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Our top choices for Balik Pulau hostels

Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport

Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
2.0 star property
Bayan Lepas
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (6 reviews)
"Nice property "
Malaysia
Low
The price is AED 91
AED 110 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
Interior

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (44 reviews)
"Miss Yang at the front desk is very kind and helpful. The location is within easy access to everything, there are a great variety of food options around."
United States
Mei
The price is AED 74
AED 91 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
Exterior

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 AED 93
AED 122 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Dou Houz - Hostel
Outdoor dining

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"The staff treated me as a family member. I loved my stay at Cocoa Mews. "
Canada
Robert
The price is AED 55
AED 75 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
Exterior

Kooning - Hostel

Kooning - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"The room I get was so cool in design, I really like it"
Malaysia
Anonymous traveler
The price is AED 151
AED 190 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Kooning - Hostel
Deluxe Triple Room | Free WiFi

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 AED 59
AED 75 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
The 60
Suite | Premium bedding, desk, soundproofing, free WiFi

Palette Pink Cabana George Town

Palette Pink Cabana George Town
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (146 reviews)
"Conveniently located and nice if you need a place to rest."
United States
Xiao Fang
The price is AED 66
AED 89 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Palette Pink Cabana George Town
Exterior

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 AED 96
AED 124 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Burmahtel - Hotel
Interior

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 AED 108
AED 140 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
YMCA Penang
Front of property

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 AED 95
AED 114 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Victoria Inn
Twin (Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Red Inn Court - Hostel

Red Inn Court - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (79 reviews)
"Had own air conditioned room with bathroom. Great location"
Canada
Naomi
The price is AED 59
AED 76 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Red Inn Court - Hostel
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Top Balik Pulau Hotel Reviews

Cititel Penang

Cititel Penang

8/10 Good
"The pool is nice the signs to go to the gym are poor there is a shanty rundown former spa area that needs to be sealed off The bathrooms have unexpected ridges tripping hazard Breakfast area is chaotic"
Ruchi 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Cititel Penang

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Balik Pulau?
You might like the nightly rates at this top accommodation in the area, which gets good reviews from our guests: JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La - 8.5 mi (13.7 km) from the heart of Balik Pulau. Located within a 10-minute walk of KOMTAR. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and tour assistance at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Balik Pulau?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually May and June with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Balik Pulau are November, October, May, and September, with each month seeing an average of 13 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Balik Pulau?
Get out into nature with places like Penang Hill, Penang National Park, and Teluk Bahang Beach. Cultural attractions include Penang State Museum, Hin Bus Depot Art Centre, and Owl Museum. Locals like to shop at Queensbay Mall and Chit Tiau Lor Ban San.
What's the best way to get to and around Balik Pulau while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Balik Pulau in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Penang Intl. Airport (PEN), 4.3 mi (7 km) away from the city center.

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