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Most recommended George Town hostels

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Ymca Penang - George Town - Bedroom
Ymca Penang
George Town, Malaysia
8.1Very Good(516)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 132+
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Summer Terrace - Hostel - George Town - Bedroom
Summer Terrace - Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
7.5Good(152)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 44+
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Kooning - George Town - Bedroom
Kooning
George Town, Malaysia
8.4Very Good(1199)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 145+
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Island Hostel - George Town - Bedroom
Island Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
8.5Very Good(28)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 92+
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Minima 8 - George Town - Bedroom
Minima 8
George Town, Malaysia
8.1Very Good(144)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 137+
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The 80's Guesthouse - George Town
The 80's Guesthouse
George Town, Malaysia
8.3Very Good(963)
Free Wi-Fi
AED 45+
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Aayu Chulia - George Town
Aayu Chulia
George Town, Malaysia
8.8Very Good(798)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 55+
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Milan Backpacker Hostel - George Town
Milan Backpacker Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
8.2Very Good(42)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 82+
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Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street - George Town
Swing & Pillows @ Beach Street
George Town, Malaysia
7.5Good(475)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 65+
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Aayu Beach St - George Town
Aayu Beach St
George Town, Malaysia
9.1Wonderful(271)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 58+
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Roomies Boutique Bed & Breakfast - Hostel - George Town
Roomies Boutique Bed & Breakfast - Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 97+
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Aayu Seckchuan - 3 mins walk to Love Lane - George Town
Aayu Seckchuan - 3 mins walk to Love Lane
George Town, Malaysia
8.9Very Good(152)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 55+
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Panchor 6 Hostel - George Town
Panchor 6 Hostel
George Town, Malaysia
6.3Okay(79)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 70+
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Aayu Muntri George Town Penang - George Town
Aayu Muntri George Town Penang
George Town, Malaysia
8.7Very Good(376)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 73+
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Pine Armenian - George Town
Pine Armenian
George Town, Malaysia
8.5Very Good(186)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 29+
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Great Shanghai Guesthouse - George Town
Great Shanghai Guesthouse
George Town, Malaysia
7.5Good(448)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 197+
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George Town hostels near the city centre

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The 60 - George Town - Bedroom
The 60
George Town, Malaysia
7.0Good(186)
AED 63+
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Swing & Pillows - Penang Road, Georgetown Penang - George Town
Swing & Pillows - Penang Road, Georgetown Penang
George Town, Malaysia
7.7Good(384)
AED 60+
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Tido Hostel Penang - George Town - Bathroom
Tido Hostel Penang
George Town, Malaysia
7.4Good(937)
AED 70+
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Some Place Else - George Town
Some Place Else
George Town, Malaysia
9.1Wonderful(133)
AED 419+
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Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in George Town?

Hostels are cheapest in George Town in March, with average rates of AED 15. In comparison, August is the most expensive month, with prices at AED 105.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in George Town?

Sunday offers the lowest rates in George Town, with an average nightly price of AED 27. The highest prices are found on Thursday, with average rates at AED 151.
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March
August
AED 61
AED 91
Cheapest month to stay with an average 77% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 58% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

FAQs when booking a hostel in George Town

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in George Town?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in George Town is AED 27 compared to AED 76 for a night in a hotel.

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