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10 Best Budget Hotels in Penang [2024]

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Budget Hotel Penang 

Best Budget Hotel Penang 
Best Budget Hotel Penang 

Looking for a place to stay in Penang on a budget? Look no further! This blog post lists the 10 Best Budget Hotels in Penang . All of these hotels offer great value for your money, and are perfect for travelers looking for a cheap and comfortable place to stay. So what are you waiting for? Start planning your trip to Penang today!

1. WOW Hotel Penang

WOW Hotel Penang- Budget Hotel Penang
WOW Hotel Penang- Budget Hotel Penang (Credit: WOW Hotel Penang)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel, Hotel resort
Websitehttps://wowhotelpenang.com/
AddressNo.406 Level 1, Jalan Penang 10000 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-226 0126
Emailreservation@wowhotelpenang.com
Operating hoursAlways open

The WOW Hotel is a contemporary boutique hotel in the center of Georgetown, Penang. This is Penang’s main commercial area, where you can try local foods and dance until late at night.

With a stay at WOW Hotel, you’ll be within walking distance of trendy bars and restaurants, as well as street markets and all of Georgetown’s major historical attractions.

Rooms are large, and industrial chic styles are used to offer guests the complete luxury experience at a fraction of the cost. There’s also a children’s playground — don’t forget to discover everything there is to do in Penang with Children.

Key Differentiators:

  • Modern designed boutique hotel
  • Thoughtful amenities
  • Great Location

Customer’s Review:

Close to many malls n eating places …. Location is very central

Alvin Kim

2. Mclane Boutique Hotel

Mclane Boutique Hotel- Budget Hotel Penang
Mclane Boutique Hotel- Budget Hotel Penang (Credit: Mclane Boutique Hotel)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttp://mclane.com.my/
Address17, Lorong Pasar 10200 Penang Island, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 11-2082 8172
Emailinfo@mclane.com.my
Operating hoursAlways open

Mclane Boutique Hotel is a boutique hotel in George Town’s Old Georgetown, one of Penang Island’s most charming nook and streets. It is exquisitely restored and renovated to preserve its roots as one of the island’s newest heritage hotels.

Yes, this is an excellent alternative for cheap stays in George Town since it meets all of the criteria of the boutique hotel category while still maintaining a reasonable level of comfort.

Key Differentiators:

  • Unesco Heritage Area
  • Convenient location
  • High speed Internet

Customer’s Review:

Affordable Pricing and it is located near all the food that you would want to eat in Penang. Everything is walking distance. The staff is very helpful and will even point you to the right place to eat as well.

Aaron Maximillian Lim

3. Brown Hotel

Brown Hotel- Budget Hotel Penang
Brown Hotel- Budget Hotel Penang (Credit: Brown Hotel)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttps://www.brownhotel.com.my/
AddressNO.86 JALAN PERAK 10150 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-295 9499
Emailgeneral@brownhotel.com.my
Operating hoursAlways open

Brown Hotel is a beautiful but inexpensive hotel in Penang. There are four types of rooms available for visitors, ranging from a Standard Single room for single travelers to a Family Room that can accommodate up to three people. Each stylish room has a pleasant bed, a big flat-screen TV, and even a coffee and tea maker.

Key Differentiators:

  • Promotions
  • Good room service
  • Romantic atmosphere

Customer’s Review:

Strategic location and creative design in room. Recommended

Chris Yee

4. Sweet Cili Hotel

Sweet Cili Hotel- Budget Hotel Penang
Sweet Cili Hotel- Budget Hotel Penang (Credit: Sweet Cili Hotel)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttps://sweetcili.com/
AddressNo. 6, Gat Lebuh Melayu, George Town 10300 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-263 9963
Emailreunionasiagroup@gmail.com
Operating hoursAlways open

Sweet Cili Hotel should be on your list if you’re seeking for a budget hotel in Penang. Bright and cheerful, this 8-bedroom boutique guesthouse was formerly a row of pre-war shophouses, allowing you to really engage with Georgetown’s history when staying the night here. There are three types of rooms to select from, ranging from the Standard Room that is perfect for a couple to the Loft that can accommodate up to four people.

Key Differentiators:

  • Heritage accommodation
  • Nostalgic ambience
  • Spacious rooms

Customer’s Review:

Great ambiance! Clean vintage feel! Loveeee

Munna Hazwani

5. Travelodge Georgetown

Travelodge Georgetown- Budget Hotel Penang 
Travelodge Georgetown- Budget Hotel Penang (Credit: Travelodge Georgetown’s Facebook)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/TravelodgeGeorgetown/
Address101 Jalan Macalister 10400 Georgetown, Penang 10400 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-228 2357
Emailenquiry@tlgp.com.my
Operating hoursAlways open

Let it be Travelodge Georgetown if you’re looking for a cozy budget hotel in Georgetown, Penang! There are four types of rooms and each has a city view to enliven with hints of brilliant yellow.

The rooms include a refrigerator, en suite bathroom, cable TV, and work desk among other amenities. This hotel is also close to Nasi Kandar Pelita, so nasi kandar for dinner is a certainty in your plans.

