Homestays in Perak, Malaysia

The purpose of this review aims to provide a true & fair view for all the travelers who are interested in booking with BELAKANG KONG HENG. I hope the management can take this feedback into serious consideration & take any necessary actions. We have arrived at 9.20pm & aware that it has way past the check-in hour. There was no one was at the counter to attend to us the moment we arrived. So we made a call to ask for help. The staff, Andy picked up the call & started to rant about our late arrival as if we’ve committed a very serious mistake & there’s no solution to it. We couldn’t help as the traffic was terrible & we were really tired after the long drive so we asked for solution. The next moment he instructed us to go to the mailbox right next to the gate to get our room keys. I mean he could have just skip the ranting & blaming part & tell us straight that the key is just right at the mailbox. Understand that it has way past the check-in hour & the staff might be off duty, however this is not the service that I expect from a so called 5-star hotel customer service. Since the room’s soundproofing is bad, we were given another chance to overhear how Andy takes his customer service skills to the next level in the next morning. He was ranting about our late check-in & request for hair dryer at late night (oh ya forgot to mention that the room doesn’t come with hair dryer & only one bottle of universal shampoo or cleanser whatever you call that to clean your entire body or maybe even the toilet bowl also) in a very frustrated & rude manner. FYI, we did request for hair dryer from Andy but he said the counter has closed & no hair dryer & hung up the call. So we gotta go around to see if there’s any staff around to ask for it. Luckily there was an abang cleaning the room & gave us one from one of the rooms. We overheard & just kept quiet as we were still getting ready to check out in the room. We confronted him at the counter when we check out & Andy truly amazed us when he defended himself by saying he was just talking to his staff & he doesn’t think there’s any problems with being rude. Nevertheless, the hotel is undoubtedly stylish & comfortable in the sense that it truly provides an industrial-chic design with preservation of old building located at the heart of ipoh town surrounded by plenty of eateries & points of attraction. But the customer service, particularly this guy called ANDY, sorry I will never come back again as I don’t expect to pay so much in return for such hospitality.

A very cosy + comfortable boutique hotel just 300m from the famous Taiping Lake Gardens. Location doesn't get better than this if you're in town for a holiday as it's minutes away from some of the key tourist attractions in town. Rooms are comfortable, price is also very fair. Highly recommended!

I had one night stay with 2 family members of mine. The car park is narrow and limited, you need to be careful to park your car. Check in was rather easy and fast, no deposit was asked. Hotel is equipped with many facilities like gym, swimming pool, KTV and even a cinema. The family room I booked is spacious, you will get enough space to put 3 persons luggages. The bathroom satisfies me the most, there is a bathtub and a standing shower room equipped with 2 in 1 heater, and the water pressure is adjustable yet strong enough. However, the room Aircon swinging function is broken, it just blows in a fixed direction and may not be cooling the farer bed. Also, one side of the sofa chair was wet during my visit :( Overall my stay is fine without much inconvenience.

room and location was good. tv app channels cannot be watched. prior to the arrival, information to get the entry cards was received via whatsapp in advance. Also informed that we will reach at night, approx 10pm. However, upon arrival, wrong mailbox lock passcode was provided, unable to get prompt response from customer service on whatsapp calls and messages. Had to find other accessible numbers to contact others from IWH for help. After the over 30 mins' ordeal of trying to get the access cards (car park and apartment), couldn't find the parking lot number assigned for the unit on the informed carpark level. found out the CS has informed the wrong parking lot level and it is actually 1 level lower. hope the support can be better to avoid similar situations like this again.

如果你是一個懷舊馬來西亞的舊記憶的旅客，太平這個地方有間民宿名叫Sojourn Beds & Cafe 是必須要打卡和報到的地方，你會的。 If you like to experience old-time stay in the historical city of Malaysia, Taiping... This homestay Sojourn Beds & Cafe is a MUST visit and pinpoint, you will. 接待櫃檯在晚上七點以前關閉，民宿一樓是一間咖啡屋，二樓則是住宿處。在馬來西亞的六十年代，房子的設計充滿家庭的味道，而在這裡待一晚將使你有個難忘的經驗和特殊的回憶。 The reception has to be done before 7 PM, the ground floor part is a cafe and the stays are on the first floor. In Malaysia '60s, the design of the house full of the family feels and you will have a very special and unforgettable experience if you stay a night here. 民宿的地理位置也相當適中，附近有Taiping Mall，如果你喜歡道地的美食就在馬路的對面。 The location is very convenience, Taiping mall is nearby if you like to have local foods which are just opposite the main road. 同時也靠近太平湖的美景，更適合情侶散步共同創造美好的回憶。 Also close to the best location of Taiping lakeside which is a good place for a couple to walk and enjoy the scenery for memories. 一些古跡建築就在十分鐘步行之距離，比如馬來西亞第一家博物館、太平鐘樓、太平市場等等。 Some heritage buildings are locating within ten-minute walking distance such as museums (the first museum in Malaysia), the clock tower of Taiping, the market place and so on... 我保證，你一定會有一趟超不一樣的體驗，特別是你住進了 Sojourn，你將會使你的旅程更加完整。 I promise, you will have a very exciting trip while you stay in Sojourn where you will complete your travel plan.

