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Tido Hostel Penang

Property class: 2

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A modern interior with a sofa set, hanging plants, and a bar area.
A hallway with doors marked 'D' and 'C', illuminated by overhead lights.
A modern bar area with a curved counter, multiple stools, and a seating area with sofas and round tables.
A corridor with bunk beds, a red and white striped wall, and a sign indicating room number B.
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring balconies and a central entrance with a covered area.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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No. 106 Argyll Road, Georgetown, George Town, Penang, 10050
  • Place, Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, KOMTAR
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Penang (PEN-Penang Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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A bunk bed room with wooden headboards, white bedding, and a blue accent wall.

Lower Bunk in Female Dormitory

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with wooden headboards, white bedding, and a blue accent wall.

Top Bunk in Female Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed room with wooden headboards, white bedding, and a blue accent wall.

Top Bunk in Mixed Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Lower Bunk in Mixed Dormitory

A bunk bed room with wooden headboards, white bedding, and a blue accent wall.

Lower Bunk in Mixed Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room Female Only

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and pillows, a wooden headboard, and a wall-mounted light.

Double Room Female Only

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and pillows, a wooden headboard, and a wall-mounted light.

Double Room Mixed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

George Town

Located in Downtown George Town within a short walk of KOMTAR, Tido Hostel Penang is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Gurney Drive. This 16-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, coffee/tea in a common area, and express check-out.
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What's nearby

  • Pasar Chowrasta - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • KOMTAR - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gurney Drive - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Penang Sentral - 24 min drive
  • Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Founders Hutton - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kheng Pin Cafe 群宾茶室 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kirishima Japanese Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Shill 90’S - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jeruk Madu Pak Ali - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Tido Hostel Penang

At Tido Hostel Penang, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and express check-out. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. This hostel also has laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

More

  • 5 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: MYR 30.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: MYR 40.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 50.0 per night
  • This property doesn't allow children 12 and younger (only guests older than 12 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: MYR 100.00 per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in fee: MYR 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: MYR 40.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 50.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Tido Penang Hostel
Tido Hostel
Tido Penang
Tido Hostel Penang
Tido Hostel Penang George Town
Tido Penang George Town
Tido Hostel Penang George Tow
Tido Hostel Penang George Town
Tido Hostel Penang Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Tido Hostel Penang Hostel/Backpacker accommodation George Town

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to Tido Hostel Penang?

This hostel is situated in Downtown George Town within a short 13-minute walk of KOMTAR and also 19 minutes on foot from Gurney Drive. You'll also find Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site and Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Tido Hostel Penang?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Tido Hostel Penang include a casino?

No, Tido Hostel Penang doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Tido Hostel Penang?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Tido Hostel Penang a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a rainfall showerhead as well as a free manager's reception and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Tido Hostel Penang have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Tido Hostel Penang feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Tido Hostel Penang doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Tido Hostel Penang allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Tido Hostel Penang.

Does Tido Hostel Penang have connecting rooms available?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Tido Hostel Penang?

The closest major airport to Tido Hostel Penang is Penang Intl. Airport (PEN), which is 11.5 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Tido Hostel Penang?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Tido Hostel Penang.

Tido Hostel Penang Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 61 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a good stay at Tido's. Highlights have definitely been the easy-going reception staff as well the lovely common area on the top floor. I would recommend anyone visiting Penang to stay here. It's centrally located and has a 24 hour reception. The staff are accommodating and the area itself is convenient. The only wish for improvement is for the toilets and bathrooms to be cleaned daily. But in general the hostel is well kept :)
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Not bad

Overall ok for the price . Double room (private) with shared bathroom .convenient location just that the windows were not sealed properly so it was very noisy . Comfy bed . Room was a bit dusty ..cleanliness could be improved . Friendly service from the counter staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sathia Jesudas

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The workers are friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionist was not polite, she took my money for the city tax and charge me per day per stay and I booked for two nights so I paid her upon checked in. After check-in about 1 hour later I did not like the hotel so I want to check out then I ask for my city tax to be refunded for the second cost as I will not stay for tomorrow. She did not want to give back to me the money. And I get two bottles of water per day for my room and I already paid for my two nights stay and they told no not refundable so I said fine. Then I ask to give me my two bottles of water in advance for my second-night stay water. She refused to give me water which I already paid for it. This hotel is horrible and the bed is dirty and some hair around the pillow and room is dusty, and some part is falling apart in the room and curtain is not working properly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lounge was fantastic. Simple breakfast provided. The condition of the bathroom/toilet could be better.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1階の部屋でしたが、冷蔵庫は5階まで行く必要がありました。スタッフの皆さんはいつも笑顔で親切でした。歩くのが嫌いでなければ、パブリックバス乗り場まで5分程度で行けます。そこからバスを使って大体の場所まで行くことが出来ました。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Personal etwas sparsam, aber ansonsten steht es immer zur Verfügung. Frühstück haben wir nie genutzt, kostenloses Wasser gab es täglich frisch. Badezimmer waren sauber, Zimmer ebenfalls. Housekeeping sehr nett und aufmerksam.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place 1. WiFi can be improved 2. Tho no shoes are allowed in the dormitory, the hygiene doesn’t match the condition
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and comfortable spot for the night.

