Ymca Penang Hotel | Hostel in Penang

1-star hostel

YMCA Penang Hotel

211 Jalan Macalister Road | Penang, 10450, MY View Map

7.8 Good 145 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 · Privacy curtain

Deluxe Twin Room

216 ft²

City viewCourtyard viewBath or Shower

Premium Twin Room

216 ft²

City viewBath or ShowerCoffee/tea machine

Deluxe Triple Room

248 ft²

Bath or ShowerDeskTV

Premium Triple Room

248 ft²

City viewBath or ShowerComplimentary coffee

Deluxe Twin Room

200 m²

City viewInner courtyard viewTV

Premium Twin Room

200 m²

Quiet street viewTVDesk

Deluxe Triple Room

23.23 m²

ShowerLockersBidet

YMCA Penang Hotel at a glance

Location, travel times, listing details and guest feedback

YMCA Penang Hotel is at 211 Jalan Macalister Road in Central George Town, Penang. Penang International Airport is the nearest airport. P. Ramlee House is under half an hour away on foot. Rooms have two single beds or a queen bed and a single bed.

Quick facts

Airport: Penang International Airport (PEN): 17.9 km by road, about 33 min by car without traffic (route computed 31 Oct 2026)
P. Ramlee House: 1.8 km, about 22 min walk (route computed 31 Oct 2026)
Gurney Bay Phase 1: 1.7 km, about 21 min walk (route computed 31 Oct 2026)

Overview

Highlights, description and the facilities guests use most.

Front desk [24-hour]
Great for activities
Located in heart of Penang
Excellent room comfort & quality

About YMCA Penang Hotel

YMCA Penang Hotel 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. Taxi offerings at the hostel enhance the ease of discovering Penang.

Visitors can take advantage of complimentary parking directly at the hostel. Reception services such as luggage storage and safety deposit boxes are available to accommodate your requirements. Securing top-notch tickets and snagging sought-after dining reservations become effortless, thanks to the hostel's ticket service and tours.

Traveling with minimal baggage is achievable at YMCA Penang Hotel, as the hostel's dry cleaning service and laundry service ensures your garments stay fresh. Room amenities like room service and daily housekeeping contribute to making a perfect selection for your stay. Smoking is limited to specified smoking zones.

Each accommodation at YMCA Penang Hotel is thoughtfully created and adorned to provide visitors with a comfortable, home-like atmosphere. In certain rooms, the hostel offers linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning for guest convenience and satisfaction. In select rooms, guests at the hostel can enjoy top-notch in-room entertainment with television and cable TV available for their convenience.

Rest assured, in a few chosen rooms, you will find the convenience of a coffee or tea maker and instant coffee at your disposal. Understanding the significance of bathroom facilities in enhancing visitor contentment, hostel offers a hair dryer and toiletries within a few chosen chambers. Embark on your holiday experience in the most ideal manner.

Commence each morning of your visit with an on-site breakfast. Experience the delight of a fresh morning by savoring excellent coffee at the cafe situated within hostel. Should you prefer not to venture out for a meal, the enticing culinary choices at hostel are always available for your satisfaction.

Throughout the day and evening, grab a bite to eat from hostel's self-service vending machines whenever you please.

Top Amenities

Free parking
Free Wi-Fi
Restaurant

Location

211 Jalan Macalister Road | Penang, 10450, MY

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Top attractions

1Penang HillLandmark · about 10 min drive4.4 km
2Kek Lok Si TempleLandmark · about 15 min drive5.1 km

Getting around

3Penang International Airport (PEN)Airport · about 35 min drive14 km

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Services & Facilities

51 amenities in 13 categories.

Accessibility

2 items

Facilities for disabled guests available
Wheelchair accessible

Fitness Activities

1 item

Yoga room

Food & Drinks

3 items

Restaurant(s)
Coffee shop
Vending machine

General

5 items

24-Hour Front Desk
Elevator
Non-smoking property
Air conditioning in public area
Non-Smoking Rooms Available

Languages spoken

4 items

English
Chinese [Mandarin]
Chinese [Cantonese]
Malay

Media & Technology

2 items

TV & Movies/Shows
Free Wi-Fi

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Outdoor Recreation

1 item

Badminton

Room Amenities

16 items

Window
Clothes drying rack
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Closet
Air Conditioning

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Hair dryer
Shower
Mirror
Smoke alarms
Fire extinguishers
Ironing amenities
Telephone
Blackout curtains
Toiletries provided
Linens

Security

2 items

CCTV security in common areas
24-hour security

Services and Conveniences

10 items

Luggage storage & lockers
Hair/Beauty Salon
Daily Housekeeping
Xerox/fax in business center
Chapel/shrine
Ticket services

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Designated Smoking Area
Laundry services
Desk/workspace available
Tour services

Transportation

3 items

Free Parking
Taxi service
On-site parking

Health Services

1 item

Temperature check for guests and staff

Business facilities

1 item

Meeting/Banquet Facilities

Policies

Check-in, check-out and house rules.

