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About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Sea Lion by the beach in Tanjung Bungah offers a homestay with a garden, terrace, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy air-conditioning, a washing machine, and a private entrance. Modern Amenities: The property features a lounge, shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, and full-day security. Additional amenities include a balcony with sea views, streaming services, and a work desk. Prime Location: Located a few steps from Tanjung Bungah Beach, Sea Lion by the beach is 23 km from Penang International Airport. Nearby attractions include Straits Quay (4 km) and Penang Botanic Gardens (8 km). Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its friendly host, convenient location, and quietness of the area. Guests appreciate the garden views and balcony access.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Linda
United States
“Spotlessly clean with comfortable bed and warm welcoming owners. The key card entry is a nice touch. It's a little way out of the main tourist areas but Grab is readily available so not really an issue. Highly recommended.” - Thomas
Malaysia
“Good location. Clean. Nice decorations feeling home. Nice planting garden. Full facility including oven, microwave, huge fridge and washing machine.” - Petra
Netherlands
“The room is big and comfortable. The bed and shower are really nice. Host is really nice and helpful, they can tell you a lot about different places to visit. Shops, restaurants and markets are really close by. There is a beach, but we didn't...” - Emily
New Zealand
“Awesome set up with big room, shared kitchen, close to walking beach (not swimming), safe feeling area, little new restaurant/ cafe area and food markets super close. Lovely owners and cute cat!” - Jade
Australia
“Really enjoyed our stay here! The owners are such friendly and helpful people, any request or question we had they would help us out. Location is good, you can rent a scooter via the owners or there’s a bus stop just a few minutes walking that can...” - Gudrun
Austria
“Everything really excellent. If you need something just ask, the hosts are available in person and via messages. Highly recommended.” - Mélodia
France
“Definitely the best place I’ve stayed in Penang. The owners are very kind and helpful, it’s a pleasure to chat with them. The house feels like a home. It’s very convenient, quiet and clean. I wish I spent more time there. Hope I will come back!” - Silviu
Romania
“It was wonderful! Very friendly and familiar. Lots of great and helpful local tips! Highly recommended for people who want to have contact with others. There is also a lovely cat. The house is lovingly decorated and very neat and clean. Beach,...” - Michal
Germany
“Big and spacious room, very clean, AC worked well, wifi worked well, own balcony and solid bathroom, great value for money, I could check in even earlier. Very nice and polite host” - Antony
United Kingdom
“What really makes this property are the hosts Jo and Alex. They were incredibly helpful from start to finish. They helped us with various things during our stay. For the price you pay (it’s a budget accommodation) visitors receive a great...”

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English,Malay,ChineseProperty surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Sea Lion by the beach in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.
A damage deposit of MYR 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.