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14 Aug - 16 Aug
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21 Aug - 23 Aug
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4 Sep - 6 Sep
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Our top choices for Butterworth hostels

Interior

1. 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 62
AED 78 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
Exterior

2. 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 81
AED 107 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Dou Houz - Hostel
Outdoor dining

3. 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
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
Deluxe Triple Room | WiFi (free)

4. 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 42
AED 47 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
The 60
Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

5. 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 81
AED 90 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
Exterior

6. 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 143
AED 182 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Kooning - Hostel
Exterior

7. 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 90
AED 117 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Burmahtel - Hotel
Interior

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 AED 119
AED 151 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
YMCA Penang
Front of property

9. 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 94
AED 113 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Victoria Inn
Twin (Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

10. 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
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Red Inn Court - Hostel
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Top Butterworth Hotel Reviews

Le Dream Boutique Hotel

Le Dream Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean room - helpful staff - easy 24h check in"
Hamza 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Le Dream Boutique Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Butterworth?
You may like the nightly rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which has good reviews from our customers: Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City by IHG - 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from the heart of Butterworth. 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 Butterworth?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually March and May with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Butterworth are November, October, December, and May, with each month seeing an average of 12 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Butterworth?
Generally, Butterworth is known for its many birds, white sand beaches, and canoes. Get out into nature with places like Robina Eco Park, Tanjung Bungah Beach, and Penang Hill. Cultural attractions include Penang State Museum, Pinaon Time Tunnel, and Hin Bus Depot Art Centre. Locals like to shop at Sunway Carnival Mall and Pasar Chowrasta.
What's the best way to get to and around Butterworth while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Butterworth on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Penang Intl. Airport (PEN), 13.2 mi (21.2 km) from the city center. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transit to get around. If you're eager to check out more of the surrounding area, make your way to Penang Sentral to hop on a train.

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