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Best George Town hostels

These are the best prices for 13-20 Aug.
Red Inn Court - Hostel - George Town - Building
Red Inn Court - Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
7.3Good(1774)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£13+
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Kooning - Hostel - George Town - Bedroom
Kooning - Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
8.5Very Good(1242)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£40+
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Star Lodge - George Town - Bedroom
Star Lodge
George Town, Malaysia
5.8Fair(23)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£19+
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Pine Armenian - George Town - Building
Pine Armenian
George Town, Malaysia
8.0Very Good(299)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£6+
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Tido Penang Hostel - George Town
Tido Penang Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
7.5Good(962)
Free Wi-Fi
£16+
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The 80's Guesthouse - George Town
The 80's Guesthouse
George Town, Malaysia
8.3Very Good(939)
Free Wi-Fi
£9+
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Sogor Female Dormitory - George Town
Sogor Female Dormitory
George Town, Malaysia
9.5Wonderful(120)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£13+
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Muntri House - Hostel - George Town
Muntri House - Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
5.4Fair(682)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£9+
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Cheerful Guesthouse #adventist#budgetstay - George Town
Cheerful Guesthouse #adventist#budgetstay
George Town, Malaysia
7.7Good(9)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£14+
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The Century Hostel (George Town) - George Town
The Century Hostel (George Town)
George Town, Malaysia
8.4Very Good(892)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£30+
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The Terraces by Aayu - 2 mins walk to Chulia Street - George Town
The Terraces by Aayu - 2 mins walk to Chulia Street
George Town, Malaysia
8.7Very Good(410)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£13+
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Aayu Pantai - George Town, Penang - George Town
Aayu Pantai - George Town, Penang
George Town, Malaysia
8.6Very Good(31)
Air conditioning
£14+
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39 Love Lane - Smart Intelligent Inn Georgetown - George Town
39 Love Lane - Smart Intelligent Inn Georgetown
George Town, Malaysia
8.1Very Good(21)
Air conditioning
£16+
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Milan Backpacker Hostel - George Town
Milan Backpacker Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
8.7Very Good(61)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£17+
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Panchor 6 Hostel - George Town
Panchor 6 Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
6.1Okay(89)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£11+
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Ss Two Hostel Penang - George Town
Ss Two Hostel Penang
George Town, Malaysia
6.7Okay(83)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£13+
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George Town hostels near the city centre

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Aayu Muntri - 4 mins to Chulia St George Town - George Town
Aayu Muntri - 4 mins to Chulia St George Town
George Town, Malaysia
8.2Very Good(496)
£21+
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Nice Inn - George Town
Nice Inn
George Town, Malaysia
8.1Very Good(268)
£19+
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Great Shanghai Guest House - George Town
Great Shanghai Guest House
George Town, Malaysia
7.9Good(454)
£26+
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Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street - George Town
Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street
George Town, Malaysia
8.2Very Good(520)
£12+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for hostels in George Town

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in George Town with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in George Town?

Based on hostel prices in George Town found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest month to book a hostel in George Town is April, with an average nightly rate of £13. The most expensive month is December at £20 per night.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in George Town?

Friday offers the lowest rates in George Town, with an average nightly price of £5/night. The highest prices are found on Wednesday, with average rates at £19/night.

How much is a hostel in George Town for tonight?

Based on hostel deals in George Town found by KAYAK in the last 5 days.

The cheapest deal for a hostel in George Town found by KAYAK users in the last 5 days was £14.

How early should you book a hostel in George Town?

Based on hostel prices in George Town found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

Book at least 15 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your George Town hostel.

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How much is a George Town hostel?

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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

August
January
£11
£8
Cheapest month to stay with an average 52% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 107% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding George Town hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in George Town, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in George Town in May and July.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in George Town if you stay on a Friday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Thursday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 15 days before your stay to get the best price for a George Town hostel.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Penang for 6 days.

FAQs when booking a hostel in George Town

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in George Town?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in George Town is £23 compared to £56 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in George Town?

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