-breakfast totally enjoyable -water refill possible 24/7 -many many plants and a great interior -possible bike & scooter rental

-bit noisy because of the big street nearby -could invest in a mosquito defender -bit more clean toilets

Well located Can rent a bicycle or a motorbike for the day Have laundry and plenty of hangers Many lovely cats

Nothing to say honestly

A really great hostel: - helpful efficient staff at checkin, building has been fitted out very well with many indoor and outdoor spaces, all with ceiling fans to move the air, and plenty of power outlets around. there is a nice plant theme throughout (but mosquitos are fairly limited). dorms are excellent with aircon, great beds with high spaces, privacy curtain, light & power outlet, large secure locker for each bed. simple free breakfast is a nice touch too. kitchen available. some cold drinks for sale. easy walk to local food outlets, bars, supermarket, and 15mins to historic quarter.

dorms facing the street may get a bit of traffic noise, but free earplugs are available. lovely plants environment: just need to keep the water up to those that don't get rain

To the Team at Brownstone, I am writing to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional experience I had during my recent stay at your hotel. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with a warm and friendly atmosphere that made me feel instantly at home.   The staff members were truly outstanding. Their willingness to assist with everything from laundry to making a latte was incredibly appreciated. Their kindness, warmth, and great personalities created a welcoming and enjoyable environment. The comfort and amenities provided exceeded my expectations in every way. The overall experience was so positive that I have already recommended your hotel to many friends and family. Thank you again for making my stay so memorable. I will definitely be returning in the future. Hugs. Darlene (guest at Rex, from 13 to 17 October 2024

The location was spotless—close to shops and restaurants while still quiet at night. The host was very responsive and provided clear instructions for check-in, which made everything hassle-free. The single bed was spacious and comfortable, and the kitchen had everything we needed for simple breakfast.

Did notice some outside property noise during the nighttime hours, which made it a bit challenging to sleep on a couple of occasions. Surprisingly, the host did prepare free ear bugs to guest, very considerate! it didn’t detract from overall experience.

The staff is very friendly. The guests are all polite and respect everyone’s privacy. The hostel is loacted near the city centre, 10-min walk to Concubine Alley and other touristy locations. There are many restaurants and a lot of shops within walking distance including The Store and KK Mart so you don’t have to worry about running out of travel items of being hungry.

The toilet needs regular cleaning. Also, they need to have different pairs of sandals for toilets and walking in the rooms.

The house was special, so nicely kept old building with the modern design vibe. A lovely lady as a receptionist. A lot of different type of spaces to sit and relax. Bunkbed was spacious, a locker good. Free instant coffee and tea whole day. Cat was lovely. Washing machine was great with only RM2 laundry powder fee to pay.

Breakfast was minimal, only white toast, peanut butter and jam and some unhealthy cereal. I ended up buying instant oats, fruit and yoghurt from a big supermarket nearby. Anyway, free coffee saves a lot of money.

The staff was very very kind and helpful! They are the best. Also the hostel is really nice, is one of the best hostels I’ve been to. Rooms were super clean, bathrooms as well, nice common areas and kitchen, also really clean. The plants decor are super nice as well! I had to work some hours and the wifi was super fast.

The mattress was a bit hard but still could sleep well. Not sure about how was the location because the whole city looks like a surrounding areas of another city (?) I don’t know how to explain. But anyway was close to any place by grab!

Loved my stay here. This is a really well designed, well organised hostel that makes it easy to relax and enjoy your time in Ipoh. The private rooms are well laid out with sockets by the bed and a good sized shower, as well as benches for backpacks/suitcases. The kitchen was really handy and the upstairs social area made it easy to talk to others. I would highly recommend staying here.

The one down point to my room was that the water pressure wasn't great, but it was functional. The hostel is also a little pricey for private rooms, but it is overall worth it to stay in such a nice space. One thing to note is it's a little walk away from the main tourist sites, but it's easy to get a Grab.

I had booked a private room with a double bed in this hostel. The room was very well equipped with a comfortable bed, work desk, slippers, private bathroom and surprisingly strong WiFi. The breakfast offered in the common room was basic but okay. There is a cosy relax room at the first floor and the hostel offers drinks and snacks for very fair prices. To my own surprise everything was very quiet at night in spite of the room surrounded by the common kitchen area, outdoor seating spaces and washing facilities, although I didn't feel there were that many people stying when I was there.

If I have to pick one thing: the shower only went up to 48 degrees. This will be perfectly fine for most people, but I sometimes love to take really hot showers and that wasn't possible. But this would not prevent me from booking again.