The 60, Penang | Hostel in Penang

1-star hostel

The 60

60 Pengkalan Weld George Town | Georgetown, 10300, MY View Map

7.3 Good 103 Reviews View Map

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Rooms

No booking fees and the full price before you book

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In every room: Air conditioning

Standard Twin Room

76 ft²

Bath or ShowerSeating areaPrivate entrance

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

108 ft²

Bath or ShowerMicrowaveSeating area

Standard Double Room with Shared Bathroom

76 ft²

Bath or ShowerSeating areaPrivate entrance

Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

119 ft²

Sea viewBath or ShowerMicrowave

Family Room with Sea View

119 ft²

City viewSea viewBath or Shower

Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View

119 ft²

City viewSea viewBath or Shower

Standard Double Room

97 ft²

Bath or ShowerSeating areaPrivate entrance

Standard double shared facilities - Smoking

65 ft²

Smoking room

The 60 at a glance

Location, travel times, listing details and guest feedback

The 60 is in Central George Town at 60 Pengkalan Weld. Penang International Airport is the nearest airport. The hotel is near local sights in central George Town. Room choices include two single beds, a family room with two double beds, or a queen bed and a single bed.

Quick facts

Airport: Penang International Airport (PEN): 17.9 km by road, about 27 min by car without traffic (route computed 31 Oct 2026)
Goddess of Mercy Temple: 1.0 km, about 13 min walk (route computed 31 Oct 2026)
Francis Light Memorial: 1.3 km, about 16 min walk (route computed 31 Oct 2026)

Overview

Highlights, description and the facilities guests use most.

Great for activities
Located in heart of Georgetown
Excellent room comfort & quality

About The 60

The 60 offers top-notch services and amenities, ensuring guests experience utmost comfort. Share your photos and respond to emails at your convenience, thanks to the free Wi-Fi internet access offered by hostel. Each accommodation at The 60 is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere.

In certain rooms, the hostel offers linen service and blackout curtains for guest convenience and satisfaction. The 60 offers a hair dryer and toiletries in the restrooms of specific accommodations.

Top Amenities

Free Wi-Fi

Location

60 Pengkalan Weld George Town | Georgetown, 10300, MY

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Top attractions

1Khoo KongsiLandmark · about 4 min walk0.2 km
2Penang BridgeLandmark · about 15 min drive6.6 km
3Pinang Peranakan MansionHistoric site · about 10 min walk0.8 km
4KomtarLandmark · about 15 min walk0.9 km
5Fort CornwallisLandmark · about 20 min walk1.2 km

Nearby

6Gurney PlazaShopping · about 10 min drive4.2 km

Getting around

7Penang International Airport (PEN)Airport · about 40 min drive14 km

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Services & Facilities

24 amenities in 9 categories.

Activities & Things to do

2 items

Game Room
Darts

Food & Drinks

1 item

Individually-wrapped food options

General

5 items

Express Check-In/Check-Out
Non-smoking property
Private check-in/check-out
Air conditioning in public area
Non-Smoking Rooms Available

Languages spoken

3 items

English
Chinese [Mandarin]
Malay

Media & Technology

2 items

Mobile app for room service
Free Wi-Fi

Room Amenities

5 items

Cleaning products available
Smoke alarms
Shared kitchen
Fire extinguishers
Family Rooms

Show 3 more categories (6 amenities)

Security

2 items

CCTV security in common areas
24-hour security

Services and Conveniences

3 items

Daily Housekeeping
Cashless payment available
Designated Smoking Area

Health Services

1 item

First aid kit available

Policies

Check-in, check-out and house rules.

Check-in

15:00
Check-out

12:00

FAQs about The 60

How do I reach the hotel from Penang International Airport?

The drive from Penang International Airport takes around half an hour without traffic. The airport code is PEN.

What can I walk to near Goddess of Mercy Temple?

Goddess of Mercy Temple is an easy walk from the hotel. Francis Light Memorial is also an easy walk away.

Which bed setups can I find at The 60?

Rooms include two single beds or a queen bed and a single bed. The family room has two double beds.

What do guests like about The 60?

Guests often praise the location and helpful staff. They also like the value and comfortable rooms.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The 60?

Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is until 12:00.

What is there to see near The 60?

Places nearby include Pinang Peranakan Mansion and Fort Cornwallis.

Which facilities does The 60 have?

Facilities include kitchen, free Wi-Fi and family rooms.

Guest Score and Reviews

Loved by Guests, Trusted for Excellence

7.3 /10

Good

Based on 103 Reviews

Solo Traveler · Jun 13, 2025

9.0

Convenient location.

zhas_ac

Couple · Feb 19, 2024

8.0

Liked: location, safety Disliked: staff make up room only be request

Uevanrajoo

Couple · Mar 6, 2024

9.0

Liked: The initial room we booked had aircond problem, the switch to a better room Disliked: No lift

B S.

