Due to Langkawi’s popularity among locals and foreigners alike, things like accommodation can get quite pricey. So it’s no wonder that budget hotels in Langkawi are in high demand!
Many budget hotels still have convenient access to the beach, a pool, or are in a prime location close to attractions and eateries.
Check out this list of the best budget hotels in Langkawi for a comfortable stay that will not take a toll on your wallet!
Top 11 Affodable Hotels In Langkawi
1. Bed Attitude Hostel Cenang
Conveniently located at the heart of Langkawi, Bed Attitude Hostel Cenang offers cozy dormitory style accommodation at very affordable prices.
With ample choices of food, entertainment and tourist attractions within walking distance or a short drive away, this hostel in Langkawi is a popular choice for group and solo travellers alike.
The host and staff are friendly and helpful. Many guests return to stay at the hostel due to the welcoming hospitality and impeccable facilities here.
What you’ll like:
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the hostel
- Warm and welcoming host and staff
- Facilities such as washrooms and common area are clean and well-maintained
- Air-conditioning in all rooms
- Private twin room available
- Small pantry for light cooking
- Iron and hairdryer available for use
Good to know:
- 5-minute walk to the Pantai Tengah Beach and Cenang Beach
- Located near many eateries and tourism spots such as Underwater World Langkawi and Laman Padi Langkawi
- Toiletries and towels are not provided; towels can be rented for RM6/towel
- Toilets and showers are shared between male and female guests
- No washing machine or dryer at the hostel but there is a laundry nearby within a 5-minute walk
- Starting Price Per Night: RM72 (2 Pax)
- Address: 1, First Floor Cenang View Hotel, Jalan Pantai Cenang, 07000 Pantai Cenang, Malaysia
- Contact: +6017-779 5658
2. Sayy Haa Inn
Ideal for couples who want their own privacy or families with small children, Sayy Haa Inn offers rooms with their own private bathroom starting from as low as RM90 per night.
The modern rooms are furnished with a flat screen television, mirror, desk, and a mini bar. Guests do not have to worry about any noise as the area is quiet and peaceful at night.
Plus, this budget hotel in Langkawi is within walking distance or a 2-minute drive to Pantai Tengah Beach. It’s easy to find food or entertainment as all of them are within easy reach.
What you’ll like:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking on property
- Rooms are spacious and clean
- Friendly and helpful staff
- Convenient location
Good to know:
- 2-minute drive to the Pantai Tengah Beach and Cenang Beach
- Plenty of restaurants and convenience store located nearby
- Cenang Mall and Duty-Free Shopping Centre is less than 1km away
- Near to tourist attractions such as Underwater World Langkawi
- Starting Price Per Night: RM90 (2 Pax)
- Address: Jalan Pantai Tengah, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah
- Contact: +6012-402 0262
3. Ku’s Roomstay
If you have transport of your own and don’t mind a little distance from town, this budget hotel in Langkawi is perfect for bigger groups, couples and families.
Free parking onsite is available for guests too. However, the distance means that you will need a car or a bike to reach the nearest restaurants, tourist spots, and beaches.
But you can expect a comfortable and pleasant stay as the rooms are spacious and fully air-conditioned. Their family rooms which can fit up to a maximum of 5 guests come equipped with a kitchen too.
What you’ll like:
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
- Free parking on property
- Non-smoking rooms
- Excellent customer service
- Quiet and peaceful place
Good to know:
- 10-minute drive to Kuah and Cenang Beach
- 30-minute drive to Langkawi Skybridge, SKYTREX Adventure and Eagle Square
- Car or motorcycle rental can be arranged by the host
- Advised to bring mosquito repellent
- Starting Price Per Night: RM67 (2 Pax)
- Address: 1, Kampung Bubor, Temonyong, Mukim Kedawang, 07000 Pantai Cenang, Malaysia
- Contact: +6014-348 6207
4. Pemandangan Indah Guest House
Just a few minutes away from Langkawi International Airport and a 10-minute drive to the lovely Cenang Beach, this is one of the best budget hotels in Langkawi for families on vacation with their children:
Because the guest house has a swimming pool and the Permandangan Indah Recreational Park is close by so there are plenty of fun activities for children to enjoy.
Guests can choose between the standard rooms, a two-bedroom suite or the guest house depending on size of the group.
Kuah town and eateries are around a 20-minute drive away, but delicious breakfast is provided onsite with a charge of RM8/pax.
