Kuala Kangsar accommodation from NZ$57

The Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat is located 30 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Kangsar. Or, alternatively, the Sun Inns Hotel Sunway City Ipoh can be found 25 kilometres away. Two more hotels include the Best Western Premier The Haven Ipoh and the Sentosa Villa.

Don't skedaddle without checking out what's on offer in the rest of the region. Perak is blessed with rural landscapes, beaches and coastal plains, as well as commonly visited Perak destinations like the traditional villages, temples and craft workshops. Or join the locals in the hiking while you are here.

It is well known that we Kiwis just love to have a good time, so consider extending your stay and check out the Kek Lok Tong, Sam Poh Tong Temple and Royal Perak Golf Club, which you'll find in Ipoh, 35 kilometres to the southeast of Kuala Kangsar. The White House iHome Ipoh and Hillcity Hotel & Condo are some of the great short and long-stay alternatives in Ipoh. Or, you could stay in Pangkor Island, 75 kilometres to the southwest of Kuala Kangsar, where you'll find the Pangkor Laut Resort and Best Stay Hotel Pangkor Island. While in Pangkor Island, set aside a little time to check out the Moon Beach, Lumut Jetty and Teluk Batik Beach.

Sultan Azlan Shah Airport is your best gateway to Kuala Kangsar. Nearby hotels include the Hotel Heritage Ipoh and the Fair Park Hotel.