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De Cafe & Rest House

Updated 2026-10-14 · 2,294 reviewed · 317 listed · Scored from 529 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(529) 78 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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De Cafe & Rest House
Location
Ipoh
Services
Instagrammable / Themed Cafe, Pet-Friendly Cafe, Cafe & Bakery
Reviews
529
Ranking
#9 in Instagrammable / Themed Cafe
Best for
social travellers wanting evening events and a central base in Ipoh

Google Business Profile is the source for the business data shown here, last checked 2026-10-14. Details taken from their website were fetched 2026-07-14.

What do customers say?

Most reviewers describe a warm, relaxed space run by a friendly owner and staff. Many say the location is handy for Ipoh's cafes, food spots, and attractions. Guests often mention the evening events and night market outings the team organises.

The cafe downstairs earns praise for good food, desserts, and a chill setting for groups. Some guests found the hostel basics thin, citing weak shower pressure and a rough check-in. One detailed review said service quality varied a lot between staff members.

Praised for
  • Friendly, helpful owner and staff
  • Cozy, relaxed vibe
  • Central Ipoh location
  • Good food at the downstairs cafe
  • Evening social events and night market trips
Watch-outs
  • Check-in delays and poor communication
  • Low water pressure and weak hot water
  • Dorm floor vibration and storage in guest areas
  • Inconsistent service between staff members
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Best for: social travellers wanting evening events and a central base in Ipoh
Think twice if: You need strong water pressure, quick check-in, or a kitchen. Some reviewers found these lacking.

What stands out?

  • Central Ipoh location near Concubine Lane
  • Owner-led evening events and night market trips
  • Downstairs cafe with desserts and drinks
  • Female-only dorm option

Worth knowing

  • Owner is named in reviews and singled out for helping guests plan itineraries
  • Charging cables and sweets are available for guests
  • Hostel cat named Joaa mentioned by one guest
  • Night market tour and movie night are offered
  • Towels cost an extra 5 dollars per one review
  • Website lists mixed and female-only dorms and volunteer positions (business claim)

What reviews say by service

Cafe
Reviewers praise the downstairs food, desserts, and relaxed vibe; one said the cafe is good.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.44 average across the 48 instagrammable / themed cafe businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 85% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

Scoring Method
Star rating 66
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
380
4
96
3
21
2
15
1
17

Frequently asked questions

Does the business offer female-only dorms?
Its website lists female-only dorms alongside mixed dorms (business claim). One reviewer stayed in the women's dorm and found it clean.
Are there evening activities?
Several reviewers mention evening social events, games, and night market outings run by the staff.

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Last updated 2026-10-14