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Travel insights for hostels in George Town

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What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in George Town?

The cheapest day to stay in George Town is Sunday ($5). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $24.
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Cheapest hostels in George Town, Malaysia

Discover affordable stays in George Town that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in George Town can be found for as low as $33 per night. There is currently one property in George Town that can be booked for this price. Ymca Penang is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in George Town. Price data was last updated on 30 August 2025
At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in George Town. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
Ymca Penang
Ymca Penang

Ymca Penang

211, Jalan Macalister, George Town, Malaysia
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$33
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in George Town

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Profolio @ Straits Quay
Profolio @ Straits Quay

Profolio @ Straits Quay

3H-1-2, Straits Quay, George Town, Malaysia
5.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$71
Avg. per night
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Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive
Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive

Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive

278a Lebuh Victoria, George Town, Malaysia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$26
Avg. per night
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ke-lan-tan House
ke-lan-tan House

ke-lan-tan House

27, Kelantan Road, George Town, Malaysia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$35
Avg. per night
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Sunrise Gurney Penang
Sunrise Gurney Penang

Sunrise Gurney Penang

George Town, Malaysia
2.7 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Pool
$117
Avg. per night
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Islander Lodge By Lwe
Islander Lodge By Lwe

Islander Lodge By Lwe

George Town, Malaysia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$16
Avg. per night
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Muntri Mews
Muntri Mews

Muntri Mews

No.77, Lebuh Muntri, George Town, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$62
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in George Town

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within George Town to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 30 August 2025.
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Facts about staying in George Town

Find useful tips and insights about staying in George Town to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 30 August 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in George Town?

    $17 per night is how much hostels in George Town cost, on average. $4 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $16 per night or less is a good deal. George Town hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with January being the most expensive month to book, and in March being the cheapest.

  • What’s the best hostel in George Town?

    Ymca Penang is the best George Town hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Ymca Penang has a rating of 8.1/10 from 514 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Penang Intl Airport?

    The closest George Town hostel to Penang Intl Airport is Ymca Penang, which is 14.4 km away.

  • Should I stay in a George Town hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to George Town on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in George Town offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

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