The Great Hotel 2*
Main amenities
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Free Wi-Fi
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Air conditioning
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No pets allowed
Location
Located nearly a 10-minute drive from the Birch Memorial Clock Tower, the comfortable 2-star The Great Hotel Ipoh offers Wi-Fi in public areas and parking. Located 3.5 km from a convenient place to shop such as Ipoh Convention Centre, this Ipoh hotel provides 19 rooms.
The hotel has a convenient setting about a 25-minute stroll from Perak Tong Cave Buddhist Temple, while natural sights like the Movie Animation Park Studios are approximately a 15-minute ride away. Places of worship to visit 3.9 km from the Great Ipoh include the state Sultan Idris Shah II Mosque. The nearby cultural experience includes the heritage museum "22 Hale Street", which is around 20 minutes' drive away. The nearest bus stop is Ipoh Grove, located only 300 metres away, and Ipoh train station is 3.7 km away.
The rooms feature an air conditioner, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' utmost comfort. There is also a private bathroom. Providing a bidet and a separate toilet, some bathrooms have a hairdryer and towels.
The nearby dining opportunities include Gate Cafe, which is in proximity to the Great.
Review by hotel critic
As a digital nomad who values both luxury and financial prudence, my recent stay at Great in Ipoh offered an intriguing balance of value and comfort. the self-check-in process was smooth, with prompt responses from the attentive owner ensuring any issues were swiftly resolved. the spacious room was meticulously clean, boasting a particularly invigorating shower experience with excellent water pressure and hot water - a rare delight in many accommodations. While the lack of an exhaust fan in the bathroom made for a steamy post-shower experience, the overall quality of the facilities and service overshadowed this minor inconvenience. the abundance of parking spaces right outside the building was convenient, coupled with the hotel's strategic location near Ipoh's attractions, making exploration effortless. Although amenities like shops and ironing facilities were not prominently featured, the essentials were well-maintained. the complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi in public areas added a modern touch, catering to digital nomads like myself seeking a comfortable work environment.
