Hot Spring In Ipoh & Perak: 5 Best Locations For Relaxation

It might surprise you to know that there are a few natural hot springs in Ipoh. Most belong to resorts that charge moderate to high entrance fees for walk-in visitors.

But there are also a couple of hot springs further from Ipoh (but still in Perak, Malaysia) that are more affordable. Hot springs are not only good for rejuvenating your body and mind but fun for the whole family too!

Go ahead and check out all the options below for your upcoming trip!

1. Hot Spring In Ipoh & Perak

For the premium prices charged, you can expect better and more facilities at your disposal if you visit a hot spring resort rather than a hot spring park.

The overall environment is generally more beautiful too!

1.1. The Banjaran Hot Springs Retreat

We are starting our list with the most exclusive hot spring resort, The Banjaran Hot Springs Retreat. This luxury resort is in Tambun.

Overnight guests of course, have full access to the facilities along with their gorgeous chalets and villas.

But if you just want to go there for the hot springs or massage services, then it’s possible to book their day ticket on their website.

Not going to lie, the price per person may shock you!

• Address: 1, Persiaran Lagoon, Sunway 3, 31150 Ipoh, Perak
• Contact: +605-210 7777
• Remark: Children below 12 years old are not allowed.

1.2. Lost World Of Tambun Theme Park

Next on the list are the hot springs of the Lost World Of Tambun Theme Park. The theme park is under Sunway City who also happen to own and manage The Banjaran Hot Springs Retreat.

The hot spring section of this park is only open during the evening.

However, you can spend the whole day at Lost World easily as they have many other zones to explore during the daytime too.

In fact, it’s just as busy in the daytime as it is in the night!

Other night activities (Hot Springs & Night Park) include:

• Flaming Percussions (starts at 7:45pm every day except Tuesday; this event occurs daily during school holiday and public holiday)
• Tales of the Tribe (starts at 8:30pm every day except Tuesday; this event occurs daily during school holiday and public holiday)
• Crystal Spa (11am to 11pm, closed on Tuesday)
• Luminous Forest (8pm to 10pm)
• Petting Zoo (separate tickets may be required)
• Ipoh Street (11am to 10pm)

• Address: 1, Persiaran Lagun Sunway 1, Sunway City Ipoh, 31150 Ipoh, Perak
• Opening hours: 6pm to 11pm
• Contact: +605-542 8888

There are 3 other hot springs on the outskirts of Ipoh:

• One on the way to Cameron Highlands from Ipoh
• The other is enroute to Ipoh from Kuala Lumpur
• And yet another, enroute to Kuala Sepetang from Ipoh

Let’s have a look at each:

1.3. Sungai Klah Hot Spring Park

Just include a 30 minutes’ detour if you’re heading up to Ipoh from Kuala Lumpur but want to stop by these hot springs!

You can reach Sungai Klah Hot Spring Park in 1.5 hours from Kuala Lumpur. Or an hour and 14 minutes from Ipoh.

A minutes’ drive or a 3 minutes’ walk from Felda Residence:

This public park has long been a favorite among locals for the 2 cool water pools with waterfalls that are greatly appreciated in the fierce mid-day heat.

There is one cool water pool for kids (2 ft deep) and the other is for adults (4.5ft deep). Of the hot pools, there are 3 pools of varying temperatures to try.

You can boil eggs in a smaller separate pool, and this costs RM5 for 4 eggs.

Facilities now include a mini mart, food & drinks stall, and small clothing store. Most are in decent condition considering the entrance fees.

Note: One of the newest additions to this park is a mini zoo, but we don’t think the management take the animals’ welfare seriously enough. The fee to this zoo can be excluded from the main park fee.

Entrance fees (subtract RM7 if you don’t plan on visiting the mini zoo):

Age Category	Malaysian Citizen	Foreigner
Adult	RM25	RM38
Child	RM22	RM35
Senior	RM18	RM38
Disabled	RM15	n/a

Tip: Bring ample cash (no outside food allowed), hats and a mat or tent if you have one.

