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Reviews of The Brownstone Hostel & Space

145 Jalan Raja Musa Aziz, 30300 Ipoh, Malaysia

#5 of 126 hotels in Ipoh

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Review Score

Based on 566 hostel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.0

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    8.6

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free WiFi

    7.7

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  • Reviewed: May 20, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    At night is quite loud as hostel is just by the fast and wide road, which many cars use. Anyway, hostel provides free earplugs. I did one night without them (was fine, but it took me a bit longer to fall asleep), the second night I used them and it was great.

    Helpful staff, free breakfast (unlimited cereal, milk, coffee, toasts with jam and peanut butter), nice and big common areas, two lovely cats on board. Rooms are quite big comparing to other hostels, very clean, seem new, include lockers and efficient AC. Also hostel provides cheap laundry (2 ringid for washing powder only), good WiFi and recommendation for spending time in Ipoh (e.g. good restaurants nearby). One night we were only 2 people in 8-people dorm and overall the place has a lot of space so it won’t be overcrowded even with full reservations. One of the best hostels I have ever been to.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 15, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The place is beautiful, friendly owner/staff. Every corner makes a gorgeous OOTD area. Price is cheaper if you book directly but sold out fast. Shower and toilets are a little small but plenty. Comfortable place and well thought out. If you book bunk beds/capsule bed, you have small area in between the bunk for prayer.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: May 14, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I hope the water pressure is a bit stronger.

    Comfortable bed. Private space. Lots of plant and antiques! Nice and estetik.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2024

    10
    Best hostel we have been to
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    What’s not to like? The rooms are clean, modern and well equipped. The staff is very friendly and helpful. There is a chill common area, great coffee next door and very cute cats

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Relaxed atmosphere, warm welcome, nice café, cool interior especially in the common areas like the kitchen, had a wonderful one-day-trip to the Cameron Highlands that was organized by the hostel

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The breakfast suits me. List: 2 type of cereals, milk, breads for jam or peanut butter sandwiches, oat cookies, chocolate, milo, coffee, tea.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: May 8, 2024

    9.0
    Overall a very good stay in Ipoh, comfortable and convenient.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The breakfast options could be improved and the location is not amazing.

    Clean spacious room with a nice bathroom.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2024

    8.0
    Nice stay for one or two nights in Ipoh
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Noisy road but you are warned Very warm in common areas and bathrooms even with fans…easy to get bitten Very annoying that people are allowed to do photoshoots in the common areas. Flash of a camera going off doesn’t help relax The cats didn’t bother me in general but seeing them on the tables in the kitchen area where people eat isn’t the best look

    Amazing contact prior to arrival. An issue was sorted straight away and all questions answered Very friendly Cafe is lovely-fresh smoothies, coffee and bagels-a little pricey but felt it was worth it Bright spot in the strange place that is Ipoh 2 pillows Provide locks

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 29, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All about the property is nice.. very comfortable and very well maintained and neat.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There were a lot of mosquitoes, but with mosquito repellent, it wasn't a problem :)

    Very modern, nice hostel! The breakfast was nice and you had so much privacy in the dorms. The common areas are lovely and very inviting for chilling. I loved it there!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The dorm I stayed in was very comfortable and spacious, with a big locker as well. Everyone in the staff was really nice and helpful! There is also a washing machine which was practical.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 22, 2024

    8.0
    Lovely hostel but Ipoh not worth it
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bed wasn’t that comfy but manageable. Didn’t feel safe in Ipoh as a female and there really wasn’t much to do so would probably recommend skipping

    Clean and staff friendly. Locker was a good size for once. Location was good.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2024

    10
    Going to come back again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing particular.

    The staff and facilities were superb. They made me feel at home. The location is superb

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 17, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Absolutely amazing place. Designer should get some price for the project. Every delail is amazing!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: April 15, 2024

    8.0
    Nice, cosy, clean place with comfortable beds
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice, cosy, clean place with comfortable beds and basic breakfast included + they their cafe on site.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 10, 2024

    10
    A nice place, where to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    A bit far from old town.

    The whole hostel was very stylish, very nice common rooms. Also a nice bedroom, with good beds (includes curtain, lamp) and spacious locker. Rooms were clean. A nice shower, with hot water! They also had a small cafe. Wifi was good in common room.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    -

    great setup, nice private room

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    10
    Cosy vibes and perfect Ipoh base
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    nothing to say here, really enjoyed my stay

    This is one of the loveliest hostels I've stayed in. There is ample communal space with a really innovative swing chairs and table in the kitchen area. The staff are kind and welcoming. The room is spacious and the beds some of the comfiest I've stayed in. There were nice little touches like some earplugs and a towel which made the stay even cosier. The vibe was fabulous and there was a balance of people chilling out and working. I worked a couple of days there and the wifi worked well for both zoom calls and browser work. Location wise you're slightly off the beaten track BUT Ipoh is small and walkable. Within 15 minutes you can get to what you want to see. Would recommend!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: April 3, 2024

    10
    Stylish place with beautiful patio and super helpful staff with great tips on food, sights.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Stylish hostel that almost felt like boutique hotel.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    8.0
    A well run hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Staff efficient but not very friendly.

    Good facilities e.g. free washing machine for clothes. Help yourself breakfast excellent.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: April 1, 2024

    8.0
    Nice night in Ipoh
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very loud during the night

    The location and the atmosphere

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 27, 2024

    8.0
    Lovely
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Location is at a very busy road, very loud noises.

    Decoration of the building and the staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 20, 2024

    10
    This was the nicest hostel I’ve had in Malaysia
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The road noise

    Nice plants and facilities

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: March 15, 2024

    9.0
    Lovely place to chill.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was nothing we didn't like.

    We had an en suite room, which was spotless, comfortable, and quiet. We met nice folk around the huge table in the dining area, those that didn't have their faces in their phones, that is! Tea and coffee are available, with fruit, cereals, and biscuits. The little coffee place in the garden serves lovely coffees and smoothies, and light snacks.

    Stayed in February 2024

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