Find Cheap Hostels 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.

No two hostels look the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices, and a social environment.

Based on our customers’ reviews, these hostels in Chinatown have positive ratings: The Frame Guesthouse - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal and KOMTAR. Property features include free WiFi, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, free toiletries, and hair dryers. Muntri House - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR and Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal. You can take advantage of free WiFi and tour/ticket assistance, as well as TV in a common area. You’ll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Kooning - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of KOMTAR and Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and air conditioning. You’ll find towels, showers, and free toiletries in all rooms.

If you’re hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Chinatown, one of Expedia’s 8 hostels could be a great option.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually March and April with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Chinatown are November, October, December, and May, with each month seeing an average of 13 inches of rainfall.

Depending on your interests, you might enjoy some places near Chinatown. Get out into nature with places like Padang Kota Lama, Penang Avatar Secret Garden, and Penang Hill. Cultural attractions include Camera Museum, Penang Islamic Museum, and Penang State Museum. Visit landmarks like Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site, Kapitan Keling Mosque, and Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion.

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 Intl. Airport (PEN), located 10 mi (16.1 km) away from the city center.