YMCA International Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, near Gurney Drive

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Exterior detail
Premium Room, 2 Single Beds
Lobby sitting area
Bathroom shower
Property amenity
Reviews
7.2

Good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
211, Jalan Macalister, Georgetown, George Town, Penang, 10450
  • Popular LocationGurney Drive18 min walk
  • Popular LocationGurney Plaza3 min drive
  • Popular LocationKOMTAR3 min drive
  • AirportPenang (PEN-Penang Intl.)28 min drive

Room options

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

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

Deluxe Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

George Town

YMCA International Hostel puts you in the centre of George Town, 1.5 km (0.9 mi) from Gurney Drive and 2 km (1.3 mi) from KOMTAR. 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 10-minute drive of this Downtown George Town hostel include Gurney Plaza and Penang Hill.

What's nearby

  • Gurney Drive - 18 min walk
  • Gurney Plaza - 3 min drive
  • Penang Times Square - 3 min drive
  • KOMTAR - 3 min drive
  • Penang Hill - 7 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • CRC Restaurant - 11 min walk
  • 天天鱼 Daily Fish - 9 min walk
  • 羅記鴨肉粿條湯 - 9 min walk
  • CRC Restaurant - 12 min walk
  • Annalakshmi The Culinary Arts Centre - 8 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.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

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

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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

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

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.

Property is also known as

Hostel YMCA
YMCA International Hostel
YMCA International Hostel Penang
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Ymca International Hostel Penang Hotel Penang Island
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YMCA International Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

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 1 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at YMCA International Hostel on 2 June 2024 start from AU$48.92, 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 Ferringgi Beach (9.6 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.

YMCA International Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 72 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Chuah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Whole building and room was very clean and quite. Nice to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Nurwan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

TSSH

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is ok. Near to the hospital. Environment is clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

karen tok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

CK

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was bitten by a host of tiny flies in the toilet and bathroom. Although, bed was made daily, the sheets were not changed.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

REP Sidabutar SH MSI

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.