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Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom
35 square metres
1 King Bed 1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 3 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Quadruple Room
24 square metres
2 Double Beds
Room sleeps 4 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Single Room
12 square metres
1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 1 guest
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Deluxe Double Room
35 square metres
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Ensuite 4-Bed Dormitory Room
16 square metres
1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 1 guest
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Superior Twin Room
18 square metres
1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Superior Double Room
16 square metres
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Standard Double Room
14 square metres
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Get an overview of this hotel
Hostel with a bar, a short walk to KOMTAR

Popular property highlights

Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
Grocery/convenience store

A stay at Wassup Youth Hostel places you in the heart of George Town, just a 4-minute walk from KOMTAR and within a 5-minute drive of Gurney Drive. This hostel is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Penang Hill and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Swettenham Pier Cruise Terminal.

Make yourself at home in one of the 34 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and an arcade/game room. This hostel also features tour/ticket assistance and a vending machine.

Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Wassup Youth Hostel. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Total number of rooms - 34
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Luggage storage
  • Terrace
  • Vending machine

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Malay
  • Chinese (Mandarin)

Room Amenities

Wassup Youth Hostel offers 34 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. This George Town hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Shower only
  • Free WiFi
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Towels provided
  • Linens provided
  • Number of bathrooms: 1

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at midnight

Check-out

Check-out time is noon

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 50 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets not allowed

You need to know

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit 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. No onsite parking is available. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

No cots (infant beds) available

Cash Deposit Required

Front desk opens daily at 9:00 AM

Front desk closes daily at midnight

Staffed front desk

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff do not wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is not available for guests

Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are not provided with hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are not in place

Contactless check-in is not available

Property follows regional sanitisation guidelines Safe & Clean (Malaysia)

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are not available

No gap period between guests' stays

Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly

Temperature checks are not available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is not available

Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection

Cashless transactions are not available

Masks are not compulsory at the property

Contactless food service / room service is not available

Reservation is not required for facilities on site

Mobile key entry is not available

Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety

Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)

Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing

Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: MYR 50.00 per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 50 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Hotel Names

  • Wassup Youth Hostel Penang
  • Wassup Youth Hostel
  • Wassup Youth Penang
  • Wassup Youth
  • Wassup Youth Hostel Penang/George Town
  • Wassup Youth Hostel George Town
  • Wassup Youth George Town
  • Wassup Youth Hostel George Town
  • Wassup Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
  • Wassup Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation George Town
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