Dusit Princess Ipoh to Open in Perak in October 2026

Dusit Hotels and Resorts will open Dusit Princess Ipoh on 1 October 2026, introducing its upper-midscale brand to the capital of Malaysia's Perak state through an agreement with property owner Plenitude Berhad [1]. The converted 268-room hotel features 964 square metres of flexible event space, five room categories, on-site dining, and recreational amenities adjacent to the Perak Turf Club [1].

Where is Dusit Princess Ipoh situated?

Dusit Princess Ipoh stands beside the Perak Turf Club, placing the property less than five minutes by car from the Ipoh city centre [1]. As eHotelier reported, Sultan Azlan Shah Airport is approximately 10 minutes away and provides direct flights connecting to Singapore [1]. Situated roughly 200 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, the hotel gives road travellers direct access to Ipoh Old Town attractions including Concubine Lane and Kong Heng Square, as well as the cave temples of the Kinta Valley [1].

What room categories and amenities will the hotel offer?

Guest accommodation covers five distinct categories ranging from 25 square metres up to 58 square metres [1]. According to reporting by eHotelier, entry-level Superior Rooms measure 25 square metres, while top-tier Family Suites provide 58 square metres [1]. Units feature views across the city skyline or the Perak Turf Club, with high-speed Wi-Fi, smart TVs, quality bedding, in-room safes, and workspaces [1]. Family Rooms and Family Suites incorporate kitchenettes to accommodate extended stays and family travel [1].

What dining and recreational facilities are planned?

Dining is anchored by The Atrium, an all-day restaurant featuring views of the surrounding limestone hills and urban skyline [1]. The venue serves a buffet breakfast that includes nasi lemak, roti canai, kway teow goreng, and dim sum alongside continental options, supplemented by an all-day menu of local and international dishes [1]. A lobby coffee shop offers speciality teas, coffees, juices, and pastries [1]. Leisure and operational amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, a Kids Club, self-service guest laundry, accessible rooms, a prayer room, and a 6,580-square-foot fitness centre [1].

How much meeting and event space is available?

Meeting planners have access to approximately 964 square metres of function space divided across three individual venues [1]. The primary facility is the 496.8-square-metre Kinta Ballroom, which handles up to 400 attendees in theatre seating or 300 guests for banquet round tables [1]. According to coverage from eHotelier, the ballroom includes an LED display, dynamic sound systems, and adjustable lighting [1]. Two additional function spaces, the 383 sq m Kampar Hall and the 84 sq m Gopeng Room, accommodate smaller meetings and gatherings [1].

Why is Dusit expanding into the Perak market?

Dusit International is expanding into Perak to capture growing business and domestic leisure demand supported by local regional transit links [1]. Chanin Donavanik, Group Chief Executive Officer of Dusit International, stated that Perak recorded 23.6 million domestic visitors in 2025, ranking it among the country's three most visited states [1]. The property targets leisure and corporate guests alongside delegations, offering a Discover the Soul of Ipoh guest program that organizes pomelo orchard tours, heritage walks, white coffee trails, and Labu Sayong pottery workshops [1]. Opening room rates begin at RM 230 per night, including RM 50 in daily food and beverage credit for stays through 31 December 2026 [1].