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Our top choices for Historic George Town cheap hotels

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1. Mclane Boutique Hotel

Mclane Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown George Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (54 reviews)
"Excellent location 👏 Staff were so helpful"
Japan
Juma
The price is S$39
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Mclane Boutique Hotel
Dining

2. Room at Lebuh Armenian Georgetown Penang

Room at Lebuh Armenian Georgetown Penang
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"Very good facility to stay long-term."
United States
mitsuhiro
The price is S$18
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Room at Lebuh Armenian Georgetown Penang
View from room

3. Hotel 19 Penang

Hotel 19 Penang
3.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.8 out of 10, Good, (90 reviews)
"Room is clean. Bed, pillows and bedsheets are high quality. Great location as well."
United States
Leni Grace
The price is S$45
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Hotel 19 Penang
Lobby sitting area

4. Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staffs but rooms a bit dated. "
United States
Maitai
The price is S$41
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Interior detail

5. Friendship Motel

Friendship Motel
2.5 star property
Downtown George Town
6.4 out of 10, (88 reviews)
"Room neat n tidy. Clean..nearby ferry port. "
Malaysia
Zulkifli
The price is S$20
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Friendship Motel
Lobby

6. Hotel O GHC Near Penang Street Art Formerly Queen City Hotel

Hotel O GHC Near Penang Street Art Formerly Queen City Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.4 out of 10, (19 reviews)
"Friendly staff greeted us and available 24 hours. Very nice people. The room and beds were comfortable but the bathroom had a lot of black mould that needs bleaching/removal. I also had to clean the toilet properly before using. Fantastic location for the street art trail, food, the jetty and public transport links. "
United Kingdom
J
The price is S$21
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Hotel O GHC Near Penang Street Art Formerly Queen City Hotel
Room

7. Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive

Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
6.6 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Good location close to the ferry and walking distance to restaurants. "
Australia
Steven
The price is S$38
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Georgetown Inn by Sky Hive
Room

8. Sembilan Inn by Soft loft

Sembilan Inn by Soft loft
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Worst experience "
Canada
Hongming
The price is S$23
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Sembilan Inn by Soft loft
Interior

9. The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel

The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (46 reviews)
"Excellent location, walkable to many places, very neat and clean rooms, helpful staff. Mr. Yaseen is super nice. Neighboring to a laundromat and a 24/7 Transmart. I have no objections. However they have wooden floors, if you are a light sleeper then that might be an issue for you"
United States
Muhammad Zarwan
The price is S$27
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel
Exterior

10. Victoria Garden Hotel

Victoria Garden Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown George Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (230 reviews)
"Great location and easy access to the old town. Staff very helpful and arranged our trishaw’s for us. Brilliant day out learning the history"
Australia
Ian
The price is S$78
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Victoria Garden Hotel
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Top Historic George Town Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

8/10 Good
"There is no airport shuttle at the hotel, breakfast at KLCC is bad. Shangri-la golden sand is a lots of children very noisy and musilum prayer very loud early 5 am and thru out the day."
To Anh 7-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Shangri-La Golden Sands, Penang

Frequently asked questions

What is Historic George Town like for travellers on a budget?
Historic George Town has a variety of cheap accommodation options and things to do, making it a budget-friendly holiday choice. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as Pinang Peranakan Mansion, Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal and Fort Cornwallis.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Historic George Town?
Based on our traveller reviews, The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other good options for your budget-friendly stay include The 60 and Red Inn Court - Hostel.
How many budget hotels will I be able to find in Historic George Town?
Expedia has 13 hotels in Historic George Town that are ideal if you are watching your pennies.
What is there to see and do in Historic George Town?
You won't have to spend a fortune to find places to visit in Historic George Town. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then plan some activities that are easy on the wallet. Head to Chit Tiau Lor Ban San and Gurney Drive for some bargain shopping, or hunt for deals at Gurney Plaza.
How can I get to Historic George Town and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Historic George Town can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) away from the centre in Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.). Historic George Town might not have many public transport options to choose from so a rental car could be a reasonable alternative to see the area.

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