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Our top choices for Butterworth hostels

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

1. The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (49 reviews)
"Lovely aesthetics Great amenities Sweet spot location Cool staff Awesome mini cafe Personal con : can get too hot in the common area upstairs"
Australia
Princessdee
The price is ￥2,907
￥3,645 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table with a vase of flowers, a lamp, and a chair.

2. A Cozy Club Penang

A Cozy Club Penang
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is ￥2,454
￥3,148 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
A Cozy Club Penang
A building with a prominent sign for "Burma Hotel" and "Wisma Aisama."

3. Burmahtel - Hotel

Burmahtel - Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.0 out of 10, Good, (39 reviews)
"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
The price is ￥4,042
￥5,307 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Burmahtel - Hotel
A multi-story hotel named "Victoria Inn" with a classic architectural style, featuring large windows and a prominent entrance.

4. Victoria Inn

Victoria Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (42 reviews)
"Good location, very near Jetty. Clean rooms."
Thailand
Somjate
The price is ￥3,289
￥3,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Victoria Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a checkered floor, a large window with a view, and a desk with a lamp.

5. The 60

The 60
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"no elevator for 4 levels noisy"
United States
Peter
The price is ￥1,500
￥1,698 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
The 60
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, an air conditioning unit, and a door.

6. Muntri Inn by Soft Loft

Muntri Inn by Soft Loft
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is ￥2,333
￥3,009 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Muntri Inn by Soft Loft
A spacious indoor corridor with tiled floors, potted plants, and multiple fans on the walls.

7. YMCA Penang

YMCA Penang
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (74 reviews)
"Pharmacy within premises. Drinking water machines. "
Malaysia
Hwa
The price is ￥4,812
￥6,241 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
YMCA Penang
A person cutting a fruit, possibly a durian, on a table with newspapers underneath.

8. Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"The staff treated me as a family member. I loved my stay at Cocoa Mews. "
Canada
Robert
The price is ￥2,179
￥3,072 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
A room with a large mirror, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

9. Red Inn Court - Hostel

Red Inn Court - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (79 reviews)
"Had own air conditioned room with bathroom. Great location"
Canada
Naomi
The price is ￥2,460
￥3,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Red Inn Court - Hostel
A narrow corridor with tables and chairs, lanterns hanging from the ceiling, and posters on the walls.

10. Dou Houz - Hostel

Dou Houz - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (21 reviews)
"Good location and great staff"
Canada
Patrick
The price is ￥2,323
￥3,207 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Dou Houz - Hostel
A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and pillows, a dark headboard, and a patterned wallpaper.

11. Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport

Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
2.0 star property
Bayan Lepas
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (6 reviews)
"Nice property "
Malaysia
Low
The price is ￥3,192
￥3,527 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
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Top Butterworth Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

10/10 Excellent
"Loved this property. The grounds are beautiful. The staff was very helpful and very friendly. Lots of choices for breakfast. I would definitely go back."
sherri 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

Find out more about Butterworth

Butterworth Hostels information

Number of reviews
278
Accommodation
38 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥1,698
Highest Price
￥6,241

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Butterworth?
You may like the nightly rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which has good reviews from our customers: Crowne Plaza Penang Straits City by IHG - 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from the heart of Butterworth. Located within a 5-minute walk of KOMTAR. Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Butterworth?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually March and May with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Butterworth are November, October, December, and May, with each month seeing an average of 12 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Butterworth?
Generally, Butterworth is known for its many birds, white sand beaches, and canoes. Get out into nature with places like Robina Eco Park, Tanjung Bungah Beach, and Penang Hill. Cultural attractions include Butterworth Art Walk, Pinaon Time Tunnel, and Penang State Museum. Locals like to shop at Sunway Carnival Mall and Pasar Chowrasta.
What's the best way to get to and around Butterworth while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Butterworth on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Penang Intl. Airport (PEN), 13.2 mi (21.2 km) from the city center. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transit to get around. If you're eager to check out more of the surrounding area, make your way to Penang Sentral to hop on a train.