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The 10 Best Hostels in Ipoh, Malaysia

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Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, The Brownstone Hostel & Space is located in Ipoh, 1 km from Ipoh Parade and 5.9 km from AEON Mall Kinta City. The property is around 7.4 km from AEON Mall Ipoh Station 18, 10 km from Lost World of Tambun and 13 km from AEON Mall Klebang. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests.

The hostel seems new, so everything works and is in place. The bed's are comfy and the curtains give the necessary privacy. Offering bread and spreads, cookies, tea and coffee for breakfast is super handy.

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8.8
Fabulous
836 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Beds In Garden Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Ipoh. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 500 metres from Ipoh Parade.

Fantastic location, walking distance to popular eateries, save money on Grab rides . Hostel is very clean, staff in the office very friendly and helpful, especially 'Mei mei'. Will come to stay again when visiting Ipoh.

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8.1
Very good
636 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Situated in Ipoh, less than 1 km from Ipoh Parade, Homey Hostel features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge. The property is set 6.5 km from AEON Mall Kinta City, 7 km from AEON Mall Ipoh Station 18 and 11 km from Lost World of Tambun. The hostel also offers free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

Not my first time staying here yet not going to be the last one too. My regular transit spot every time I'm in Ipoh. From a guest becoming more like a friend nowadays visiting this place. Friendly and lovely young lady owner. Highly recommended for short and long term stays.

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7.5
Good
214 reviews
Price from
£7
per night

Edm Space is situated in the heart of Ipoh, just 700 metres from the popular Ipoh Parade shopping mall. WiFi is available throughout the property.

Rooms come with modern and artsy interiors. Each room comes with access to a shared bathroom.

Great central location. Worth what was paid for the stay.

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7
Good
170 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Marina Hostel is set in Ipoh, within 5.6 km of AEON Mall Kinta City and 7.4 km of AEON Mall Ipoh Station 18. Featuring a shared lounge, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 700 metres from Ipoh Parade, 600 metres from Ipoh Convention Centre and 1.2 km from Han Chin Pet Soo Museum. The air-conditioned rooms provide a city view and come with a desk and free WiFi.

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7
Good
1 reviews

Situated along Jalan Sultan Iskandar Shah, Vloft Backpackers Hostel offers accommodation in Ipoh. Free WiFi access is provided throughout the property.

The hostel has dormitory and private rooms. Guests have access to shared bathroom facilities with hot-water shower and toiletries provided.

Clean, value, highly recommend!

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7.2
Good
50 reviews

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Avg. price/night: £28.36
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,079 reviews
    Comfortable, clean, cheap, great location, friendly staff
    Jonty
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £43.40
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,048 reviews
    The hotel is in a great location close to the Ipoh city centre. It has a restaurant that offers great food. The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. The facilities, such as a safe, kettle, and iron with an ironing board in the room, offer travellers added comfort. Generally, the hotel is maintained to a high standard, and the staff is friendly, helpful, and respectful. I highly recommend this hotel.
    Maria L
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 695 reviews
    Walking distance from Concubine Lane and located at the Ipoh central attraction. Only 0.5km from KTMB Ipoh. Really suitable for Backpackers. Very cozy and private for a hostel. It feels safe for a single female traveller. A friendly and helpful staff as well.
    Adiralaili Hawa Binti
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £12.36
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 508 reviews
    The staff were very friendly and there are water dispensers throughout the hotel. The room was only small but we had a comfortable stay. It's a cheap budget hotel ok for a stop over.
    Ashley
    Young couple
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 330 reviews
    There is nearby night market, there is a lot of local foods (but that's for Friday only). And also some cheap restaurant that within my budget.
    Sammy
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £20.03
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 636 reviews
    The location is middle in the town. 2 minutes walking to Gerbang Malam night bazar. Its very clean. First time we stay in hostel concept in Msia, and we feel very safe.
    Marha
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £30.98
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 836 reviews
    What an amazing interior, it's well designed for a hostel. You have a beautiful common area on the first floor and a couple of terraces available to use. Dormitory beds are spacious and lockers big enough to fit a 90L backpack. I'm happy with all the amenities. I didn't stay long enough to rent a bike but I love that this is offered as well.
    Iva.Koz
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £12.46
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 977 reviews
    Everything except noises from the street. Especially the staff. Cleanliness. Cheap. Great location.
    Chan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £30.98
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 836 reviews
    The staff are very nice and helpful. The bunk beds are comfortable, room is clean and the aircon is ok. I slept well. They have good hair dryers and uggage storage. I was also able to work online from the hostel. The ambiance is unique. Location is okay.
    LORIE ANN
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £30.98
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 836 reviews
    Very nice hostel, in an old colonial house. The beds are very comfortable, rooms and bathrooms clean. Full of solo travelers so it is easy to meet new people!
    Antonia
    Solo traveller

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