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George Town, Malaysia
Feb 27 — Feb 282
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Tips for booking hostels in George Town

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in George Town. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on February 20, 2025.
Cheapest month:August
Most expensive month:May
Average price in George Town:$18/night
Cheapest price found:$4/night
Cheapest day:Sunday
Most expensive day:Saturday
$6 - $35
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$10 - $26
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hostels in George Town, Malaysia

Discover affordable stays in George Town that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in George Town can be found for as low as $8 per night. There is currently one property in George Town that can be booked for this price. Muntri House by Virtue Hospitality is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in George Town. Price data was last updated on February 20, 2025
These George Town properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
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Muntri House by Virtue Hospitality
Muntri House by Virtue Hospitality

Muntri House by Virtue Hospitality

No 48, Muntri Street, George Town, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$8
Avg. per night
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Ymca Penang
Ymca Penang

Ymca Penang

211, Jalan Macalister, George Town, Malaysia
1.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$21
Avg. per night
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Tido Hostel Penang
Tido Hostel Penang

Tido Hostel Penang

106, Jalan Argyll, George Town, Malaysia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$21
Avg. per night
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Wassup Youth Hostel
Wassup Youth Hostel

Wassup Youth Hostel

No.495E Jalan Penang, George Town, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$27
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in George Town

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in George Town. There are 1,488 properties in George Town and price data was last updated on February 20, 2025. The average price for a hotel in George Town is $18/night.
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Flamingo Hotel by the Beach, Penang
Flamingo Hotel by the Beach, Penang

Flamingo Hotel by the Beach, Penang

Jalan Tanjung Bungah, George Town, Malaysia
4.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$43
Avg. per night
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Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang
Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

Sunway Hotel Georgetown Penang

33, New Lane, (Off Macalister Road), George Town, Malaysia
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$60
Avg. per night
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G Hotel Kelawai
G Hotel Kelawai

G Hotel Kelawai

2 Persiaran Maktab, George Town, Malaysia
2.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$93
Avg. per night
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The Heritage Old House
The Heritage Old House

The Heritage Old House

59 Lebuh Kimberley, George Town, Malaysia
0.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$19
Avg. per night
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Rainbow Paradise Beach Resort
Rainbow Paradise Beach Resort

Rainbow Paradise Beach Resort

527, Jalan Tanjung Bungah, George Town, Malaysia
4.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$38
Avg. per night
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Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

Jalan Batu Feringgi, George Town, Malaysia
7.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$163
Avg. per night
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Betel Nut Lodge
Betel Nut Lodge

Betel Nut Lodge

George Town, Malaysia
0.1 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$43
Avg. per night
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Moustachz Hauze , Georgetown
Moustachz Hauze , Georgetown

Moustachz Hauze , Georgetown

24, Campbell Street, George Town, Malaysia
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
$9
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in George Town

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Facts about staying in George Town

Find useful tips and insights about staying in George Town to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on February 20, 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in George Town?

    On average, it’s $19/night for a hostel in George Town, though $14/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $5/night in George Town. Try to avoid booking your hostel in September (the most expensive month). Booking in February (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in George Town?

    Based on our data, Wassup Youth Hostel is the best George Town hostel, with a rating of 7.0/10 from 3,011 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Penang Intl Airport?

    If you’re looking for hostels in George Town that aren’t far from Penang Intl Airport, then the closest one is Ymca Penang, which is 9.0 mi away.

  • What is the most popular hostel in George Town closest to Gurney Drive?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Gurney Drive while in George Town, then opt for the popular Wassup Youth Hostel with a 7.0/10 review score from 3,011 users. The distance from Gurney Drive to Wassup Youth Hostel is 1.8 mi.

  • Should I stay in a George Town hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in George Town is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

  • Does George Town have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, George Town has 1 hostel with “Pool” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Wassup Youth Hostel is the most popular George Town hostel with this amenity.

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