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Aayu Beach St - George Town Penang

George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach, Aayu Beach St - George Town Penang features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

C
Clémence
From
France
The room was spacious, confortable and clean! The common spaces were really modern and it was pleasant to chill there. We had access to drinking water, coffee and tea. The location was everything! We were walking everywhere as the old town is just around the corner. You also have access to multiple really tasty restaurants all around the neighborhood. I recommend this place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews
Price from
US$28.73
1 night, 2 adults
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Sogor Female Dormitory

George Town

Set in George Town, less than 1 km from Northam Beach, Sogor Female Dormitory offers air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

A
Amanda
From
Spain
Clean room, washing machine, hair dyer, soap, air con
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 166 reviews
Price from
US$33.10
1 night, 2 adults
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Amore Stay

George Town

Set within 2 km of Northam Beach and 700 metres of Wonderfood Museum, Amore Stay offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

J
James
From
Canada
Nice new facility located inside a small mall on love lane. Close to night food hawkers. Super nice although not attended. Coffee,light snacks and electrical converts available.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
US$16.38
1 night, 2 adults
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Aayu Pantai - George Town, Penang

George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.4 km from Northam Beach, Aayu Pantai - George Town, Penang features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

M
Martyna
From
Poland
The apartment is located in a great location. The facilities are simple. It was super clean and so far best accommodation I had in Malaysia on a low budget. The owners were also super nice. When we had an issue they quickly responded, helped and accommodated us. The owner also stepped by to check up on us and gave us a great list of recommendations for Penang.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
Price from
US$29.79
1 night, 2 adults
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Aayu Chulia - Chulia St, George Town

George Town

Located within 1.8 km of Penang Times Square and 7.7 km of Straits Quay, Aayu Chulia - Chulia St, George Town features rooms in George Town.

S
SamuelKinari
From
Japan
Friendly staffs, tidy room, good location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,372 reviews
Price from
US$29.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Aayu Seckchuan - 3 mins walk to Love Lane

George Town

Set within 2.2 km of Northam Beach and 700 metres of Wonderfood Museum, Aayu Seckchuan - 3 mins walk to Love Lane offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

H
Hanna
From
France
Good location, nice staff, free coffee/bread
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 253 reviews
Price from
US$27.67
1 night, 2 adults
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Pine Armenian

George Town

Pine Armenian is set in George Town, within 2.4 km of Northam Beach and 1.8 km of Penang Times Square.

E
Elisa
From
France
The place is very cosy, rooms and bathroom are clean, people were quiet and respectful, the staff was very responsive and helpful. Strategic place. Kitchenette is provided with water and hot water. Really good value
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews
Price from
US$17.03
1 night, 2 adults
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Aayu Muntri - 4 mins to Chulia St George Town

George Town

Situated 1.7 km from Northam Beach, Aayu Muntri - 4 mins to Chulia St George Town features rooms with air conditioning in George Town.

A
Alen
From
Slovenia
Lovely hostel with private rooms with ventilation and AC in each, central location, clean and well equiped. Hosts even left some fresh local bread to try.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 740 reviews
Price from
US$27.67
1 night, 2 adults
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Nice Inn

George Town

Located in George Town, within 1.3 km of Northam Beach and 700 metres of Penang Times Square, Nice Inn provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free...

X
XIAODONG
From
United States
1. Location is good. Many restaurants nearby, not far from komtar, jetty and other attraction places in George Town. 2. Boss is so friendly, recommend us a lot restaurants nearby. 3. Room is clean. Decoration is good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 304 reviews
Price from
US$21.71
1 night, 2 adults
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39 Love Lane - Smart Intelligent Inn Georgetown

George Town

1.9 km from Northam Beach, 39 Love Lane - Smart Intelligent Inn Georgetown is set in George Town and features air-conditioned rooms.

S
Sally-Ann
From
United Kingdom
Location was superb for all restaurants and bars.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$23.45
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 514 reviews

    Strategically located in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, Wassup Youth Hostel offers accommodations in Penang.

    From US$98.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Set in George Town, within 300 metres of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and 500 metres of 1st Avenue Penang, Penang Heritage Home provides accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property.

    From US$43.21 per night

  • KITA Hostel

    George Town
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

    Located within 1.1 km of Northam Beach and 800 metres of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, KITA Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

    From US$25.54 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews

    Located within 1.5 km of Northam Beach and 700 metres of Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar, SS TWO Hostel Penang offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

    From US$25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 830 reviews

    Situated in George Town and within 1.5 km of Northam Beach, Swing & Pillows - Penang Road, Georgetown Penang has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    From US$49.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 173 reviews

    Situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Northam Beach, SS HOSTEL PENANG features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

    From US$25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

    Set within 1.4 km of Penang Times Square and 7.3 km of Straits Quay, Great Shanghai Guesthouse provides rooms in George Town.

    From US$47.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 725 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, Tido Hostel Penang offers accommodation in George Town. Every room includes a shared bathroom. You will find a shared lounge at the property. You can play darts at the hostel.

    From US$85.13 per night

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  • 14 Ceylon Lane

    George Town
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    Set within 1.4 km of Penang Times Square and 6.4 km of Penang Botanic Gardens, 14 Ceylon Lane provides rooms in George Town.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews

    Milan Backpacker Hostel is situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Penang Times Square and 8 km from Straits Quay.

  • Some Place Else

    George Town
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews

    Located within 1.7 km of Northam Beach and 800 metres of Wonderfood Museum, Some Place Else provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

  • Homs Female Hostel

    George Town
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews

    Located within 2.1 km of Northam Beach and 600 metres of Wonderfood Museum, Homs Female Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in George Town.

  • seaview hostel

    George Town
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

    Set in George Town and with 1st Avenue Penang reachable within 1.1 km, seaview hostel offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    Set 100 metres from Miami Beach, Penang Miami Beach offers rooms with air conditioning in Batu Ferringhi.

    From US$40.20 per night

Save money on hostels in George Town and nearby – budget options available

  • Star Lodge

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Set within 1.7 km of Northam Beach and 800 metres of Wonderfood Museum, Star Lodge offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.

    From US$46.64 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 794 reviews

    Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street is situated in George Town, 1.5 km from Penang Times Square and 8.2 km from Straits Quay.

    From US$50.53 per night

  • The 60

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 486 reviews

    Located in George Town, 2.8 km from Northam Beach, The 60 provides rooms with air conditioning.

    From US$24.20 per night

  • YMCA Penang

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews

    Situated within 1.6 km of Northam Beach and 1.7 km of Penang Times Square, YMCA Penang features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in George Town.

    From US$62.64 per night

  • Minima 8

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews

    Offering free WiFi throughout the property, Minima 8 is situated in George Town, 3.7 km from Penang Times Square and 4.1 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar.

    From US$37.83 per night

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