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A temple with ornate Chinese architecture, a colorful dragon sculpture, and a sign reading "YAP TEMPLE".
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George Town

George Town

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Our top choices for Penang hostels

A narrow alleyway with multiple hanging pendant lights, a wooden shuttered window, and a visible sign for 'KELIART'.

1. The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"Lovely aesthetics Great amenities Sweet spot location Cool staff Awesome mini cafe Personal con : can get too hot in the common area upstairs"
Australia
Princessdee
The price is RM88
RM107 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
A balcony with a table set for dining, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and a mountain in the distance.

2. A Cozy Club Penang

A Cozy Club Penang
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"this is torn down hotel do not booked it. I am still waiting for my refund."
Singapore
Jimmy
A Cozy Club Penang
A room with a round white table surrounded by four stools, a wooden table with chairs, and a wall-mounted electrical outlet.

3. Pine Armenian

Pine Armenian
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Clean room, shops nearby , good place to stay"
Canada
Tai-Lon
Pine Armenian
A building with a prominent sign for "Burma Hotel" and "Wisma Aisama."

4. Burmahtel - Hotel

Burmahtel - Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.0 out of 10, Good, (39 reviews)
"Parking a bit tight, its underground. Lifts are confusing at first with no proper labeling. Huge and clean room, basic amenities. Small window. "
Malaysia
Azhan
The price is RM114
RM147 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Burmahtel - Hotel
A heritage house with a sign indicating it is number 123.

5. Heritage House 123

Heritage House 123
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
Heritage House 123
A hotel room with two beds, a checkered floor, a large window with a view, and a desk with a lamp.

6. The 60

The 60
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"no elevator for 4 levels noisy"
United States
Peter
The price is RM38
RM43 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The 60
A bunk bed room with a blue curtain and a small shelf on the wall.

7. Dou Houz - Hostel

Dou Houz - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (21 reviews)
"Good location and great staff"
Canada
Patrick
The price is RM84
RM111 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Dou Houz - Hostel
A spacious indoor corridor with tiled floors, potted plants, and multiple fans on the walls.

8. YMCA Penang

YMCA Penang
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (74 reviews)
"Pharmacy within premises. Drinking water machines. "
Malaysia
Hwa
The price is RM140
RM177 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
YMCA Penang
A street sign for Jalan Dinding in George Town, indicating the address 10050 P. Pinang.

9. KITA Hostel

KITA Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"The hostel is clean and the rooms are spacious. The staff are fantastic, always very helpful and kind. The location is excellent, just a 10-minute walk from Komtar station. Right in front of the hostel there is a restaurant where you can eat one of the best nasi kandar dishes. The price of the hostel is very affordable. I highly recommend it, and if I ever come back to George Town, I would definitely stay here again. "
Malaysia
Emiliano
KITA Hostel
A multi-story hotel named "Victoria Inn" with a classic architectural style, featuring large windows and a prominent entrance.

10. Victoria Inn

Victoria Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (42 reviews)
"Good location, very near Jetty. Clean rooms."
Thailand
Somjate
The price is RM93
RM112 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Victoria Inn
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Top reviews in Penang

A person cutting a fruit, possibly a durian, on a table with newspapers underneath.
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
Downtown George Town

10/10 Excellent

Very recommend, toilets very clean, and staff too friendly. Everything good for me 💕 thank you cocoa mews cafe & home 😘
Malaysia
Yana
Reviewed November 2, 2018
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

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