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Hostel Penang
Looking for a great place to stay in Penang? Check out our list of the 10 Best Hostels in Penang! These hostels offer excellent value for money, and will make your stay in Penang a memorable one.
1. House of Journey Hostel & Guesthouse
| Key Services | Hostel Penang |
| Website | https://m.facebook.com/houseofjourneyspenang/ |
| Address | Pulau Pinang, 10450 George Town, Penang, Malaysia |
| Phone | +60 4-262 1399 |
| houseofjourneyspenang@gmail.com |
House of Journey Hostel & Guesthouse is a family-run inn. They offer modern conveniences like waterfall-style showers and outlets for each room. The restored interior of the 1850s-era building gives you authentic Georgetown charm. Their team, which is made up of locals and frequent travelers, enjoys advising tourists on things to do in Penang.
Key Differentiators:
- Free Wifi in every room
- Free breakfast
- Self-Catering Facilities
- 24 Hour Security
Customer Testimonial:
âI had a very nice stay in this hostel. Even though it has been a while since I have been there, I have wonderfull memories. The staff was so kind and even helped me to get back my bag when I accendentaly left it there and thought I would never see it again. Also a great location and comfortable rooms. In conclusion: definitely would reccomend.â
Mara Tâjoen
2. Drippinâ Dragon Hostel
| Key Services | Hostel Penang |
| Website | https://drippin-dragon-hostel.business.site/ |
| Address | 32, Jalan Hutton, George Town, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia |
| Phone | +60 4-261 0416 |
| Operating Hours | 8AMâ12AM Daily |
Drippinâ Dragon Hostel serves their guests a relaxing and one of a kind staying experience. They have a 150-year-old gem of a history building at 32 Jalan Hutton, in the heart of George Townâs UNESCO World Heritage, to present you with a brand-new and unique experience.
Key Differentiators:
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast
- Pet-friendly
Customer Testimonial:
âAwesome hostel. The people working there are really kind. The owner a great artist. The hostel have a pool that itâs excelent for hot days (every day between 2 and 6pm haha). The only thing I would change is that the mattress are a little bit hard, the rest, excelent.â
Juan Fiol
3. Rope Walk Guest House
| Key Services | Hostel Penang |
| Website | https://m.facebook.com/atticropewalker |
| Address | 78, Jalan Pintal Tali, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia |
| Phone | +60 4-264 5769 |
| ropewalk78@gmail.com |
Rope Walk Guest House has a Colonial-style structure in an area featuring cafes and restaurants. Their private rooms can accommodate up to three people and some have city views. They have updated rooms with vibrant decor come with TVs and bathrooms with showers. There is a TV in the living room. There are options for both airport transportation and bike rentals.
Key Differentiators:
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Airport Shuttle
- Restaurant
Customer Testimonial:
âVery good! Especially friendly and funny host! I highly recommend it! We even extended our stay to a full week.â
Eva Walkner
4. The 80âs Guesthouse
| Key Services | Hostel Penang |
| Website | https://www.the80sguesthouse.com/ |
| Address | 46, Love Ln, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia |
| Phone | +60 4-263 8806 |
| the80s.guesthouse@gmail.com |
The 80âs Guesthouse has an industrial chic interior. They have streamlined mixed-gender and female-only dorms are gender-neutral and come with Wi-Fi, bedding, bunk beds, and lockers. Their restrooms are shared. In private rooms, two persons can snooze. There are courtyards and a TV lounge with a retro motif as amenities.
Key Differentiators:
- Full-service laundry
- Smoke-free environment
- Free breakfast
- Kid-friendly
Customer Testimonial:
âIâm currently on my day three stay at the guest house. The ambience and the comfort of the room is very good. I slept well every night. They provided proper breakfast for the guest and everything is very neat and clean. The price per room is quite affordable. Would totally come again for the next trip in the future.â
Ezzah Kadijah
5. Roomies Suites
| Key Services | Hostel Penang |
| Website | http://www.roomiespenang.com/ |
| Address | Eden Parade, 9B, 1, Jalan Sungai Emas, Kawasan Perumahan Sungai Emas, 11100 Batu Ferringhi, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia |
| Phone | +60 4-881 1344 |
| stayatroomies@gmail.com | |
| Operating Hours | 24 Hours Daily |
Roomies Suites is chic boutique hotel that is popular for its cooking workshops. Flat-screen TVs with on-demand movies, Wi-Fi, minifridges, and amenities for making tea and coffee are all features of the cozy rooms. Rainfall showers are in the bathrooms. Some houses have sleeping lofts. Food for breakfast is provided by the hotelâs own farm. There is a lively lounge and a rooftop deck.
