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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in George Town?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in George Town is March (£2). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in George Town is September (£16).

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

The cheapest day to stay in George Town is Wednesday (£4). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is £17.
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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 £7 per night. There is currently one property in George Town that can be booked for this price. Red Inn Court is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in George Town. Price data was last updated on 6 June 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in George Town for the selected dates. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.
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Red Inn Court
Red Inn Court

Red Inn Court

No. 35B & 35C, Jalan Mesjid, George Town, Malaysia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£7
Avg. per night
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Tido Hostel Penang
Tido Hostel Penang

Tido Hostel Penang

106, Jalan Argyll, George Town, Malaysia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£8
Avg. per night
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Ymca Penang
Ymca Penang

Ymca Penang

211, Jalan Macalister, George Town, Malaysia
1.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£24
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in George Town

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or holiday rental for your stay in George Town. There are 1,534 properties in George Town and price data was last updated on 6 June 2025. The average price for a hotel in George Town is £10/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
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£19
Avg. per night
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Profolio @ Straits Quay
Profolio @ Straits Quay

Profolio @ Straits Quay

3H-1-2, Straits Quay, George Town, Malaysia
3.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£55
Avg. per night
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Maritime Luxury Suites
Maritime Luxury Suites

Maritime Luxury Suites

No 29B-03-05, Persiaran Karpal Singh 2, George Town, Malaysia
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£60
Avg. per night
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Kim Haus Loft
Kim Haus Loft

Kim Haus Loft

9 Campbell Street, George Town, Malaysia
0.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£15
Avg. per night
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Le Embassy Hotel Georgetown
Le Embassy Hotel Georgetown

Le Embassy Hotel Georgetown

12 Jalan Burma, George Town, Malaysia
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£16
Avg. per night
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G Hotel Kelawai
G Hotel Kelawai

G Hotel Kelawai

2 Persiaran Maktab, George Town, Malaysia
2.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£71
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in George Town

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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 6 June 2025.

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

    The average price for a hostel in George Town is £10/night. A good hostel deal in George Town would be for £9/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £3/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in September, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in March is the cheapest month to book a hostel in George Town.

  • What’s the best hostel in George Town?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in George Town, Ymca Penang is currently the best, based on 514 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.0/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Penang Intl Airport?

    Ymca Penang is 9.0 mi away from Penang Intl Airport, making it the closest George Town hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • What is the most popular hostel in George Town closest to Penang Times Square?

    The most popular hostel in George Town that’s close to Penang Times Square is Tido Hostel Penang. Just 0.7 mi separate Tido Hostel Penang from Penang Times Square, the city’s most popular attraction. 913 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Tido Hostel Penang a score of 7.7/10.

  • 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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