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HuttonSTAY

Updated 2026-08-25 · 7,760 reviewed · 2,626 listed · Scored from 8 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(8) 64 low data composite score See reviews on Google
Family Homestay
HuttonSTAY
Service
Family Homestay
Reviews
8

What recent reviews say

Solo travellers and short-stay guests find clean, comfortable rooms with responsive hosting. Check-in is straightforward, though signage is missing and some rooms require using a shared toilet outside.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • clean rooms
  • responsive owner
  • comfortable bed
  • good value
  • easy check-in
Watch-outs
  • hard to find without signage
  • some rooms lack private toilet
clean-comfortableresponsive-hostgood-valueeasy-checkin
Best for: solo travellers and short-stay guests comfortable walking upstairs
Think twice if: location lacks street signage and some rooms have shared toilet access outside the room

Strengths

  • consistent cleanliness
  • responsive owner
  • affordable rates
  • laundry and dryer access

Worth knowing

  • owner provides WhatsApp check-in instructions before arrival
  • air purifier in rooms
  • water heater and strong water pressure in bathrooms
  • free laundry area with dryer
  • hair dryer and simple cabinet in rooms

What reviews say by service

Family Homestay
clean rooms and responsive communication suit short-stay solo travellers well; some rooms lack private toilet

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.51 average across the 2039 family homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 60% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 72
Review volume 41
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 60
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Is check-in easy?
Yes. The owner sends WhatsApp instructions before you arrive, keeping it straightforward.
Does every room have a private toilet?
No. One reviewer noted their room had a shower inside but toilet outside; confirm room type when booking.
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Last updated 2026-08-25