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Our top choices for Chinatown hostels

Room, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom | WiFi (free)

1. Muntri Inn by Soft Loft

Muntri Inn by Soft Loft
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is ￥2,774
￥3,481 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Muntri Inn by Soft Loft
Interior

2. The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (44 reviews)
"Miss Yang at the front desk is very kind and helpful. The location is within easy access to everything, there are a great variety of food options around."
United States
Mei
The price is ￥2,668
￥3,381 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
Outdoor dining

3. 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 ￥2,379
￥3,275 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
Exterior

4. 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 ￥3,259
￥4,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Dou Houz - Hostel
Deluxe Triple Room | WiFi (free)

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 ￥1,819
￥2,044 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
The 60
Exterior

6. KITA Hostel

KITA Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"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. "
Malaysia
Emiliano
The price is ￥910
￥1,454 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
KITA Hostel
Twin (Shared Bathroom) | In-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

7. 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 ￥2,429
￥3,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Red Inn Court - Hostel
Front of property

8. 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 ￥4,100
￥4,921 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Victoria Inn
Interior

9. 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 ￥4,892
￥6,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
YMCA Penang
Exterior

10. 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 ￥4,461
￥5,732 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Burmahtel - Hotel
Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

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 ￥2,685
￥2,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
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Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay in Penang! Breakfast outstanding…"
Azhar 3-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

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Chinatown Hostels information

Number of reviews
275
Accommodation
36 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥1,454
Highest Price
￥6,240

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Chinatown?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for going out. This destination's local restaurants offer plenty of opportunities to treat your taste buds, and the historic sites are a cultural highlight.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices, and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Chinatown?
Based on our customers' reviews, these hostels in Chinatown have positive ratings: The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, tour assistance, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets. Thirty Three Stewart Houze - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and tour assistance. You'll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. B&L Islanders Inn - Hostel - Guests can enjoy a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers, and free WiFi in all rooms.
How many hostels will I find in Chinatown?
If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Chinatown, one of Expedia's 9 hostels could be a great option.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Chinatown?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually March and April 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 Chinatown are November, October, December, and May, with each month seeing an average of 13 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Chinatown?
Depending on your interests, you might enjoy some places near Chinatown. Get out into nature with places like Penang Hill, Tanjung Bungah Beach, and Batu Ferringhi Beach. Cultural attractions include Penang State Museum, Hin Bus Depot Art Centre, and Dr Sun Yat Sen's Penang Base. Visit landmarks like Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site, Kapitan Keling Mosque, and Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion.
What's the best way to get to and around Chinatown while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Chinatown on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Penang Intl. Airport (PEN), located 10 mi (16.1 km) away from the city center.

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