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Best George Town hostels

These are the best prices for 10-17 Oct.
Red Inn Court - Hostel - George Town - Building
Red Inn Court - Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
7.2Good(1908)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£11+
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Star Lodge - George Town - Bedroom
Star Lodge
George Town, Malaysia
5.8Fair(23)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£22+
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Pine Armenian - George Town - Building
Pine Armenian
George Town, Malaysia
7.9Good(311)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£6+
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Tido Penang Hostel - George Town
Tido Penang Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
7.5Good(958)
Free Wi-Fi
£16+
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The 80's Guesthouse - George Town
The 80's Guesthouse
George Town, Malaysia
8.3Very Good(928)
Free Wi-Fi
£9+
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Cheerful Guesthouse #adventist#budgetstay - George Town
Cheerful Guesthouse #adventist#budgetstay
George Town, Malaysia
7.6Good(10)
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(940)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
£13+
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Muntri House - George Town
Muntri House
George Town, Malaysia
5.3Fair(769)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£9+
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The Terraces by Aayu - George Town
The Terraces by Aayu
George Town, Malaysia
8.7Very Good(419)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£14+
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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
8.2Very Good(21)
Air conditioning
£16+
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Panchor 6 Hostel - George Town
Panchor 6 Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
6.1Okay(92)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£13+
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Color Mixed Home Hostel - George Town
Color Mixed Home Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
6.9Okay(186)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£14+
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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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Ss Two Hostel Penang - George Town
Ss Two Hostel Penang
George Town, Malaysia
6.6Okay(83)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£16+
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Ss Hostel Penang - George Town
Ss Hostel Penang
George Town, Malaysia
6.3Okay(98)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£14+
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George Town hostels near the city centre

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Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street - George Town
Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street
George Town, Malaysia
8.2Very Good(532)
£13+
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Sogor Female Dormitory - George Town
Sogor Female Dormitory
George Town, Malaysia
9.2Wonderful(123)
£14+
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Great Shanghai Guest House - George Town
Great Shanghai Guest House
George Town, Malaysia
7.9Good(455)
£26+
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Nice Inn - George Town
Nice Inn
George Town, Malaysia
8.1Very Good(272)
£20+
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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?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in George Town is June, with an average nightly rate of £8. The most expensive month is July at £17 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 £6/night. The highest prices are found on Sunday, with average rates at £24/night.

How much is a hostel in George Town for tonight?

The cheapest deal for a hostel in George Town found by KAYAK users in the last 5 days was £6.

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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)

July
August
£13
£6
Cheapest month to stay with an average 45% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 158% 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 Monday.
  • 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 £22 compared to £59 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in George Town?

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