Time Capsule Hotel, Penang

I've heard of this hotel, saw it on Youtube and has been itching to go visit this hotel for months now.
I stayed in this hotel for 3 days, 2 nights for 1 capsule in the mixed dorm costing me a total of approximately RM140.00 (all inclusive GST and other charges). I booked it online from Hotels.com.

After travelling from Jeti bus station to this hotel by Rapid Penang bus '201-203' which took about 20 minutes ride. Behold, the entrance of Time Capsule Hotel located almost near the start/end of Chulia Street. It is placed in a strategic location because just outside of the hotel has eateries of locals and cafes along Chulia Street with bars for alcholic drinks at night and 7 Eleven convenient store down a few blocks. Not to mention, bus leading to various destinations passes through this street which I find really convenient for travelers.

This is the entrance of Time Capsule Hotel. For travelers walking by the side walkway missing the huge sign of the hotel, you may recognize the demo capsules placed outside the hotel as landmark for you. This shouldn't be a problem as the exterior of the hotel is eye-catching enough for you to not miss it.

As I walked into the hotel, this is the cafe that welcomes me. Along with the smell of coffee bean, and quiet atmosphere, it's a relaxing place to dine and work on your digital devices or whatsoever. The variety of food & drinks offered by the cafe is suitable for all meals such as cakes, bread, coffee, chocolate and so on. I personally did not have the time to enjoy this cafe as I was most of the time outside the hotel traveling. The reception is just beside the cafe, upon checking in, you'll receive a bag of headphones, towels and access key. You'll be provided hotel slippers for your entire stay in the hotel. Your access key will give you access to shoe locker, dorm locker and power outlet for your capsule. 

The hotel is 5 floors high. G floor is cafe & reception. 1st floor is male dorm. 3rd floor is mixed dorm. 4th floor is female dorm. 5th floor is game room.   

  

As shown in the picture, the capsules in the dorm typically looks like this. It can be locked from the inside which gives you a sense of security and privacy when you're asleep especially for single travelers such a myself. The noise reduction inside is reasonable as I went during the quiet seasons, so noise wasn't a matter to me either, so try to respect other guests and not make too much noise. ;) Anyways, the inside of these capsules are equipped with lighting, mirror and a television. Clean, comfortable and awesome. Each capsule (access key) is entitled to one locker for your extra baggage or whatsoever.

As for the 'game room' located on the 5th floor of the hotel, it has pool table, bean bags, a computer, various books and that soccer thing. A pretty cool place to rest & relax after a day of traveling or a good way to kill time during the afternoon. It would have been nice if I had at least a friend to enjoy this facility but nah, I just took some pictures and never came here again.


Well, I hope you enjoyed reading this and hope that it will be informative for anyone considering to stay in the Time Capsule Hotel, Penang. If you have anything to ask or would like to read more posts like this, just let me know through the comments. Thank you!