About

We are located on the vibrant Joo Chiat Road, housed in a restored traditional 1920s shop-house. Stay with us for an experience off the beaten track. You will be surrounded by local culture and plenty of amazing local food. Wander off to the nearby East Coast Beach for a leisurely cycle along the coast all the way to Marina Bay in just 40 minutes!

Getting around Singapore from our hostel is easy:
- 15-minute walk from Paya Lebar MRT Station (EW8/CC9)
- 2-minute walk from Bus 33 (to city)
- 6-minute walk from Bus 24 (to airport)

Our spacious and cosy Common Room is perfect for connecting with fellow backpackers. Play a game of pool, browse through our large collection of books, challenge others in a board games showdown, or just enjoy a lazy Netflix evening on one of our comfortable couches.

Our friendly staff will help you with food recommendations, directions, and suggest the best things to do in Singapore based on your interests.

What’s included in your stay?
- FREE Maps
- FREE Wifi across the building
- FREE Breakfast
- FREE Coffee & Tea (all-day!)
- FREE Lockers
- Bicycle/Kick Scooter/Skateboard Rental
- Laundry Services

We do our best to be eco-friendly. Air-conditioning in all dorms are switched on between 7pm – 10am, and windows are opened up during the day to let in fresh air. Not to worry, air-conditioning is available 24-hours in our common room.

Please read through Things to Note and Policies (below) before booking.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Age Restriction
  • No Curfew
  • Non Smoking
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Breakfast
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Luggage Storage
  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Parking
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Reviews

8.7Fabulous(2437)
  • Value for Money
    8.9
  • Security
    9.4
  • Atmosphere
    7.7
  • Cleanliness
    8.7
  • Staff
    9.8
  • Location
    8.4
  • Facilities
    8.2
Summary of traveller reviews

Betel Box Backpacker Hostel in Singapore offers a welcoming atmosphere with exceptionally friendly and helpful staff, including Tony and Josh, who provide great local tips and itineraries. Guests appreciate the clean facilities and the convenient location in a vibrant neighbourhood, though some mention the rooms can be warm and the shower/toilet combo is small. It's a good choice for budget travellers seeking a comfortable and social stay.

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Stayed in Jul 2026
8.3
T
Thomas
Male, 25-30, Austria
Super friendly staff that gives you tips about what do in the city. However, you get what you see on the pictures. Shared dormitory with many people, rather small rooms, not so comfortable to sleep. Expensive as hell (Singapore prices)
Stayed in Jul 2026
8.9
H
Hayden
Male, 18-24, Australia
A great place to stay in Singapore especially if you’re looking for that more local vibe in the area. Tony was great and knows a lot about the area and was happy to give me some recommendations when I got there. This was my first night of my first solo international trip so was a little bit nervous but by the end was loving it!
Stayed in Jun 2026
10
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Audrey
Female, 18-24, USA
I had a great time, the staff were so friendly. They have someone at the desk all the time. They took care to know who was staying, the person who works days knew who I was even though I checked in with the night person. I loved this attention to detail. The breakfast was good! French press coffee, tea, and lots of spreads for the bread. I enjoyed the local Singaporean pastries they set out. Everything was very clean, and the shower had hot water.
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Location

200 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore, Singapore
6km from city centre