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By The Sea Batu Ferringhi Penang

Updated 2026-08-25 · 7,760 reviewed · 2,626 listed · Scored from 752 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(752) 73 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Family HomestayApartment & Condo HomestayHomestay With Private Pool
By The Sea Batu Ferringhi Penang
Services
Family Homestay, Apartment & Condo Homestay, Homestay With Private Pool
Reviews
752

What recent reviews say

Most guests praise the beachfront location, spacious rooms, and clean facilities, especially the pool and sea views from balconies. Management responds quickly to issues. However, some units arrive missing basics like towels and blankets, kitchen equipment varies by room, and pool supervision can feel intrusive to families seeking a relaxed vibe.

Praised for
  • sea and mountain views from balconies
  • spacious, clean, well-maintained apartments
  • excellent pool and beachfront location
  • responsive management and quick problem-solving
  • well-equipped kitchens for self-catering
  • walking distance to shops, cafes, and dining
Watch-outs
  • missing basics like pool towels and quilts
  • incomplete kitchen amenities (no toaster, removed cooktop)
  • overly strict pool supervision atmosphere
  • location less convenient without a car
  • some units lack promised sea views
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Best for: Families wanting beachfront location with pool and sea views; couples seeking a calm seaside escape.
Think twice if: Each unit is individually owned; amenities like kitchen equipment and towels can vary significantly room to room.

Strengths

  • private balcony views of sea and mountains
  • large shared pool steps from the beach
  • individually owned units with varied kitchens
  • bus stop outside for easy city and airport access

Worth knowing

  • Management resolves issues quickly
  • some units have full kitchens; others have only kettle and microwave
  • pool towels often missing from rooms
  • pool supervisor is strict about moving guest belongings
  • second bedrooms may lack quilts
  • sea view claims inconsistent (some rooms have partial views only)

What reviews say by service

Family Homestay
Praised for beachfront location and pool suitable for families; some guests felt pool atmosphere unwelcoming due to strict supervision.
Apartment & Condo Homestay
Spacious, clean units with good views, but individually owned units vary in kitchen equipment and amenities provided.
Homestay With Private Pool
Large, well-maintained pool close to beach; excellent facility but supervision style not universally appreciated.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.51 average across the 2039 family homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 100% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 67
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 63
Profile completeness 25
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

5
492
4
181
3
40
2
10
1
29

Common questions

Is there parking and transport nearby?
No personal parking mentioned. A bus stop sits right outside for cheap access to Georgetown, the airport, and Escape theme park.
What comes in the kitchen?
Kitchens are individually owned and vary widely. Some have full equipment for self-catering; others have only a kettle and microwave. Check before booking if cooking is important.
Are pool towels provided?
Multiple guests report pool towels are not included. You will likely need to bring your own or purchase them.

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Last updated 2026-08-25