Betel Nut Lodge
Betel Nut Lodge
Betel Nut Lodge is a refurbished 19th-century heritage building located in the UNESCO World heritage site of George Town and is 1312 feet from Prangin Mall. It offers complimentary WiFi access. The property is 656 feet from Komtar, 1st Avenue Complex and the local Bus Terminal. Penang International Airport is 9.3 mi away. Rooms offer air conditioning, a fan, flat-screen cable TV, laptop safe and telephone. The private bathroom offers shower facilities. Room service is provided. Guests can get assistance with laundry, ironing and luggage storage services. Shuttle and bicycle rental services are also provided. Housekeeping service is only offered for stays of more than 2nights and rooms will be cleaned every 2nd day.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Mei
Malaysia“Tastefully decorated, clean, comfortable bed, everything worked. It was perfect!” 
Matt
United Kingdom“Really helpful staff. Great location in a quieter street. Bonus afternoon tea and cake/biscuit really appreciated after sightseeing in the heat and humidity. Loved our stay here and wouldn't hesitate to rebook should we return to Georgetown. Our...”- Mei Malaysia“Nice and clean room, friendly staff and easy to check in and check out”
Stephanie
Sweden“Very friendly and helpful owner. Convenient location. Clean.”
Yvette Malaysia“It was a wonderful and nostalgic experience staying at Betel Nut Lodge. I wanted to stay in a heritage hotel/ building, and that's what I got. Thank you to the two Staff there for taking care of me during my visit.”- Miho
Japan“Well-maintained heritage house in the middle of all the best places to eat in George Town! The real asset of Betel Nut Lodge though is the owner himself who told us wonderful stories of George Town, of turning his teenage dream of running a hotel...” 
Nicola
Canada“The cutest little guesthouse inside a heritage building in the Old Town. The owner is very nice and so knowledgeable about Penang’s history. He also gave us some great tips on which specialty food to try. The room was clean, nicely decorated and...”- AAnonymous
Thailand“This hotel is near attractions , you can walk around” - Vaisakh
India“The rooms were very clean. Staff were cordial and gave a lot of inputs. Good Cafe and great coffee... The location of this property is very close to the food streets and street art places..” - Mohamed
Morocco“I left my passport and staff was very kind and helpful.”
Hotel area info
Amenities of Betel Nut LodgeGreat facilities! Review score, 8.5
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Breakfast
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Guest bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Cooking classAdditional chargeOff-site
Media & Technology
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Tea/Coffee maker
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingPublic parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs MYR 7 per day.
- Street parking
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Adults only
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Soundproof
- Laptop safe
- Soundproof rooms
- Fan
- Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
- English
- Malay
- Chinese
House rulesBetel Nut Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no cribs available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted. Breakfast is available at a surcharge.
This is an adults and nonsmoking property which does not accommodate children.
The property does not accept American Express debit/credit cards.
Guest must wear mask at all times inside hotel.
Guest checking-in must be Fully vaccinated.
Booking done between 12 am to 5 am for same day arrival will be subjected to confirmation by property.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Betel Nut Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 07:00:00.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
FAQs about Betel Nut Lodge
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The prices at Betel Nut Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Betel Nut Lodge is 1,950 feet from the center of George Town. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Betel Nut Lodge is from 12:00 AM, and check-out is until 12:00 AM.
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Room options at Betel Nut Lodge include:
- Single
- Double
- Twin
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Guests staying at Betel Nut Lodge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegan
- À la carte
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Betel Nut Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Cooking class
