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Our top choices for Penang Island hostels

A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a metal shelf with appliances, and potted plants.

1. The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"Lovely aesthetics Great amenities Sweet spot location Cool staff Awesome mini cafe Personal con : can get too hot in the common area upstairs"
Australia
Princessdee
The price is AED 71
AED 87 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

2. Tido Hostel by Moonknight

Tido Hostel by Moonknight
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
Tido Hostel by Moonknight
A hallway with a wooden bench, a mirror, and potted plants.

3. Muntri Inn by Soft Loft

Muntri Inn by Soft Loft
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is AED 67
AED 83 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Muntri Inn by Soft Loft
A hotel room with two beds, a checkered floor, a large window with a view, and a desk with a lamp.

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 45
AED 50 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
The 60
A narrow corridor with traditional Chinese decorations, including lanterns and calligraphy. There are bicycles parked along the side and a small table with a cup.

5. 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
Dou Houz - Hostel
A building with a prominent sign for "Burma Hotel" and "Wisma Aisama."

6. 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 103
AED 132 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Burmahtel - Hotel
A bedroom with a bed, two windows with curtains, a ceiling fan, and a framed picture on the wall.

7. 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
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Red Inn Court - Hostel
A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, potted plants, and parked cars.

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 143
AED 180 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
YMCA Penang
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a bathroom.

9. 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
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
A covered outdoor area with a table, chairs, and potted plants.

10. 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
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
A multi-story hotel named "Victoria Inn" with a classic architectural style, featuring large windows and a prominent entrance.

11. 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 85
AED 102 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Victoria Inn
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Top Penang Island Hotel Reviews

OZO George Town Penang

OZO George Town Penang

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, breakfast not the best and the rooftop pool was surprisingly chilly but otherwise a nice hotel to stay at."
Douglas 4-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
OZO George Town Penang