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YMCA International Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Gurney Drive

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Interior
Premium Room, 2 Single Beds
Chinese cuisine
Reception
Breakfast area

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$77
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Explore the area

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211, Jalan Macalister, Georgetown, George Town, Penang, 10450
  • Place, Gurney Drive
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Gurney Plaza
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, KOMTAR
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
20 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • 20 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room, 2 Single Beds

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
20 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • 20 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

George Town

YMCA International Hostel puts you in the heart of George Town, steps from Island Hospital and within a 10-minute stroll of Loh guan Lye Specialist Centre. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a conference centre. .This business-friendly hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and free newspapers in the lobby. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Downtown George Town hostel include Gurney Drive and KOMTAR.
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What's nearby

  • Island Hospital - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gurney Drive - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gurney Plaza - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • KOMTAR - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 32 min drive
  • Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪咖比仔 Kopi Kia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪YMCA - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Platta Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Onya Modern Asian (Macalister) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪天天鱼 Daily Fish - ‬9 min walk

About this property

YMCA International Hostel

Hostel with free parking, near Gurney Drive
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, a vending machine, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly YMCA International Hostel. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
YMCA International Hostel offers 70 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. This George Town hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a shower and bidets. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at YMCA International Hostel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card 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.

We should mention

  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 4-device limit.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at YMCA International Hostel?

Yep, YMCA International Hostel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at YMCA International Hostel?

As of 30 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YMCA International Hostel on 11 Nov 2025 start from NZ$75.94, 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.

Are there any beaches close to YMCA International Hostel?

The closest beach to YMCA International Hostel is Batu Ferringhi Beach (7.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at YMCA International Hostel?

No, YMCA International Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at YMCA International Hostel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at YMCA International Hostel's onsite restaurant that serves Chinese cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at YMCA International Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at YMCA International Hostel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.