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Featured Hostels in Chinatown

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The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (43)
"Great value for the cost "
United States
Maricarmen
The price is S$32
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Dou Houz - Hostel

Dou Houz - Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
"Good location and great staff"
Canada
Patrick
Dou Houz - Hostel
Exterior
KITA Hostel

KITA Hostel

1.0 star property
Downtown George Town
The price is S$15
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
KITA Hostel
Dining
Red Inn Court - Hostel

Red Inn Court - Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (79)
"Had own air conditioned room with bathroom. Great location"
Canada
Naomi
Red Inn Court - Hostel
Front of property
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (49)
"The staff treated me as a family member. I loved my stay at Cocoa Mews. "
Canada
Robert
Cocoa Mews Cafe & Homestay - Hostel
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport

Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport

2.0 star property
Bayan Lepas
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (5)
"Nice property "
Malaysia
Low
The price is S$52
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Island Hostel Bayan Lepas Airport
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Burmahtel - Hostel

Burmahtel - Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.0 out of 10, Good, (39)
"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 S$48
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Burmahtel - Hostel
Interior
YMCA International Hostel

YMCA International Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (74)
"Pharmacy within premises. Drinking water machines. "
Malaysia
Hwa
The price is S$43
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
YMCA International Hostel
Reception
Victoria Inn

Victoria Inn

2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.8 out of 10, (42)
"Good location, very near Jetty. Clean rooms."
Thailand
Somjate
Victoria Inn
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Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

The Prestige Hotel Penang

The Prestige Hotel Penang

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, lovely pool, friendly staff, comfy beds! "
Kyaw 3-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
The Prestige Hotel Penang

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Chinatown Hostels information

Number of reviews
104
Accommodation
35 Hostels
Lowest Price
S$15
Highest Price
S$52

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 exactly the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly 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 - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR. Property features include free Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets. Thirty Three Stewart Houze - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a bar, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Chinatown?
If you're looking for an affordable place to stay in Chinatown, one of Expedia's 9 hostels could be a great choice.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Chinatown?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Chinatown are November, October, December and May, with each month seeing an average of 338 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Chinatown?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate these things around Chinatown. Get out into nature with places such as Penang Hill, Tanjung Bungah Beach and Batu Ferringhi Beach. Cultural attractions include Penang Islamic Museum, Penang State Museum and Hin Bus Depot Art Centre. Visit landmarks such as 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 (PEN-Penang Intl.), located 10 mi (16.1 km) away from the city centre.

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