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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 558 feet to Glass Museum Penang and 2461 feet to the Penang Heritage Gallery. Wonderfood Museum and Clan Jetties of Penang are within 1.2 mi from Wassup Youth Hostel, while Fort Cornwallis is 1.9 mi away. Penang International Airport is 11 mi 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

Located in the top-rated area in George Town

Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
2 full beds
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.6
Facilities
6.7
Cleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.9
Value for money
7.3
Location
7.9
Free WiFi
6.5
Low score for George Town
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Area info

Amenities of Wassup Youth Hostel

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking on site
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Sun deck
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional charge
  • Karaoke
    Additional charge
  • Pool table
  • Game room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs MYR 4 per day.
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Vending machine (drinks)
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Safe
    General
    • Convenience store 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 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM

    Check-out

    From 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Refundable damage deposit

    A damage deposit of MYR 50 is required on arrival. That's about USD 10. 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 & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

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

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

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

    Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's 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
    Must-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 of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details 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

    • The prices at Wassup Youth Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Wassup Youth Hostel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

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

      • Pool table
      • Game room
      • Karaoke
      • Live music/Performance

    • Wassup Youth Hostel is 350 feet from the center of George Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.