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1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (34 & 36)

Updated 2026-08-25 · 7,760 reviewed · 2,626 listed · Scored from 110 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(110) 76 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Family Homestay
1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (34 & 36)
Service
Family Homestay
Reviews
110

What recent reviews say

Guests consistently report pristine rooms, a responsive host, and easy access to Sunshine Square and nearby eateries. The shaded parking lot and water heaters with good pressure are practical draws for repeat visitors, though some note the absence of in-room cooking and minor gaps in furnishings.

Praised for
  • spotless, well-maintained rooms
  • responsive, helpful host
  • convenient location near shops and food
  • spacious, shaded parking
  • comfortable, peaceful stay
Watch-outs
  • no cooking facilities in units
  • limited tableware
  • no mirrors in some rooms
clean-comfortablespaciousresponsive-hostgood-locationwell-maintainedfamily-friendly
Best for: Solo travelers, backpackers, and families seeking clean, peaceful stays within walking distance of amenities.
Think twice if: You need in-room cooking facilities or expect comprehensive tableware and mirrors in every room.

Strengths

  • consistently clean, well-maintained rooms
  • fast-responding, friendly host
  • convenient location walking distance to shops and food
  • spacious, shaded parking

Worth knowing

  • Units 34 and 36 both feature spacious, shaded parking
  • Most bathrooms have water heaters and maintain good water pressure
  • Walking distance to Sunshine Square and eating areas
  • Host provides fast responses and is available when needed

What reviews say by service

Family Homestay
Families praise cleanliness, safe parking, and responsive host; some want cooking options and more furnishings.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.51 average across the 2039 family homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 97% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 72
Review volume 89
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Is there parking?
Yes, spacious shaded parking is available at both units.
Do rooms have water heaters?
Most bathrooms are equipped with water heaters and maintain good water pressure.

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Last updated 2026-08-25