ok, this is an old post, but here's an extra point for anyone who's interested...
Some parts of Malaysia are certainly more expensive than Indonesia or Thailand, but others can be amazingly cheap. I needed somewhere to stay and work, using the internet, for a few weeks, and Penang was great. Basic single rooms for around RM18-20 (around US$6) per night, including free wifi, which I used about 12-14 hours a day. Good deal.
Chriswaterguy
Malaysia
ok, this is an old post, but here's an extra point for anyone who's interested...
Some parts of Malaysia are certainly more expensive than Indonesia or Thailand, but others can be amazingly cheap. I needed somewhere to stay and work, using the internet, for a few weeks, and Penang was great. Basic single rooms for around RM18-20 (around US$6) per night, including free wifi, which I used about 12-14 hours a day. Good deal.