Hotel The Happy 8 Retreat (Ipoh, Malaysia)

About The Happy 8 Retreat

The Happy 8 Retreat, located in the Taman Happy suburb of Ipoh, offers five nature-themed rooms. The city centre with its restaurants and attractions is a ten-minute drive away. The rooms, with evocative names like ‘The Lotus’ and ‘The Palm Tree’, provide twin and double accommodation and feature attractive wood and bamboo decorations and beautiful murals. All offer private bathroom facilities and complimentary toiletries. The Happy 8 Retreat provides a 24/7 reception area and free Wi-Fi in rooms and in public areas. Complimentary parking is also available for those with a vehicle. A ten-minute walk, Dai Shu Geok on Jalan King Road serves local dishes such as Yong Tau Foo. In the city centre near Dataran Ipoh town square, Healy Mac's Irish Bar is the place for great beer and European fare. Ten minutes by car, Han Chin Pet Soo museum offers a fascinating insight into the area’s tin mining heritage. A 30-minute drive, Kek Lok Tong features a stunning cave temple and statues of Buddha.