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Our top choices for Penang Island hostels

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, surrounded by various potted plants.

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 ￥3,072
￥3,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
A modern interior with two hanging chairs, a bookshelf, and a window with curtains.

2. Tido Hostel by Moonknight

Tido Hostel by Moonknight
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is ￥3,221
￥3,947 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Tido Hostel by Moonknight
A hotel room with two beds, a checkered floor, a large window with a view, and a desk with a lamp.

3. 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 ￥1,495
￥1,694 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The 60
A narrow hallway with bicycles, a staircase, and a brick wall.

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 ￥2,368
￥3,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Dou Houz - Hostel
A hotel reception area with a large mirror, a bench, and potted plants.

5. Muntri Inn by Soft Loft

Muntri Inn by Soft Loft
1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is ￥2,868
￥3,575 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Muntri Inn by Soft Loft
A covered outdoor area with a table, chairs, and potted plants.

6. 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 ￥2,382
￥3,279 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent cinema sign, multiple ground-level shops, and a busy street with cars.

7. 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 ￥4,333
￥5,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Burmahtel - Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and pillows, a dark headboard, and a patterned wallpaper.

8. 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 ￥4,145
￥4,955 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a ceiling fan, and two windows with curtains.

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 ￥2,474
￥3,200 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Red Inn Court - Hostel
A multi-story hotel named "Victoria Inn" with a classic architectural style, featuring large windows and a prominent entrance.

10. 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 ￥3,688
￥4,430 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Victoria Inn
A spacious indoor corridor with tiled floors, potted plants, and multiple fans on the walls.

11. 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 ￥4,580
￥5,872 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
YMCA Penang
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Top reviews in Penang Island

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, surrounded by various potted plants.
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
Downtown George Town

10/10 Excellent

The vibe is very cozy here. I was shocked with how nice it was, I didn’t expect it to be so clean and well decorated. A kind of simple but elegant feel. I enjoyed the books in the cozy nook they had in the second floor, and the staff was very nice too. Mo blessed me with some new music recommendations which I was shocked how much I loved it, something you don’t get from any random, transactional accommodation. This is a place to feel grounded, comfortable, & at home amidst your travels in...
United States
Isabella
Reviewed September 12, 2026
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

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