The rooms are all good. I will come again next time if I have the chance, and I will continue to stay in this hotel. The service is still very thoughtful. Someone at the door took us to the room. The service is better

Had a pleasant stay in this homestay. Well kept with cleaniness. Spacious car park and can park outside too. All amenities are still new and clean. Location slightly away from town

The newly opened shop has very good service and great location. Taiping Lake Park is just outside the door. The breakfast is very clean and hygienic. The manager is a beautiful Chinese and the service is very good. There is also a Chinese uncle who is also good! Thank you for your warm hospitality and stay at your home next time you come to Taiping!

I like the combination of this hotel and the leisure spa center. It is a small and cozy hotel, but the parking space is very limited. The rooms on the first floor have to go through the front desk to get hot water at night after the center is closed. The road is not very comfortable

The area is beautiful.. the house is clean.. The courtyard is relaxing... I am satisfied, it is difficult to check in and out... I have to call and ask and it is like self service... So far ************** okay n quiet area....

The purpose of this review aims to provide a true & fair view for all the travelers who are interested in booking with BELAKANG KONG HENG. I hope the management can take this feedback into serious consideration & take any necessary actions. We have arrived at 9.20pm & aware that it has way past the check-in hour. There was no one was at the counter to attend to us the moment we arrived. So we made a call to ask for help. The staff, Andy picked up the call & started to rant about our late arrival as if we’ve committed a very serious mistake & there’s no solution to it. We couldn’t help as the traffic was terrible & we were really tired after the long drive so we asked for solution. The next moment he instructed us to go to the mailbox right next to the gate to get our room keys. I mean he could have just skip the ranting & blaming part & tell us straight that the key is just right at the mailbox. Understand that it has way past the check-in hour & the staff might be off duty, however this is not the service that I expect from a so called 5-star hotel customer service. Since the room’s soundproofing is bad, we were given another chance to overhear how Andy takes his customer service skills to the next level in the next morning. He was ranting about our late check-in & request for hair dryer at late night (oh ya forgot to mention that the room doesn’t come with hair dryer & only one bottle of universal shampoo or cleanser whatever you call that to clean your entire body or maybe even the toilet bowl also) in a very frustrated & rude manner. FYI, we did request for hair dryer from Andy but he said the counter has closed & no hair dryer & hung up the call. So we gotta go around to see if there’s any staff around to ask for it. Luckily there was an abang cleaning the room & gave us one from one of the rooms. We overheard & just kept quiet as we were still getting ready to check out in the room. We confronted him at the counter when we check out & Andy truly amazed us when he defended himself by saying he was just talking to his staff & he doesn’t think there’s any problems with being rude. Nevertheless, the hotel is undoubtedly stylish & comfortable in the sense that it truly provides an industrial-chic design with preservation of old building located at the heart of ipoh town surrounded by plenty of eateries & points of attraction. But the customer service, particularly this guy called ANDY, sorry I will never come back again as I don’t expect to pay so much in return for such hospitality.

I had one night stay with 2 family members of mine. The car park is narrow and limited, you need to be careful to park your car. Check in was rather easy and fast, no deposit was asked. Hotel is equipped with many facilities like gym, swimming pool, KTV and even a cinema. The family room I booked is spacious, you will get enough space to put 3 persons luggages. The bathroom satisfies me the most, there is a bathtub and a standing shower room equipped with 2 in 1 heater, and the water pressure is adjustable yet strong enough. However, the room Aircon swinging function is broken, it just blows in a fixed direction and may not be cooling the farer bed. Also, one side of the sofa chair was wet during my visit :( Overall my stay is fine without much inconvenience.

room and location was good. tv app channels cannot be watched. prior to the arrival, information to get the entry cards was received via whatsapp in advance. Also informed that we will reach at night, approx 10pm. However, upon arrival, wrong mailbox lock passcode was provided, unable to get prompt response from customer service on whatsapp calls and messages. Had to find other accessible numbers to contact others from IWH for help. After the over 30 mins' ordeal of trying to get the access cards (car park and apartment), couldn't find the parking lot number assigned for the unit on the informed carpark level. found out the CS has informed the wrong parking lot level and it is actually 1 level lower. hope the support can be better to avoid similar situations like this again.

