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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 September (€22).

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

The cheapest day to stay in George Town is Wednesday (€6). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is €23.
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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 €9 per night. There is currently one property in George Town that can be booked for this price. Red Inn Court is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in George Town. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025
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Red Inn Court
Red Inn Court

Red Inn Court

No. 35B & 35C, Jalan Mesjid, George Town, Malaysia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€9
Avg. per night
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Tido Hostel Penang
Tido Hostel Penang

Tido Hostel Penang

106, Jalan Argyll, George Town, Malaysia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€10
Avg. per night
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Ymca Penang
Ymca Penang

Ymca Penang

211, Jalan Macalister, George Town, Malaysia
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€28
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
€65
Avg. per night
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Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive
Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive

Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive

278a Lebuh Victoria, George Town, Malaysia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€23
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
7.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€18
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
11.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€156
Avg. per night
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Betel Nut Lodge
Betel Nut Lodge

Betel Nut Lodge

George Town, Malaysia
0.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€32
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
€53
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
€18
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 9 June 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 September 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 €10 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 8.0/10 from 514 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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