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Island Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Queensbay Mall

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Family Room
Interior
Exterior
Interior
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$78
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May

Explore the area

Map
1-H, (Besides Sri Sungei Nibong Complex), Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, Sungai Nibong, George Town, Penang, 11900
  • RECSAM and Institute Pendidikan Guru
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Queensbay Mall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • University of Science-Malaysia
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Living room
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Living room
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Living room
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Free bottled water
Satellite channels
Living room
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Queen Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Queen Room With Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

George Town

At Island Hostel you'll be within a 10-minute walk of RECSAM and Institute Pendidikan Guru and 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Queensbay Mall. Highlights at this hostel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This hostel has express check-in, express check-out and a television in a common area. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Bayan Lepas hostel include KOMTAR and Gurney Drive.
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What's nearby

  • RECSAM and Institute Pendidikan Guru - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Queensbay Mall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Science-Malaysia - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Penang International Sports Arena - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • TESCO - 6 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 24 min drive
  • Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wo Lai Yeh Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪佳园茶餐馆（富香海鲜） - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Ya - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Din Pitchay Roti Canai - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sin Kek Seng Coffee Shop - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Island Hostel

Hostel with free parking, near Queensbay Mall
Island Hostel offers its guests laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. Island Hostel also features a television in common area, a fridge in a common area, and a water dispenser. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this George Town hostel.

  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
Island Hostel offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and free toiletries. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This George Town hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Key retrieval, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 30.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 30.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Island Hostel Bayan Lepas
Island Bayan Lepas
Island Hostel George Town
Island Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Island Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation George Town
Island Hostel George Town
Island Hostel Penang/Bayan Lepas
Island George Town
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Island Hostel George Town
George Town Island Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
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Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Island Hostel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Island Hostel?

Island Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Island Hostel?

As of 10 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Hostel on 14 May 2025 start from NZ$77.28, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Island Hostel?

Yep, Island Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Island Hostel?

The closest beach to Island Hostel is Ferringgi Beach (15.9 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Island Hostel?

No, Island Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Island Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Island Hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Island Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Daren

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Could not find the property, clearly this has been a problem for others, even followed the hotels guidance of putting in another building in sat nav, the taxi driver could not find also, ending up paying for a hotel that i could find.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Low

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room neat n tidy. Easy to find. Near to public transport
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023