List of Hotels in Perak, Malaysia

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Taking its name from the Malay word for "silver," Perak is one of thirteen states in the South East Asian country of Malaysia. Perak's population is around two million, most of which is concentrated in the capital city of Ipoh. Natural wonders abound in Perak, from the lush forests of Royal Belum State Park to the untouched beaches of Pangkor Island. Perak offers a wide range of hotels and accommodations, from luxury resorts to simple family-owned boutiques. Many important hotels are located in Ipoh, while others are scattered around the smaller towns and popular eco-tourism zones.

Grand Kampar Hotel

This mid-sized hotel is located in the rapidly expanding Perak township of Taman Bandar Kampar. Grand Kampar Hotel features attractive Spanish architecture, two on-site cafés and one Chinese restaurant, city tours organized by knowledgeable hotel staff, and outdoor swimming pool with sunbathing deck. Outdoor lovers will feel right at home with activities like white water rafting, jungle trekking, horseback riding, and bird watching in the nearby state parks. Grand Kampar offers standard deluxe, executive deluxe, family suites, and executive suites, all of which feature color TV, Internet access, air-conditioning, and mini bar.

Grand Kampar Hotel
2188 Jalan Timah
31900 Kampar, Perak Darul Ridzuan
Malaysia
011 +60 5 466 2111
grandkamparhotel.com

Bukit Merah Laketown Resort

Located in the popular eco-tourism region of Bukit Merah, Laketown Resort provides unique opportunities to visit the nearby orangutan conservation park and Bukit Merah Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Malaysia. This family-friendly resort also features one of the biggest water parks in the country and a three-acre ecological sanctuary where you'll discover exotic bird, reptile, primate, and mammal species. All rooms are air-conditioned and have color TV, min-fridge, coffee maker, and hair dryer. The resort also features over half a dozen eating options, including a sports café, fast food restaurant, Chinese eatery, and a small café over looking the lake.

Jalan Bukit Merah,
34400 Semanggol,
Perak Darul Ridzuan
Malaysia
011 +60 5 890 8888
bukitmerahresort.com

Heritage Hotel Ipoh

This premier business hotel is located in Ipoh and features a panoramic view of the Ipoh Turf Club horse racing track. Heritage Hotel Ipoh provides great access for exploring the city and surrounding region, where you can enjoy many eco-tourism activities. Rooms feature elegant décor, centralized A/C, mini bar, color TV with in-house movies, and coffee maker. Dining options include Tai Thong Restaurant (traditional Chinese cuisine and dim sum), Polo Café (international and local Malaysian cuisine) and Garden Lounge (cocktails and appetizers with live piano music nightly). There's also a small health club featuring Jacuzzi tubs and saunas.

Heritage Hotel Ipoh
Jalan Raja DiHilir
30350 Ipoh
Perak Darul Ridzuan
Malaysia
011 +60 5 242 8888
heritage.com.my/ipoh

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Article Written By Charlie Higgins

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