Everything you need as a backpacker. Great beds, activities, good space to chill and hang and retreat to yourself, and everything is very clean. Also staff consists of other travelers, so overall atmosphere is great.

Stayed in August 2025

The shower/toilet area was noticeably warmer without aircon but totally acceptable considering how expensive aircon is financially and to the environment. The shower tiles were shiny and slick. I wonder about user safety when wet.

Wow. Best hostel I’ve experienced in Malaysia- by a LONG WAY. Amazing staff and interesting fellow travellers to share stories and ideas with in three areas to socialise: the downstairs work/eating area, the rooftop kitchen and table, and the rooftop seating area. A beautiful spacious modern building perfectly situated in the historic old city. For me, a big YES was the crisp clean air in the soundproof 36-bed mixed dormitory, the spacious downstairs workspace, the big clean showers and toilets, and the suitably equipped kitchen on the rooftop for making own meals and saving some cash on my 10 week trip through Malaysia. Cold and hot drinks water on tap at two dispensers. An army of staff and volunteers were constantly at work keeping the floors spotless. Brilliant management of making the stay comfortable, clean, and safe. Kudos to all involved. Large two-shelved lockers outside the dorms made keeping things tidy easier. Excellent value for money. I am highly unlikely to try anywhere else if I am in Penang again. An 11/10!

Stayed in July 2025

I love the place. They have a very chill vibe when you come back for a day activities you can take some rest at the common area. WiFi is good , I can work here remote too. Recommended

Stayed in July 2025

The dorm is spacious. Everything is clean and comfortable. The staff is nice and helpful.

Stayed in July 2025

It ıs amazing place. People ın there are so kind. Events and the vibe in general so good

Stayed in July 2025

Nothing

It is a great hostel, great staff and facilities. There are lockers, place to hang clothes to dry, multiple bathrooms and toilets. It is clean. There is also a working room. The dirm is big but was quiet. The beds feel private enough with the curtains. The AC works well. The temperature in the dorm was ideal not too cold. The hostel organizes many activities as well

Stayed in July 2025

Facilities are awesome! Air conditioning room, well equipes bathrooms and showers. Social hall is fine, you can play with the car as well! And the terrace is cool!

Stayed in July 2025

I think its a bit dim in the dorm at the bed i mean.

Good location, walking distance to many popular spots. Staffs are friendly and they have a very very cute cat. And they also have movie nights, very interesting activities

Stayed in July 2025

It’s my first time staying in a hostel in Malaysia and this place has exceeded my expectations. Many fellow guests commented the same, that this was the best hostel they’ve ever stayed. There were activities at night, the staffs were super friendly and willing to share about the food, place, and sightseeing spots in Penang. This place felt like home and definitely will pay a visit again sooner or later.

Stayed in June 2025

I really loved the view from the dormitory, the friendly staff (I forgot her name—she's cute and wears glasses), and there was also one cute guy who sings Chinese songs so beautifully; I think he's one of the staff too. The environment was clean and quiet, and the rooftop view at night was amazing. It was also quite lively—there were a lot of activities happening at night, but I couldn’t join because I had my own plans. Overall, I loved it and wish I could’ve stayed longer! :)

Stayed in May 2025

The big dorm is not my vibe, go for the smaller ones less issues

Staff acted quickly when a guest bothered the whole room. Good location and great bathrooms.

Stayed in April 2025

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The vibe is so good, everyone is so friendly here, you have the chance to do whatever you want. It is also close to some nice food restaurants

Stayed in May 2025

Only the dorms and the downstairs area have aircon so cold showers were nice, lol.

I really liked this spot. Dorms had aircon and you had a locker for your things. Great rooftop area with kitchen. Events everyday.

Stayed in March 2025

Given the number of beds, the number of available toilets and showers is very low.

Great location - in the middle of the old town, close to street foods and many bars and restauranst. You can discover main Georgetown points by the walk. It is located in the quiet street so you don't hear any music or noise from the neighbourhood. Rooms are very spacious with good and comfortable beds and air conditioning working all the time. Everyone gets access to safe locker where you can put all your luggage.

Stayed in March 2025

Not very social but only stayed one night so not much to go off

Very clean, comfortable and good facilities. Modern social area and the bedrooms the perfect temperature.

Stayed in April 2025

none.

location consider ok, not far from main attraction.

Stayed in April 2025

Super good, whether it is cost-effective or the people inside are super friendly, you must not miss this one

Stayed in April 2025

The dorm is safe and quiet, comfortable for sleeping. The lobby is big and chill. They also have motorbike rental and the motorbike is very new at reasonable price.

Stayed in April 2025

Really love the staff there, everybody is so nice. Rooftop and kitchen are a real plus, and everything is really clean. Open mic or movie night are great.

Stayed in April 2025

All good, but quiet and not that social even when fully booked

Stayed in April 2025

my room was just a little too crowded & not enough storage places next to my bed

good staff well-organized reasonable set of rules & some appreciated flexibility within them

Stayed in February 2025

One of the best hostel I’ve been. Very clean, work area. Really recommend

Stayed in February 2025

the kitchen was awful, everything smelled bad. Time for a serious cleanup. Put my leftovers in there for one night and the smell was so strong it ruined it.

Some place else was truly some place else. The beds: spacious. The personnel: so friendly and inviting. The vibes: peaceful and many social activities. It was truly amazing.

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing, all the activities organised were fun, and the staff are very accommodating

If you want a place that ensure meeting cool people from all over the world, Some Place Else is the place to be !

Stayed in January 2025