Tipping In Malaysia - A Complete Guide
Quick Guide
🍽️ Restaurant - 10% If No Service Charge
🍹 Bar - Can Round Up
🚕 Taxi - Not Expected (Taxi or Rickshaw)
🛺 Rickshaw - Not Expected (Taxi or Rickshaw)
🛎️ Porter/Bellhop - RM2-10/Bag
🛏️ Housekeeping - RM2-10/Day
📸 Tour Guide - Optional 10% - Expected If Private Tour
Tipping in Malaysia is completely at your discretion given most service workers don’t rely on tips to supplement their income. However, if you do tip, it is appreciated.
Calculate a culturally appropriate tip for Malaysia using the calculator below and read on for more detail on tipping in Restaurants, Bars, Taxis, Hotels etc.
Malaysia Tip Calculator
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Tipping in Restaurants
Malaysian restaurants often include a “service charge” in the final bill. This isn’t a tip but an additional charge that goes directly to the restaurant to help pay workers’ salaries.
If a service charge isn’t included and you’re satisfied with the service, you can tip an optional 10%. If you don’t tip, your server won’t be offended.
Tipping in Bars
It’s not part of Malaysian culture to tip bartenders. However, you can round up your bill as a friendly gesture.
Tipping Taxi & Rickshaw Drivers
Since Malaysian taxis and rickshaws won’t always have meters, it’s better to negotiate your taxi fare before you set off. Since you’ll likely settle on a round number, there’s no need to tip extra.
Tipping The Porter/Bellhop
If a porter assists you with your luggage, it’s customary to tip 2-10 Ringgits per bag (depending on the weight of your luggage and the distance to your room). Hand the tip directly to the porter.
Tipping Housekeeping
A daily tip of 2-10 Ringgits is a considerate way to show your appreciation for a well-maintained room. Leave the tip in an obvious spot with a thank-you note.
Tipping Tour Guides
If you’re part of a tour group, you can tip 10% of the total tour cost at the end of the tour but it’s completely optional. If you’re on a private tour, tip the 10% unless you’re really dissatisfied.
Which Currency To Use
The Malaysian Ringgit (MYR) is the official currency but major international currencies like US Dollars and Euros are accepted in touristy areas. Cash is preferred for tipping so have some Ringgit on hand but cards are widely accepted in larger establishments.
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