74%100 Cintra Street

Great character. Not your typical hostel. Big airy dorms with fans.

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by demyan2477 – posted on Dec 13, 2008

4

Nice place, good character. However I would suggest you book in advance because the manager prints the Hostelworld booking very seldom and you may end up not considered thus without a room. Besides he did NOT refund the deposit, and also charged 15 RM instead of the 13+ indicated on HostelWorld.... more Nice place, good character. However I would suggest you book in advance because the manager prints the Hostelworld booking very seldom and you may end up not considered thus without a room. Besides he did NOT refund the deposit, and also charged 15 RM instead of the 13+ indicated on HostelWorld. Manager's knowledge about any nice activity or anything about where the bus stops are, where to rent a motorbike rental, barely has a map at all...close

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by ybanouni2414 – posted on Dec 12, 2008

1

nice place and all.....too many bugs and couldn't sleep duu to noise of local club....bang bang bang!!!!

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by dresser – posted on Dec 11, 2008

6

They double booked us so was told to find elsewhere and cannot submit a proper review.

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by michael-cline109314 – posted on Dec 10, 2008

1

Great character hostel, helpful staff.

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by SWilliams – posted on Dec 6, 2008

16

This pl was full of character and the guy there was so helpful and gave you heaps of handy tips. The rooms are basic but it's all quite arty and quirky - we had a good stay there and would recommend it!

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by lauramgavin3986 – posted on Nov 20, 2008

3

The Best hostel i've ever been for sure. So full of charm and Kenny Rocks! Thx so much

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by martinez762094 – posted on Nov 11, 2008

8

The rooms are like little prisons with bars on the door and window but the man in charge is very nice and helpful. It is BASIC but adequate.

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by hvanson3252 – posted on Nov 5, 2008

2

This hostel had a fantastic charm and character. Wooden beams and kind staff to help. We had to end our stay though due to very large Bed Bug infestation. Our bed and walls were covered in them. Im not sure what the atmosphere or the future of this hostel will be though as the owner died this...

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by louisa-and-ryan3506 – posted on Oct 5, 2008

3

The hostel was average on the whole but the thing that mad it poor was the amount of bugs in the room and the size of the rooms were also very small. We had a double bed and a small bit of floor space to put our bags, not much room to move around

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by ferbja20 – posted on Aug 26, 2008

9

Really, the absolute minimum for a hostel. The location is good, but the beds are very hard - just a thin mattress on the floor. No internet and unfriendly attitude from the staff.

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by eimob – posted on Aug 14, 2008

2

100 Cintra Street may well appeal to people who want to stay somewhere a bit different but it was not for us. It felt dark & dingy and we could not lock our cell door from the inside. Bathrooms were very basic & not maintained throughout the day. We couldn't wait to check out the next...

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by kezp5490 – posted on Aug 4, 2008

5

A converted jailhouse with lots of character..staff are excellant.

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by julie1261 – posted on Jul 24, 2008

6

It takes a moment to realize why this place was chosen as loney planet's our pick. It makes more sense if you know that it used to be a museum. The rooms are very basic but very clean. The matrasses may be thin, but didn't prevent me from having a good night's sleep. The rhythmic beats of a not... more It takes a moment to realize why this place was chosen as loney planet's our pick. It makes more sense if you know that it used to be a museum. The rooms are very basic but very clean. The matrasses may be thin, but didn't prevent me from having a good night's sleep. The rhythmic beats of a not too close club could be an issue if you have a light sleep but this might be also true for other places in this area. The owner is very helpful and the location within Georgetown is great.close

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by paka2 – posted on Jul 19, 2008

8

the building in a look in to old china with a musseum on the top floor with old items from when the english settled in penang. also has aroof terrace which has a great view of the sunset every night.

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by skidmorethan1244 – posted on Jul 16, 2008

3

Really whacky building, with a ton of character. Not a great deal to do in the hostel but the staff make up for it.

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by jelly3413 – posted on Jul 12, 2008

13

Really, just don't go. The staff is nice but you feel like youre in a prison. Trust me, I'm not picky but even I say no to a padlock on my door which is too small for me to fit through in the first place. But hey, if you like club music until 4am, a two inch mattress on a raised wooden platform... more Really, just don't go. The staff is nice but you feel like youre in a prison. Trust me, I'm not picky but even I say no to a padlock on my door which is too small for me to fit through in the first place. But hey, if you like club music until 4am, a two inch mattress on a raised wooden platform and a massive mosquito net hovering over you, this is your place.close

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by arden1212 – posted on May 12, 2008