Key Differentiators:
- Free WiFi
- Free Breakfast
- Air Conditioning
- Kid-Friendly
Customer Testimonial:
âJudging from the exterior, I was worried that I made a wrong decision as I wanted a budget hotel because Iâll be spending most of my times outsides. But after checked in, I was completely in awe. So much of effort for just a 2 stars budget hotel. Room was small but pretty. The interior design was so cool and the toilet was pleasantly clean. Will definitely visit again!â
Menake Nair
6. Wassup Youth Hostel
| Key Services | Hostel Penang |
| Website | https://m.facebook.com/wassupyouthhostel |
| Address | 495, Jln Penang, George Town, 10000 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia |
| Phone | +60 4-261 8611 |
| wassupyouthhostel@gmail.com |
Wassup Youth Hostel is an affordable hostel from the cityâs core. Fort Cornwallis, built in the 18th century, is just 2 miles away. Simple dorms offer lockers, reading lamps, public restrooms, and free WiFi. Private rooms include safes, minifridges, and safes in addition to flat-screen TVs and bathrooms with attached bathrooms.
Key Differentiators:
- Free WiFi
- Full-service laundry
- Air conditioning
Customer Testimonial:
âWorth to stay. Many facilities provided here and in rooms too.It just walking distance to KOMTAR, supermarket, and restaurant.. Parking just behind the building. I would prefer this hotel again during my stay in Georgetown.â
Adam Aidil
7. Ryokan Muntri Boutique Hostel
| Key Services | Hostel Penang |
| Website | https://ryokanmuntri-boutique-hostel.business.site/ |
| Address | 62, Muntri St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia |
| Phone | +60 12-410 7817 |
| Operating Hours | 7AMâ11PM Daily |
A fantastic experience is provided by Ryokan Muntri Boutique Hostel. The restrooms and rooms are both immaculately clean. They deliver a booking assistance. The hostel is a short walk from the âred garden,â a fantastic restaurant, and from âlove lane,â a popular street with restaurants and bars.
Key Differentiators:
- Free WiFi
- Free Breakfast
- Air Conditioning
Customer Testimonial:
âHighly recommended. The location is wonderful â easy walking distance to everything in Georgetown while the actual hostel is on a very quiet street. The showers/restrooms were very clean as were the rooms. Good variety of travelers. Friendly and helpful staff, great security. Amazing breakfast with lots of tasty coffee and an incredible patio area in the morning/evening. Stay here!â
Matthew Upton
8. The Frame Guesthouse
| Key Services | Hostel Penang |
| Website | https://www.theframeguesthouse.com/ |
| Address | 168, Chulia St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia |
| Phone | +60 4-263 8807 |
| theframe.guesthouse@gmail.com |
The Frame Guesthouse is convenient to the majority of well-known tourist sites. Historically significant three-story shophouses that originally housed a frame makerâs shop surround it. This roomâs rough, peeling walls and the remnants of removed electrical components left visible on the wall surface were left in substantial portions.
Key Differentiators:
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free environment
- Kid-friendly
Customer Testimonial:
âStayed 3 nights in a queen room with shared bedroom. Room and surrounding is clean. Itâs an old heritage building, the floors are made of wood. You can hear the foot step quite clearly but usually by 11pm ish the place is pretty quiet. Comes with a nice pantry with facilities to make hot drinks, toast, microwave and also free drinking water. Good location, walking distance to loads of street food and you can also opt to park your scooter/bicycle indoors. Loads of scooter/bicycle rentals down the road. The staff are always very helpful and friendly.â
9. Moon Tree 47
| Key Services | Hostel Penang |
| Website | https://m.facebook.com/MoonTree47/ |
| Address | 47, Muntri St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang, Malaysia |
| Phone | +60 4-264 4021 |
| Operating Hours | Wednesday Closed, Monday to Sunday 9AMâ5PM |
Moon Tree 47 has a posh French hotel, and imperial China decor. The owner is really friendly and helpful. All of the hotel service members were friendly and helpful. Each room is unique; some have little bathrooms, others have tiny staircases, one has a balcony while the other does not.
Key Differentiators:
- Free WiFi
- Smoke-free property
- Restaurant
- Kid-friendly
Customer Testimonial:
âThe hostel/hotel is an old building that was renovated by the owner and itâs stunning. It has a cafe/bar too and I enjoyed staying there with other travelers and ownerâs cats when outside was too hot. Also Itâs in the heart of Georgetown so you can just step outside and sightsee or get easy access to anywhere. Finally, the owner is very friendly and knows well about Penang. He helped me a lot when i lost my phone too. That was very sweet. So, I would say this is the place to go if you want an authentic stay and good people experience!â
Fuka
10. YMCA Penang
| Key Services | Hostel Penang |
| Website | http://www.ymcapg.com/ |
| Address | 211, Jalan Macalister, George Town, 10400 George Town, Pulau Pinang, Malaysia |
| Phone | +60 4-228 8211 |
| hostel@ymcapg.com |
YMCA Penang offers a relaxing atmosphere to their visitors. Relaxed individual rooms with en suite bathrooms, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, and a straightforward style. A cafĂŠ and a restaurant are present. There are also a court and a badminton room.
Key Differentiators:
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Restaurant
- Smoke-free property
Customer Testimonial:
âClean, friendly, and central place to stay. Badminton courts available, newly renovated. Indoor shoes only.â
Christopher Lau
Hostel Penang
Hostel Penang is a great place to stay while exploring the city of Georgetown. All of the hostels weâve listed offer free WiFi, air conditioning, and smoke-free environments. Some are also kid-friendly. Be sure to inquire about each hostelâs offerings!
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