• Address: Google Maps
• Opening hours: 8am to 6pm everyday
• Contact: +6019-279 0022

1.4. Lubuk Timah Fall

It may not look like much but the small hot water pools along the river are enjoyable. The admission fee is RM5 (adults) and RM3 (kids).

Note: On weekends, the price is double

Just mind the little ones because the river flow is quite strong!

A unique feature of the place is the perfectly crescent shaped waterfall that flows from a broken dam.

And if you feel like it, this is a very scenic spot for a picnic too as outside food is allowed. And other than the springs, you can try archery, horse riding or riding an ATV!

There are huts with fans for rent at RM50 (weekend price) and shaded benches for RM10. You might want to book these if you’re going during the day, as there are not many trees close to the water.

Bathroom facilities are available too, free of charge. There is a surau and a cafeteria of sorts too.

• Address: Google Maps
• Opening hours: 8am to 7pm
• Contact: +6019-244 9056

1.5. Trong Hot Spring

50 minutes’ drive north from Ipoh city is another hot spring resort in Changkat Jering.

There’s nothing for kids to play with and the pools are smaller than with other hot springs in this list. If you’re hoping for natural scenery, this is not the place either.

Many adults and elders come here for rest and relaxation (and the low entrance fees – it costs RM3 per person).

But mostly, to sooth aching joints, skin ailments and to reap other health benefits from the natural hot spring waters (~50 to 60°C)!

Private pools are available too. Call ahead to check if they’re open!

• Address: Batu 9, Jalan Trong, Village, 34850 Changkat Jering, Perak
• Opening hours: 9am to 9pm (weekdays), 9am to 11pm (weekends)
• Contact: +605-855 3990

Read also: 27 Best Things To Do In Ipoh

2. Hot Spring Resorts & Hotels

Hot springs have a way of making you sleepy after a dip.

Tip: For better sleep, try to fit a visit to a hot spring during an evening of your Ipoh itinerary.

In case you do want to stay longer, let’s go over the available Ipoh hot spring hotels:

2.1. The Banjaran Hot Springs Retreat

Warning: These come with hefty price tags as expected since The Banjaran Hot Springs Retreat is a luxury spa resort!

You can choose among three different types of accommodation at The Banjaran.

• Garden Villa – Have your own private courtyard and patio along with the private pool, outdoor shower and Jacuzzi. Beautiful vegetation all around the villa for that zen vibe!

• Water Villa – These luxurious huts hang over the edge of a water canal with lots of greenery around. They come with a private balcony, pool, outdoor rain shower and Jacuzzi too!

• Lake Villa – The most “affordable” option but you still get a lovely spacious room with a garden terrace, a private pool and your own little hot spring!

Price range:

• Weekdays: ~RM1.4K to RM1.8K for 2 people a night
• Weekends: ~RM1.6K to RM2K for 2 people a night

Read more: 9 Top Ipoh Limestone Caves & Ipoh Cave Temples That You Should See

2.2. Sunway Lost World Hotel

Sunway Lost World have their own hotel right across from their theme park!

It’s a short walking distance of 1 minute across the road and the theme park’s car park.

Tip: If you happen to need sunscreen or a bathing suit, they do sell these in the souvenir shop at the entrance to the park.

You get free tickets to the hot springs (and night park) if you stay at the Lost World Hotel in Tambun!

Book a room or suite:

Note: On their website, you have options of adding tickets or a massage too

Want something unusual?

Lost World Of Tambun Glamping Or Floating Chalet

Consider booking their floating chalets or glamping option then:

Floating chalets cost RM1K a night and can sleep up to 4 people with an ensuite bathroom. You get free theme park and night park tickets too. And buffet breakfast.

The glamping packages are either for 2 or 4 people and sleep arrangements are in a large camping tent in the grounds away from the main theme park and next to a lake. Breakfast is at their garden terrace.

