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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.

T
Thomas
From
Brazil
Shane has helped me a lot with a full guide of what to do and places near the accommodation. The place was really clean and I had no problems during my stay. The doors are automatic with password, so there's no trouble of having keys or touch cards
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
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$33.21
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.

G
Giorgia Elliott
From
Australia
Absolutely everything! The place was new, clean, lovely finishings and great lighting. The air conditioning worked well. They offered free coffee and snacks every day for guests. They allowed early check in when our room was ready and all the staff were so lovely. We actually moved from a previous accomodation that was terrible and we were so happy when we arrived to Amore Stay. Fantastic location, wonderful owners. Would definitely stay again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
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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.

k
keith
From
Malaysia
The room and facilities were clean. For us, earplugs were not necessary but appreciated that they were provided.
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.

A
Adrianus
From
Netherlands
Very nice place. The common space was nice and well equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, drinking facilities such as free tea & coffee! The room itself was not too big. The staff was so kind to get up very early in the morning to order a taxi to the airport for us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,362 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.

l
laura
From
Australia
Clean, everything really good and rhe staff super kind. Good location in the center of the city and close to everything like street arts, armenian street and the best restaurants
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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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.

A
Aurelia
From
Belgium
- Super well located (from the ferry, it is +- 10 minutes by walking, it is easy to visit the center of George town by walking from the hostel and if you want to go more to the North of the city or to the national park, there is a bus near the hostel) - Super clean - lokers in the dormroom - small commun area
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.

W
Wahyu Restuti
From
Indonesia
The location is perfect. Near kapitan keling mosque, town hall and armenian street. You can find those places by walking. I love the hospitality, we got a WA message about door and room access before check-in and helpful staff. The space is enough for 2 people. You can refill your bottle from water dispenser and place your food or drink into refrigerator in pantry area. You will get free bread as well in living area.
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...

P
Paul
From
Australia
Mr Cheau was very helpful and friendly and he had good advice for the area. The hotel staff were friendly and my room was clean. Thankyou for a great stay.
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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Milan Backpacker Hostel

George Town

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

U
Urban Nest
From
Canada
Very nice Hostel , Clean, Great location with very friendly staff. I’m very happy to staying there.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Price from
US$29.89
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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Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in George Town and nearby

  • 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 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 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 21 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 7.6
    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
  • 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 7.5
    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
  • 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

  • Star Lodge

    George Town
    Central location
    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

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 795 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$36.09 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$62.86 per night

  • 14 Ceylon Lane

    George Town
    Budget options available
    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.

  • Some Place Else

    George Town
    Budget options available
    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
    Budget options available
    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
    Budget options available
    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.

  • Penang Miami Beach

    Batu Ferringhi
    Budget options available
    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

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