Tanah Rata Hotels from RM95

As the largest town in the Cameron Highlands, in Pahang, Malaysia, Tanah Rata is an area filled with urban developments. It serves as a great getaway destination, giving you access to the many hikes and vantage points in the splendorous natural surroundings, and the convenience of modern city living. Buses and taxis running frequently between Tanah Rata, Ipoh and Kuala Lumpur. Travel throughout the region is affordable and easy to procure which makes exploring nothing but a pleasure. Here we’ll be taking a closer look at the bustling town of Tanah Rata and advising you of the best things to see, taste and do.

About Tanah Rata

Many of the shops in Tanah Rata still carry the same original architecture and aesthetics which they did upon their original construction. The buildings across Tanah Rata are well maintained and nestled amid urban developments. The flat-stretches of this area carry great beauty which is further extended by landmarks such as temples and landscaped estates.

Best Place to Stay in Tanah Rata

Jalan Mentigi Utama is one of the best places to shop for mid-ranged accommodation. Within this area you can find hotels, hostels, guest houses and inns offering great facilities, competitive rates and easy access to public transport. You will be spoilt for choice when looking in this region. There is everything from 1 to 5-star accommodation.

Jalan Masjid and Marigold Square is the place to look for luxury resorts offering 4 to 5-star lodgings and amenities. There are some excellent luxury accommodation providers across the Cameron Highlands giving you top class in-house restaurants, spacious rooms and even spa facilities.

Top Attractions in Tanah Rata

Head to Jalan Pecah Batu to see the massive Sam Poh Buddhist Temple. From the moment you arrive, you are greeted by huge, colourful gates and walls while many relics and large gilded statues wait inside. The ambiance of the windy hills creates the perfect atmosphere to explore a sacred site, while the view from the vantage point of the temple is amazing.

A great educational experience is offered at the Boh Tea Estate. This verdant tea plantation supplies both lessons concern the agriculture and tours of the processing facilities. The lush scenery of this cool, green area makes it astoundingly beautiful. It is a long journey to reach the estate, but the view once you arrive is among the most amazing in Malaysia.

The treacherous trail of Mount Irau are awaiting avid adventure lovers. Be sure that you are fit and dressed accordingly, with more than enough supplies packed, as this is not the easiest trek. It does however take you through an untouched area of the highlands. While this area may have amazing sights and sounds, a guide is highly recommended as the forest can be confusing.

Parit Fall is a majestic cascading waterfall found within the recreational nature park at Kampung Sedia. Playgrounds are present to kips your kids entertained, while the landscaped gardens are serene and relaxing. After just a short distance into the park, you will encounter Parit Fall. The vertical drop can be reached in under half an hour. It is a great place to picnic thanks to the atmosphere and greenery, however the brown waters discourage many from swimming.

Food in Tanah Rata

While in Tanah Rata, you shouldn’t miss out on trying the various varieties of Tom Yam. This local soup is served primary in chicken and herbal varieties, although we recommend that you try both. A clear soup served by the locals is also available.

Nyonya dining in Tanah Rata allows you to enjoy an authentic Malaysian meal in a traditional simple space. The flavours are exotic and bold. You should be on the lookout for dishes such as Perut ikan, a spicy stew similar to asam pedas, and Laksa lemak which gives you a spicy noodle soup made with coconut gravy, prawns, cockles and lime.