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Island Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Queensbay Mall in George Town

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Exterior
Interior
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (1 Bed in 10 Beds) | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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1-H, (Besides Sri Sungei Nibong Complex), Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah, Sungai Nibong, George Town, Penang, 11900
  • Popular LocationQueensbay Mall2 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Science-Malaysia3 min drive
  • Popular LocationTESCO5 min drive
  • AirportPenang (PEN-Penang Intl.)17 min drive

Room options

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Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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$25 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 11 - Jun 12
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About the neighborhood

George Town

Bayan Lepas stay.With a stay at this Bayan Lepas hostel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of RECSAM and Institute Pendidikan Guru and 2 miles (3 km) of Queensbay Mall. University of Science-Malaysia and Penang International Sports Arena are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Queensbay Mall - 2 min drive
  • University of Science-Malaysia - 3 min drive
  • Penang International Sports Arena - 5 min drive
  • TESCO - 5 min drive
  • Penang Hill - 11 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • 佳园茶餐馆（富香海鲜） - 8 min walk
  • Wo Lai Yeh Cafe - 4 min walk
  • Instant Cook Saitou Fishball Koay Teow Thng - 4 min walk
  • Sushi Ya - 6 min walk
  • Sin Kek Seng Coffee Shop - 8 min walk

About this property

Island Hostel

Hostel near Queensbay Mall in George Town
Island Hostel offers its guests laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out. Island Hostel also features a television in a common area, a refrigerator 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
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
Island Hostel offers 6 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and complimentary toiletries. LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This George Town hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, hair dryers, and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

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

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 available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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.

Property 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 each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Island Hostel to the airport?

Island Hostel is 6 mi (17-min drive) away from the Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Island Hostel?

As of May 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Hostel on Jun 27, 2024 start from $20.64, excluding 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.

Does Island Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Island Hostel.

How close is Island Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 14.7 mi (44-min drive) from Ferringgi Beach and 6.9 mi (20-min drive) from Pantai Teluk Bayu. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Island Hostel offer free breakfast?

Island Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Island Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Island Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Island Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Island Hostel have a pool?

Island Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Island Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Island Hostel to downtown George Town?

Island Hostel is 0.4 mi away from Kampung Sungai Nibung Besar.

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

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Traveled 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