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Our top choices for Balik Pulau hostels

Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

1. 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 84
AED 92 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
Exterior

2. 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 100
AED 128 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Burmahtel - Hotel
Interior

3. The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (47 reviews)
"Excellent location, walkable to many places, very neat and clean rooms, helpful staff. Mr. Yaseen is super nice. Neighboring to a laundromat and a 24/7 Transmart. I have no objections. However they have wooden floors, if you are a light sleeper then that might be an issue for you"
United States
Muhammad Zarwan
The price is AED 62
AED 79 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
Interior

4. 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 105
AED 135 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
YMCA Penang
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom | WiFi (free)

5. Muntri Inn by Soft Loft

Muntri Inn by Soft Loft
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is AED 60
AED 76 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Muntri Inn by Soft Loft
Exterior

6. 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 56
AED 78 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Dou Houz - Hostel
Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), individually decorated

7. A Cozy Club Penang

A Cozy Club Penang
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is AED 56
AED 72 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
A Cozy Club Penang
Deluxe Triple Room | WiFi (free)

8. 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 44
AED 50 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The 60
Outdoor dining

9. 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 76 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
Front of property

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 AED 95
AED 114 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Victoria Inn
Twin (Shared Bathroom) | Down comforters, in-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request)

11. 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 56
AED 72 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Red Inn Court - Hostel
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Top Balik Pulau Hotel Reviews

The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

10/10 Excellent
"This was a beautiful hotel and the bedroom was spotless - as were all the communal areas. The Glasshouse was a lovely place to eat and drink and the staff could not have been more welcoming and friendly. There are roadworks around the property right now but this is not really an issue once you’re inside so don’t let this put you off."
Nicola 2-night trip
Posted 22 hours ago
The Prestige Hotel 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: Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang - 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from the heart of Balik Pulau. Located within a 5-minute walk of KOMTAR. Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk.
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 Hin Bus Depot Art Centre, Penang State Museum, 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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