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The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town
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The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town
The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town
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7.7

Very good

825 reviews

825 reviews

"Small but clean."

Lea

"the interior is cool and the rooms are clean"

Wandy

"A touch of the past that gives you the warmth… Located within the old town, this place is cozy and walkable to many eateries and a few hidden bars!"

Vicknesh

"As location is perfect 🥰."

Eliyana

"I recommend the patio room cuz it was very nice, got a small balcony and very nice view."

nurul
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8.8

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location - Inside city center
Popular neighborhood
Exceptional for walking
Walkable places
Miniature Wonders Art Gallery
40 m
Ipoh World at Han Chin Pet Soo
90 m
Panglima
90 m
Meiko Kaiso Shop
100 m
Ho Yan Hor Museum
100 m
Popular landmarks
Funtasy House Trick Art
150 m
Art of OLDTOWN
230 m
Ipoh Railway Station
590 m
Perak Tong Cave Temple
3.6 km
Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens
5.3 km
Closest landmarks
Funtasy House Trick Art
150 m
Kong Heng Square
160 m
Jan Sahib’s Office (#19)
180 m
Mikasa Photo Shop (#20)
180 m
Postcard 2rm
180 m
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The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town

46, Market Street, Kampung Jawa, Ipoh, Malaysia, 30000 - See map

It's centrally located in Kampung Jawa only 590 m from public transport, so that you'll have easy access to local areas. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Lost World of Tambun. This 3-star property is packed with in-house facilities to improve the quality and joy of your stay.

Highlights

Located in heart of Ipoh

Check-in/out [express]

Airport transfer

640 meters to public transportation

Inside city center

Facilities

Airport transfer

Check-in/out [express]

Luggage storage

Family room

Smoking area

Daily housekeeping

Smoke-free property

Xerox/fax in business center

This property is in high demand!

3 travelers have booked today.

Value for money7.5
Distance to city center0 km
Location rating8.8
Nearest airportSultan Azlan Shah Airport (IPH)
Distance to airport3.5 km

Rooms available at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town

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Patio Cabin
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 queen bed
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Patio Double or Twin Room
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  • Outdoor view
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 2 single beds or 1 queen be...
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Attic Cabin
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 double bed
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Family Cabin
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 king beds
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Twinkle Cabin
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  • No Windows view
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 2 single beds
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Tent Style Cabin
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  • Balcony/terrace
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 double bed
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Attic Double Room
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  • Shower
  • 1 queen bed
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Family Room with Balcony
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  • Outdoor view
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 bunk bed
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Tent Cabin
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 double bed
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Family Cottage
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • Shower
  • 2 king beds
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Frequently asked questions

What is the typical travel time to a nearby airport from The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town?

The average travel time to get from The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town to the airport is 15 minutes, but please bear in mind that the travel time may differ based on traffic, weather conditions, and time of day.

What are the property's policies for children's bedding at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town?

The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town's policy relating to children's bedding considers guests age 12 years and older as adults, and therefore must use an extra bed which will incur an additional fee. You can find additional information about specific child policy and age range for this property, by checking the "Property policies" section located in the property page for more details.

What do travelers like most about The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town?

Past guests that stayed at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town have given this property a rating of 8.836 for its outstanding location as the primary highlight for their stay.

What is the verified guest review consensus about The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town's food?

85.0% of our past guest ratings have given an optimistic review and remarks about this property's food. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town down in the review.

What is the typical rating that verified Solo travelers' have given to The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town?

Past solo travelers that have stayed at this property have given The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town an average rating of 7.7. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the average rating that past Business travelers' have given to The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town?

Verified business travelers that have stayed at this property have given The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town an average rating of 7.3. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and responses by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the average rating that verified Couples' have given to The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town?

Verified couple travelers that have stayed at this property have given The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town an average rating of 7.7. You can look up on more specific customer testimonials, and feedback by filtering for a specific type of verified guest travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that verified Group travelers have given to The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town?

Past group travelers that have stayed at this property have given The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town an average rating of 7.6. You can check out more specific customer evaluations and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What do local travelers think about The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town?

Verified local travelers that have stayed at this property have given The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town an average rating of 7.5. You can look up on more descriptive customer evaluations, and responses for this property down in the review section.

