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Best George Town hostels

Ymca Penang - George Town - Bedroom
Ymca Penang
George Town, Malaysia
8.1Very Good(519)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£24+
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Minima 8 - George Town - Bedroom
Minima 8
George Town, Malaysia
8.1Very Good(146)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£33+
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Swing & Pillows - Penang Road, Georgetown Penang - George Town - Bedroom
Swing & Pillows - Penang Road, Georgetown Penang
George Town, Malaysia
7.7Good(390)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£22+
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Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street - George Town - Bedroom
Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street
George Town, Malaysia
7.5Good(479)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£16+
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Mypintu - George Town - Dining room
Mypintu
George Town, Malaysia
8.7Very Good(28)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£11+
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St Hostel - George Town - Living room
St Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
8.8Very Good(132)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£6+
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Island Hostel - George Town - Bedroom
Island Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
8.5Very Good(28)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£17+
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The 80's Guesthouse - George Town
The 80's Guesthouse
George Town, Malaysia
8.3Very Good(961)
Free Wi-Fi
£9+
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Homs Female Hostel - George Town
Homs Female Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
9.3Wonderful(164)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£9+
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Great Shanghai Guest House - George Town
Great Shanghai Guest House
George Town, Malaysia
8.2Very Good(449)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£45+
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Cheerful Guesthouse #adventist#budgetstay - George Town
Cheerful Guesthouse #adventist#budgetstay
George Town, Malaysia
8.1Very Good(7)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£16+
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Aayu Beach St - George Town
Aayu Beach St
George Town, Malaysia
9.1Wonderful(292)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£10+
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Sogor Female Dormitory - George Town
Sogor Female Dormitory
George Town, Malaysia
9.4Wonderful(114)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£13+
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Nice Inn - George Town
Nice Inn
George Town, Malaysia
8.1Very Good(250)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£20+
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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
8.5Very Good(407)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£16+
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Aayu Seckchuan George Town Penang - George Town
Aayu Seckchuan George Town Penang
George Town, Malaysia
8.8Very Good(172)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£14+
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Aayu Chulia - George Town
Aayu Chulia
George Town, Malaysia
8.8Very Good(824)
£14+
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Tido Hostel Penang - George Town - Bathroom
Tido Hostel Penang
George Town, Malaysia
7.3Good(951)
£13+
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Dou Houz Georgetown - George Town - Restaurant
Dou Houz Georgetown
George Town, Malaysia
8.2Very Good(1056)
£20+
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The 60 - George Town - Bedroom
The 60
George Town, Malaysia
6.9Okay(207)
£16+
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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.

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

Sunday offers the lowest rates in George Town, with an average nightly price of £4. The highest prices are found on Thursday, with average rates at £32.

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How much is a George Town hostel?

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February
January
£12
£12
Cheapest month to stay with an average 27% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 67% 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 October and December.
  • 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 Tuesday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Wednesday.

FAQs when booking a hostel in George Town

  • What are the best hostels near Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion?

    Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion is a popular area in George Town and there are many hostels closeby. Check out Aayu Chulia or Tido Hostel Penang for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion.

  • 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 £29 compared to £58 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in George Town?

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