I'm on a round the world trip and this is definitely one of the friendliest hostels I have come across. The staff are so helpful and go out of their way to create an atmosphere that means you get to know everybody in the hostel. They took us on a food crawl of Penang which was fantastic. They also helped... More

Roommates is a wonderful place to stay at. Although we traveled for 6 months already this was our first real experience in a dorm room, but it was absolutely amazing. The staff is the very helpful and welcoming. The beds are absolutely amazing and the toilets and bathrooms are brand new and clean. The atmosphere is great. You eat fruit... More

I stayed Roommates Penang for 1 night. They are really cool as they are. "The smallest guesthouse in Penang". Good location, nice operation and the most important for me is the experienced receptionist. they made me like I stay in my home. So warm!!! THXXXXXX

I stayed here in a dorm for 2 nights. The place is really clean, the dorm beds are large, and have curtains. all come with reading lights and electric sockets. Showers are nice, you actually feel clean after. Basic breakfast is included. Staff are friendly and helpful The price is a tiny bit more than the competion, but for an... More

We stayed for 5 nights at this amazing guest house in Geoge Town Penang. We where warmly welocomed day 1 by staff and fellow guests. The amtosphere is amazing, every one is friendly and helpful and we have spent a lot of time with the other guests. The place is very cozy, and 100% clean. The beds are very clean... More

Traveled with friends from 28Feb to 2Mac, stayed here for 3 nights. Just RM28 per dorm! We were lucky to choose a very good guesthouse in penang. Friendly, enthusiastic and helpful hosts and staffs. Interaction between hosts and customers is just like friend. They always make good recommendations on food and attractions for us. There were some events hosted by... More

Where to start with why we loved this place? My boyfriend and I were lucky enough to stumble upon roommates when looking for a place to stay in Penang. The place itself is in such a beautiful setting. The decor is stunning- we couldn't believe we were able to stay somewhere so nice. The dorm beds are fantastically big and... More

I've been travelling for 13 months now and this is far and away one of my favourite hostels. We came here on the recommendation of someone we met elsewhere and were really glad we did. It's the first place we extended our stay anywhere in Asia. The friendly and informative staff are a huge asset, as are the spotless rooms,... More

First I have to say, this is one of the best dorm style hostels I have stayed in. An experience in a dorm at a hostel can definitely be dependant on the other guests so in this way maybe I was lucky because the other guests were very nice, respectful and quiet at night. The best thing about this place... More