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Cheapest hostels in George Town, Malaysia

Discover affordable stays in George Town that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in George Town can be found for as low as S$ 42 per night. There is currently one property in George Town that can be booked for this price. Ymca Penang is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in George Town. Price data was last updated on 30 July 2025
These George Town properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
Ymca Penang
Ymca Penang

Ymca Penang

211, Jalan Macalister, George Town, Malaysia
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 42
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in George Town

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Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive
Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive

Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive

278a Lebuh Victoria, George Town, Malaysia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 31
Avg. per night
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Kim Haus Loft
Kim Haus Loft

Kim Haus Loft

9 Campbell Street, George Town, Malaysia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 27
Avg. per night
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Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

33, New Lane, (Off Macalister Road), George Town, Malaysia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 72
Avg. per night
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U Hotel Penang
U Hotel Penang

U Hotel Penang

676, Jalan Sungai Dua, George Town, Malaysia
8.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 49
Avg. per night
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Profolio @ Straits Quay
Profolio @ Straits Quay

Profolio @ Straits Quay

3H-1-2, Straits Quay, George Town, Malaysia
5.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 88
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in George Town

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within George Town to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 30 July 2025.
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Facts about staying in George Town

Find useful tips and insights about staying in George Town to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 30 July 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in George Town?

    George Town hostels are S$ 23/night, on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. In March 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$ 5/night - which is currently the lowest price. Keep in mind that we would consider anything in George Town for S$ 18/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 Ymca Penang. 514 users from HotelsCombined gave the Ymca Penang a 8.1/10 rating.

  • What hostel is closest to Penang Intl Airport?

    It is 14.4 km to get from Penang Intl Airport to Ymca Penang (the nearest George Town hostel to the airport).

  • What is the most popular hostel in George Town closest to Gurney Drive?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Gurney Drive while in George Town, then opt for the popular Ymca Penang with a 8.1/10 review score from 514 users. The distance from Gurney Drive to Ymca Penang is 1.7 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.

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