“Great location, pleasant and helpful staff, very clean and quiet accommodation”

A really interesting historic building

“Lovely stay, worth the money”

The parking is free, however you need to luck finding it first (if the one nearest to hotel is filled, you might have to walk a bit from your car to the hotel). The check in/check out process was very smooth. The receptionist on both days was very nice and kind. The room was nice. It's based on traditional build but still feel comfortable. However, the size is a bit packed so you might have trouble to move around. The location is also very good, very near to most Nasi Kandar, the alley tourist spot and terminal bus (11 min)

The staff were just lovely, the bed was super comfortable and lovely to have tea and coffee in the room. Staff also brought lemongrass tea and cake as a gift for Xmas and boxing days. The location is brilliant too, easy walking to many key spots, or taxi right outside. A beautiful historic building in a historic part of the city.

“Wonderful stay”

1. Although it is a small hotel, it is clean and quiet. The first time that I have stayed in a so quiet hotel. 2. The security is also superb. Without the room card, you can't enter the level 2 of the hotel. 3. The gentlemen who man the counter both morning and night provide very good service. Good, keep it up!

“Charming and convenient heritage hotel, good value.”

Location is great and it’s fun staying in a heritage hotel with nice decor and details. Loved the bed. The complimentary Netflix was a bonus.

“Beautiful heritage house. Our room was small, which we knew from the reviews. It didn’t bother us much as we were out al”

Great service and location. Easy to find

“Lovely boutique hotel with very helpful staff”

Lovely, old style boutique hotel with four-poster bed & very helpful staff. Set in a quiet backstreet in George Town but still with many eating places & bars within walking distance.

Very comfortable room

A charming boutique hotel in heritage district—beautifully restored with vintage decor and modern comfort. Loved the serene courtyard, warm hospitality, and its perfect location amid historic streets. Would return!

“An absolute gem!”

This place is an absolute gem! We were warmly welcomed, check-in was a breeze and we were given a local insight (we think by the owner of the Lodge) into where to find the best street food and restaurants and brief history of the local area, all highlighted on the tourist map supplied He could not have been more helpful. The Lodge is located right in the middle of historic George Town and surrounded by restaurants, street food vendors and cafe's. The famous George Town street art, Little India and the piers all close by and easy to find. Just wander the streets and you will discover something interesting at each turn. Our visit coincided with the Chinese Lunar New Year celebrations, this added to the colour and vibrancy of our stay. We were honoured to be invited by the lodge to join them in a traditional Lunar New Year celebration which was a wonderful experience. Courtesy tea and cakes were delivered to our room without any requests being made from us. The Lodge is located in the heart of George Town and a result the building is very old, but in very good condition, being renovated but still retaining old world charm. Due to the age, the rooms are (by modern standard) small but are very comfortable and decorated in an endearing older style. We could not fault our stay here at Betel Nut Lodge and highly recommend. Should we ever return to Penang we will definitely stay here.

It was wonderful to be included in the celebrations for Chinese New Year. The host is very welcoming and inclusive. The large shared table for guests in the cafe area is great as it's easy to engage with other travellers, particularly good for solo travellers. The location is great, very close to the centre where there's a lot going on.

“The best stay in George Town”

This is the best hotel I have stayed in Penang. This is an authentic heritage place over a hundred years old. The rooms are not big but comfortable, quiet, clean and has fast wi fi. The crew here are friendly and there is a cosy cafe on the ground floor and i had a great cappuccino , cakes there . The location of this small hotel is fantastic, right in the middle of George Town close to all famous street food and attractions. Highly recommended and I will be back for another stay soon!

“Good Experience, Heritage Feel.. Room suited for couples.”

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..

The hospitality and the bed

I left my passport and staff was very kind and helpful.

Super helpful staff and great location!

“Charming historical hotel in the city center”

Located in a beautiful historical building in the center of the city next to great restaurants

A delightful hotel, close to wonderful street food markets. Welcoming host and very attentive staff. As it was in the heart of Georgetown access to tourist attractions was very easy. An awesome stay.

“Very comfortable, convenient stay.”

Kamlesh and another gentleman who usually worked nights, were pleasant and courteous. I spoke the language so it turned out a plus for me.