Key Differentiators:

  • Close to popular sites and transportation terminals
  • There’s a fitness center and swimming pool
  • Helpful concierge

Customer’s Review:

Been checked in at this hotel few times. Friendly front desk staffs. Spacious room. Comfortable bed with 4 pillows. About the bathroom, showered with high water pressure. Not to worry about the food cause on the left or right and in front of the hotel full of restaurants. Definitely will repeat my stay in future.

Tan Kok Boon

6. The Southern Boutique Hotel

The Southern Boutique Hotel- Budget Hotel Penang
The Southern Boutique Hotel- Budget Hotel Penang (Credit: The Southern Boutique Hotel)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttps://thesouthern.com.my/
Address108, Jalan Muntri 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-262 0770
Emailbooking@thesouthern.com.my
Operating hoursAlways open

Another inexpensive hotel in Penang that you should consider is the Southern Boutique Hotel. Each room at this budget accommodation has updated designs and contemporary facilities, making it ideal for cost-conscious visitors. The Superior Deluxe Room is ideal for couples, while the Family Room is perfect for a family of four.

Key Differentiators:

  • Promotions
  • Stylish Interior
  • Romantic atmosphere

Customer’s Review:

What a beautiful room! I like the interior and its cozy place. Good staff also ! Will come again with my families .. ❤️

Amelia Zulkeflee

7. Areca Hotel Penang

Areca Hotel Penang- Budget Hotel Penang
Areca Hotel Penang- Budget Hotel Penang (Credit: Areca Hotel Penang)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttps://www.arecahotelpenang.com/
AddressNo 5, Jalan Khoo Sian Ewe 10050 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-261 0050
Emailinfo@arecahotelpenang.com
Operating hoursAlways open

Areca Hotel Penang is a budget hotel in Penang. It’s named after the Penang palm tree (also known as Areca-nut palm), which grows abundantly all over Malaysia.

The hotel, which is embellished in historic and cultural motifs, has four distinct types of rooms and should definitely be on your list for hotels.

Key Differentiators:

  • Family friendly Hotel 
  • Luxury bath products
  • Historic building

Customer’s Review:

Location is central to attractions in Georgetown plus the luxury bath soap & hair wash. The front-desk are very helpful. Pay attention to the room size when booking, there are different types of rooms.

Haiza M Noor

8. Kimberley Hotel Georgetown

Kimberley Hotel Georgetown- Budget Hotel Penang
Kimberley Hotel Georgetown- Budget Hotel Penang (Credit: Kimberley Hotel Georgetown’s Facebook)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/kimberleyhotelgeorgetown/
AddressNo 36, Jalan Sungai Ujong. 10100 George Town, Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-263 6688
Emailinfo@kimberleyhotel.com.my
Operating hoursDaily 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM

The Kimberley Hotel Georgetown was established as a full-service luxury hotel that aimed to accommodate low-income tourists, and it may have been the first central George Town property to prove that money does not always imply lack of luxury and comfort.

The rooms here are all spacious, comfy, and have plush beds, en-suite bathrooms with rain showers, and a lot more than you would expect. The spread of the breakfast buffet alone is worth the money you spend.  

Key Differentiators:

  • Good room service
  • Helpful concierge
  • Luxury atmosphere

Customer’s Review:

Convenience as the place is smacked in the centre and the bus service runs through it. Easy access to everywhere!

Alex Reza

9. MoonTree 47

MoonTree 47- Budget Hotel Penang
MoonTree 47- Budget Hotel Penang (Credit: MoonTree 47’s Facebook)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/MoonTree47/
Address47 Muntri Street,10200 Georgetown,Penang, Malaysia 10200 Penang, Malaysia
Phone+60 4-264 4021
Emailmoontree47@gmail.com

Moontree47, one of the first George Town heritage-inspired hotels, still has some of the best-priced rooms after many years. There is a lot to admire here in terms of quality and attention to detail, and the owner is kind and knowledgeable.

You’ll be living in a stunning Penang shophouse with flair and within walking distance to everything that matters in George Town.

Key Differentiators:

  • Romantic atmosphere
  • Thoughtful amenities
  • Great Service

Customer’s Review:

Best place I’ve ever stayed in another country, great vibe, great room ! Lovin it

Dusa Fucahala

10. The LOV Penang

The LOV Penang- Budget Hotel Penang
The LOV Penang- Budget Hotel Penang (Credit: The LOV Penang’s Facebook)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/TheLovPenang/
Address296, Jalan Tun Dr Awang, South Homes, 11980 Bayan Lepas, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia
Phone+60 13-447 6677
Emailthelovpenang@gmail.com

The LOV Penang is a budget hotel near Penang Airport. The rooms accommodate up to three people and are large and comfortable. You may also reserve a whole dorm room, which is quite an excellent bargain.

Key Differentiators:

  • Cozy Environment 
  • Available now for rent by Hourly, Rooms, Villa & Events bookings
  • Perfect for get away or work purpose

Customer’s Review:

very nice and comfortable house..feeling like home sweet home..suitable for a family..family gathering/wedding/event..my kids love this house so much ❤

Nadhirah Mohd Sarifuddin

Budget Hotel Penang 

Budget Hotel Penang are perfect for visitors who want to explore the city and its attractions without spending too much. All of the budget hotels in our list offer comfortable rooms, helpful staff, and excellent value for money. So if you’re looking for a place to stay in Penang, be sure to check out these great budget options!

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