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Baba Guesthouse

52 Batu ferringhi, Town Centre, Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island 11100, Malaysia
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Birmingham, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

I stayed here for a few days in March, in room 11 (3 beds, fan). We found that Baba Guesthouse was great-lovely location right by the beach (and you can sit on the balcony and look out at the sea), very family-like atmosphere- the family who runs it are friendly and as they live downstairs it feels like home after... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

The guesthouse is on the cheap side, so don't raise your expectation to high and you will be ok. The guesthouse is a few steps to the beach, so we can enjoy the sea breeze and sun, but that's also why my room has a lot of sands (i woke up one night to go toilet, and saw the brush... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2013 via mobile

Checked into this guesthouse as we were after a few days by the beach. Couldn't get much closer as it's practically on the beach. We had a double room with air con which was cold, if a little loud. Although we were promised hot water the shower was cold, but the bathroom and room in general was clean. Wifi had... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013

This is by far one of the best guest houses I have stayed in in south east Asia. They are very friendly and attentive. It has the feeling of staying in someone's home. It is basic but has everything you need. I was a little reserved at first but after we had settled in I ended up staying an extra... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013 via mobile

Stayed for 3 nights and cost us 50R a night for a fan room. Room had a desk, wardrobe, an 2 windows. Outside was a shared balcony with sea view. Family are very helpful and are always cleaning an sweeping up the sand. They even hosed my flip flops as they were left outside with sand on I would recommend... More

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Warsaw, Poland
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2012

We stayed in a double room with fan on the first floor, wich was small, basic and clean. The price was fair. A disadvantage was very thin walls, so you can hear your neighbours as if they were in your room. There are 2 common bathrooms for about 10 rooms on the floor (one with hot and one with cold... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2012

Although the location is OK and room clean, the poor quality of almost everything in the room makes me believe this guesthouse has been managed with minimum re investment for years. Air con are 20 years old model at least, and walls between rooms are made of crappy wood, and no comment on room insulation which makes you feel poorly... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 November 2012 via mobile

We loved this little gem! We booked 3 nights and ended up staying for 10! The rooms are basic and te showers and toilets are not in the best shape but everything is cleaned! It can be a little noisy but all in all it is a great little guesthouse! There is a nice balcony seating area to chill out... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 October 2012

A delightful guesthouse close to the beach where it feels like you live just above the family owning the guesthouse, a family a bit obsessed with cleaning meaning it's. got very clean common areas. To reach the upstairs rooms and an amazing balcony you enter through the familys living area and kitchen giving a homey atmosphere. Standard rooms, clean shared... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 July 2012

When we arrived at Georgetown very early in the morning, we found a taxi and asked if he could recommend a place to stay in Batu Ferringi. We wanted a budget place. He suggested Baba Guesthouse. When we arrived we were doubtful, but once we checked out the rooms we like it immediately and stayed for two nights. We chose... More

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Also Known As:
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Baba Guesthouse Penang, Malaysia
Address: 52 Batu ferringhi, Town Centre, Batu Ferringhi, Penang Island 11100, Malaysia
Region: Malaysia > Penang > Penang Island > Batu Ferringhi
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Ranked #2 of 16 B&Bs / Inns in Batu Ferringhi
Price range (per night): S$19 - 26
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