Cameron Highlands
Malaysia · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Cameron Highlands, Malaysia range from $6 to $37/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 13 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 4, Jul 5, Jul 6.
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Hostel prices in Cameron Highlands, Malaysia
A typical dorm night in Cameron Highlands runs about $6.
At $6/night and up, Cameron Highlands is a mid-range hostel destination in Malaysia.
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Hostels we track in Cameron Highlands
- Traveller Bunker Hostel 8.6 · 1,917 reviews
- De'Native Guest House 9.1 · 781 reviews
- Hikers Sleep Port 9.4 · 564 reviews
- Sleepbox Hotel Cameron Highlands 8.6 · 468 reviews
- Traveller Bunker Hostel 1 8.7 · 409 reviews
- Tekoma Hotel & Hostel CH - FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE 8.9 · 88 reviews
- A3A Oastel Co-living 8.9 · 79 reviews
- Westwood Highland 9.4 · 63 reviews
- Vintage Guesthouse 9.3 · 42 reviews
- Jungle Ippie Hostel 7.4 · 32 reviews
- D Gaya Hotel Cameron Highlands 7.7 · 9 reviews
- Moonriver Lodge 0.0 · 7 reviews
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Local knowledge for Cameron Highlands
Where to stay
Budget travelers base themselves along Jalan Besar in Tanah Rata, where the bus stop, most hostels, and a mix of cheap Indian and Chinese restaurants are all within a five-minute walk. Brinchang, a few kilometers uphill, is cooler and quieter but has limited food options without your own transport.
Getting around
- Book the TBS-to-Tanah Rata bus from KL at least a day ahead for weekend travel. Tickets sell out fast and the next bus is often three or four hours away.
- The Sungai Palas Boh Tea Estate is free to enter and far less crowded than the roadside stalls near Kea Farm. Any transport heading north from Tanah Rata can drop you there.
- Rent a motorbike in Tanah Rata for around RM 35 to 40 per day rather than relying on infrequent local buses or overpriced grab rides to reach the farms and trail heads.
When to go
Rates are lowest mid-week in January through early March and again in September. Hostels fill on weekends year-round and book out quickly during Malaysian school holiday weeks in June, July, and December.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Cameron Highlands cost per night?
Dorm beds in Cameron Highlands currently range from $6 to $37/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Cameron Highlands?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Cameron Highlands are July 4, July 5, July 6.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Cameron Highlands?
HostelHawk currently tracks 13 hostels in Cameron Highlands, Malaysia.
Is Cameron Highlands affordable compared to other hostel cities in Malaysia?
Cameron Highlands is a mid-range hostel destination in Malaysia, with dorm prices starting from $6/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Cameron Highlands?
Budget travelers base themselves along Jalan Besar in Tanah Rata, where the bus stop, most hostels, and a mix of cheap Indian and Chinese restaurants are all within a five-minute walk. Brinchang, a few kilometers uphill, is cooler and quieter but has limited food options without your own transport.
What is the best time of year to visit Cameron Highlands?
Rates are lowest mid-week in January through early March and again in September. Hostels fill on weekends year-round and book out quickly during Malaysian school holiday weeks in June, July, and December.