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Strategically located in the heart of UNESCO World Heritage Site of George Town, Wassup Youth Hostel offers accommodations in Penang. It features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. It is 170 metres to Glass Museum Penang and 750 metres to the Penang Heritage Gallery. Wonderfood Museum and Clan Jetties of Penang are within 2 km from Wassup Youth Hostel, while Fort Cornwallis is 3 km away. Penang International Airport is 17.1 km from the property. Each bed in the dormitories comes with a power point, reading light and large locker. A shared bathroom and shared toilet is available. Linen is provided. Private guestrooms have carpeted flooring, a flat-screen TV, clothes rack, personal safe and an electric kettle. Private bathroom comes with a shower, towels and hairdryer. Other facilities include a shared kitchen, TV lounge, a games area with pool table and free usage of computers. Guests can approach the 24-hour front desk for tour arrangements, ticketing services and luggage storage.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in George Town

Parking available on-site


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
2 single beds
2 double beds
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.6
Facilities
6.7
Cleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.9
Value for money
7.2
Location
7.9
Free WiFi
6.5
Low score for George Town
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Property surroundings

Facilities of Wassup Youth Hostel

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking on site
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Sun terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Live music/performance
    Additional charge
  • Karaoke
    Additional charge
  • Billiards
  • Games room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs MYR 4 per day.
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Luggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Minimarket on site
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Carpeted
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English
    • Malay
    • Tamil

    House rules

    Wassup Youth Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 00:00

    Check-out

    From 09:00 to 12:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of MYR 50 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 8. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    7+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    MYR 50 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no cots available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa Cash Wassup Youth Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted. Please note that a Penang Heritage Tax applies and is not included in the rates. Rates are MYR 2 per room per night, MYR 0.50 per person per night (dormitory). This is to be paid upon check in

    For bookings of 5 rooms or more, please note that a prepayment deposit of 50% of the total charges is required upon arrival.

    Please inform Wassup Youth Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    A damage deposit of MYR 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

    FAQs about Wassup Youth Hostel

    • Check-in at Wassup Youth Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • Wassup Youth Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Billiards
      • Games room
      • Karaoke
      • Live music/performance

    • The prices at Wassup Youth Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Wassup Youth Hostel is 100 yards from the centre of George Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.