Queen's HostelvsHotel Penaga
Both Queen's Hostel and Hotel Penaga are praised by travel writers. Overall, Hotel Penaga ranks slightly higher than Queen's Hostel. Hotel Penaga comes in at #24 in Penang with positive reviews from 3 publications including Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Time Out.
Queen's Hostel
Time Out
Lonely Planet
20 & 22 Lebuh Queen, Georgetown, Penang Island 10200, Malaysia
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Air Conditioning
- Baggage storage
- Safe
Time Out "The highlight is the dorm itself, sprawled with thick comfy mattresses divided by make shift curtains for privacy." Full review
Lonely Planet "If you're a female backpacker concerned about sharing a mixed-sex dorm, this women-only hostel will suit you fine." Full review
Hotel Penaga
Fodor's Time Out Lonely Planet
Corner of Hutton Lane & Clarke Street, Georgetown, Penang Island 10050, Malaysia
From $32/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Fodor's "A multimillion ringgit refurbishment converted 15 prewar shop houses into this 45-room boutique hotel, retaining the 1940s features while introducing contemporary aesthetics and amenities." Full review
Time Out "Shaped much like a horseshoe, Penaga Hotel occupies a busy crossroads in the heritage zone but proves a surprisingly peaceful enclave." Full review
Lonely Planet "This hotel takes up most of a city block and spans three sections: a row of two-storey family-friendly mini-homes, apartment-sized suites and spacious rooms." Full review
