by various potted plants.

1. The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"Lovely aesthetics Great amenities Sweet spot location Cool staff Awesome mini cafe Personal con : can get too hot in the common area upstairs"
Australia
Princessdee
The price is £18
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
A modern interior with two hanging chairs, a bookshelf, and a window with curtains.

2. Tido Hostel by Moonknight

Tido Hostel by Moonknight
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is £14
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Tido Hostel by Moonknight
A hotel room with two beds, a checkered floor, a large window with a view, and a desk with a lamp.

3. 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 £8
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The 60
A narrow hallway with bicycles, a staircase, and a brick wall.

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 £16
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Dou Houz - Hostel
A hotel reception area with a large mirror, a bench, and potted plants.

5. Muntri Inn by Soft Loft

Muntri Inn by Soft Loft
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is £17
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Muntri Inn by Soft Loft
A covered outdoor area with a table, chairs, and potted plants.

6. 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 £16
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent cinema sign, multiple ground-level shops, and a busy street with cars.

7. 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 £26
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Burmahtel - Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and pillows, a dark headboard, and a patterned wallpaper.

8. 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 £23
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a ceiling fan, and two windows with curtains.

9. 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
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Red Inn Court - Hostel
A multi-story hotel named "Victoria Inn" with a classic architectural style, featuring large windows and a prominent entrance.

10. 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 £21
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Victoria Inn
A spacious indoor corridor with tiled floors, potted plants, and multiple fans on the walls.

11. 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 £28
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
YMCA Penang
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Top Penang Island Hotel Reviews

OZO George Town Penang

OZO George Town Penang

8/10 Good
"Room was nice and clean, great view of George Town especially at night and beds very comfortable. Breakfast was also nice, with a good variety and a great view of the water."
Kylie 4-night trip
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OZO George Town Penang

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Number of reviews
278
Accommodation
35 Hostels
Lowest Price
£8
Highest Price
£28