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The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town in Ipoh

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Malaysia, Ipoh, No 46, Market Street
● Center: 1.4 km
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Rooms and prices

2 guests
Adults2+
Children under 170+
Age7+
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Standard Double Attic room
Standard Double Attic room
Air conditioning and private bathroom
Beds:
42 USD
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Tent
Tent
Shared bathroom
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42 USD
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Standard Double room with balcony
Standard Double room with balcony
Private bathroom
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47 USD
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Standard Double Family room with balcony
Standard Double Family room with balcony
Family room with bathroom
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71 USD
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Run of House
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Standard Capsule
Standard Capsule
Shared bathroom
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Standard room
Standard room
Shared bathroom
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Standard Penthouse room
Standard Penthouse room
Private bathroom
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Standard Attic room
Standard Attic room
Private bathroom
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Standard room with city view
Standard room with city view
Private bathroom
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Standard room with balcony
Standard room with balcony
Wireless internet, air conditioning and shower
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1 Bedroom Standard Penthouse room
1 Bedroom Standard Penthouse room
Private bathroom
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1 Bedroom Standard Attic room
1 Bedroom Standard Attic room
Wireless internet, air conditioning and shower
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Standard Family room
Standard Family room
Family room with bathroom
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Standard Family room with city view
Standard Family room with city view
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Standard Family room with balcony
Standard Family room with balcony
Family room with internet, air conditioner and shower
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Standard Double Family room
Standard Double Family room
Family room with bathroom
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Standard Double room
Standard Double room
Air conditioning and private bathroom
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Standard Double Penthouse room
Standard Double Penthouse room
Private bathroom
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Standard Double room with city view
Standard Double room with city view
Private bathroom
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1 Bedroom Standard Double Penthouse room
1 Bedroom Standard Double Penthouse room
Private bathroom
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1 Bedroom Standard Double Attic room
1 Bedroom Standard Double Attic room
Private bathroom
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Standard Quadruple room
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Standard Quadruple room
Private bathroom
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Standard Quadruple room with balcony
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Standard Quadruple room with balcony
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Standard Quadruple Family room
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Standard Quadruple Family room with city view
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Standard Quadruple Family room with city view
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Apartment
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Private bathroom
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Cottage
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Private bathroom
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Cottage with balcony
Cottage with balcony
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Single Cottage
Single Cottage
Private bathroom
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Family Cottage
Family Cottage
Family room with bathroom
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Double Cottage with balcony
Double Cottage with balcony
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Quadruple Family Cottage
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Bungalow
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Single Bungalow
Single Bungalow
Private bathroom
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Family Bungalow
Family Bungalow
Family room with bathroom
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Double Bungalow
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Description

In this hotel 12 rooms.

Policies and conditions

  • Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
  • Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.
  • Pets: Pets are not allowed
  • Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
  • Paying at the hotel: Visa, MasterCard
2 guests
Adults2+
Children under 170+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
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Services and facilities

General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoking areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Terrace
  • Reception desk
Rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family room
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Services and amenities
  • Safe-deposit box
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
Meals
  • Restaurant
Internet
  • Free Wi-Fi
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Chinese
Business
  • Fax and copy machine
Pets
  • Pets Not Allowed

Street view

Video: The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town, Ipoh, Malaysia | Travel With Somya

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Reviews

Cleanliness
Amenities
Location
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21.03.2026 Guest
A very rustic hotel in a great location about 10 minutes walk from the station.
The rooms are very basic but adequate with AC
It is all pretty much self service there is no need to interact with any member of staff.
Local shops are very close
09.02.2026 Guest
This is such a unique place, absolutely gorgeous and you can feel the love that was poured into every corner. It feels like you are staying in an art gallery, every wall and door and ceiling is hand painted with incredible talent and taste.
Truly impressive!
29.01.2026 Tan
I come around 11pm, there are not staff at reception. No lift is not convenient for family with child.
30.12.2025 Guest
Stay here for its location in the heritage area of Ipoh Old Town. Concubine Lane is the street parallel to Market St. A long time tea merchant, Leong Swee Sang is just a few doors away.
The interior of the hotel is Instagramable. The room is small, basic but clean. There is no wardrobe, and a hot & cold water dispenser is provided in the common area. The ensuite bathroom is big enough and there's hot shower.
The hotel is not for the elderly as there are no rooms at the ground floor and no lift. Live music from a nearby pub is audible till early hours in the morning on weekends.
15.12.2025 Guest
Beautiful hotel with an eco-friendly design. The location is excellent, everything is nearby. The staff is welcoming. The room is cozy and has all the essentials for a short stay.
30.11.2025 Menno
Very cute themes rooms with a lot of details. Clean and friendly staff. Located in the city center.
26.08.2025 Michelle
Easy access and convenient in terms of of food looking for souvenirs.
11.08.2025 Anonymous
If u are a light sleeper don’t choose here,there is a live band next to,noise till 12am+ even I wear AirPod noise cancellation still can hear it
11.08.2025 Anonimnyy
If u are a light sleeper don’t choose here,there is a live band next to,noise till 12am+ even I wear AirPod noise cancellation still can hear it
25.07.2025 Guest
Always a lovely stay here. Suresh is excellent and attentive, it’s clean, stylish and peaceful.
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POIs near hotel

museum
Han Chin Pet Soo (1 min)
Historic Chinese temple museum showcasing religious artifacts and local heritage from colonial-era Ipoh.
attraction
Birch Memorial Clock Tower (4 min)
Victorian-era clock tower built in 1909, a prominent landmark in Ipoh's colonial district.
attraction
Monday Night Market (5 km)
Weekly street market offering local food, crafts, and goods in Ipoh's downtown area.
attraction
Sam Poh Tong (5 km)
Cave temple featuring a large reclining Buddha statue, major Buddhist pilgrimage site in Ipoh.
attraction
Qing Xin Ling Leisure & Cultural Village (6 km)
Leisure complex blending cultural attractions with recreational facilities in natural surroundings.

