Hostels in Penang Island, Malaysia

23 hostels available. Prices start from $3.00 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Penang Island

Ez Social Hostel


Free Breakfast
Party Hostel Youth Hostel
"…Complementary Breakfast. Bar Happy Hour Deals available from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM. Random Fun Events such as Trivia Night, Board Games Night, Penang Street Food Night, BBQ Night etc. will be … More

House of Journey

George Town
Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller
"…Stools outside provide a smoking area and additional seating exists inside above the reception area. Piles of maps and brochures are available for the taking and a small bookshelf has a few titles … More

Muntri House

George Town
Party Hostel
"…However, if you want to venture a little bit further, you can also take the free bus to various points in the city that stops only a few hundred metres from the hostel. Rooms and Bathrooms … More
Adventure Hostels Party Hostel Solo Traveller
"…The rooms are fully air conditioned and each bed also contains a small fan. Located on the large second floor terrace, the open-air shared bathroom consists of three shower/toilet stalls, a … More

Ryokan Muntri Boutique Hostel

George Town
Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller
"…Showers are big enough for changing inside, though the doors are frosted glass, which does not deliver the best feeling of privacy. The frosted-glass door is also present in the loft dorm’s … More
Couples Older travelers (+50) Quiet Rest
"…Common Spaces Downstairs has a small amount of seating by the reception, then behind this in the kitchen area you will find many more chairs and tables, along with free tea and coffee ( … More
Party Hostel
"…Individual reading lamps and electrical plugs; Free drinking water; and More upgrades to come Staying at 111 Hutton Lane, guests are free to choose to stay either in a :- 4-Single Bunk Bed … More

Red Inn Court


Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…It's not the best in town, but not the worst either. The Location The hostel is located near a busy street, so you'll always hear the traffic. It's in the center of George Town and within … More
"…Payment: cash only 5. Cancellation policy: You can cancel the booking free of charge 1 day before your arrival. In the event of a late cancellation/no show, you will be charged the first night … More

YMCA Penang International Hostel

George Town
Free Breakfast
Female Solo Traveller
"YMCA International Hostel has a total of 70 private furnished room with air-conditioning, attached bathroom with hot/ cold shower, telephone, color TV & clothes wardrobe. Our committent … More

Tido Penang Hostel

George Town
Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller
"…Security key card system Board games Books and magazines Please take note that Tourism Tax and Local Government Tax are excluded from the room price. To be paid at property upon checking in … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Female Solo Traveller Boutique Hostel
"…Rope Walk Guest House is a heritage pre-war mansion located in the middle of Georgetown. 5~10mins walking distance to all UNESCO sites, street arts, cafes, food courts, night market, main bus … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller
"…In the dorms, there are also locking lockers. The bunks are solid with metal frames and each has an individual light, a power point, and a privacy curtain. There are sufficient showers and … More
Family-Friendly Hostel
"…There is a balcony next to the dormitory room. It is quite big and there are six chairs and two tables you can use. The internet signal doesn't reach here. There is no breakfast, no free water, … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller
"…Smoking is allowed only outside of this hostel. There is no breakfast included, and no coffee or tea. Summary This is an affordable hostel with a good location, clean rooms, slow internet, … More
"…Popular points of interest near the property include Pinang Peranakan Mansion, Prangin Mall and Komtar. The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 22 km from Cookoobird Home. **Things … More
Digital Nomads Female Solo Traveller
"…The nearest airport is Penang International Airport, 16 km from Sogor Female Dormitory. Rule 1- Strictly Female Only Rule 2- Respect Other Stayers Rule 3- Washing Machine and Dryer- STRICTLY … More

Hostels in Penang Island, Malaysia

23 hostels available. Prices start from $7.00 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know Penang Island (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Penang Island.

George Town, the main city on Penang Island, is filled with impressive historical buildings that line its streets. It is these buildings that earned the town a UNESCO World Heritage Site listing in 2008. The Chinese had a strong influence over much of the area when it was settled and as such there are some beautiful Chinese temples to visit, such as Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion and Khoo Khongsi. They are all within walking distance of each other and you can get a map from an information center that depicts all of the spots to see and how to go about them on the walking tour. Along with the Chinese architecture, you will also find some British buildings within the area such as Fort Cornwallis and the Victorian Clocktower that were built during the war.

Any trip to George Town must include a journey to the top of Penang Hill to overlook the city and the island. It is a strenuous, steep, two-hour hike to the top if you are up to the challenge. For those who want the impressive views without the hassle of the walk, you can organize for a tuk tuk driver to take you up and bring you back down. There are some other attractions that you can see around the island -- ask at the information desk about transport to and from these other attractions.

Hostels in George Town are spread throughout the city center. It is only a small place, so you are within walking distance of all attractions within the George Town city center and anything else that you may need.

Written by local enthusiast for Penang Island hostels

Written by local enthusiast for Penang Island hostels Globetrotter

Penang Island Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Penang Island, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 23
Average dorm price $14
Average private room price $27
Cheapest hostel in Penang Island Little India Heritage Villa with $6.5
Party hostels in Penang Island Ez Social Hostel (4 in total)
Most Penang Island hostels are located in George Town
Average rating of all hostels 5.7

FAQ about Penang Island Hostels

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