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200 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427471, Singapore
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Betel Box Hostel
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New Zealand
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

I wanted somewhere a bit cheaper to stay in Singapore for a couple of days and chose this place for the proximity to transport and the women's only dorm. I'm not usually a hostel kind of person - and this place wouldn't turn me into one all the time - but it was everything I needed, which was a place... More

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Berlin, Germany
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11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

We booked bunk bed here and it was average size room overpacked with bunk beds, everything about it was average or bellow average. Hostel is located in a busy indian area, some good restaurants nearby. Small breakfast is included and its served in a small caffee restaurant in the same building. Forgetable experience, but i can recommend it to the... More

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New York, New York, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

Great location with plenty of inexpensive and authentic eateries, close to bus stops that will take you into center city in 20 minutes, 15 minute walk to East Coast Park and 15 walk to the metro station, about 45 minutes to and from the airport taking the bus (fare was under $2 Singapore dollar each way!). As for the hostel... More

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Bangkok
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013

I decided to try a backpackers out of town as a couple of people had told me about this place. Its not a modern day hostel, but a pretty damm good one. Its bulid with character and passion, it has,everything a traveller needs. Anyway I spent 4 nights in singapore and found that the area Joo Chat road is awesome... More

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Oxford, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

I stayed at Betelbox Backpackers for three days from 9th December 2012. As a disabled person I was very pleased at the kindness and courtesy I received at the hostel. I was greeted with a much appreciated cup of tea and plenty of help with my luggage. Also, a lot of interesting conversation. I snore so I had booked a... More

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Singapore
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22 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

Went there with my parents today for lunch. We ordered curry fish head, rendang beef and chap chai. We enjoyed all the dishes, especially the rendang beef, which was tasty with just the right amount of spices. The fish was fresh and there were generous portions of ladyfingers and brinjal. Highly recommended.

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Cebu City, Cebu City, Philippines
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2012

As a solo backpacker and a first time visitor of Singapore, I would recommend this hostel. The place is "homy" like those college dorms in the movies. Uncle Tong, the person whom I've been in contact through email since my reservation was very helpful. He knows everything and will give you tips on where to go or what to do... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2012

For reviews and more pictures, visit my blog @ Ms-Skinnyfat The cosy first floor of the shophouse houses the Bistro, which has been opened for 17 months. A little more about Betel Box- it started out as a backpackers hostel 10 years back, providing a good night's rest and activities for their guests. What started as just dinner with backpackers,... More

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 August 2012

I had a great time at this place, the staff were always helpful and had heaps of local knowledge, it's an interesting area to explore with lots of good places to eat and the breakfast is great, thanks for the extra muesli and fruit Tony!

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Melbourne, Australia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 August 2012

My wife and I decided to try this place as we didn't want to pay for a hotel with high prices so we booked in at the double room here. The bonus was that it was a family room as well so we had plenty of space and a couple of extra beds to chuck our stuff on! The shower... More

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Also Known As:
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Address: 200 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427471, Singapore
Region: Singapore > Singapore
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Free High-Speed Internet
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Ranked #42 of 146 Speciality lodging in Singapore
Price range (per night): RM87 - 196
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