Friday 19 December 2014

* CLOSED* Syok Hostel - Flashpacker Hostel in Penang

Syok (pronounced 'Syiok') Hostel is a backpacker lodge located on the corner of Chulia Street in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Georgetown, Penang. This hostel can accommodate up to 66 people.

I did some research before arriving, and was a little anxious when making a booking here, as I tend to categorise 'budget accommodation' with little or no service and a less than clean environment. But I was proved wrong! 

I stayed in a double-room for the first night (priced from MYR110 per night). It had a queen sized bed, a desk, a mirror and a coat stand (not pictured) and was very clean. The room is very narrow with not enough space to walk around. A MYR50 deposit is required upon check-in for the use of the towels and is refunded to you when you return the towels upon check-out.


This hostel has a mixture of mixed dorms and female dorms (priced from MYR58 per night). The mixed dorms come with 8 bunk beds, each with their own power sockets, bedsheets and pillows. Each bed also comes with a locker with a padlock which you can store your luggage. A MYR50 deposit is required upon check-in for the use of a thin blanket and towel, and is refunded to you when you return the towels upon check-out.



The picture below shows the toilet and the shower facilities available to the mixed dorms. Syok provides 3 in 1 shampoo / conditioner / shower gel and hairdryers.


For the Ladies that want a bit of privacy or who feel uncomfortable sleeping in a mixed dorms, Syok Hostel offers 2 Ladies Dorms, a 6 bed and an 8 bed. The beds also come with each with their own power sockets, bedsheets and pillows. Each bed comes with a locker with a padlock which you can store your luggage. A MYR50 deposit is required upon check-in for the use of a thin blanket and towel, and is refunded to you when you return the towels upon check-out.

There is door that divides the mixed dorms from the female dorms and is usually shut most of the time.


The female dorms have a 'ladies only' shower and toilet facilities. Syok provides 3 in 1 shampoo / conditioner / shower gel and hairdryers.


And in case you've forgotten anything, they do have items that you can purchase.

Price correct as at 11 December 2014.
Syok offers a great lounge with comfy colourful beanbags, couches and a Foosball table for guests to use, and guests can interact with each other making the experience at Syok more fun.


The Hostel also offers free tea and coffee making facilities. Breakfast is also available every morning.


There is a Confessions Wall in the common bathroom area for guests can write and hang their confession on.


The 'Before I Die …» wall in the lounge allows guests to write thoughts and impressions about their life and experiences.


Syiok means a cool or fun place, and this hostel didn't disappoint.


EMAIL [email protected] with Promo code - MigupSyok-EK to book and receive:
  1. 3 days 2 nights Stay (in a dorm room), with breakfast - RM 140 nett per person.
  2. Complimentary for guests - 1 day (8 hours) bicycle rental

Booking Period - from now till 15th Feb 2015
Stay Period - 1st March 2015 to 30th June 2015



SYOK Hostel is located at:
458 Chulia Street
Georgetown, Penang 10200
Malaysia
Ph: +604 – 263 2663



This blog resulted from an invitation and represents the thoughts and opinions of Expat Kiwis. All information on this blog is provided "as is", with no guarantee of completeness, accuracy or timeliness and the writer will not be liable for any losses, injuries or damages from the display or use of this information. All text and photos on this blog are the original works of the writer unless stated otherwise. 

Thank you to mig.me, Syok Hostel, Pan Island Holidays  and Patie Tan for the kind invitation. It was a pleasure you guys were very welcoming. Love the hospitality and friendly smiles too!


5 comments:

  1. Looks like a fun spot to stay if you wanted to save your money on accommodation and splurge on eating out!

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  2. Looks like a fun spot to stay if you wanted to save your money on accommodation and splurge on eating out!

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  3. Eager to read about the food you tried in Penang. I do love Penang food. Sorry I've been away from the blogging world. Miss it so much and trying to get back.

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  4. Is SYOK hostel closed?

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