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Summary of reviewsGerard's "Backpackers" Roomstay No Children Adults Only garners overwhelmingly positive reviews across various categories, making it a top choice for travelers seeking a tranquil yet convenient stay in Tanah Rata. The location strikes an ideal balance between peaceful seclusion and easy access to the town's amenities. Set in a serene area surrounded by greenery, it offers a quiet escape just a short 10-minute walk from central Tanah Rata, allowing guests to enjoy shops, restaurants and the bus station without the noise and hustle of more central accommodations. Guests appreciate the beautiful, calming setting and the stunning views available from some rooms and common areas.
The rooms and facilities at Gerard's Roomstay stand out for their exceptional cleanliness, consistently described as immaculate. The atmosphere is both modern and cozy, making guests feel at home. Rooms vary in size but are uniformly praised for their comfort, clean bedding and well-maintained furnishings. The common areas are equally inviting, providing ample space for socializing and relaxing in a charming, English-style setting. Amenities such as a small kitchen for tea and coffee, terraces and garden views add to the overall appeal.
Guest reviews consistently highlight the friendly and helpful nature of the staff, particularly the host, Jay. Her extensive knowledge of the area and genuine concern for her guests' experiences contribute significantly to the welcoming and familial atmosphere. Jay's readiness to assist with information on local attractions, dining options and hiking trails ensures a personalized and informative stay.
While the Wi-Fi service receives positive feedback, particularly for its reliability in common areas, some guests note that the connectivity can be slower in individual rooms further from these areas. Despite this minor issue, the general consensus is that the internet works well where it matters most.
The comfort of the beds receives mixed reviews with many guests finding them clean and very comfortable. However, a few guests mention that some beds are hard or occasionally uncomfortable and some noted issues with damp or greasy bed linens. Individuals with back issues pointed out the lack of necessary mattress support. Nevertheless, the overall sentiment regarding the sleeping environment remains positive with cleanliness and spaciousness being recurrently praised.
Overall, Gerard's "Backpackers" Roomstay offers a charming, clean and comfortable retreat with exceptional service, making it an excellent choice for adults looking to explore the Cameron Highlands from a serene base. Show more
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Guest House for Adults Only
This roomstay is exclusively for adults, ensuring a quiet and undisturbed environment for backpackers and other adult travelers. The explicit 'no children' policy helps maintain a peaceful atmosphere.
Guest House Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
Room Types
Standard Twin Room with Shared BathroomThis twin room features a shared bathroom, a wardrobe and a tiled floor. The unit offers 2 beds.
Double Room with Shared BathroomThis double room features a shared bathroom, a wardrobe and a tiled floor. The unit offers 1 bed.
Deluxe Double Room with ShowerThe double room provides a seating area, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a bidet. The double room offers a tiled floor. The unit offers 1 bed.
Triple Room with Shared BathroomThis triple room features a shared bathroom, a wardrobe and garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Guest Reviews
9.0
Excellent
Location
The location of Gerard's "Backpackers" Roomstay strikes a perfect balance between tranquility and convenience. Nestled in a peaceful, quiet area surrounded by greenery, it offers a serene escape from the bustling city life. Guests appreciate that it is just a short walk, typically around 10 minutes, from the center of Tanah Rata, making it easy to access shops, restaurants and the town's main street without the noise that comes with central city accommodation. The setting is beautiful and calming, providing stunning views from some of the rooms and common areas.
Though the accommodation is slightly on the outskirts of town, this slight seclusion is welcomed by guests looking for a relaxing stay. Multiple reviews highlight the lack of disturbance and mention the ease with which one can reach the village's dining and shopping opportunities, typically within a 10-minute walk. This short walk to the bus station and various amenities makes it ideally positioned for those looking to explore the Cameron Highlands.
Moreover, the hotel maintains high cleanliness standards and offers spacious, comfortable rooms in a picturesque location. The combination of a quiet, peaceful environment with the convenience of being just minutes away from Tanah Rata's attractions makes it a top choice for travelers seeking a harmonious blend of comfort and accessibility.