What you’ll like:
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
- Free parking on property
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fabulous views of sea and mountains
- With a pool
- Very affordable especially for big groups
- Quiet location
Good to know:
- 20-minute drive to Kuah and Cenang Beach
- 30-minute drive to Langkawi Skybridge, SKYTREX Adventure and Eagle Square
- Personal transport recommended for sightseeing
- Starting Price Per Night: RM95 (2 Pax)
- Address: 37, Jalan Padang Matsirat, Kampung Yooi, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah
- Contact: +6019-446 3996
5. Dhania Motel
Dhania Motel is another budget hotel in Langkawi near Cenang Beach. Stays here will be quiet and comfortable as it is off the main road which can get quite noisy.
You won’t have to go far for food either as there is a restaurant next door along with food trucks just outside the motel.
A strategic location and great value for money makes Dhania Motel a popular choice among tourists who visit the island.
What you’ll like:
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
- Free parking on property
- Clean and spacious rooms
- Near to eateries, souvenir shops and convenience store
- Free drinking water in the lobby
Good to know:
- Less than a 10-minute walk to Cenang Beach, Cenang Mall and Underwater World Langkawi
- 30-minute drive to Langkawi Skybridge, SKYTREX Adventure and Eagle Square
- Might find ants and insects in the room
- Low water pressure in the bathroom
- Starting Price Per Night: RM85 (2 Pax)
- Address: Lot 55, Jalan Pantai Chenang, Kampung Lubok Buaya, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah
- Contact: +604-955 3501
6. T Star Cottage Langkawi
T Star Cottage Langkawi is a unique and unconventional accommodation for couples and backpackers who love adventure and can accept the simple and rustic living conditions of T Star Cottage Langkawi.
The cottage operates on a self-service concept.
Hence, there is no daily room service during your stay and only basic amenities are provided. In return, you will get to enjoy a rejuvenating stay surrounded by nature and fresh air.
Choose from Kampung House, Modern House and Spa House for your stay but take note that only certain rooms are air-conditioned while the others are cooled by fans.
What you’ll like:
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
- Free parking on property
- Smoke-free property
- Surrounded by nature, flora and fauna
- Each room has a balcony for guest to sit and relax in
- Close proximity to spas such as Alun-Alun Spa
Good to know:
- 5-minute walk to Pantai Tengah
- 5-minute drive to Cenang Mall and Underwater World Langkawi
- 30-minute drive to Langkawi Skybridge, SKYTREX Adventure and Eagle Square
- No hot water facilities
- Does not accommodate children below 12 years old and children aged 12 and above are considered adults
- Maximum 2 person per room
- Each room is provided with 2 towels, 1 blanket, 1 soap and 1 toilet roll
- Additional items and amenities will be charged e.g., change of linens, mosquito net, extra towels, etc.
- Starting Price Per Night: RM78 (2 Pax)
- Address: Pantai Tengah, Mukim Kedawang, Langkawi, 07000 Pantai Cenang, Malaysia
- Contact: +6012-423 2010
7. Motodorm Backpackers Hostel
Designed as a motorcycle themed dormitory by the owner and host who is a passionate biker himself, the interior is rustic with a touch of fancier furnishings here and there.
Located on the second floor of a shop lot in Kuah, you can choose rooms from a mixed-dorm or female dorm for an inexpensive and comfortable stay.
For as low as RM22 per night, you get to enjoy free Wi-Fi, a patio with scenic views and a typical Asian breakfast every morning.
Moreover, free use of bicycles is available for guests as the area is popular for cycling.
What you’ll like:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Neat and tidy facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free bicycle rental
- Motorcycle rental is available
- Plenty of restaurants nearby
- Very affordable
Good to know:
- 7-minute drive to Eagle Square and Jetty Point Duty Free Store
- 25-minute drive to Cenang Beach and Tengah Beach
- 35-minute drive to Langkawi Skybridge and SKYTREX Adventure
- Starting Price Per Night: RM22 (1 Pax)
- Address: Langkawi Mall, 54, Persiaran Bunga Raya, Kuah, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah
- Contact: +6012-424 1308
8. Mazza Nur Motel
Get a family room that can fit 4 people at only RM63 per night when you stay at this budget hotel in Langkawi.
Set within 1km of Cenang Beach and a 12-minute walk to Tengah Beach, it is an ideal location that is near to tourist spots, restaurants, and water sport activities too.
Rooms are clean, well-maintained, and quiet which is much welcomed after a long day of playing tourists outdoors.
What you’ll like:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free private parking for guests
- Family rooms come with a terrace, flat-screen TV, minibar, kettle, bidet, and desk
- Great hospitality by owners
- Near to eateries and tourist attraction sites
Good to know:
- 5-minute drive to Cenang Beach, Cenang Mall and Underwater World Langkawi
- 30-minute drive to Langkawi Skybridge and SKYTREX Adventure
- Road to motel is narrow and difficult to navigate
- Starting Price Per Night: RM63 (4 Pax)
- Address: Kampung Lubok Buaya, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah
- Contact: +6014-692 8354
9. DVilla Guesthouse Langkawi
At the northern side of Langkawi Island, this is one of the best budget hotels in the area if you are looking to be away from the hustle and bustle of the touristy side of town.
