I was in Penang previously attending an event. Instead of opting to spend the night at some hotels, I choose to try out one of the backpackers place in the heart of Penang city. The place I stayed at was Red Inn Court, a boutique hostel and it is a member of the Red Inn’s hostel chains in Penang. There are actually 4 Red Inn’s in Penang, which is Red Inn Heritage, Red Inn Cabana, Red Inn Penang and also Red Inn Court. Red Inn Court is quite new as it was opened in 2011.

 the reception

Location

Red Inn Court is situated in Jalan Masjid Kapitan Keling in the heart of Georgetown. I think the area is considered part of Penang’s Little India area. It is just walking distance from the other major tourist streets in the city such as the Love Lane, Muntri road and Chulia street. Among the attractions nearby are Masjid Kapitan Keling and the 200 year old Goddess of mercy temple. If you walk further, you could even reach Fort Cornwallis or enjoy some street food by the sea.

the building

Room

There are a few types of rooms here. The male dorm, female dorm, mixed dorm and even a private room. The dorms price ranges from RM28 until RM35 and private rooms costs RM88 until RM120 depending on types and season. Oh ya, the price includes breakfast. The 4 bedded male dorm size was acceptable. Room was very clean and the bed was comfy. Like most hostels, lockers are provided and there are no attached bathrooms, it’s on sharing basis.

the male dorm

the bed

Facilities

You will be given an access card upon check in and that will be the key to your room. The toilets are generally clean and nicely decorated. You have like 4 showers and 3 toilets on the 1^st floor so you won’t have to worry much. There’s a common area downstairs equipped with a mini library, at 42” tv with media player, a computer and you’ll also have a free wifi all over the place.  You could also rent a bike with them to get you around the city.

the shared bathroom

shower area

a place for you to relax

Staffs

Staffs were friendly and helpful throughout our stay. Angie, one of the staffs, was cooperative in giving us recommendations and information. My girlfriend accidentally left her brooch there when we checked out and Angie helped us to search for it and kept it for us.

the bikes for rent

among the decorations

dining area

Overall

It was actually my 2^nd time staying in a hostel in Malaysia. I would say I was satisfied staying at this place, mainly because it was clean and it also provide me with a great ‘Peranakan’ atmosphere. So for those who are planning a trip to Penang and on a tight budget, try check out Red Inn Court. If you plan to stay here, it only can accommodates about 20 pax at one time so make sure you book early.

Red Inn Court
No. 35B & 35C, Jalan Mesjid Kapitan Keling,
Georgetown‎ 10200 Penang, Malaysia.
Tel: +604 – 2611 144
Fax: +604 – 2610 943
Email: askus@redinncourt.com
Website: www.redinncourt.com

Location

GPS Coordinate : 5.418734,100.339129

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