Room and bed is Clean. Sells beer at reception at decent price. Common area upstairs has power plugs so you could work. Bathroom heaters could use some maintenance. Underbed storage is a nice idea.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
3 nights stay, but next chance,more.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Alice

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I stay 3nights, My room is on 1/F no WiFi as me and my roommate complains few times but no reaction. Bedroom is so many dust but acceptable. However, the toilet is so horrible no staff cleaning and smelly no one refill toilet paper. Some facilities was broken. I booked coz of the good comments but after stay 3nights that’s nightmare about the toilet, really disappointed. I definitely NOT recommend to others
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Takiine

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
cozy and comfortable room to relax while to look at scene of Georgetown
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Melvin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible wifi and uncleanliness

Absolutely terrible. Terrible wifi between 0.5 Mbps to 2 Mbps constantly disconnecting. Also, Bed bugs were found in my bed the first night I got there. They moved me to a different room after I told the staff and they washed my clothes. The bathroom on the third floor has very bad shower pressure and the shower handle is broken. The water heater was also not working.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Siti Natashah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

More than just for Tido.

Location is really good. It’s at the heart of good food and walking distance to Komtar where the bus terminal is. Getting around is super easy. The Indian Male staff (I forgot to ask for his name) is really friendly and awesome. Recommended me a good local food stall too and gave a landmark to find my way at ease. Clean and comfortable for a good night sleep after a long day. There’s a lounge at level 5 where you can lepak and chill. There are books, TV, movies available too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stylish and Comfy, But Poor Security

Very comfortable, spacious beds and shared dorm rooms with modern touches. One of the sleekest hostel rooms I've stayed in, by far! I appreciated that the floor had four bathrooms/showers as well (with the best water pressure I've experienced in any hotel/hostel!). The big downside was security. The front door doesn't lock, and there's a separate open door to the outside near the bottom of the stairs that lead directly to the rooms. Three girls in my room had things stolen one night/morning, and unfortunately it wasn't a huge surprise. There's a currently a very clear risk that someone could just walk in from outside and steal things. Always lock the shared room door, and never leave your belongings/valuables out--always take them with you or lock them up in the drawer provided!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ooi

Liked: Cleanliness

Lift faulty

Although I have book 1 nite stay at the hotel, but I did not manage to stay there. My wife do not like the Bathroom is outside of the hotel room as I did not informed her that there is no bathroom inside the hotel room. So I have to check out immediately as my wife do not like the room. Another issue for the hotel is that there is only 1 left and it is out of order. Me and my wife have to carry our luggage walking up the stairs to the 5th Floor. No one is helping us with all our luggage.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

MARSITHAH

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Suitable hostel especially for backpackers. The room was very clean but they should improve their room smells because some foreigners bringing their shoe inside the room. They also should clean their toilet regularly and open more toilet to avoid people waiting. After all, I'm very enjoy my holiday while staying at your hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

ワイファイがないのが本当に残念。それ以外は許容範囲。

旅行者としては部屋でWi-Fiが使えないのが、辛い。一応たまに繋がるが、繋がってもかなり遅い。五階に冷蔵庫や食器共用のラウンジがある。交差点のはす向かいにコンビニ。ホテルで自転車が借りれる。バタワースからつく港からは徒歩20〜30分
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jihyun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

추천합니다.

현관문이랑 엘리베이터를 탈려면 카드키가 있어야해서 안전한거 같았고 5층라운지에는 전자렌지,정수기,그릇,냉장고가 있어서 즉석식품사서 먹었어요. 숙소도 깨끗하고 화장실도 넓고 뜨거운물도 잘나왔어요!! 수압도 쎄서 좋았어요. 그리고 한국컵라면은 근처 마트에 안팔아요ㅜㅜ 2일동안 찾으러 다녔는데 숙소앞에 팔았어요ㅋㅋ 숙소현관문에서 오른쪽 대각선에 24시편의점있는데 거기에 신라면큰사발팔아요!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hostel. I love it so much. I hope i will be back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Patricia

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Décevant

Propreté dans les salles de bains et toilettes laissait à désirer + petit déjeuner scandaleux (les quelques trucs à manger étaient recouverts de fourmis, la vaisselle etait super sale) et connexion internet ne marchait pas. La deuxième nuit, toutes les toilettes de l'étage (4) étaient bouchées et super sales, elles n'ont été nettoyées que plus de 24h plus tard. Grosse blague, surtout pour le prix que cela nous a coûté (une chambre double, 25usd / nuit avec salle de bains communes).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

6/10 Okay

TS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

綺麗なホテル

とても綺麗で清潔感のある部屋だった。 ラウンジもオシャレでこの値段この設備は満足。 ただ、Wi-Fiがどの階でもかなり繋がりにくかった。そこだけが難点。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SATSU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

とにかく従業員の人達が優しい

海外旅行すら不慣れな私が初めてホステルを利用しましたが、設備もベッドもとてもきれいでした。勉強中な拙い英語も丁寧に聞いて下さり、理解に時間がかかっても嫌な顔せず気さくに接してくれました。近くにコンビニもあるので、消耗品はそこで調達できるのが有難いです。次訪れる際はぜひまた利用させて頂きたいと思います。
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hostel, in a good location.

This is a great little hostel, located within walking distance of the hustle and bustle of Georgetown. The room (double) was clean and was quiet despite being set back from a main road. I have to say the included breakfast wasn't that amazing (cup of tea and a piece of toast) but the kitchen area/relaxation area is well set out with a nice view of the streets below. For breakfast just head 30 seconds down the road for local Roti Canai, so good and rammed with locals, only 7RM. The hotel was clean with friendly staff. Good Wifi too. I would happily stay here again on my next visit to Penang.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

TSK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

整潔 新穎

這家hostel離紅園很近，也很近免費巴士CAT的8號站，很方便就可到達光大和碼頭。而房間的冷氣要問樓面借remote來開的。整體來說很整潔，locker鎖很多是壞的。浴室可以接受
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017