Ipoh
Malaysia · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Ipoh, Malaysia range from $7 to $22/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 11 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 8, Jul 9, Jul 4.
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Hostel prices in Ipoh, Malaysia
A typical dorm night in Ipoh runs about $7.
Across the upcoming months, July tends to be the cheapest month (from $7/night) and September the most expensive (from $7/night).
At $7/night and up, Ipoh is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Malaysia.
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Hostels we track in Ipoh
- The Brownstone Hostel & Space 9.2 · 651 reviews
- Dé Cafe & Rest House 9.6 · 207 reviews
- Homey Hostel 5.1 · 103 reviews
- Cute Hotel & Dorms Ipoh 9.6 · 99 reviews
- Makotel Hostel IPOH 8.8 · 71 reviews
- Miner's House Ipoh 9.6 · 36 reviews
- Abby Hotel by the River 6.7 · 13 reviews
- Sun Inns Hotel Tambun Ipoh 0.0 · 1 reviews
- Astrid Lofts
- Hotel O City Hostel Ipoh
- Strangerland Hostel
Local knowledge for Ipoh
Where to stay
Most budget hostels cluster in the Old Town around Jalan Panglima (Concubine Lane) and the nearby shophouse streets off Jalan Dato Maharajalela. It puts you within walking distance of the ETS train station, the morning coffee shops, and the murals without needing a ride.
Getting around
- Take the ETS train from KL Sentral (roughly 2.5 hours, around RM35-45) instead of the bus. The train station drops you right at the edge of Old Town. The bus terminal is much farther out.
- Breakfast at the Old Town coffee shops along Jalan Panglima starts around 7am. Get there before 9am or you will be sharing your table with tour groups and waiting for dim sum.
- Grab a Grab to Sam Poh Tong or Perak Tong cave temples instead of flagging a taxi. The caves are about 5km from Old Town and tuk-tuk drivers near Concubine Lane will quote you 3-4x the app fare.
When to go
Weekday rates stay low most of the year, but hostels fill quickly during Malaysian school holidays in June and December, and Chinese New Year weekend draws enough domestic visitors to push prices noticeably higher.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Ipoh cost per night?
Dorm beds in Ipoh currently range from $7 to $22/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Ipoh?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Ipoh are July 8, July 9, July 4.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Ipoh?
HostelHawk currently tracks 11 hostels in Ipoh, Malaysia.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Ipoh?
Based on current availability, July has the lowest hostel prices in Ipoh, with dorm beds from $7/night.
Is Ipoh affordable compared to other hostel cities in Malaysia?
Ipoh is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Malaysia, with dorm prices starting from $7/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Ipoh?
Most budget hostels cluster in the Old Town around Jalan Panglima (Concubine Lane) and the nearby shophouse streets off Jalan Dato Maharajalela. It puts you within walking distance of the ETS train station, the morning coffee shops, and the murals without needing a ride.
What is the best time of year to visit Ipoh?
Weekday rates stay low most of the year, but hostels fill quickly during Malaysian school holidays in June and December, and Chinese New Year weekend draws enough domestic visitors to push prices noticeably higher.