JV Hotel Simpang Ampat stands at No 1712, Jalan Simpang Ampat, the main road that gives this South Seberang Perai town its name, in postcode 14100 on the mainland side of Penang. Rather than a high-rise tower, it is a compact, low-rise property: Traveloka's listing data records 54 rooms spread across just two floors, which keeps corridors short and makes the walk from the car park to your room quick. Traveloka classifies it as a 2.5-star hotel, placing it in the budget-to-midscale bracket that suits travellers who want a clean, straightforward base rather than a resort experience.
Simpang Ampat sits within the Seberang Perai city area of Penang, and the hotel appears under the Simpang Ampat area on Traveloka, one of a couple of dozen properties listed there. That positioning matters for the kind of trip it serves. Guests who stay here are usually on the mainland for a reason: visiting family in South Seberang Perai, attending business in the surrounding townships, passing through on a road trip along the west coast, or keeping costs and driving times down before crossing to Penang Island. The hotel itself keeps its offer simple, with free WiFi, on-site parking and a front desk that is staffed around the clock.
This page brings together what the property has confirmed through its Traveloka listing, from check-in times and house rules to the facilities you can rely on, so you can decide whether JV Hotel Simpang Ampat fits your plans. Where a detail is not confirmed in the listing, such as the exact room configurations or in-room amenities, we point you to the live property page rather than guess.
JV Hotel Simpang Ampat offers 54 rooms in total, all within its two-storey building. Because the hotel is small and low-rise, rooms are never far from the lobby, which is handy if you are arriving late with luggage or travelling with older relatives who prefer not to wait for lifts. Traveloka does not currently publish a fixed, named room-tier list for this property in its structured data, so the categories and bed set-ups on offer can change with availability.
The most reliable way to see the current room categories is to enter your dates on the property page. Each room option shown there lists its own bed type, maximum occupancy and any inclusions such as breakfast. If you need two separate beds, or a larger room for a family, filter by guest count first so only suitable options appear, then compare what each one includes before you book.
The house rules at JV Hotel Simpang Ampat state that the hotel may charge an additional fee for each extra person beyond a room's maximum occupancy, and that extra beds and baby cots are subject to availability. If you are travelling with children or an additional adult, book a room whose stated occupancy already covers your whole group, or contact the hotel in advance to confirm whether an extra bed can be arranged. Any charges for extras are settled directly between the guest and the hotel.
Room-level amenity details for this property are not shown in Traveloka's structured feed, so we do not list specific in-room features here. Rooms at hotels in this category typically include air conditioning and a private bathroom; check the individual room description on the listing for the exact amenities attached to the option you choose. The whole property is non-smoking, which applies to every room as well as to the public areas.
JV Hotel Simpang Ampat is a no-frills hotel, and its confirmed facility list reflects that focus on the essentials. According to the property's Traveloka listing, these are the facilities and services guests can expect:
The listing does not include a swimming pool, gym, spa or on-site restaurant, and Traveloka's data records zero restaurants at the property. If any of those matter to your stay, plan to use facilities elsewhere in the area or consider one of the larger hotels listed further down this page. The listing also shows that an airport transfer service is not offered by the hotel, so arrange your own transport from the airport or bus terminal.
The hotel's policies are equally clear. Smoking is prohibited throughout the accommodation, and pets are not allowed. At check-in, guests may be asked to show valid government-issued identification and to provide a credit card or cash to cover incidentals and the deposit; the listing notes that the property accepts cash and debit cards for the deposit.
JV Hotel Simpang Ampat's full address is No 1712, Jalan Simpang Ampat, Simpang Ampat, Seberang Perai, Penang, 14100. Simpang Ampat is a town in the southern part of Seberang Perai, the mainland half of Penang state, and lies between the inland town of Bukit Mertajam and the coastal Batu Kawan area. Being on the mainland means guests can reach the island side of Penang by road bridge, and the town is also within reach of the North-South Expressway for longer drives up and down the peninsula.
Common ways to arrive include:
Journey times vary considerably with traffic, especially at bridge crossings during weekday peaks and on public holidays, so check a live map app before you set off. Because the hotel does not run its own airport shuttle, it is worth booking a ride in advance if you land late at night.
JV Hotel Simpang Ampat does not list an on-site restaurant; Traveloka's property data records zero restaurants. Whether breakfast is included depends on the room option you book, so check the inclusions shown for each rate on the listing rather than assuming a meal plan. The house rules also note that charges for food and beverage or room service, where arranged, are handled directly between the guest and the hotel.
In practice, guests eat out. Simpang Ampat is a working town rather than a tourist strip, so the food scene leans towards local favourites served in coffee shops and hawker-style stalls along and around the main road. Typical Penang mainland dishes worth looking for include:
If you have a car, the larger towns of Bukit Mertajam and Butterworth add more choice, and George Town on the island is the destination for a dedicated food outing. Planning a day out? Browse things to do around Penang to pair a meal with a heritage walk, a hill visit or a family attraction.
JV Hotel Simpang Ampat makes most sense for travellers whose plans are centred on the mainland rather than on George Town. Its 54 rooms across two floors suit guests who prefer a quiet, uncomplicated place to sleep, and the essentials it does confirm are the ones that matter most on a practical trip: parking, free WiFi and a front desk that is open at any hour.
If you are after a pool, a restaurant or resort-style facilities, a different property may suit you better. You can compare other hotels in Penang on Traveloka to weigh up location, facilities and guest reviews side by side.
A little preparation makes a stay at JV Hotel Simpang Ampat smoother. Keep these points in mind when you book:
Booking through Traveloka lets you see the live room options, compare rates for your dates and keep your confirmation in one place. When you are ready to plan the rest of the trip, head to the Traveloka homepage to add flights, activities or a second stay on Penang Island.
Looking at alternatives on the mainland or across the bridge on Penang Island? These live Traveloka listings cover a range of styles and budgets.
As announced by Royal Malaysian Customs Department, Tourism Tax is imposed starting 1 January 2023 for all hotel guests that are non-Malaysian or non-permanent Residents of Malaysia. Please expect that hotel will collect the Tourism Tax from you during check-in at the hotel. The Tourism Tax rate is 10 RM per room per night.
Popular Facilities | 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | From 15:00 - 22:00 - to 12:00 |
Available rooms at JV Hotel Simpang Ampat | 54 |
Number of floors in JV Hotel Simpang Ampat | 2 |
Another facilities in JV Hotel Simpang Ampat | Free WiFi, Parking, Newspaper in lobby, Luggage storage, 24-hour Receptionist |