1

If you don't want any sleep at night, then 100 Cintra Street is the place for you!! The place is dank, dismal, dark and dowdy. Quite appropriate, therefore, that it adjoins a large Chinese funeral parlour. The 'rooms' are basically steel & wooden framed cages with a padlock. Dorm beds are... more If you don't want any sleep at night, then 100 Cintra Street is the place for you!! The place is dank, dismal, dark and dowdy. Quite appropriate, therefore, that it adjoins a large Chinese funeral parlour. The 'rooms' are basically steel & wooden framed cages with a padlock. Dorm beds are just placed in an alcove on the first floor landing. There are 2 toilet/showers which could do with a good coat of paint and bleach.Bring your own toilet paper and sink plug. I originally booked in for 3 nights in a single room. However, the first night (Saturday) there was a constant 'boom. boom' noise from a nearby dance club that lasted until 4am. That was followed at 6am by a Mullah calling the faithful to prayer. Believing it to be just a weekend thing, I stayed a seconnd night to have the same dance music, until well past 2am. Also, there were several young men from Singapore, whom I doubt were bona fide 'travellers.They were talking amonst themselves until after 2am. The Singapore conference resumed at 6am!! After 2 nights of the sleep deprivation course I had had enough! I checked out and moved on. It did though illustrate one of the basic principles of economics; you get what you pay for. I will never return.close

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by jbailey-7863940 – posted on Mar 5, 2008

6

It sure was an experience! this hostel is unique place to stay. something different and I liked it.

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by aalajoki – posted on Feb 22, 2008

2

It's a couple of minutes walk from the bus terminal. Also walkable from the ferry. After all, Penang is very small. The lady is very nice and helpful. Something I don't like is the lock. It's the oldest style of lock and the door needs to be closed with force in order to lock it properly, so it's... more It's a couple of minutes walk from the bus terminal. Also walkable from the ferry. After all, Penang is very small. The lady is very nice and helpful. Something I don't like is the lock. It's the oldest style of lock and the door needs to be closed with force in order to lock it properly, so it's very noisy and you can hear people getting in and out till very late at night. Other than that, it's a clean and nice place to stay.close

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by geteresa3152 – posted on Jan 18, 2008

7

My biggest problem was that the door to our room could only be locked with a padlock on the outside. That's fine when I'm not in the room, but when I want to sleep at night, it is a little...uncomfortable... That said, had no problems with anything being stolen or that. Owner/manager was... more My biggest problem was that the door to our room could only be locked with a padlock on the outside. That's fine when I'm not in the room, but when I want to sleep at night, it is a little...uncomfortable... That said, had no problems with anything being stolen or that. Owner/manager was quite nice and helpful. As was the lady employed there. Not Far from Kompleks Komtar. Need to buy your own toilet paper. Also, shower is in the toilet room. But that is typical in S.E. Asian hostels and budget hotels.close

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by manningc7914 – posted on Jan 4, 2008

2

I only stayed a night as it was a transit city toward the Cameron Highlands. It really isn't that bad. It does not fit the typical hostel layout that you find in Europe and other westernized cities. The place feels more like a warehouse than a hostel. The bedrooms are 8-10 square... more I only stayed a night as it was a transit city toward the Cameron Highlands. It really isn't that bad. It does not fit the typical hostel layout that you find in Europe and other westernized cities. The place feels more like a warehouse than a hostel. The bedrooms are 8-10 square foot alcoves with narrow doors secured by padlock. The bed is a mat on a raised platform. A fan and mosquito net were provided. The bathroom had only a few western toilets, but considering the low traffic through the place it's not a problem. The place certainly isn't luxurious, but it's not a bad alternative when other places are unavailable or too spendy. The one perk was the reception attendant was very helpful with maps and suggestion of where to eat and how to arrange onward travel.close

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by rwsp8 – posted on Dec 3, 2007

6

No security for dorm type facilities

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by mugfordtravellers6268 – posted on Apr 28, 2007

6

This is basic hostel with helpful staff but its very basic and the bathrooms were not cleaned enough in my view. Good location though and good value. Bed consists of thin mattress on wooden floor

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by davidfromcheshire14 – posted on Apr 22, 2007

5

Extraordinary place on a island that is normally just full of fancy resorts. Staff is nice and there is lots of specialities, like Internet, great selection of books, fridge etc. Beach is nearby and so are some ok restaurants and minimarts. However, to get around you need a vehicle or bike. Pack... more Extraordinary place on a island that is normally just full of fancy resorts. Staff is nice and there is lots of specialities, like Internet, great selection of books, fridge etc. Beach is nearby and so are some ok restaurants and minimarts. However, to get around you need a vehicle or bike. Pack some mosquite repellant if staying in Cinta.close

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by niinarantti4951 – posted on Apr 18, 2007

2

You got a fan in the room but it was hot very basic and not very comfortable. Also no internet so how they organise bookings i have no idea as mine was not confirmed.