But close enough to enjoy the included theme park and night park tickets!

Price range: ~RM620-900

2.3. Sementra Nature Resort

Perak’s newest hot spring resort is Sementra Nature Resort and it is in Gopeng. Which is less than 40 minutes’ drive away from Ipoh.

Do expect a very bumpy and windy drive into a palm oil plantation where the resort is.

Note: Avoid driving into the resort in the evening as the one-way road is not lit.

Aside from the single hot spring pool (fits 10 adults), there is a swimming pool with water sourced from the mountain.

There are many outdoor activities (e.g., swimming, fishing, hiking, river tubing, ATV, white water rafting, feeding fish, etc) to enjoy if you choose to stay at this resort. WiFi is not the best but that allows you take in the natural surroundings of the resort.

If you’re planning to stay here, you might want to eat before coming and bring snacks as there are very limited dining options here.

• Address: Lot 15918, Kampung Ulu Geroh, 31600, Gopeng, Perak
• Contact: +605-3520363

Read more: 5 Theme Parks To Check Out In Ipoh & Perak

2.4. Felda Residence Hot Springs

Getting to this location (Sungkai) requires a bit of a drive (i.e. an hour) out of the city:

But you will be rewarded by the beautiful greenery and your own private hot spring pool! Not all villas have that so check before you book!

Tip: Get something to eat before you go. There aren’t many dining options there!

However, all rooms at this resort come with entrance fees to the public hot springs as well as breakfast:

Note: Not many eateries around. So, you must prepare your own dinner or drive back to town.

Read also: Best Homestay Ipoh – 11 Exceptional Homestay In Ipoh

3. Comparison Of Entrance Fees

You don’t have to stay at the resorts to enjoy the hot springs!

Apart from a couple of them, most of these hot springs are affordable and make a good day trip outing with family or friends!

Hot Spring Resort/ park	Entrance fee	Includes
Banjaran Hot Spring Ipoh	RM350	Day access to their: -Hot springs -Steam cave -Ice bath -Meditation cave -Crystal cave -Fish pool -Fitness center -Swimming pool Also included: Locker, bathrobe, towels and shower facilities
Lost World of Tambun (Hot Springs & Night Park)	Walk-in (foreigner): RM95 (Adult), RM85 (Child/Senior) Walk-in (Malaysian): RM80 (Adult), RM70 (Child/Senior) Prices are RM5 cheaper if you book online. They can also be ~RM30 cheaper on Klook.	Excludes locker fees and possibly entry to the night zoo
Felda Residence Hot Springs, Family Spa	Walk-in (foreigner): RM18 (Adult), RM15 (Child) Walk-in (Malaysian): RM15 (Adult), RM12 (Child)	Day access to their hot spring water park
Trong Hot Spring	Foot soaking: RM2 (replace the hotspring water 3 times) Main pool: RM3 per person. Private pool: RM20 per hour.	Depends what you pay for.
Ipoh Hot Spring Sungai	RM15 (Adult), RM12 (Child), RM8 (Senior), RM5 (OKU/ disabled)	Access to the hotsprings (multiple pools)
Lubuk Timah Fall	RM5 (Adult), RM3 (child over 4 years old) Prices are double on weekends.	Excludes: Rental for benches and canopies (RM10)

If you need transport to any of the above hot springs:

Why not include them as part of a private Ipoh tour itinerary?

That way, you get a guided tour in Ipoh (or Cameron Highlands) by a local guide. Without having to worry about transport!

Book RayTheTour by contacting us on WhatsApp.

Conclusion

Hot springs are a great way to end a whole day of sightseeing in Ipoh! And to spend time with family and friends, soaking your cares away. Literally!

Best of all, you don’t have to spend a fortune to experience hot springs in Ipoh either.

Still, hot spring resorts can be pricey, and many are far from the city too. Here are some Ipoh Boutique Hotels that are value for your money!