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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.

J
Jacob
From
Denmark
Simply amazing! The location and the staff make this place extraordinary. Would recommend to absolutely everyone.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 410 reviews
Price from
US$28.82
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
Anna
From
United Kingdom
It was super comfortable, the little bunks had everything you need and the whole place was spotlessly clean! But the woman who runs the hostel was the highlight - she was incredibly friendly and gave me lots of great recommendations for where to eat in Georgetown.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 166 reviews
Price from
US$33.21
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.

T
TAMANNOI
From
Tajikistan
Everything was new and clean ,this hostel obviously had made about one month
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$16.43
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$29.89
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.

M
Mark
From
Switzerland
Really great communication with the host
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,368 reviews
Price from
US$29.29
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.

R
Rahel
From
Switzerland
We had a lovely stay at Aayu in George Town, it was central located and you could walk everywhere. The communication was really good, the had some lovely recommendations.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 247 reviews
Price from
US$27.75
1 night, 2 adults
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The Terraces by Aayu - 2 mins walk to Chulia Street

George Town

Situated in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach, The Terraces by Aayu - 2 mins walk to Chulia Street features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 504 reviews
Price from
US$27.75
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.

S
Supakorn
From
Thailand
Staff He very nice and Good work.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 319 reviews
Price from
US$17.08
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.

S
Sammy
From
Canada
We have always stayed at AAYU properties due to the responsiveness of the host, clean room and minimalist decor of the place. We had a slight stain on our bedsheet (everything else was PERFECT!) and once we texted the host, they immediately arranged for replacement without any further questions - the way they take responsibility for things are really superb and well commendable we truly appreciate it They are always very kind in giving us tips.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 732 reviews
Price from
US$27.75
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...

J
Jonas Bučelis
From
Lithuania
friendly and always helpful host
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews
Price from
US$21.77
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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  • 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.

    From US$33.21 per night

  • 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 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 204 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$40.32 per night

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

  • Pink Cabana Hotel

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 508 reviews

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

    From US$99.15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    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$42.90 per night

  • Great Shanghai Guesthouse

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 81 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$47.44 per night

  • Tido Hostel Penang

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 723 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$85.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 796 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$36.08 per night

  • YMCA Penang

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 159 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$62.83 per night

  • Star Lodge

    George Town
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.8
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 6 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$46.78 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in George Town and nearby

  • 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$42.65 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$25.62 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$25.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

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

    From US$28.94 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 216 reviews

    Situated in George Town and within 1.7 km of Northam Beach, Color Mixed Home Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

  • Red Inn Court

    George Town
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 820 reviews

    Set in George Town, 2.2 km from Northam Beach, Red Inn Court features rooms with air conditioning.

    From US$21.11 per night

  • The 60

    George Town
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews

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

    From US$24.27 per night

  • 246housecafe

    George Town
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

    246housecafe is located in George Town, 2.6 km from Rainbow Skywalk at Komtar and 2.8 km from 1st Avenue Penang.

    From US$19.98 per night

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