Budget Hostels from

By staying at a hostel, you can spend less on lodging and save more of your trip funds for sightseeing during your holiday.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of forms, but all of them have three main things in common, including budget prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many have private options too).

Based on our customers’ reviews, these hostels in Alor Setar have the highest ratings: Tanjak Motel - Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms. Hostel Ah Wai Hostel Ah Zhi - Property features include free WiFi, free parking and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms.

Good weather’s always better when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Alor Setar are November, October, September and May, with each month seeing an average of 287 mm of rainfall.

Depending on what you’re interested in, you might enjoy some places near Alor Setar. Get out into nature with places such as Padang, Mount Jerai and Darulaman Hills. Cultural attractions include Kedah Royal Museum, Kedah State Art Gallery and Muzium Negeri. Visit landmarks such as Zahir Mosque, Yellow Palace and Rumah Kelahiran Mahathir.

Keep this information about transit options in Alor Setar in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Alor Setar (AOR-Sultan Abdul Halim), 5 mi (8.1 km) from the city centre.