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Our top choices for Balik Pulau hostels

Garden
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (43)
"Great value for the cost "
United States
Maricarmen
The price is ￥3,206
￥3,949 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
Basic Shared Dormitory | Living area
Mypintu

Mypintu

Mypintu
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
5.0 out of 10, (2)
"I arrived to this property after midnight, but the owner welcomed me with a smile. He even prepared me a tea in the morning, explained how to explore George Town in a day (coz I was there for one day only), even help me sorted with my lost baggage issues. Would stay more days in the future trip to Penang."
United Kingdom
Kamal
The price is ￥1,628
￥2,382 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Mypintu
Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport

Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport

Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
2.0 star property
Bayan Lepas
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (5)
"Nice property "
Malaysia
Low
The price is ￥7,563
￥8,629 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Dou Houz - Hostel

Dou Houz - Hostel

Dou Houz - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (20)
"Good location and great staff"
Canada
Patrick
The price is ￥2,917
￥3,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Dou Houz - Hostel
Dining
Red Inn Court - Hostel

Red Inn Court - Hostel

Red Inn Court - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (79)
"Had own air conditioned room with bathroom. Great location"
Canada
Naomi
Red Inn Court - Hostel
Exterior
KITA Hostel

KITA Hostel

KITA Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is ￥1,153
￥1,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
KITA Hostel
Front of property
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (49)
"The staff treated me as a family member. I loved my stay at Cocoa Mews. "
Canada
Robert
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
Property grounds
Minima 8

Minima 8

Minima 8
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is ￥4,059
￥4,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Minima 8
Interior
YMCA International Hostel

YMCA International Hostel

YMCA International Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (74)
"Pharmacy within premises. Drinking water machines. "
Malaysia
Hwa
The price is ￥4,925
￥6,309 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
YMCA International Hostel
Family Deluxe | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Burmahtel - Hotel

Burmahtel - Hotel

Burmahtel - Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.0 out of 10, Good, (39)
"Parking a bit tight, its underground. Lifts are confusing at first with no proper labeling. Huge and clean room, basic amenities. Small window. "
Malaysia
Azhan
Burmahtel - Hotel
Reception
Victoria Inn

Victoria Inn

Victoria Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (42)
"Good location, very near Jetty. Clean rooms."
Thailand
Somjate
Victoria Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Balik Pulau Hostels information

Number of reviews
105
Accommodation
35 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥1,707
Highest Price
￥8,629

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Balik Pulau?
You might like the nightly rates at this top accommodation in the area, which gets good reviews from our guests: JEN Penang Georgetown by Shangri-La - 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from the heart of Balik Pulau. Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Balik Pulau?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually May and June with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Balik Pulau are November, October, May, and September, with each month seeing an average of 13 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Balik Pulau?
Get out into nature with places like Penang Hill, Penang National Park, and Teluk Bahang Beach. Cultural attractions include Hin Bus Depot Art Centre, Penang State Museum, and Owl Museum. Locals like to shop at Queensbay Mall and Chit Tiau Lor Ban San.
What's the best way to get to and around Balik Pulau while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Balik Pulau in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Penang Intl. Airport (PEN), 4.3 mi (7 km) away from the city center.