Is there co-living in Penang for digital nomads?
Co-living properties listed
5
Updated October 2026 · Sources cited: swingandpillows.com, belive.asia
- Monthly price range
- MYR 80–MYR 710
Scene Summary
Penang's co-living market is active, with several dedicated operators offering furnished rooms for month-long stays and longer, primarily in Georgetown neighborhoods. The scene serves young professionals, students, and digital nomads seeking community-oriented living spaces. Co-living rates typically range from RM900–1,600 per month, with most operators bundling utilities, WiFi, and weekly cleaning.
Good to know
Good to Know
- Most co-living operators in Penang cluster around Georgetown (city center) and Tanjung Bungah neighborhoods; Swing and Pillows has multiple properties within walking distance of each other in Georgetown.
- Monthly rates typically include utilities (electricity, water), WiFi, and housekeeping, making the all-in cost predictable.
- Minimum stay requirements vary by operator and property; confirm directly with the operator before booking.
- BeLive's Penang properties are located in Butterworth and Batu Kawan on the mainland, requiring a bridge crossing or ferry to central Georgetown.
Properties
Swing and Pillows @ Muntri
- Type
- Co-living
- Includes
- Furnished rooms with bed linen, desk and chair, mirror and hanging closet space; shared common areas; daily housekeeping; WiFi; non-smoking property; 24/7 CCTV surveillance
- Neighborhood
- Georgetown
Swing and Pillows @ Malabar
- Type
- Co-living
- Includes
- Furnished rooms with bed linen, desk and chair, mirror and hanging closet space; shared common areas; daily housekeeping; WiFi; non-smoking property; 24/7 CCTV surveillance
- Neighborhood
- Georgetown
Swing and Pillows @ Beach Street
- Type
- Co-living
- Includes
- Furnished rooms with bed linen, desk and chair, mirror and hanging closet space; shared common areas; daily housekeeping; WiFi; non-smoking property; 24/7 CCTV surveillance
- Neighborhood
- Georgetown
Swing and Pillows @ Bunga Park
- Type
- Co-living
- Includes
- Furnished rooms with bed linen, desk and chair, mirror and hanging closet space; shared common areas; daily housekeeping; WiFi; non-smoking property; 24/7 CCTV surveillance
- Neighborhood
- Tanjung Bungah
BeLive CoLiving (Penang Locations)
- Type
- Co-living
- Includes
- Fully furnished rooms; personal fridge; study desk; bed; wardrobe; high-speed WiFi; weekly cleaning service; 24/7 support
- Source
- https://www.belive.asia/
- Neighborhood
- Butterworth / Batu Kawan (Penang mainland)
AI-generated estimateData refreshed October 2026
Sources cited for this category
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Data last updated October 2026 · Verify anything important.