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Batu Puteh Chalet Kg. Sahom

Updated 2026-08-24 · 2,217 reviewed · 1,063 listed · Scored from 102 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(102) 75 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Family HomestayVilla & Bungalow Homestay
Batu Puteh Chalet Kg. Sahom
Services
Family Homestay, Villa & Bungalow Homestay
Reviews
102

What recent reviews say

Most guests find Batu Puteh a relaxing riverside escape with clean water perfect for swimming and fishing. Families appreciate the spacious kitchen, pool, and calm setting for short breaks from city life; the owner and staff earn regular praise for their warmth and responsiveness.

Rooms are basic but comfortable and well-maintained. Notable drawbacks include non-locking toilet doors (mentioned in multiple reviews), occasional missing room fixtures, and food shops being 7-8km away. Guests intending to cook or bring supplies fare best.

Praised for
  • peaceful riverside setting with clean, calm water
  • spacious, clean rooms and common areas
  • family-friendly with pool and tubing options
  • friendly, helpful owner and staff
Watch-outs
  • toilet doors won't lock properly
  • inconsistent room amenities (missing clothes hangers)
  • stray dogs in parking area
  • eating options far away
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Best for: Families seeking a peaceful riverside break with a private pool and self-catering flexibility.
Think twice if: Toilet doors don't lock reliably and rooms lack TVs or fridges; bring your own food as nearby restaurants are 7-8km away.

Strengths

  • Calm, clean riverside location ideal for fishing and water activities
  • Spacious shared kitchen and common areas for self-catering groups
  • Owner known by name (Mr. Lan) for attentive personal care

Worth knowing

  • Owner (Mr. Lan) personally oversees guest care and provides additional room photos on request
  • Private pool available for guests
  • Spacious, fully equipped shared kitchen for group meal preparation
  • Tubing and fishing available on-site
  • Tap water described as fast and clean

What reviews say by service

Family Homestay
Families praise the river, pool, and kitchen for group bonding; toilet lock issues and stray dogs noted as inconveniences.
Villa & Bungalow Homestay
Spacious, peaceful setting with basic but clean and comfortable rooms suited for small group retreats.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.58 average across the 96 villa & bungalow 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 67
Review volume 87
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
75
4
13
3
5
2
3
1
6

Common questions

Is there a kitchen I can use?
Yes; the shared kitchen is spacious and fully equipped. Reviewers brought their own food since nearby restaurants are 7-8km away.
What water activities are available?
Swimming and fishing in the river (described as clean and calm), tubing, and a private pool on-site.
Do rooms have a TV or fridge?
Individual rooms don't have TV or fridge, but both are available in the common area.
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Last updated 2026-08-24