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HNZ Homestay Penang, Permatang Pauh

Updated 2026-08-25 · 7,760 reviewed · 2,626 listed · Scored from 166 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(166) 67 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Family HomestayFarm & Nature StayHomestay With Private Pool
HNZ Homestay Penang, Permatang Pauh
Services
Family Homestay, Farm & Nature Stay, Homestay With Private Pool
Reviews
166

What recent reviews say

Most guests praise the location near shopping centres, schools, and food stalls, plus the three pools and reasonable prices for families. But recent reviews flag cleanliness concerns-musty odours, an uncleaned pool, and poorly maintained amenities-which undercut what should be a solid neighbourhood choice.

Praised for
  • good location near amenities
  • affordable prices
  • pools and family-friendly
  • spacious rooms
  • responsive staff
Watch-outs
  • dirty pool and musty smell
  • poor maintenance (no heater, broken facilities)
  • staff behaviour issues
good-locationfamily-friendlyclean-comfortablespaciousgood-valuepoor-hygienebroken-amenities
Best for: Families on a budget seeking pools and proximity to educational institutions and shopping.
Think twice if: Cleanliness and maintenance have not been consistent; some guests report musty smells and an uncleaned pool.

Strengths

  • three pools on site
  • budget-friendly rates
  • close to UiTM, polytechnic, and community college
  • convenient to shops and food vendors

Worth knowing

  • Three pools on property
  • Air-con repair service available upon request
  • Parking on-site
  • Guests note need for BBQ set replacement and improved bathroom fixtures
  • No WiFi mentioned as a shortage by at least one guest

What reviews say by service

Family Homestay
Good for group celebrations and gathering; location ideal for families near schools, but cleanliness and maintenance standards need improvement.
Homestay With Private Pool
Three pools available but cleanliness concerns raised in recent reviews.
Farm & Nature Stay
Spacious grounds; limited specific evidence of farm or nature activities.

How it compares

  • Rated 4 against a 4.51 average across the 2039 family homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 98% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 38
Review volume 97
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 53
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
66
4
54
3
27
2
11
1
8

Common questions

How close is HNZ Homestay to UiTM?
It is next to UiTM Bukit Mertajam and also near Polytechnic Sungai Petani and Community College.
What shopping and food options are nearby?
Lotus, Mydin, and Aeon Big are within 5 km. Local food stalls include mixed rice, nasi kandar, nasi lemak, and viral eateries like Warung Adik Abg, CKT stall, Perda burger, and Astaka.
Is there parking on site?
Yes, parking is available in the hotel area.

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Last updated 2026-08-25