7 Hotels & Unique Stays In Cameron Highlands For Your Next Weekend Getaway Among The Misty Mountains

Hotels in Cameron Highlands

Some of Malaysia’s must-visit attractions can be found nestled among the rolling hills of Cameron Highlands. Located just a 3-hour drive from Kuala Lumpur, it makes the perfect day-trip destination for travellers looking to soak up lush greenery and scenic sights.

For a complete getaway and more than just a day to explore all that the serene town has to offer, plan to park yourself at one of these 7 hotels in Cameron Highlands.

1. The Smokehouse Hotel – afternoon tea in an English-style garden

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The Smokehouse Hotel feels more like an inviting home you’d see in the English countryside. Housed in a quaint English-style cottage, this Cameron Highlands hotel has been around since 1937, but has managed to retain its old-world charm. 

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Beyond the hotel’s enchanting exterior, each room in the Tudor structure is unique in its own way. No two rooms have the same layout or decor, with each one featuring its own unique collection of antiques and vintage furniture.

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While you may be tempted to stay bundled up indoors all day, you’ll want to venture outside to the hotel’s English-style garden. The hotel serves Afternoon Tea in the garden, so you can look forward to sipping on warm tea and munching on scones during your stay here. 

Price: From RM400/night
Address: By the Golf Course 39000 Tanah Rata, Pahang
Contact: 05-491 1215 | 012-328 1937 | The Smokehouse Hotel’s website

2. Cameron Highland Retreat – group-friendly rooms

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For larger groups or families, Cameron Highland Retreat has 3 types of accommodations that are all group-friendly. Depending on your budget, you can go for their more affordable Family Rooms (from RM320/night) with a king-sized bed and two single beds, or their plush Suites (from RM980/night) that repurpose containers to create a fully-furnished apartment-like room. 

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For starters, the Suite – Rosemary accommodates up to 15 guests and features 3 bedrooms and bathrooms, as well as a kitchen with essential equipment like a kettle and induction cooker.

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Those looking to enjoy the night breeze in Cameron Highlands can go for their rustic Rooftree (from RM980/night) rooms. The largest option for this room sleeps up to 12 guests, with an open-concept combined living and dining room layout that encourages bonding activities. 

Price: From RM320/night
Address: 57, Jalan Tengkolok, Tanah Rata, 39000, Pahang
Contact: 011-4056 2289 | Cameron Highland Retreat’s website

3. Stellar Golden Hill – clear bubble domes

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You won’t feel like you’re glamping at Stellar Golden Hill with how comfy their lodgings are. 

Besides their unique caravan rooms that were a first in Malaysia, they have a luxe Starlux that has a queen-sized bed set inside a transparent bubble dome. For RM988/night, you can spend a night inside the dome, stargazing from your bed or even from a bathtub. 

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Thoughtful amenities like a TV with access to Netflix and room slippers are also provided.

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There’s also a family-friendly version of the dome, which can accommodate five adults and two children with two queen-sized beds and a sofa bed. 

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Other comfy accommodations include The Cottage, their largest glamping tent. It features two queen-sized beds in the bedroom, as well as a separate living room to lounge in and make full use of the projector that the room has. 

Price: From RM988/night
Address: Lot 13, Jalan Golden Hills, 39000 Brinchang, Pahang
Contact: 018-586 9642 | Stellar Golden Hill’s website

4. Cameron Highlands Resort – rooms with private balconies

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Cameron Highlands is not known as a “little piece of England in Asia” without reason. 

Another English-style stay up here in the hilltops is Cameron Highlands Resort. This resort inhabits a 1930s cottage that has been expanded to feature a total of 56 rooms and suites, with each featuring a balcony that overlooks a lush golf course and surrounding greenery.

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There are four types of rooms here, priced from RM750/night. The standard Junior Suite is a studio room with a large four-poster bed and a lounge that’s perfect for couples, while the family-friendly Two-Bedroom Suite can accommodate four adults or parents with two kids. 

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A stay here includes complimentary daily breakfast for each guest at their elegant Dining Room, as well as a guided walk tour with the hotel’s resident Naturalist. For lunch and dinner, you can indulge in sandwiches and scones at the hotel’s famed Jim Thompson Tea Room, followed by a hotpot dinner at Gonbei and a nightcap at the Highlands Bar. 