Cafe and Restaurants near hotel

restaurant
Wong Koh Khee Restaurant (2 min)
3
Reviews
20.06.2017 Frederick
Meals are pleasant and cooked fresh. But very hot inside.
29.03.2017 Ylva
Really good food, fresh and tender. However there is no menu, they can't speak English and customer service is very direct, no smiley welcome etc.
We ordered chicken rice with spring onions which was delicious and I am sure that if you know more about Chinese food or can speak Chinese you can order more interesting things.
11.03.2017 Jensen
Classic strong wok taste ?
05.12.2016 hy
Finally, get to eat at this shop. Food were good and cheap if you order just one meat and rice on small plate. They only serve tea but it was cheap
restaurant
Restaurant «Kedai Kopi Ah Chow Curry Mee» (4 min)
31
Reviews
07.12.2017 Kon
The curry is alright. Opted for the dry one. The curry soup is more popular. They also serve a special coffee with a shot of alcohol.
26.10.2017 kim-voon
IPOH old town.
11.07.2017 Ammarueda
Having breakfast after morning jogging is awesome.
15.12.2016 SIMON
Don't feel and taste it special here comparing others...
07.12.2016 andrew
Ah Chow (亚洲) Coffee Shop recently had a brand new sign board fixed in Nov. 2016. A sign of good times. I would recommend the curry mee and the wonton mee stalls here. Good value for money. Also the coffee served here ranks among the best along Leech Street (Jalan Bandar Timah). Don't forget to try the wonderful nasi lemak (wrapped in banana leaves) supplied by a free lance Malay chef. It's good that the food stalls of the coffee shops in this section of Old Town allow cross border trade. Meaning food can be ordered & delivered from any of the surrounding shops, except drinks.
restaurant
Sri Ananda Bahwan Restaurant (Ipoh) (5 min)
7
Reviews
29.12.2017 Hariharan
The place is pretty clean and the food is good.I would say 1 of the best Indian restaurants around. The service was fine especially this 1 waiter.Money well spent.
27.12.2017 Aloha
Not as friendly as the nasi Kandar places... The one staff who spoke a bit of English was very helpful (and of course, friendly).

The food was okay at best. Didn't fill is up and the taste was a bit off.
At the end we were almost overcharged since the other staff wrote the incorrect order, but that was resolved.
The price is higher than other places with flavor that could use much improvement.
24.12.2017 ramu
Very poor service, no one wiped the table, all the waiters were more keen in hanging around and chatting. No one took orders after some time and calling the waiters, we walked out left, 10 of us. No one bothered to ask why and stop us.
13.12.2017 Nicole
One of the best places to go to for delicious & very affordable Indian food. Love the Naan bread with tandoori chicken. The banana leaf rice is yummy too. ?
04.12.2017 Thenivaalaven
Food is good, but service is not up to par

Frequently asked questions about The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town

How much does it cost to stay at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town?

The cost of staying in The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town depends on the dates, rates, number of guests and other conditions. The minimum estimated price is 35 USD. Enter your dates to see the exact offer prices.

Which room categories are available in the The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town?

You can book Run of House, Standard Capsule, Standard room, Standard Penthouse room, Standard Attic room, Standard room with city view, Standard room with balcony, 1 Bedroom Standard Penthouse room, 1 Bedroom Standard Attic room, Standard Family room, Standard Family room with city view, Standard Family room with balcony, Standard Double Family room, Standard Double Family room with balcony, Standard Double room, Standard Double Penthouse room, Standard Double Attic room, Standard Double room with city view, Standard Double room with balcony, 1 Bedroom Standard Double Penthouse room, 1 Bedroom Standard Double Attic room, Standard Quadruple room, Standard Quadruple room with balcony, Standard Quadruple Family room, Standard Quadruple Family room with city view, Apartment, Cottage, Cottage with balcony, Single Cottage, Family Cottage, Double Cottage with balcony, Quadruple Family Cottage, Bungalow, Single Bungalow, Family Bungalow, Double Bungalow, Double Family Bungalow, Tent in the hotel. Please check room availability by choosing your dates

Are pets allowed at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town Ipoh?

No, pets are not allowed at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town Ipoh.

How to get to The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town Ipoh from the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is Sultan Azlan Shah Airport, located about 14 mins from hotel by car (6.4 km) away.

What’s the cancellation policy at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town Ipoh?

The cancellation policy at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town Ipoh depends on your room type and booking terms.

Does The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town Ipoh offer airport transfers?

No, The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town Ipoh does not provide airport transfers for guests.

Hotel prices for: August - September 2026 calendar

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