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Old Penang Guesthouse - Hostel

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Close to KOMTAR, Old Penang Guesthouse - Hostel provides a terrace, a garden and a library. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, red walls, a framed picture, wall-mounted lights, and an air conditioning unit.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Two single beds with wooden headboards, a wall-mounted light, and a framed picture.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room (Private Bathroom)

A neatly made bed with white linens, two bedside lamps, a dark wooden headboard, and a wicker chair.

Double Room (Private Bathroom)

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single Room, Shared Bathroom

A small, single-bed room with a wooden bed frame, a bedside table, and a nightstand. The room has green walls and a wooden floor.

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 12-Bed)

A room with bunk beds, a patterned floor, and bedside lamps.

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 12-Bed)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only (1 Bed in 4-Bed)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a wardrobe, and a bedside lamp.

Shared Dormitory, Women only (1 Bed in 4-Bed)

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Two single beds with wooden frames and white bedding, a red wall, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Downtown George Town, a neighbourhood in George Town, is home to Old Penang Guesthouse - Hostel. KOMTAR and Penang Hill are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Gurney Drive. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Penang Youth and Sports Complex or Penang International Sports Arena. Visit our George Town travel guide
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53, Love Lane, George Town, Penang, 10200

What's nearby

  • A traditional Chinese interior with ornate furniture, patterned flooring, and red drapery.
    Pinang Peranakan Mansion
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A traditional blue building with ornate decorations and a well-maintained garden.
    Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A large grassy park with a historic white building, surrounded by trees and modern buildings.
    Padang Kota Lama
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A yellow building with the inscription "TOWN HALL" on its facade.
    Penang City Hall
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral
    27 min drive
  • Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Mugshot
    2 min walk
  • WHEELER'S
    1 min walk
  • The Pokok
    2 min walk
  • Wan Than Mee Stall
    1 min walk
  • Daily Dose
    1 min walk

About this property

Old Penang Guesthouse - Hostel

  • Hostel near KOMTAR
  • You can look forward to a terrace, a garden and a library at Old Penang Guesthouse - Hostel. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Tour/ticket information, a 24-hour front desk and a TV in reception
    • Smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Old Penang Guesthouse - Hostel have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 15 November 2024 to 24 August 2028 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards

Frequently asked questions

Is Old Penang Guesthouse - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Old Penang Guesthouse - Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Old Penang Guesthouse - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Penang Guesthouse - Hostel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Old Penang Guesthouse - Hostel located?

Located in Downtown George Town, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Loo Pun Hong and KOMTAR. Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site and Goddess of Mercy Temple are also within 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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