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Featured Hostels in George Town

Garden
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (42)
"Great value for the cost "
United States
Maricarmen
The price is AU$38
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
Family Room
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (5)
"Nice property "
Malaysia
Low
The price is AU$64
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
Interior
YMCA International Hostel
YMCA International Hostel
2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (74)
"Pharmacy within premises. Drinking water machines. "
Malaysia
Hwa
The price is AU$66
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
YMCA International Hostel
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Dou Houz - Hostel
Dou Houz - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
"Good location and great staff"
Canada
Patrick
The price is AU$39
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Dou Houz - Hostel
Front of property
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (49)
"The staff treated me as a family member. I loved my stay at Cocoa Mews. "
Canada
Robert
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
Dining
Red Inn Court - Hostel
Red Inn Court - Hostel
2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (79)
"Had own air conditioned room with bathroom. Great location"
Canada
Naomi
Red Inn Court - Hostel
Family Deluxe
Burmahtel - Hostel
Burmahtel - Hostel
2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (39)
The price is AU$57
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Burmahtel - Hostel
Reception
Victoria Inn
Victoria Inn
2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (42)
"Good location, very near Jetty. Clean rooms."
Thailand
Somjate
Victoria Inn
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Top George Town Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel, great staff, definitely worth getting a room with a view of the pool/sea. Close to hawker market for food options. Need to take bus to go into George Town however, but bus stop is right outside the hotel so pretty convenient. "
Madalina 8-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

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George Town Hostels information

Number of reviews
103
Accommodation
32 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$38
Highest Price
AU$66

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in George Town?
By choosing a hostel, you can cut your spending on accommodations and save more of your budget for sightseeing during your stay. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its temples, and the beaches create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but they all have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).
What are the best hostels in George Town?
Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to look first: YMCA International Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Gurney Drive. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms. The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR. Property features include free Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets. Burmahtel - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Gurney Drive. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms. Dou Houz - Hostel - Located steps from KOMTAR. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as an arcade/games room. You'll find bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Red Inn Court - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR. Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi.
How many hostels should I expect to find in George Town?
If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in George Town, one of Expedia's 28 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in George Town?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in George Town are November, October, December and May, with each month seeing an average of 338 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in George Town?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might like to discover some places near George Town. Get out into nature with places such as Penang Hill, Batu Ferringhi Beach and Ferringgi Beach. Cultural attractions include Penang State Museum, Penang Islamic Museum and Hin Bus Depot Art Centre. Visit landmarks such as Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site, Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion and Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
What's the best way to get to and around George Town while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in George Town in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.), located 9.8 mi (15.7 km) away from the city centre.

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