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The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town

3.5 star property
The Happy 8 Retreat's on-site restaurant and café serve delicious meals while guests enjoy the vibrant city energy just steps from their door

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Conveniently located near a metro station, The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town welcomes travelers with its charming atmosphere. Guests can dine at the cozy restaurant, grab coffee at the shop, connect to WiFi, store luggage safely, and take advantage of express check-in.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$76
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan

Room options

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Design Cabin, 1 Bedroom (Attic)

Design Cabin, 1 Bedroom (Attic)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Located on the top floor
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cabin, Balcony (Patio)

Cabin, Balcony (Patio)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Family Cabin (Oriental)

Family Cabin (Oriental)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed

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Cabin (Tent, Mongolia Style)

Cabin (Tent, Mongolia Style)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Cabin (Twinkle)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Free WiFi

Patio Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi

Family Cabin with Balcony

  • Sleeps 4

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Free WiFi

Twinkle Cabin

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi

Attic Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Free WiFi

Tent Cabin

  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Located in Ipoh, The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town is near a metro station. Concubine Lane and Town Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ipoh Padang and Lang Mountain. D. R. Seenivasagam Park and Geological Museum are also worth visiting.
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No 46, Market Street, Ipoh, Perak, 30000

What's nearby

  • Ipoh Mural - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Concubine Lane - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ipoh Padang - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Memory Lane Market - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ipoh Parade - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Ipoh Railway Station - 9 min walk
  • Ipoh (IPH-Sultan Azlan Shah) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sinhalese Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪新元华饮食阁雪花啤酒 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kiki Lalat - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Memories By Morel Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restoran Two Six - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town

Hotel near a metro station
Take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a restaurant at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Express check-in, concierge services and a front desk safe
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town have perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Happy 8 Cafe

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in fee: MYR 30 for check-in after 10 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: MYR 30 for check-in after 10 PM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

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Happy 8 Retreat Old Town
Happy 8 Retreat Old Town Inn
Happy 8 Retreat Old Town Inn Ipoh
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town on 18 Jan 2026 start from AU$76.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town?

This property doesn't offer parking.

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

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

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

Checkout is at noon.

Where is The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town located?

Situated in Ipoh, this hotel is steps away from Ipoh Mural, Concubine Lane and Han Chin Pet Soo. Yasmin At Kong Heng Museum and Birch Memorial Clock Tower are also within 5 minutes. Ipoh Railway Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Happy 8 Retreat @ Old Town Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

7.4

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the train station, most of the visiting areas are walkable, and plenty of dining options. The only thing, that has nothing to do with the hotel is that there is a karaoke bar around the block that blasts its music late into the night.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location matters

This hotel is located in old town Ipoh, it does not have a lift or WiFi so it is fairly inconvenient. But the room and the bathroom is clean and tidy. It doesn't have much but it is reasonable. The location is key and that is all it matters.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

poh-sing

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Not wifi service in the guess room!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delise

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

I'm in love with this place.

Such a lovelylaid back place to stay. Pretty much self service as they are busy creating a restaurant on site. Which I'm sure will be fabulous when it's finished.lovely pastries and coffee at Coco Cafe just down the road.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely. Simply lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

happy 8 Retreat is NOT a happy place.

This is my repeat feedback since the first wasn't published by Hotel.com. There is no proper check-in services. Only one person taking care of everything. There is no wifi, no minibar, no cafe and the TV doesn't work. The toilet is in terrible condition with mouldy walls and mouldy shower curtain. I see the website still falsely advertising that it has wifi and a cafe. The bed is a hard rock mattress. We left after the first despite paying for 3 nights.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stylish Interior, Basic Services

This place has so much potential to be great! The interior is impressive. Time, thought and money have clearly been invested in the design. The hotel is right in the old town, so it's easy to pop in and out for toilet stops, water refills etc. There is a small water dispenser for morning coffees. Rooms come with a bit of coffee and shower toiletries. The pricing point doesn't quite match the room facilities in comparison to other guest houses I've stayed in throughout SE Asia though. AUD$20 less a night and it'd be fine. There is just 1 bloke trying to do everything (maybe the team in the always empty restaurant could take their hands out of their pockets and muck in). He was trying to clean rooms at 6pm and after while checking guests in. So I don't fault him, he was trying hard. There is little noise blocking. If you like hearing both sides of the neighbours' argument then you'll love this place. Same with hearing the Sinhalese Bar patrons singing drunkenly on a Sunday evening. Monday was surprisingly quiet. What really REALLY REALLY lets this place down is the beds. I had read they were a little on the firm side. Mate! If you bushwalk and camp overnight on an 5mm inflatable mat you'll be right. If you want to pre-experience before booking, put a thin mattress topper on a bed of bricks and try sleeping. I felt every age related injury and ache the next morning after sleeping here, I assure you. I had a look, they're box springs with thin toppers.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient and adequate.

