Reviews of Homey Hostel, Ipoh Town

Giving this place a star for the attentive customer service since they were quite helpful, and another star for the strategic location.

Yes, it’s cheap — but does it really worth the price? Honestly, I don’t think so. The hostel itself was far from clean. The common area, sofas, tables, toilets, and even the room were dirty. The common area also had a strong, unpleasant smell likely because someone decided to dry their clothes inside. Unlike typical hostels, the beds didn’t have curtains or individual lights. So, if your roommate isn’t considerate, the only light available is the glaring ceiling light. Not fun when you’re trying to sleep. I shared a room with an elderly couple. Nothing against them personally, but it seemed like they had been living there for a while, and the room had a strong medicinal smell. It might be a good idea for the hostel to assign long-term stayers their own separate rooms. Things got worse when the elderly lady and another guest from Italy both complained about bed bugs. They actually saw them crawling around. I checked my bed right after, and to my horror, the mattress and pillow were moldy, stained, and looked like they hadn’t been replaced in years. Definitely not what you’d expect from a place that’s supposed to host travelers. The location was central, which would’ve been great, if only it wasn’t so noisy. The window in our room didn’t close properly (it was the old-school type), and since the hostel is right at a junction near a traffic light, I could hear every car, lorry and motorbike revving up all night long. Oh, and one more thing: my towel disappeared. I left it to dry next to my bed, and the next day it was just… gone. And this wasn’t just any towel — I bought it in Germany, so yeah, I’m still emotionally recovering 😂😅

The price, it was very good value for the budget. The dorm was good with well functioning AC. There are multiple toilet and bathrooms. No need to wait to go to toilets or to take a shower. The staff os not there but is reactif on whatsapp.

15-20min walk to the city center although 2min walk to night market.

It's basic but it's nice enough for the very good price. It's kept clean and it's just across the road from a couple of great kopitiams with local food.

Considering the price there was nothing I didn't like.

Best bang for your buck, very clean and friendly staff. It’s quite well located, lots of restaurants and shops at walking distance. Definitely recommend as cheap accommodation !

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Location was very central Keysless entry Water machine Hostel was helpful changing my booking dates ( I couldn't do this through booking.com)

Light and noise pollution from outside. Loud cars driving past into the early hours. Old sheets, all the beds in my dorm had small tears in them

Very quiet, fine for a few nights and female dormitory perfect for rest

There is no fridge, so you can’t keep items cold

Cosy atmosphere and making friends during my stay! Hawker food court conveniently to reach!

Simple and no frill type! Allows to bring to hall to consume and provide utensils to eat!

If you like intense blue-white light and no cozy common area to sit down and socialize with fellow travellers, this is the place for you. If not, consider going elsewhere.

We opted for sitting on the dirty sidewalk outside rather than inside the guesthouse in the evening - the place is that depressing... When we arrived we didn't realize that the bed sheets were clean (dur to stains and grease marks), but we were quickly informed that they were. Great. Ect.ect., you get the point. It's not worth it.