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# Minima 8

Hostel in George Town, 10-minute walk to Gurney Drive

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![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106680000/106675300/106675211/6ed3baa0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

-   Overview
-   Rooms
-   Location
-   Policies

Minima 8 sits in the heart of George Town, offering a genuine social atmosphere where guests easily meet fellow travelers. The in-room WiFi is free, making it simple to share adventures online. This lively hostel provides everything needed for both relaxation and fun.

## Popular amenities

-   Free WiFi
    

## Room options

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All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 4 of 4 rooms

### Basic Single Room

### Highlights

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

-   Sleeps 1
    
-   1 Twin Bed
    

### Basic Triple Room

### Highlights

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

-   Sleeps 3
    
-   1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
    

### Basic Room

### Highlights

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

-   1 bedroom
    
-   Sleeps 4
    
-   2 Double Beds
    

### Basic Double Room

### Highlights

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

-   Sleeps 2
    
-   1 Queen Bed
    

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## About the area

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Jalan Cantonment 10350 Penang, 31M, The Moment, George Town, Penang, 10350

#### What's nearby

-   Gurney Plaza - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
    
-   Penang Adventist Hospital - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
    
-   Gurney Drive - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
    
-   Gleneagles Penang Medical Centre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
    
-   KOMTAR - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
    

#### Getting around

-   Penang Sentral - 34 min drive
    
-   Penang Intl. Airport (PEN) - 33 min drive
    

#### Restaurants

-   ‪The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - ‬4 min walk
    
-   ‪Ah Boon Sushi - ‬3 min walk
    
-   ‪Hana Thai Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
    
-   ‪77 Food Yard - ‬4 min walk
    
-   ‪Joies Cafe & Sourdough - ‬3 min walk
    

## About this property

### Minima 8

Hostel near Gurney Drive

Located close to Gurney Plaza, Minima 8 has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Room features

All guestrooms at Minima 8 include amenities such as free WiFi.

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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
    

### Guest services

-   Housekeeping (on request)
    

### Accessibility

-   No elevator
    

## Room amenities

### Bathroom

-   Private bathroom
    

## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

### Check-out

Check-out before noon

### Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking

If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

### Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

## Important information

### Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

-   A tax is imposed by the city: MYR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

### 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted

### We should mention

This property does not have elevators

### Property is also known as

Minima 8 George Town

Minima 8 Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Minima 8 Hostel/Backpacker accommodation George Town

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Minima 8 pet-friendly?

> No, pets are not allowed at this property.

### How much is parking at Minima 8 ?

> This property doesn't offer parking.

### What time is check-in at Minima 8 ?

> Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

### What time is check-out at Minima 8 ?

> Check-out is at noon.

### Where is Minima 8 located?

> Located in Downtown George Town, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Pulau Tikus Market and Gurney Drive. Dhammikarama Burmese Buddhist Temple and Wat Chayamangkalaram are also within 10 minutes.

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