Solo Traveler · Jun 13, 2024

1.0

Disliked: They folled us by showing single room

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Montano

Solo Traveler · Jun 14, 2024

10.0

Excellent Liked: Friendly staff nice location

Pohming

Solo Traveler · Aug 4, 2024

10.0

Good hostel Liked: Everything is good Disliked: Everything is good

Yashkumar

Solo Traveler · Sep 7, 2024

8.0

Good hostel Liked: The location is good near all the famous places the staff is really good and helpful the rooms were very clean They have a pool table you can play and many other games Disliked: Nothing I liked everything

Alex

Group Traveler · Nov 4, 2024

4.0

Disliked: Bedbugs

Gregory S.

Solo Traveler · Nov 30, 2024

10.0

Liked: Ended up staying here 2 weeks! Felt really at home and comfortable here. Young gentlemen that works here was so lovely and friendly (I don't want to spell name wrong!). I really liked the roof top. Bathroom on every floor and also a bathroom inside the mixed dorm I stayed in. Bathroom always

Abigail

Solo Traveler · Dec 3, 2024

9.0

Would recommend! Liked: The location— it was close to the Jetti terminal and tourist spots. The place is pretty good for a quick stay. Pretty good for its price.

Vaidas

Solo Traveler · Jan 16, 2025

10.0

Liked: Great hostel for the budget price. Cool air ones dorm, clean and comfy beds, lockers, a fan and reading light by the bed, the curtains so you can have all privacy that you want. Besides, some very interesting people to talk and have beer with. Great views from the rooftop.

Axel

Solo Traveler · Feb 4, 2025

10.0

Liked: Good common spaces, nice staff, good beds, nice people Disliked: Some areas were not so clean

Lawrence

Solo Traveler · Feb 4, 2025

6.0

Liked: Host speaks pretty good English, comfortable room, good location. Disliked: Had a lot of problems with the hot water shutting off while I was showering, very uncomfortable being wet and cold trying to get it to restart. A lot of mosquitoes in the area. Lots of stairs, no lift.

Marie-Claude

Solo Traveler · Feb 16, 2025

7.0

Liked: AC running all day in the room. Bottom beds have some curtains for privacy. Beds equipped with a light and a fan. Good location overall. Disliked: The light from the top bed was directly on my eyes because there was a gap between the wall and the bed. The bathroom could have been cleaner. Th

UNCLE R.

Solo Traveler · Mar 14, 2025

8.0

It's worth for what you're paid + the service staff are very helpfully... Liked: The service staff are very helpful , location convenient n facility are good... Disliked: My booking are 6 bed room but I was arranged into 10bed room dorm ..

UNCLE R.

Solo Traveler · Mar 18, 2025

9.0

It's worth of my every penny. Liked: Location are surrounded by Unesco of Georgetown, Facility are good n clean, Service Staffs are very helpful n friendly.. Especially The Guy Called Aung. Disliked: Some of the toiletries especially shared without toilet rolls, They should have a dispenser payin

Shan

Solo Traveler · Mar 25, 2025

7.0

Pleasant place to stay Liked: Good looking staffs, clean room, having place to keep personal stuffs, nearby to shops Disliked: No sofas and comfortable place to sit, no welcoming drinks as coffee,

Diego

Family with young children · Mar 29, 2025

2.0

Inappropriate staff Liked: I was very disappointed with 2 things that happened in the hostel. First: my room was close to the bathrooms with strong smelly odor, the staff said they were cleaning but it didn't change. Everytime I open the door the odor was Terrible. Second: I needed to leave the ho

UNCLE R.

Solo Traveler · Apr 2, 2025

8.0

It's worth for every pennys. Liked: Service Staffs are helpful Location are very convenient for local foods And transportation no issue, Reception Counter and living hall are humid, no doubts they're 2 ceiling fan.. theirs 2 units of Aircon are not on...

UNCLE R.

Solo Traveler · May 3, 2025

9.0

Liked: Friendly n Helpful Staffs, Convenient Location, Worthy For My Every Penny's, Recommend to Budget Travellers. Disliked: Mostly the dorm 6-10 bedded no toilet rolls,

UNCLE R.

Solo Traveler · May 9, 2025

9.0

My favorite place to stay.. Liked: Worthy for my every Penny's.

jaime

Solo Traveler · Jun 12, 2025

1.0

Liked: 1 day after booking I realized I booked it 1 day before what I intended. I tried messaging them, no response. Finally, I called when she messaged me on WhatsApp the day it was booked. Refused to help even though neither dates were fully booked. Greedy people.

Kris

Solo Traveler · Dec 25, 2025

3.0

Liked: Overall is good, Location is perfect and near to city center. With a cheap rate. Disliked: -I made a mistake in double bookings from different site unknowingly. Since I don’t noticed the confirmation, I tried to make it in another platform as I am in rush trying to get a place to stay at my

Fakhrul

Solo Traveler · Jun 22, 2025

8.0

I spend a good time in this property. Liked: Location is great & communion from this location is very good. Disliked: Drinking water facility.

Shanmugam

Solo Traveler · Aug 13, 2025

1.0

Very bad Liked: Right location Disliked: Poor services, there was no water to use restroom

SUMEER

Solo Traveler · Sep 26, 2025

9.0

Liked: Location