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The Petak Lumut, Containerstay with the Pool

Updated 2026-08-24 · 2,217 reviewed · 1,063 listed · Scored from 29 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(29) 62 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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The Petak Lumut, Containerstay with the Pool
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Family Homestay, Villa & Bungalow Homestay, Homestay With Private Pool
Reviews
29

What recent reviews say

Strong reviews from 2020-2021 praised the peaceful family setting and responsive host. Recent visits expose persistent neglect: filthy pool, musty rooms, mouldy sheets, and dusty air-cons. When guests complained, the host responded dismissively rather than fixing problems, making this a risky pick unless you can verify conditions in advance.

Recent shift: Quality has noticeably declined. Older reviews (2020-2021) were uniformly positive. Recent reviews (2023-2024) reveal serious maintenance lapses and host defensiveness. This suggests either a shift in management, staff turnover, or burnout.

Praised for
  • responsive and friendly host
  • peaceful village setting
  • good for large family groups
  • private pool
  • close to beaches and Pangkor Island access
Watch-outs
  • pool neglected: murky water, moss, leaves, cloudy
  • poor housekeeping: musty odour, mouldy bedding, dust
  • unclean air-con filters
  • mismatched amenities to description
  • host unresponsive or rude when problems raised
  • room leaks
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Best for: Large family groups booking the whole place, if maintenance has visibly improved.
Think twice if: Pool and room cleanliness are inconsistent; ask for dated photos of pool, bedding, and air-con filters before committing.

Strengths

  • private pool for families
  • peaceful village location near beach access
  • can accommodate large groups

Worth knowing

  • Pool conditions vary dramatically across visits (moss/leaves/cloudy water noted)
  • Air-con filters neglected; guests report dust and dirty filters
  • Mouldy sheets and musty odours reported
  • Host sometimes unresponsive or dismissive when maintenance issues raised
  • Amenities listed (towels, extra mattress) sometimes not provided or delivered

What reviews say by service

Family Homestay
Families praise the peaceful setting and space for groups, but recent stays reveal poor upkeep breaks that promise.
Villa & Bungalow Homestay
Pool and communal areas attract bookings but suffer from inconsistent maintenance and cleaning.
Homestay With Private Pool
Pool is a headline feature but reviews consistently cite algae, debris, cloudy water, and lack of cleaning.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.2 against a 4.58 average across the 96 villa & bungalow homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 83% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 56
Review volume 64
Review recency 90
Review sentiment 46
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Is the pool cleaned regularly?
Recent reviews report murky water, algae, leaves, and debris. Ask the host for photos of the pool taken within 48 hours of your dates and insist on a pre-arrival inspection.
Will sheets and towels be provided and clean?
One guest reported no towels and mouldy bedding; others did not mention this. Confirm in writing what is included and request photographic proof of cleanliness before arrival.
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Last updated 2026-08-24