What is the cost of a hostel in George Town?

George Town hostels are S$ 25/night, on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. In October is often the cheapest month to book, and in August is the most expensive month to book a hostel in George Town. Our users recently found hostels for S$ 8/night - which is currently the lowest price. Keep in mind that we would consider anything in George Town for S$ 25/night or less a good deal.

What’s the best hostel in George Town?

Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in George Town is Apollo Inn. 826 users from HotelsCombined gave the Apollo Inn a 8.2/10 rating.

What hostel is closest to Penang Intl Airport?

It is 14.1 km to get from Penang Intl Airport to Dou Houz Georgetown (the nearest George Town hostel to the airport).

What is the most popular hostel in George Town closest to Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion?

If you’re looking for a hostel near Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion while in George Town, then opt for the popular Red Inn Court with a 7.6/10 review score from 1,105 users. The distance from Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion to Red Inn Court is 0.6 km.

Should I stay in a George Town hostel?

Hostels in George Town tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. George Town hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

Affordable George Town, Malaysia Hostels From S$ 14/night

Popular hostels in George Town

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Ymca Penang

211, Jalan Macalister, George Town, Malaysia

Opened in 1959, YMCA Penang is located in George Town and offers free Wi-Fi, meeting rooms and a 24-hour reception. It also provides a currency exchange, luggage storage and a ticket service.

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

7.9

Good

333 reviews

Location

2.2 km from city centre

S$ 39

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Sim Citystay

No 60, Level 1, Weld Quay, Pulau Pinang, George Town, Malaysia

Sim cityStay is situated in George Town and is close to the area's popular attractions. It also offers free Wi-Fi.

Free Wi-Fi

7.6

Good

103 reviews

Location

0.6 km from city centre

S$ 25

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Kooning

78 Lebuh Campbell, George Town, Malaysia

Less than 20 minutes' walk from Penang Ferry Terminal, Kooning offers guests a convenient base when in George Town. It offers free Wi-Fi and a vending machine, and is a brief stroll from Arulmigu Sri Mahamariamman Temple, Khoo Kongsi and Komtar.

Free Wi-Fi

8.2

Excellent

1230 reviews

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0.2 km from city centre

S$ 34

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Burmahtel Hotel

253G-1-1, Wisma Soon, Jalan Burmah, George Town, Malaysia

Burmahtel is located in George Town and provides guests with free Wi-Fi. It is conveniently positioned for those wishing to discover the area's attractions.

Free Wi-Fi

Airport shuttle

Air conditioning

7.6

Good

54 reviews

Location

2.6 km from city centre

S$ 45

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Island Hostel

1-H, (Besides Sri Sungei Nibong Complex), George Town, Malaysia

Island Hostel Gelugor is located in Gelugor and offers free Wi-Fi. It also features luggage storage, an express check-in and check-out feature and room service.

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

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9.4 km from city centre

S$ 24

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Cheapest hostels in George Town, Malaysia

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