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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in George Town?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in George Town is September (S$ 11). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in George Town is May (S$ 48).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in George Town?

The cheapest day to stay in George Town is Wednesday (S$ 15). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is S$ 32.

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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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One Pacific Hotel & Serviced Apartments
One Pacific Hotel & Serviced Apartments

One Pacific Hotel & Serviced Apartments

George Town, Malaysia
1.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
S$ 56
Avg. per night
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Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

Jalan Batu Feringgi, George Town, Malaysia
11.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 237
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$ 70
Avg. per night
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G Hotel Kelawai
G Hotel Kelawai

G Hotel Kelawai

2 Persiaran Maktab, George Town, Malaysia
3.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 148
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 11 April 2026.
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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 11 April 2026.

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

    George Town hostels are S$ 28/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 January is the most expensive month to book a hostel in George Town. Our users recently found hostels for S$ 9/night - which is currently the lowest price. Keep in mind that we would consider anything in George Town for S$ 22/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 Tido Hostel Penang. 966 users from HotelsCombined gave the Tido Hostel Penang a 7.1/10 rating.

  • What hostel is closest to Penang Intl Airport?

    It is 15.0 km to get from Penang Intl Airport to Tido Hostel Penang (the nearest George Town hostel to the airport).

  • 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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