What time is check-in and check-out at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town?

Check-in is from 03:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. You may ask for early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Customers checking in or out before or after the specified hours may be charged an additional fee.

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What people love about The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town

  • 8.8

    Excellent
    Cleanliness

    "Small but clean."

    Lea

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    June 5, 2023

  • 7.2

    Very good
    Cleanliness

    "the interior is cool and the rooms are clean"

    Wandy

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    May 24, 2023

  • 8.4

    Excellent
    Location

    "A touch of the past that gives you the warmth… Located within the old town, this place is cozy and walkable to many eateries and a few hidden bars!"

    Vicknesh

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    May 25, 2023

Property ranking|Compared to 1,468 Ipoh properties
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Room comfort score
7.2/10
Cheapest price score
Location score
8.8/10
Couples review score
7.8/10
Better than
96
%
of Ipoh properties
Better than
93
%
of Ipoh properties
Better than
91
%
of Ipoh properties
Better than
88
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of Ipoh properties
Overall rating:

7.7

Very good
825 reviews
Cleanliness
7.8
Facilities
6.7
Location
8.8
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What travelers say they love:
The bathroom is spacious.
nurhayati from Malaysia
Family with young children
More about The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town

More about The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town

The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town

Get the most from an urban escape in Ipoh when you book a room at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town. Located right in the city center, The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town saves you time and travel by letting you wake up right in the heart of the best neighborhood. Find yourself incredibly close to Ipoh Railway Station. Just 590 m away, you can pack more into every day with simple transportation access with a stay at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town.
Every effort is made to make guests feel comfortable by providing the best in services and amenities. Getting from and back to the airport can be easily arranged with the hotel's airport transfer services. Front desk service is provided at the hotel including express check-in or check-out. Feeling lazy? In-room conveniences like daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your room time.
For the comfort and health of all guests, smoking is not permitted anywhere within the hotel. Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking areas provided by hotel.
Designed for comfort, all guestrooms offer a range of amenities to ensure a restful night. For your comfort, some rooms at the hotel are equipped with linen service and air conditioning. Some rooms at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town even come with extra design features such as a balcony or terrace. In-room entertainment amenities including the television is provided in some rooms.
In some select rooms, you can find bottled water at your disposal. It's good to know that a hair dryer, toiletries and towels are provided in some guest bathrooms.


Around the property

Experience all the sights and local attractions of Ipoh with The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town as your base. An afternoon of browsing the works at Ipoh World at Han Chin Pet Soo located 80 m away can familiarize you with the local art scene. Explore the neighborhood! The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town is conveniently located close to transport options at Ipoh Railway Station only 590 m away.


Reasons to stay here

Find some of the city's best deals here with rooms 92% cheaper than other options.
Find some excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining better than 99% of the city's other accommodations.
Guests who stayed here really appreciated the room comfort, scoring it higher than 95% of accommodations in the city.

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Amenities and facilities

Good
Facilities

6.7

Most talked about facilities

Breakfast

7 mentions

Housekeeping

7 mentions

Food & Dining

6 mentions

Car Park

3 mentions

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Chinese [Cantonese]
  • Chinese [Mandarin]
  • Malay
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
  • Xerox/fax in business center
Cleanliness and safety
  • Cashless payment service
For the kids
  • Family room
Access
  • Check-in/out [express]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
Getting around
  • Airport transfer
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Balcony/terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free bottled water
  • Hair dryer
  • Non-smoking
  • Private bathroom
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Toiletries
  • Wi-Fi [free]