Check-in

14:00
Check-out

12:00
Front desk [24-hour]

Internet: WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking: Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
Pets: Pets are not allowed.
Children and extra bed policy: Children of any age are allowed. Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed. You haven't added any cots. Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

FAQs about YMCA Penang Hotel

How long is the drive from Penang International Airport to the hotel?

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

Which bed setups can I find at YMCA Penang Hotel?

Some rooms have two single beds. Others have a queen bed and a single bed.

What is in the rooms at Penang?

Every room has a desk. Guests can use free Wi-Fi.

What do guests like about YMCA Penang Hotel?

Guests often praise the kind, friendly and helpful staff. Guests also like the location and clean rooms.

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

Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is until 12:00.

Which facilities does YMCA Penang Hotel have?

Facilities include free parking, restaurant, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour front desk.

Is parking available?

Yes, free parking is available.

Is there a restaurant or bar?

Yes, there is a restaurant.

Does YMCA Penang Hotel offer business services?

Yes, it offers a business centre and meeting rooms.

Guest Score and Reviews

Loved by Guests, Trusted for Excellence

7.8 /10

Good

Based on 145 Reviews

Wai

Group Traveler · Oct 31, 2022

5.0

Wifi poor and shower making the toilet and floor wet. If possible, please improve it.

Kam

Business Traveler · Nov 14, 2022

6.0

Nothing special

Rkumala

Group Traveler · Nov 25, 2023

9.0

Near island hospital Free refill drinking water n hot water

Yoke C.

Couple · Jun 28, 2024

7.0

cleanliness

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Mohd

Couple · Nov 30, 2022

8.0

Very good

Diana

Couple · Dec 2, 2022

10.0

the statt not really frenly Liked: the room comfortable Disliked: preety nice

Khursiah

Family with young children · Dec 4, 2022

6.0

Pleasant

Shahrizan

Couple · Dec 5, 2022

4.0

Disappointing Liked: Parking dan ruang bilik yang luas. Disliked: 1. If you got muslim visitor, its not proper to place Bible inside the room. Please remove it. 2. My room just beside the other room and which they are having morning session with singing and talk loud. Can hear from my room. We need

Hafiz

Family with young children · Dec 8, 2022

4.0

Liked: Was dust and the air conditioning it's not working that good Disliked: Because not value for the money...and was dust

Kevin

Couple · Dec 12, 2022

9.0

Superb

Raggamodska

Group Traveler · Dec 13, 2022

7.0

Spacious bathroom. Liked: Great location. Basement parking lot. Spacious and clean bathroom. Disliked: Maybe can spray room fragrance.

Fong

Business Traveler · Dec 18, 2022

8.0

Very good

Paul

Business Traveler · Dec 19, 2022

9.0

Great value for money wrapped in a clean friendly package!!!! Liked: The location is awesome, walking distance to food, covered car park was a definate plus. I checked in at 1am and the reception was up and cheery!!!! Well done. Disliked: One side of the hotel the rooms are kinda noisy from the road

Sulistyo

Family with young children · Dec 20, 2022

5.0

quite happy with the stay. but can use some upgrading Liked: location is good. but the noise from the traffic is quite annoying. everything seems old Disliked: the noise from the street and old look

Lyndon

Couple · Dec 22, 2022

6.0

Pleasant

Maylow71

Couple · Dec 26, 2022

10.0

Exceptional

Anne

Family with young children · Dec 26, 2022

9.0

Superb

Zhen

Family with young children · Dec 29, 2022

8.0

Good Liked: Almost is good. As well possible upgrade little bit. Disliked: Room. Parking. Service

Letchumy

Solo Traveler · Dec 31, 2022

7.0

Good

Katrin

Family with young children · Jan 1, 2023

9.0

Liked: All was good

Ali

Family with young children · Jan 5, 2023

6.0

Upgrade Online Booking System Liked: staff behaviour was so Amiable, generous and helpful Disliked: staff behaviour was so Amiable and generous but doesn't mean much when you don't have anything to accomplish customer requirements۔ 1) Very few things were available in breakfast Bread, jam, butter a

Loy

Family with young children · Jan 7, 2023

9.0

Superb

Ameer

Business Traveler · Jan 7, 2023

10.0

Exceptional

Dang

Family with young children · Jan 10, 2023

7.0

Good

Luisa

Couple · Jan 18, 2023

8.0

it was a good place to stay for a few days Liked: staff was nice, room was clean Disliked: we didnt have windows to outside, therefore no sunlight; there was no fruit or vegetables for breakfast (you could pay extra for fruit platter)

Elimar

Family with young children · Jan 28, 2023

6.0

Pleasant Liked: cleanlines Disliked: very noisy we can even here guest walking on the upper floor

Letchumy

Group Traveler · Jan 28, 2023

8.0

Very good

Puteri

Group Traveler · Jan 29, 2023

9.0

Superb