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Travel insights for hostels in George Town

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in George Town including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in George Town?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in George Town is March (€3). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in George Town is June (€15).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in George Town?

The cheapest day to stay in George Town is Thursday (€4). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is €21.
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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 €27 per night. There is currently one property in George Town that can be booked for this price. Ymca Penang is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in George Town. Price data was last updated on 9 September 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in George Town for the selected dates. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
Ymca Penang
Ymca Penang

Ymca Penang

211, Jalan Macalister, George Town, Malaysia
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€27
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in George Town

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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
11.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€145
Avg. per night
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Muntri Mews
Muntri Mews

Muntri Mews

No.77, Lebuh Muntri, George Town, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€42
Avg. per night
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Kim Haus Loft
Kim Haus Loft

Kim Haus Loft

9 Campbell Street, George Town, Malaysia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€19
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
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€49
Avg. per night
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Profolio @ Straits Quay
Profolio @ Straits Quay

Profolio @ Straits Quay

3H-1-2, Straits Quay, George Town, Malaysia
5.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€59
Avg. per night
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Sky Hive Cozy Apartment Suite, Georgetown
Sky Hive Cozy Apartment Suite, Georgetown

Sky Hive Cozy Apartment Suite, Georgetown

George Town, Malaysia
2.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€37
Avg. per night
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Sunrise Gurney Penang
Sunrise Gurney Penang

Sunrise Gurney Penang

George Town, Malaysia
2.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Pool
€92
Avg. per night
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Islander Lodge By Lwe
Islander Lodge By Lwe

Islander Lodge By Lwe

George Town, Malaysia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€14
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in George Town

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within George Town to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 9 September 2025.
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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 9 September 2025.

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

    €12/night is an average price for a hostel in George Town throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in August is the most expensive month to book, and in March is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found George Town hostels for as low as €4/night. In general, George Town hostels for €11 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in George Town?

    Based on our data, Ymca Penang is the best George Town hostel, with a rating of 8.2/10 from 516 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Penang Intl Airport?

    Ymca Penang is the nearest hostel in George Town to Penang Intl Airport, at a distance of 14.4 km.

  • Should I stay in a George Town hostel?

    Staying in a George Town hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in George Town tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

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