Location

46, Market Street, Kampung Jawa, Ipoh, Malaysia, 30000
Excellent
Location

8.8

Airports
  • Sultan Azlan Shah Airport (IPH)
    3.5 km 13 min drive
  • Penang International Airport (PEN)
    118.3 km 1.7 hour drive
Public transportation
  • Ipoh Railway Station
    590 m
Hospital or clinic
  • H-Point Pharmacy
    770 m
Shopping
  • Ipoh Parade Shopping Centre
    1.3 km
Convenience store
  • 7 Eleven
    250 m
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    240 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Ipoh World at Han Chin Pet Soo
    90 m
  • Ho Yan Hor Museum
    100 m
  • Concubine Lane
    130 m
  • Funtasy House Trick Art
    150 m
  • Art of OLDTOWN
    230 m
  • Ipoh Railway Station
    590 m
  • Perak Tong Cave Temple
    3.6 km
  • Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens
    5.3 km
  • Sam Poh Tong Cave Temple
    5.4 km
  • Lost World of Tambun
    9.1 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Miniature Wonders Art Gallery
    40 m
  • Ipoh World at Han Chin Pet Soo
    90 m
  • Panglima
    90 m
  • Meiko Kaiso Shop
    100 m
  • Ho Yan Hor Museum
    100 m
  • Perak Ku Kong Chow Association (#22)
    110 m
  • Dramatists Hostel (#21)
    120 m
  • Concubine Lane
    130 m
  • Ipoh High Court
    130 m
  • Yasmin At Kong Heng
    150 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Infant 0-1 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Baby cot/crib may be requested directly from the property.
Children 2-11 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 12 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • Hotel transfer is provided with additional charges. Guest is required to contact hotel for arrangement.
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from: 15:00
  • Check-in until: 18:00
  • Check-out until: 12:00
  • Reception open until: 18:00
Getting around
  • Distance from city center: 0 km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes): 15
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floors: yes
  • Number of bars/lounges: 1
  • Number of floors: 2
  • Number of restaurants: 1
  • Number of rooms : 12
  • Year property opened: 2013
  • Most recent renovation: 2013

Reviews of The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
7.7
Very good
From 825 reviews
Cleanliness7.8
Facilities6.7
Location8.8
Room comfort and quality7.2
Service7.8
Value for money7.5
High score for Ipoh
Rating
9+ Exceptional (102)
8-9 Excellent (73)
7-8 Very Good (94)
6-7 Good (45)
<6 Below Expectation (97)
Time of the year
Mar - May (84)
Jun - Aug (87)
Sep - Nov (89)
Dec - Feb (151)

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10.0
Exceptional
Irni from Malaysia
Family with young children
Family Cabin
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Old building vibe in the heart of town.”

We arrived late the first day & staff let us in ourselves with clear guide. Managed to walk around Ipoh town that night and the old school vibe was amazing. If you want to walk to the tourist spots in town like Concubine lane or all the hipster cafes, this hotel is in the middle of it all. The hotel itself is a gem, the old building has been refurbished but still retains the air of antique. We had a lot of fun taking pics around the hotel itself. Even my small kids seem to enjoy especially climbing up the super high double decker bed 😅

Reviewed November 05, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
nurul from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Attic Cabin
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

STRATEGIC ”

Was there and booked two room, the attic and the other one is patio. I recommend the patio room cuz it was very nice, got a small balcony and very nice view. The attic also good but I personally prefer the patio room. Clean and comfy. Do not expect the mattress to be as 5 star hotel, it was good as its value. Very near to all tourist places. Highly recommend for solo traveler or group, but not family.

Reviewed August 15, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
OOI from Malaysia
Couple
Attic Cabin
Stayed 1 night in September 2022

Cleanliness Thumb Up! ”

Aircond well functioned ! Strategy location nearby with the attractions! Staff is friendly & Helpful ! Nice ambience ! Washrooms is clean! Highly recommended !

Reviewed October 01, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Parimala from Malaysia
Family with young children
Family Cabin
Stayed 1 night in August 2020

Top location and staff”

This a character hotel in a reconverted shophouse in the old town. Location is perfect as it's on the next parallel road to Concubine Lane. We only stayed one night and chose a family with double bunk beds. Comfortable beds and the room had everything we needed for our short stay. Only cons: The room was a little small and my younger boy was badly bitten by mosquitoes (the rest of us were fine). I would have asked for mosquito repellent but it was 1am when my son complained and the reception was closed then. Kevin, who works at Reception and also helps out in the cafe at the back, was very friendly and ever so helpful. He was always asking if everything was okay. He's a real credit to the hotel. Take note: We had trouble finding the hotel and drove past it twice. It's the first shophouse on the left after the horse sculpture, with big wooden doors and a no.8 metal sculpture outside (which we failed to spot).