The rooms are all good. I will come again next time if I have the chance, and I will continue to stay in this hotel. The service is still very thoughtful. Someone at the door took us to the room. The service is better

Had a pleasant stay in this homestay. Well kept with cleaniness. Spacious car park and can park outside too. All amenities are still new and clean. Location slightly away from town

I like the combination of this hotel and the leisure spa center. It is a small and cozy hotel, but the parking space is very limited. The rooms on the first floor have to go through the front desk to get hot water at night after the center is closed. The road is not very comfortable

“A Slice of Santorini in Ipoh!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From the moment I arrived, I was captivated by the stunning Santorini-inspired aesthetics of this place. The white and blue theme was picture-perfect, making me feel like I was transported straight to Greece. The attention to detail in the design was exceptional, from the charming decor to the cozy and well-maintained rooms. impeccably clean, cozy, and well-equipped with modern amenities, yet it retained a rustic charm that made it feel special. The bed was comfortable, and the view from the balcony was a delightful bonus. It was the perfect spot to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or wind down in the evening. The staff was incredibly warm and accommodating, always ready to assist with a smile. Their recommendations for local attractions and dining options were spot-on, making my trip even more enjoyable. Would definitely return!

Recently stayed at The Cove Hillside in Ipoh, Perak, and it was an exceptional experience. If you're looking for a peaceful, luxurious stay with a stunning natural backdrop, this is the place to be. The apartment complex is situated on a beautiful hillside, offering panoramic views of Ipoh’s lush greenery and limestone hills. Apartment Features: The apartment I stayed in was spacious, modern, and thoughtfully designed. It had an open-concept layout that combined a comfortable living area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a cozy dining nook. The kitchen had all the essentials—fridge, stove, microwave, and even a washing machine, making it perfect for longer stays. The living room had a large flat-screen TV and comfy seating, creating a great space for relaxation. The bedroom was cozy with a large, comfortable bed, and the bathroom had a clean, modern feel with a spacious shower and high-quality amenities. The air conditioning was a lifesaver, especially with Ipoh’s warm weather. Service: While staying at The Cove Hillside, I felt like I had the best of both worlds—privacy and comfort, but with access to excellent service. The staff was incredibly friendly, offering quick check-in/check-out and always willing to help with any requests. Housekeeping was efficient, keeping the apartment spotless during my stay. They also provided helpful information on local attractions, making it easy to explore the area. Amenities: One of the standout features of The Cove Hillside is the range of amenities. The infinity pool is absolutely breathtaking, offering sweeping views of the surrounding hills. It’s the perfect place to relax and unwind after a day of sightseeing. The fitness center is well-equipped with modern machines and free weights, great for staying in shape. There’s also a barbecue area that can be reserved for gatherings, which adds a nice touch for family or group stays. Plus, the complex is gated with 24-hour security, so I felt very safe and secure throughout my stay.

To the room: We have changed the hotel on the day of arrival and have not even sleeped there, the “match” is stone hard, the bed is very small for two people, the mosquito network is still too small to close it, You heard from the neighboring room every single noise and word, there were cages in the bathroom. For booking: The booking via the hotel website did not work because the payment could not be completed. We sent a mail and then had to transfer the amount in advance, with a transaction from a Swiss to a Malaysia account of course taking a few days. (Of course, it was our mistake to enter us at all.) Although the amount was entered in our account and the transaction was completed, the hotel has claimed until the end, The payment was not received from them and we had to pay cash again on the site. The transfer was to return them as soon as it arrived on the account. The contact on the site at the very sporadically occupied reception was through a young employee who spoke poorly English, the mail traffic with the manager, etc. But then the answer to mails was only sporadically. The money has not been transferred back to us so far.

The look and feel of Sarang Paloh is lovely. It has an old world style which we loved. The location is also great, ten minutes from the station and close to lots of restaurants and spots in the old town. The room has a nice style to it as does the garden you walk through. The room facilities were lacking, with no fridge and no safe which we would expect at this price point. Hot water in the shower doesn’t last long and they provide a 3 in 1 body wash, shampoo and conditioner, again something we wouldn’t expect at this price point. The hotel also doesn’t offer room cleaning. This may have been because we stayed for two nights only but this is not communicated on the website or at check in. This meant used cups or water bottles aren’t cleared nor is the rubbish bin emptied. We were also not made aware of locally available discounts for staying at the hotel. All in all an ok stay but several small things made this not value for the money we paid.