That doesn’t mean you’ll be missing out all the fun though as Tanjung Rhu Beach (one of Langkawi’s best shorelines) is still only a 10-minute drive.
Great for family vacations, this guesthouse offers family rooms that can fit up to 5 pax. If you have a bigger group, consider booking the apartment which can fit up to 9 people.
With a swimming pool on site, scenic views of the paddy fields and eateries nearby (as long as you have your own transport), your family vacation is all set to be a great one!
What you’ll like:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free and on-site private parking for guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beautiful view of paddy fields and mountains
- Quiet and peaceful environment
- On site pool
Good to know:
- 5-minute drive to tourist spots such as Langkawi Wildlife Park and Air Hangat Village
- 10-minute drive to Tanjung Rhu Beach and Kilim Geoforest Park
- 25-minute drive to Langkawi Skybridge and SKYTREX Adventure
- Pretty far (30-minute drive) to Cenang Beach and Kuah town
- There is a convenient store close by
- Rooms are mostly on the ground floor (some on the 1st floor with no lift)
- Starting Price Per Night: RM81 (2 Pax)
- Address: Lot 1319 Kampung Bohor Merah Jalan Padang Lalang, Mukim Ayer Hangat, 07000 Tanjung Rhu, Malaysia
- Contact: +604-959 1509
10. RL Budget Rooms Langkawi
Another excellent budget hotel in the heart of Langkawi – it takes only a 5-minute walk to reach Cenang Beach from RL Budget Rooms Langkawi.
This is also means that there are ample restaurants for food options but if you do not feel like heading out, you can opt to dine in their on-site restaurant that serves Western and local cuisine.
Rooms are spacious and clean making it a cozy stay for families with children as well as groups of friends. Choose the room with a hammock for the ultimate beach vacation vibe!
What you’ll like:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free private parking onsite
- Non-smoking rooms
- Some units include a seating area and/or balcony
- On-site restaurant available
Good to know:
- 5-minute walk to Cenang Beach and Laman Padi Langkawi
- 30-minute drive to Langkawi Skybridge, SKYTREX Adventure and Eagle Square
- Many eateries and entertainment nearby
- Toiletries and hair dryer are not provided
- Outdated bathroom facilities
- Some rooms only have a fan and no air-conditioning
- They only accept cash payment
- Starting Price Per Night: RM45 (2 Pax)
- Address: RL Budget Rooms, No. 4, Kampung Lubok Buaya, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah
- Contact: +6012-513 6103
11. The Concept Hotel Langkawi
Newly renovated with a bright and modern interior, this budget hotel has the highest starting price on our list although it’s still very much affordable.
Suitable for couples and families, this hotel set in Kuah comes with an outdoor swimming pool and spacious rooms for an enjoyable stay.
Each room comes with air-conditioning and many amenities such as a wardrobe, kettle, fridge, mini bar, safety deposit box, flat-screen TV, and private bathrooms with shower.
The hotel’s strategic location in the city centre also makes it accessible to attractions spots such as Kilim Geoforest Park, Langkawi Bird Paradise, Eagle Square and duty-free stores.
What you’ll like:
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free parking onsite
- Non-smoking rooms
- Scooter rental available with reasonable price
- Responsive and helpful staff
- Great location
Good to know:
- 10-minute drive to Eagle Square, Legenda Park and Pulau Paya Marine Park
- 20-minute drive to Cenang Beach, Underwater World Langkawi
- 35-minute drive to Langkawi Skybridge, SKYTREX Adventure and Telaga Tujuh Waterfall – See other waterfalls in Langkawi
- Only cash payment accepted
- Plenty of eateries and convenience stores around
- Breakfast not provided
- Toiletries provided
- There is a Coway water dispenser for guests
- Starting Price Per Night: RM100 (2 Pax)
- Address: 104, Kelibang, Jalan Padang Matsirat Kuah, 07000 Langkawi, Kedah
- Contact: +604-966 0760
Conclusion
Particularly if you have your own car, there are numerous budget hotels in Langkawi that will suit your needs. Else, some do provide motorbike rentals.
If you want access to a pool, consider Pemandangan Indah Guest House, The Concept Hotel Langkawi, or DVilla Guesthouse Langkawi.
So Langkawi may well be known as the Jewel of Kedah, but you don’t need to spend a fortune when it comes to finding places to rest and relax during your trip here!
Further Reading
- 11 Must-Stay Homestays in Langkawi
- 7 Spectacular Langkawi Beach Hotels
- 9 Best Hotels in Langkawi With Private Pools
- 11 Best Hotels In Langkawi