They also offer a Signature Picnic Experience, where hotel guests will get to stroll through a tea plantation on a private tour to learn more about tea cultivation, and enjoy a 5-course picnic after. 

Price: From RM750/night
Address: By The Golf Course, Cameron Highlands Golf Course, Brinchang, 39000 Tanah Rata, Pahang
Contact: 05-491 1100 | Cameron Highlands Resort’s website

5. Century Pines Resort – rooms with bathtubs & mountain view

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If your dream getaway wraps up soaking up nature views with a trip to a spa to unwind, then Century Pines Resort will be your ideal accommodation. 

They have a total of 153 rooms decorated with locally-inspired furnishings and an in-house Solumis Spa with a wide variety of treatments on the menu, including full-body massages (from RM158), manicures (from RM28), and facials (from RM88). 

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Couples can take their romantic staycays to this resort, as the Duplex Suite is a spacious room with a super king-sized bed on the mezzanine floor, and a lounge and kitchenette on the ground floor. Likewise, their Superior Rooms feature king-sized beds with sliding doors that open up to a balcony overlooking greenery. 

All the rooms also come with a bathtub, if you’re looking to soak your stress away. 

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As for meals, all guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel’s The Pines Cafe. And if you’re not looking to skip your workout sessions while holidaying, there’s a Fitness Centre at the hotel that’s equipped with treadmills and cycling machines.

Price: From RM272 per night
Address: Jalan Masjid, Tanah Rata, 39000 Tanah Rata, Pahang
Contact: 05-491 5115 | Century Pines Resort’s website 

6. Cameron Lavender Mansion – new castle-like hotel

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You might’ve seen pictures of Cameron Lavender Mansion floating around online. This is because the hotel has a pretty unique exterior – it looks like a Disney castle, with pointed roofs and a white facade with purple outlines. 

Inside, you’ll find three types of chic European-style rooms priced from RM583/night. 

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Their Executive Suite (from RM1,607/night) is for those going all out on upcoming getaways. This room features two plush beds on the first and second floors, as well as an outdoor jacuzzi in the balcony. While pricier, it can accommodate four adults and two children.

A cosier room with a view for couples is the Standard Double (from RM693/night) which comes with a view of the mountains right from your bed. 

Price: RM583/night
Address: PT 3002, Jalan Golden Hills 8, Taman Golden Hills, 39000, Tanah Rata, Pahang
Contact: 010-377 4690 | Cameron Lavender Mansion’s website 

7. Terra Tree House – treetop houses with views of nature

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If waking up to unblocked views of nature sounds like the best way to start your morning, a stay at Terra Tree House is just what you need. This treetop sanctuary has 7 private tree houses that accommodate different group sizes – they are located just a 10-15 minute easy hike from the retreat’s lobby.

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They have two types of tree houses: Traditional Bamboo Tree Houses with shared bathrooms for a complete back-to-nature getaway, and Wooden Tree Houses with en-suite bathrooms for those who prioritise privacy.

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While bathrooms at rustic stays aren’t usually the highlight of the trip, this retreat has bathtubs that face the jungle so you can destress in nature. There’ll also be no need to worry about your meals, as a 3D2N stay here comes with dinner and breakfast on your first and last day, and three meals on your second day.

Price: From RM800/house for 2 guests | From RM360/pax for groups of 3 individuals and above
Address: Jalan Sungai Mansion, Brinchang, 39010, Cameron Highlands, Pahang
Contact: 012 661 3299 | Terra Tree House’s website

Spend a night in Cameron Highlands at these hotels

Whether you’re seeking a laidback family retreat or adventurous getaway with friends, Cameron Highlands has various hotels to accommodate groups of all sizes. You’ll get to wake up to the highland breeze too – a definite perk, in sunny Malaysia.

Cover image adapted from: Smokehouse Hotel Cameron Highlands via Facebook, Stellar GoldenHill Cameron, Cameron Highlands Resort, Cameron Lavender Mansion & Restaurant via Facebook