Top Hostels in Penang in 2026

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Our top choices for Penang hostels

A narrow alleyway with multiple hanging pendant lights, a wooden shuttered window, and a visible sign for 'KELIART'.

1. The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

Downtown George Town

Princessdee

฿798 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A building with a prominent sign for "Burma Hotel" and "Wisma Aisama."

2. Burmahtel - Hotel

Downtown George Town

Azhan

฿1,209 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A street sign for Jalan Dinding in George Town, indicating the address 10050 P. Pinang.

3. KITA Hostel

Downtown George Town

"The hostel is clean and the rooms are spacious. The staff are fantastic, always very helpful and kind. The location is excellent, just a 10-minute walk from Komtar station. Right in front of the hostel there is a restaurant where you can eat one of the best nasi kandar dishes. The price of the hostel is very affordable. I highly recommend it, and if I ever come back to George Town, I would definitely stay here again. "

Emiliano

A room with a round white table surrounded by four stools, a wooden table with chairs, and a wall-mounted electrical outlet.

4. Pine Armenian

Downtown George Town

Tai-Lon

A heritage house with a sign indicating it is number 123.

5. Heritage House 123

Downtown George Town

A hotel room with two beds, a checkered floor, a large window with a view, and a desk with a lamp.

6. The 60

Downtown George Town

Peter

฿361 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A narrow corridor with tables and chairs, lanterns hanging from the ceiling, and posters on the walls.

7. Dou Houz - Hostel

Downtown George Town

Patrick

฿679 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A room with a large mirror, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

8. Red Inn Court - Hostel

Downtown George Town

Naomi

฿696 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A multi-story hotel named "Victoria Inn" with a classic architectural style, featuring large windows and a prominent entrance.

9. Victoria Inn

Downtown George Town

Somjate

฿1,077 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A person cutting a fruit, possibly a durian, on a table with newspapers underneath.

10. Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Downtown George Town

Robert

฿691 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A room with a bunk bed, a small table with a stool, a patterned rug, and a wooden cabinet.

11. Mypintu

Downtown George Town

Kamal

A spacious indoor corridor with tiled floors, potted plants, and multiple fans on the walls.

12. YMCA Penang

Downtown George Town

Hwa

฿1,329 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

13. Thirty Three Stewart Houze

Downtown George Town

Anonymous traveller

฿1,167 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

14. Palette Pink Cabana George Town

Downtown George Town

Xiao Fang

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and pillows, a dark headboard, and a patterned wallpaper.

15. Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport

Bayan Lepas

Low

฿831 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A bunk bed with a ladder, a white mattress, and a rolled-up towel.

16. 39 Love Lane - Smart Intelligent Inn

Downtown George Town

฿950 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

17. Rope Walk Guesthouse - Hostel

Downtown George Town

Anonymous traveller

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants.

18. Apollo Inn - Hostel

Downtown George Town

Dini

A modern interior with a sofa set, hanging plants, and a bar area.

19. Tido Hostel Penang

Downtown George Town

"I had a good stay at Tido's. Highlights have definitely been the easy-going reception staff as well the lovely common area on the top floor. I would recommend anyone visiting Penang to stay here. It's centrally located and has a 24 hour reception. The staff are accommodating and the area itself is convenient. The only wish for improvement is for the toilets and bathrooms to be cleaned daily. But in general the hostel is well kept :)"

Anonymous traveller

A modern cafe with wooden furniture and hanging lights.

20. Minima 8

Downtown George Town

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Top Penang Hotel Reviews

AC Hotel by Marriott Penang

10/10 Excellent

"The property was located inside a shopping mall. There were so many different choices of restaurants that you really never needed to leave the building. There was even a grocery store. Also, there were several floors containing many different kinds of goods for sale."

Muntri Grove

8/10 Good

"This is a little hidden gem in the heart of Georgetown - perfectly located for exploring and enjoying the enthralling historic city. The staff were fantastic, the room was very spacious, functional and clean - the highlight being the clever use of the legacy building and the decoration and features to match (with modern touches, including aircon). Some will find the sound of the nightlife till the small hours off-putting perhaps, and the amenities are basic although they include a lovely little pool/patio area. The lack of onsite catering is an irrelevance as there is a plethora of options right on the doorstep, with helpful advice & guidance available from reception. A really comfortable and relaxing base for a Penang adventure."