Rooms
At Gerard's "Backpackers" Roomstay No Children Adults Only, guests consistently praised the accommodations for being clean and comfortable. The rooms and bathrooms are noted for their immaculate condition with the cleanliness of the shared facilities also receiving high marks. Cleaning standards were often highlighted as being exceptional.
The rooms themselves range in size with some being described as super spacious and some a bit small. Despite the size variations, all rooms are comfortable, well-furnished and cozy. The bedding is clean and many guests mentioned the comfort of the double beds. Many reviews specifically pointed out the cozy and tidy atmosphere, making it a pleasant place to stay.
The functionality of the room furnishings was also appreciated, especially for backpacking trips. These rooms include amenities such as a small kitchen for making tea and coffee and some even come with lovely terraces or garden views. The modern, newly renovated bathrooms in particular received praise.
Common areas mirror the positive attributes of the private rooms, being clean, spacious and pleasant for socializing or relaxing. The location itself is charming, echoing an English style that adds to the cosy ambiance. Overall, Gerard’s Roomstay stands out for offering a combination of cleanliness, comfort and good value for money.
Beds
Gerard's "Backpackers" Roomstay, exclusively catering to adults, receives a mix of reviews regarding the comfort of its beds. Many guests have found the beds to be very comfortable, highlighting clean and cosy bedding as a significant plus. Descriptions such as comfortable, comfy and clean paint a picture of a well-maintained sleeping environment that many enjoyed.
However, some guests noted that certain beds were hard and even uncomfortable with a few mentioning that the beds or bed linens were occasionally damp or greasy. Individuals with lower back issues pointed out that the mattresses might lack the necessary support. Despite these discrepancies, the general sentiment remains positive with the clean and spacious ambiance of the roomstay being a recurrent theme in the feedback.
Cleanliness
The accommodation at Gerard's "Backpackers" Roomstay No Children Adults Only receives high praise for its exceptional cleanliness. Guests consistently describe the rooms and facilities as immaculate with terms like "super clean", "sparkling clean" and "very clean" frequently used. Both the private rooms and shared spaces, including bathrooms, are well-maintained and tidy. The modern and cozy atmosphere contributes to a comfortable stay with several reviewers noting that the place feels like home. In addition to cleanliness, the accommodation is noted for being comfy, quiet and well-furnished with pleasant common areas contributing to the overall positive experience. The staff is often highlighted for their friendliness and helpfulness, further enhancing the homely vibe. Despite its somewhat remote location, far from the lively Tanah Rata city, the serene, off-road setting amidst lush, green scenery offers a peaceful retreat. A minor point of note is the occasional mention of a distinct smell in some rooms, but this does not appear to detract significantly from the overwhelmingly positive feedback regarding cleanliness and comfort.
Staff
Gerard's "Backpackers" Roomstay No Children Adults Only is widely celebrated for its exceptional staff, particularly the host, Jay. Guests consistently describe the staff as friendly, warm-hearted and incredibly helpful. Jay, in particular, stands out for her dedication, extensive knowledge and genuine concern for her guests' experiences. She is noted for providing useful information about hiking trails, local attractions and dining options. Her welcoming nature, combined with her readiness to assist, makes guests feel right at home. The familial atmosphere created by Jay and her team ensures a welcoming and informative stay with guests consistently receiving attentive and personalized service.
Wi-Fi
Gerard's "Backpackers" Roomstay primarily boasts positive feedback regarding its Wi-Fi service with many guests reporting the internet works very well, as well as noting strong and perfect connectivity in common areas like the lobby or living room. Guests have described the Wi-Fi as good and reliable in these shared spaces, ensuring that those who need to stay connected can do so without much hassle. However, the Wi-Fi's reliability seems to diminish in some of the individual rooms, particularly those located further from the common areas, where guests have experienced slower speeds and occasional intermittent connectivity. Despite this variability, the overall consensus suggests that the common areas provide a dependable internet experience.
No, Gerard's "Backpackers" Roomstay No Children Adults only doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Gerard's "Backpackers" Roomstay No Children Adults only.
No, Gerard's "Backpackers" Roomstay No Children Adults only doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Gerard's "Backpackers" Roomstay No Children Adults only.
No, Gerard's "Backpackers" Roomstay No Children Adults only doesn't have a gym.