The purpose of this review aims to provide a true & fair view for all the travelers who are interested in booking with BELAKANG KONG HENG. I hope the management can take this feedback into serious consideration & take any necessary actions. We have arrived at 9.20pm & aware that it has way past the check-in hour. There was no one was at the counter to attend to us the moment we arrived. So we made a call to ask for help. The staff, Andy picked up the call & started to rant about our late arrival as if we’ve committed a very serious mistake & there’s no solution to it. We couldn’t help as the traffic was terrible & we were really tired after the long drive so we asked for solution. The next moment he instructed us to go to the mailbox right next to the gate to get our room keys. I mean he could have just skip the ranting & blaming part & tell us straight that the key is just right at the mailbox. Understand that it has way past the check-in hour & the staff might be off duty, however this is not the service that I expect from a so called 5-star hotel customer service. Since the room’s soundproofing is bad, we were given another chance to overhear how Andy takes his customer service skills to the next level in the next morning. He was ranting about our late check-in & request for hair dryer at late night (oh ya forgot to mention that the room doesn’t come with hair dryer & only one bottle of universal shampoo or cleanser whatever you call that to clean your entire body or maybe even the toilet bowl also) in a very frustrated & rude manner. FYI, we did request for hair dryer from Andy but he said the counter has closed & no hair dryer & hung up the call. So we gotta go around to see if there’s any staff around to ask for it. Luckily there was an abang cleaning the room & gave us one from one of the rooms. We overheard & just kept quiet as we were still getting ready to check out in the room. We confronted him at the counter when we check out & Andy truly amazed us when he defended himself by saying he was just talking to his staff & he doesn’t think there’s any problems with being rude. Nevertheless, the hotel is undoubtedly stylish & comfortable in the sense that it truly provides an industrial-chic design with preservation of old building located at the heart of ipoh town surrounded by plenty of eateries & points of attraction. But the customer service, particularly this guy called ANDY, sorry I will never come back again as I don’t expect to pay so much in return for such hospitality.

I had one night stay with 2 family members of mine. The car park is narrow and limited, you need to be careful to park your car. Check in was rather easy and fast, no deposit was asked. Hotel is equipped with many facilities like gym, swimming pool, KTV and even a cinema. The family room I booked is spacious, you will get enough space to put 3 persons luggages. The bathroom satisfies me the most, there is a bathtub and a standing shower room equipped with 2 in 1 heater, and the water pressure is adjustable yet strong enough. However, the room Aircon swinging function is broken, it just blows in a fixed direction and may not be cooling the farer bed. Also, one side of the sofa chair was wet during my visit :( Overall my stay is fine without much inconvenience.

The rooms are all good. I will come again next time if I have the chance, and I will continue to stay in this hotel. The service is still very thoughtful. Someone at the door took us to the room. The service is better

Had a pleasant stay in this homestay. Well kept with cleaniness. Spacious car park and can park outside too. All amenities are still new and clean. Location slightly away from town

I like the combination of this hotel and the leisure spa center. It is a small and cozy hotel, but the parking space is very limited. The rooms on the first floor have to go through the front desk to get hot water at night after the center is closed. The road is not very comfortable

To the room: We have changed the hotel on the day of arrival and have not even sleeped there, the “match” is stone hard, the bed is very small for two people, the mosquito network is still too small to close it, You heard from the neighboring room every single noise and word, there were cages in the bathroom. For booking: The booking via the hotel website did not work because the payment could not be completed. We sent a mail and then had to transfer the amount in advance, with a transaction from a Swiss to a Malaysia account of course taking a few days. (Of course, it was our mistake to enter us at all.) Although the amount was entered in our account and the transaction was completed, the hotel has claimed until the end, The payment was not received from them and we had to pay cash again on the site. The transfer was to return them as soon as it arrived on the account. The contact on the site at the very sporadically occupied reception was through a young employee who spoke poorly English, the mail traffic with the manager, etc. But then the answer to mails was only sporadically. The money has not been transferred back to us so far.

