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YMCA Penang

2.0 star property
Hostel with restaurant, near Gurney Drive

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In the heart of Downtown George Town, YMCA International Hostel offers a convenient retreat. Enjoy Chinese cuisine at the on-site restaurant, unwind on the terrace, or stay productive with free in-room WiFi and a business center.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CNY208
CNY266 total
includes taxes & fees
May 23 - May 24

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room

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

Deluxe Room

  • 18 sq m
  • 20 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Premium Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
211, Jalan Macalister, Georgetown, George Town, Penang, 10450

What's nearby

  • Gurney Drive - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Pulau Tikus Market - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist Temple - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • KOMTAR - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Gurney Plaza - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 28 min drive
  • Penang Sentral - 32 min drive
  • Tasek Gelugor Station - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪咖比仔 Kopi Kia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪2828 Cafe - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪CRC Restaurant (中華海鮮餐廳) - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Onya Modern Asian (Macalister) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Platta Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

YMCA Penang

  • YMCA Penang puts you just a 5-minute drive from Gurney Drive and Gurney Plaza. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, KOMTAR and Penang Hill are within a short drive.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 70 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (4-device limit)
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Parking

    • Free covered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (4-device limit)
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in Chinese cuisine.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Hostel YMCA

YMCA International Hostel

YMCA International Hostel Penang

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YMCA International Hostel Penang George Town

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YMCA International Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at YMCA Penang?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at YMCA Penang?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at YMCA Penang?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.

Are there restaurants at or near YMCA Penang?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Chinese cuisine.

What's the area around YMCA Penang like?

YMCA Penang is in Downtown George Town, a short 18-minute walk from Gurney Drive and 5 minutes' walk from Loh guan Lye Specialist Centre.

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Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

7.4

Cleanliness

6.8

Location

7.4

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Good

Pharmacy within premises. Drinking water machines.
Hwa, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Whole building and room was very clean and quite. Nice to stay.
Chuah, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Property is ok. Near to the hospital. Environment is clean.
TSSH, 4-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

I was bitten by a host of tiny flies in the toilet and bathroom. Although, bed was made daily, the sheets were not changed.
CK, 10-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Breakfast is very limited. But it is very economical.
Rajavarothayar, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Excellent response to initial concerns/comments

Management and staff made great effort to address my initial concerns and make my stay comfortable. I appreciate the proactive response.
7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

quiet and peaceful.

Found it a great place to stay. The chinese restaraunt serves lovely meals. Staff very helpful. Being a non smoking hotel was a great benefit.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good place to stay in.

Good place to stay in.
2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

close to Island Hospital

overall ok. Convenience for the who has patient who admitted to Island hospital
1-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

Dirty room

Lousy. One of the worst place to stay, even for a night. Room was so dirty, dusty. Bathroom not clean. Coffee cup stained from previous usage.
Lousy room, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

good hotel for the price

It was pretty good overall. Daily cleaning, sheets, towels were very clean and tidy. Wi-fi is just ok, i can say it was stable but definitely slow, even for video chat. Cafeteria ladies were super nice and helpful, there wasn't many breakfast choice but i think they're good. My room looked bit old and smell damply but cleanliness and tidiness saved it. Location wise, i wouldn't say it is in the centre of georgetown, walking to old town would take half an hour at least or can take a bus. Nice area though, modern side of the town, also close to china town, lots of nice restaurants about 10 minutes of walking distance.
Ugurhan, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good Value for money

The whole hotel has been retrofitted and refurbished.....new beds, mattress and brand new bathroom. Nice residential neighbourhood and easy to get a cab during the day. Helpful and friendly staff. Free wifi too.
Lee, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Good budget hotel close to many amenities. Safe & friendly environment.
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great stay.

Comfortable bed with quiet air con and clean environment. Only two choice for breakfast and there's nothing else to eat around the area. Food is decent if not fussy. Have to take Uber or Grab where ever I want to go. It was a decent place for the amount I pay. Not for luxury seeker though. Will stay there again.
Irene, 5-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Near the city center

Easy to go here and there since the location is in the middle of the city. Plus,the sureounding is safe due to lot of houses nearby.
1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Value for money

Located in safe and quiet neighbourhood, greenery abound in neighbourhood. Hills in the horizon. Not commercially oriented.
4-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Community hostel is not fit for tourist

Room are rather small than what expected from the photo as it was been stretch to show wider room!!!
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Only one word I can say 'SATISFIED'

On the last February, I have booked other hotel at another site. Before arrival date in two days, the site have cancelled my booking due to my credit card could not be charged. I was very upset. After that , I try to search hotel in hotels.com site to book another hotel. Finally I find hotel that under my budget and the review was very good. Before arriving, various matters in my mind think about this hotel. Upon arrival, from receptionist place until enter room, everything is very satisfied. Room that is so comfortable, air conditioner like clockwork and toilet also clean. Wifi was very fast. This hotel also very close to food area especially Nasi Kandar. You only need to use GPS only LOL. I'm a Muslim. Only two matters only I want the comment this hotel is breakfast and Kiblat. Cafe located in this hotel not stated halal sign and I understand it unsuitable to Muslims. Direction on the other hand I merely using application to indicating Kiblat. So if there is friends Islamic that wish to take a holiday in Penang can tailored in this hotel, no doubt. Overall I and very satisfied husband stay in this hotel to 3d2n as I in Penang.
Verified

6/10 Good

Budget wise hostel stay

Normal room with needed facilities, warm shower, air conditioned, wifi eg.
Verified

6/10 Good

Hotel near to the event I was taking part.

I had stayed in this hostel for many years during the same annual event I was involved. Quiet and friendly staff.
Verified

6/10 Good

Hotel nyaman dan bersih
Verified

8/10 Very good

Reasonable clean with the exception smoky smell

Good location with reasonable charge rate
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Dear expedia, It was a nice hotel and i feel very satisfied with the hotel condition. Parking area also is very satisfied because covered with cctv camera. It makes customer feel very secured. Thanks to YMCA HOYEL because make my vacation perfect. In case next time i and my family planning to have a look at PENANG, for sure we will choose YMCA HOTEL and will recommend to my friends too. Once again, thanks YMCA HOTEL. Warm Regards, MUHAMMAD NUR BIN ABDULLAH
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean room and valuable for the price.

The room is very clean and tidy. Consider valuable for the price. It come with breakfast too. Will consider to stay again when visit Penang.
Verified

8/10 Very good

Standard