Reviewed August 16, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Katie from Australia
Solo traveler
Twinkle Cabin
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

Awesome stay”

Very aesthetic building. Comfortable beds and friendly staff. The place is located centrally in the Ipoh Old Town with plenty of dining / drinking options nearby. Host is very friendly and easily contactable via WhatsApp - also very prompt replies!

Reviewed June 02, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
xue from Malaysia
Family with young children
Attic Cabin
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Wonderful and unique ”

Makes me feel like I'm on vacation. Clean and comfortable

Reviewed October 26, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Cynthia from Malaysia
Family with young children
Twinkle Cabin
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

clean and unique”

we enjoy our stay. easy checkin, toilet is spacious and every corner is beautiful

Reviewed May 10, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
FATIN from Malaysia
Family with young children
Attic Cabin
Stayed 1 night in November 2022

Exceptional”

Friendly staff, strategic location, next time if I go to Ipoh I will stay here again 👍🏻

Reviewed November 27, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Harith from Malaysia
Group
Attic Cabin
Stayed 1 night in January 2022

Great Concept”

Great concept, easy to deal, im liking the cleanliness. thank you.

Reviewed January 27, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Chow from Malaysia
Couple
Tent Style Cabin
Stayed 1 night in October 2021

Artsy stays”

With nice artsy decor, cleanliness is okay, just not soundproof enough, can easily hear from next room

Reviewed October 31, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Khairun from Malaysia
Group
Patio Cabin
Stayed 1 night in December 2020

Worth staying”

Walking distance to Kong Heng, Plan B, restaurants and Dataran Dato Sagor. Conts, in front of the hotel got a bar and a bit noisy with the transports, dogs barking. Overall, is value for money. Nice for OOTD, snap picture.

Reviewed December 23, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Sia from Malaysia
Family with young children
Attic Room
Stayed 1 night in December 2022

Exceptional”

Convenient location. Surrounded with cafèsss n varieties local favorite. Recommend

Reviewed December 13, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Azwa from Malaysia
Family with young children
Patio Cabin
Stayed 2 nights in September 2022

Classic wood”

very classic. but it made of wood. we can hear others' room conversation.

Reviewed September 25, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Carl from Malaysia
Family with teens
Twinkle Cabin
Stayed 1 night in November 2021

Nature and old town feels”

Quite impressive the wooden fixtures or constructs... Host friendly arranged a twinkle room for us. Rooftop windows were our first ever experience of stay. Air-con condition good, shower heat is satisfied. Bedroom and bathroom were nature and beautiful. We had light backpack so easy to get up a 3rd floor staircase. Seems there probably is a wheelchair elevator in the mid of the units.

Reviewed December 14, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
Nur from Malaysia
Couple
Twinkle Cabin
Stayed 1 night in November 2021

Exceptional”

Very pleasant stay! Clean, unique cabin, toilet great,got kettle to boil water... there's mineral water to fill up your bottle at level 2...

Reviewed November 16, 2021

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9.2
Exceptional
Nur from Malaysia
Couple
Patio Cabin
Stayed 1 night in December 2022

New year’s & wedding anniversary short trip”

Hotel location’s perfectly convenient as near by attractions spot.We’ve arrived at 1:30pm & they allowed us to early checked in without any charges as stated check in time at 3pm plus,they had do small decorations in my room eventually that would be so great for first impression!

Reviewed January 02, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Norsyafiqah from Malaysia
Couple
Patio Cabin
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

Okay. Nice vibe”

Near the attraction

Reviewed November 28, 2022

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9.2
Exceptional
maartje from Malaysia
Couple
Patio Cabin
Stayed 1 night in February 2023

Good central hotel ”

Hotel staff was very helpful and room was nice! Only thing is that the mattress was really hard… location is really good though!

Reviewed February 05, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Brightson from Malaysia
Couple
Patio Cabin
Stayed 1 night in December 2021

Nice Place”

Nice place to stay after long walk around, not bad spot to be honest!

Reviewed December 19, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
NORALIZA from Malaysia
Family with teens
Family Cabin
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

good”

nice place and location strategic

Reviewed October 14, 2022

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