The location is great, right in the old town. The room was small but adequate with all the quaint features I was expecting. However there was no drinking water in the rooms and although I could see a wifi connection I was told I couldn't have the password. There is no storage in the room so it wouldn't be suitable for a longer stay. The bed was on the firm end of comfortable for me.
There was a balcony!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

2/10 Terrible

Amelia, Kuala Lumpur

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was dirty. The bed linen gave me itchy ness and the worst was there was no hot water. They use a solar without electrical back up. The next day wanted to change room but their hot shower was the same. They seem to encourage the patron with cold blasting showers! Not even a shower cap provided, it was devastating as I went to the salon!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well designed central hotel.

Beautiful, centrally located hotel. Well designed. Bed a little hard, but lived the wooden facades etc. Was disappointed than our reservation included breakfast but the hotel doesn't do breakfast?! We checked out at 11am butthere was no one in reception at all to give key too,which was a little odd.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Uwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Schönes Designhotel

Hotel mit außergewöhnlichem und schönem Design. Zentrale Lage, Street Art. Sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal. Kleine Nachteile: Frühstücksauswahl klein (Burger, Sandwich oder Wrap), nur 1 Becher Kaffee oder alternativ 1 Glas Orangensaft dabei); sehr harte Matratze, vergilbtes Mückennetz.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
A charming place to spend a few nights in the old town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location, very centrally located by walking to restaurants, attractions, shopping, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value

Not too bad and value for money
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

4/10 Poor

Pitt

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

There are better choices around.

Supply of hot water is unreliable. Replacement of wet towels and tidy up rooms have to be requested. Generally it lacks a service mindset and certainly over priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

giorgio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Nature

Nice little gem. Really a pleasant hotel. Only cos was the mattress too hard for my liking.

8/10 Good

Yuka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

オールドタウンを満喫。

イポーオールドタウンの街中を散策するには、絶好のロケーションです。駐車場のパーキングチケットをフロントスタッフの方にいただいたので、車内に提示しておきました。 この宿泊費用なら、朝食付きだと嬉しいです。
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Wai yee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

特色酒店

酒店環境舒服整潔，員工有禮，位於舊街場，出入方便，早餐有驚喜
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Øyvind

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magisk liten plass

Kult, spennende og veldig hyggelig sted! Inn- og utsjekk var effektivt, hyggelig personale, rent og fint hotellrom. Eneste negative var at madrassen var veldig hard. Kafeen i 1.etg var helt supert, og veldig flott sted å sitte om kvelden med øl og kortspill. God mat var det også her.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Outstandingly funky but no place of rest.

I really wanted to give this hotel an excellent review. Beautiful, boutique, funky, great staff, excellent location. Regrettably, the comfort of the room was hideous. Worst bed and paper thin walls. Our neighbors crashed in at 1.00 am and I honestly though they had come into our room by mistake and I normally wear a hearing aid when not in bed. The discomfort of the bed was extreme. A kettle is provided but no tea or coffee so not much point. At 8.30 am on a Sunday morning no hot water either. I was very relieved to leave.

8/10 Good

Tsz Kin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nicely decorated hotel with friendly staff

A very nicely decorated hotel which gives a relaxing atmosphere. The staff are also very nice and the breakfast is very delicious. The only down point is thay the room is a bit small and it is rather noisy in the morning in our attic room. Maybe other rooms would be more quiet.

10/10 Excellent

Pascal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nette kleines Hotel mitten im Zentrum

Nettes kleines Hotel mitten im Zentrum - phantastische Lage. Unsere Kinder haben das Hochbett geliebt. Einzig negativ war das für europäische Verhältnisse recht kleine Zimmer, zudem wurde unser Zimmer während dem Aufenthalt nicht gereinigt. Zum Hotel gehört ein Kaffee mit sehr guten Kaffeespezialitäten. Parkplätze entlang der Strasse reichlich vorhanden. Über das Wochenende kostenfrei. Ansonsten bei der Apotheke nebenan ein Parkticket (zum aufrubbeln) erwerben.

10/10 Excellent

zhen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very satisfied with hotel

Rooms are located above a lovely and quirky cafe. Room was very clean and everything worked well. A very lovely stay indeed. Location was perfect with good food and cafes all just round the corner.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Generally the hotel provide good accommodation. Hotel receptionist is not enough at time to provide customer enquiry. Overall experience is good.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

還不錯

裝潢非常有巧思，但離鬧區有點距離