The look and feel of Sarang Paloh is lovely. It has an old world style which we loved. The location is also great, ten minutes from the station and close to lots of restaurants and spots in the old town. The room has a nice style to it as does the garden you walk through. The room facilities were lacking, with no fridge and no safe which we would expect at this price point. Hot water in the shower doesn’t last long and they provide a 3 in 1 body wash, shampoo and conditioner, again something we wouldn’t expect at this price point. The hotel also doesn’t offer room cleaning. This may have been because we stayed for two nights only but this is not communicated on the website or at check in. This meant used cups or water bottles aren’t cleared nor is the rubbish bin emptied. We were also not made aware of locally available discounts for staying at the hotel. All in all an ok stay but several small things made this not value for the money we paid.

If you’re looking for a cozy place, a quiet environment, a nice lady with a happy smile who will welcome you to this tiny guesthouse, a clean and comfortable room, with the door that you have to remember to lock with a real key like in the old days, if you want to sleep surrounded by silence and be awakened by the chirping of birds, well, this is the place for you. The name itself and the interior decoration want to give a perception of old English cottage, although with a bit too many modern reproductions of old furniture. But it’s cute – and unusual. You can park the car inside – on a first come first serve basis. I was lucky to get the room at the first floor with the larger balcony. The bed is extremely comfortable, and the night silence helps having a perfect sleeping experience. They do not serve breakfast in the morning, but this is not a big issue for me. You can find places for that within a few minutes’ drive from here. That was my first experience there, just for one night. I will probably choose it again on my next trip to Ipoh.

The location of the property is opposite the bar, so it's kinda noisy. The bed sheet has a dirty stain. Water pressure is good. Parking is limited if you check in early then you got the spot. The room is quite spacious. Overall it is an average stay.

A very cosy + comfortable boutique hotel just 300m from the famous Taiping Lake Gardens. Location doesn't get better than this if you're in town for a holiday as it's minutes away from some of the key tourist attractions in town. Rooms are comfortable, price is also very fair. Highly recommended!

如果你是一個懷舊馬來西亞的舊記憶的旅客，太平這個地方有間民宿名叫Sojourn Beds & Cafe 是必須要打卡和報到的地方，你會的。 If you like to experience old-time stay in the historical city of Malaysia, Taiping... This homestay Sojourn Beds & Cafe is a MUST visit and pinpoint, you will. 接待櫃檯在晚上七點以前關閉，民宿一樓是一間咖啡屋，二樓則是住宿處。在馬來西亞的六十年代，房子的設計充滿家庭的味道，而在這裡待一晚將使你有個難忘的經驗和特殊的回憶。 The reception has to be done before 7 PM, the ground floor part is a cafe and the stays are on the first floor. In Malaysia '60s, the design of the house full of the family feels and you will have a very special and unforgettable experience if you stay a night here. 民宿的地理位置也相當適中，附近有Taiping Mall，如果你喜歡道地的美食就在馬路的對面。 The location is very convenience, Taiping mall is nearby if you like to have local foods which are just opposite the main road. 同時也靠近太平湖的美景，更適合情侶散步共同創造美好的回憶。 Also close to the best location of Taiping lakeside which is a good place for a couple to walk and enjoy the scenery for memories. 一些古跡建築就在十分鐘步行之距離，比如馬來西亞第一家博物館、太平鐘樓、太平市場等等。 Some heritage buildings are locating within ten-minute walking distance such as museums (the first museum in Malaysia), the clock tower of Taiping, the market place and so on... 我保證，你一定會有一趟超不一樣的體驗，特別是你住進了 Sojourn，你將會使你的旅程更加完整。 I promise, you will have a very exciting trip while you stay in Sojourn where you will complete your travel plan.

The newly opened shop has very good service and great location. Taiping Lake Park is just outside the door. The breakfast is very clean and hygienic. The manager is a beautiful Chinese and the service is very good. There is also a Chinese uncle who is also good! Thank you for your warm hospitality and stay at your home next time you come to Taiping!

The area is beautiful.. the house is clean.. The courtyard is relaxing... I am satisfied, it is difficult to check in and out... I have to call and ask and it is like self service... So far ************** okay n quiet area....

The facilities were great. Room, linen, towels, etc were very clean and I was impressed with the quality of everything in general about the room. Service provided by Mr. Kor was also responsive, friendly and helpful. Location was good with short walks to most places of interest in KS. Beautiful views of life in the river as well. Did not managed to patronize the restaurant as it was only a short trip. Maybe next trip. Everything was great. Maybe not as suitable at the moment for the less mobile/elderly as the Elevators are not yet installed, but everything else is top notch. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this hotel if you're visiting the area.

Nice homestay with wonderful views of the river from the balcony. The owners are very nice and helpful. This homestay is also near to eating places.