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by anitahanson73 – posted on Apr 18, 2007

3

Quaint and beautiful place... amazing location.. friendly staff... 100 Cintra street was one of our favourite hostels in Malaysia...

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by aparnashekar – posted on Apr 16, 2007

6

wonderful place. the architecture of the hostel is fantastic. the staff are very friendly and helpful, and they introduced me to a few of the other travellers staying there as well. my only gripe is that the mattress are very thin and you are essentially sleeping on a wooden floor, so in the...

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by cirenevs – posted on Feb 10, 2007

10

HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE ESPECIALLY JONNY!!!

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by t-ali – posted on Feb 1, 2007

1

very quaint place - owner is very helpful. very basic and makeshift but clean - good value

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by Gabrielles9917 – posted on Jan 27, 2007

2

We booked here on the strength of good reviews on hostelworld. The dorm appears to be a corridor but there was no one sleeping there. We had a twin room which was like a giant bird cage/prison cell, but clean with a fan and a mosquito net. Bathroom facilities good with warm showers. Main... more We booked here on the strength of good reviews on hostelworld. The dorm appears to be a corridor but there was no one sleeping there. We had a twin room which was like a giant bird cage/prison cell, but clean with a fan and a mosquito net. Bathroom facilities good with warm showers. Main thing is the place was like a ghost town - we only spotted one other person our whole stay so not a place to meet people!close

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by lyseedw – posted on Jan 25, 2007

3

The place is a very old house that has been made into a museum (see Lonely Planet Guide, 100 Cintra street is only listed as a place of interest), but after a very long bus ride we had a terrible night here. there is basically no privacy, it doesn't get dark as rooms don't have walls that divide... more The place is a very old house that has been made into a museum (see Lonely Planet Guide, 100 Cintra street is only listed as a place of interest), but after a very long bus ride we had a terrible night here. there is basically no privacy, it doesn't get dark as rooms don't have walls that divide the light, there is doof doof blasting all night from a few doors down (we were told by the owner it's because of the triads that have a nightclub in the street). Go for it if you're roughing it, crash a night or two with a sleeping mask and earplugs, but don't book a double bed. all the beds are thin foam on a wooden base, and the mosquito net was too small for the double. rough it, for sure. but know that it's gonna be a rough night's sleep!close

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by Destinyoff – posted on Jan 25, 2007

1

Don't be put off by the bad review from a few months ago. The staff were expecting us as planned and were incredibly welcoming and helpful. The building is quite unique and in a great location. Would definitely stay there again.

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by LandLinMalaysia – posted on Jan 1, 2007

1

Location is cool between town and travellers strip, security tight, night watch man sleeps next to only accessable entrance, staff are extremly friendly will do anything to make your stay more comfortable.i caught denghi fever and TJ drove me to the hospital, constantly checked on my welfare and... more Location is cool between town and travellers strip, security tight, night watch man sleeps next to only accessable entrance, staff are extremly friendly will do anything to make your stay more comfortable.i caught denghi fever and TJ drove me to the hospital, constantly checked on my welfare and brought me food and drink.we heard of bad reviews about the other traveller hostels. i havent one bad word to say about 100 cintra street.close

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by jtarpl – posted on Dec 28, 2006

4

On arrival I had concerns about the security in the place, but had no problems! Very friendly owner.

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by mattyfitzy – posted on Dec 20, 2006

2

Character, fun and staff all get the good reviews purely on the strength of the man Kenny! Security is the best I've seen in a hostel, it's like a pleasant, friendly prison. Location is spot on and no problems with the cleanliness either.

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by LeeWeb1041 – posted on Dec 18, 2006

2

since the place is not good, so me and my friends change into the others hotel in the next day, so i just lived in one day.

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by bigstoneworld – posted on Jul 13, 2006

5

nice place, not badconsidering what y ou pay helpful friendlystaff

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by attiq – posted on Jul 5, 2006

9

Although the owners of this hostel are very friendly, I would not recommend booking here (at least not online). It's near impossible to communicate and confirm itinerary before you get there (the owners do not really have or know how to use internet - in fact, I'm a little puzzled how they got... more Although the owners of this hostel are very friendly, I would not recommend booking here (at least not online). It's near impossible to communicate and confirm itinerary before you get there (the owners do not really have or know how to use internet - in fact, I'm a little puzzled how they got themselves listed in Hostelworld.com; they also will not answer the phone), which can cause headahces, plus it's a pretty quiet place and you could very well be the only guest residing there.close

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by vekulai – posted on Jun 27, 2006

2

Staff didn't seem to know what they were doing. Place felt run down which is bad considering its meant to be a historic location. Placed in center of town so can't complain on that fact but there seemed to be other places close by at similiar prices that looked better (i.e. Jims)

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by james9051 – posted on Jun 18, 2006

4