Homestay in Bayan Baru: ranked picks
Bayan Baru sits close to Bayan Lepas airport, Sunshine Square, and the free industrial zone, which makes it a popular base for both holidaymakers and work trips. The homestays below are drawn from real guest reviews and ranked using our methodology, weighing rating, review volume, recency, and sentiment together rather than star rating alone.
Most listings here are terrace or apartment units aimed at families and small groups, with several guests calling out shaded parking, walking access to food and shops, and proximity to Bayan Lepas airport and the Friday night market.
16 businesses, scored on rating, review volume, recency, sentiment and listing completeness. How we score › · View on map ›
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (34 & 36) | 76 | 4.6 (110) | — | Shaded parking, walkable dining |
| 2 | 1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (23) | 72 | 4.5 (31) | — | Families, easy parking |
| 3 | 1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (37) | 65 | 4.1 (23) | — | Budget stays |
| 4 | Teratak Mak Wan Homestay | 62 | 5 (3) | — | Airport layovers, night market access |
| 5 | Aman Muslim Homestay Teres (RM280) | 55 | 4.4 (20) | — | Large groups, families |
| 6 | Prima homestay teres | 52 | 5 (1) | — | Unrated newcomer |
| 7 | Amanview Homestay in Penang | 49 | 5 (5) | — | Budget-conscious travellers |
| 8 | Setia spice 1906 penang homestay | 47 | 4.2 (5) | — | Short GrabCar-friendly stays |
| 9 | Homestay / Unit Trust Consultant | 46 | 4.4 (5) | — | family homestay |
| 10 | Dynaz Homestay Bayan Baru | 44 | 4.5 (2) | — | family homestay |
| 11 | 1ST ISLAND Homestay (2) Bayan Baru near PISA / SPICE/Air port / Queenbay | 44 | 3.8 (12) | — | family homestay |
| 12 | 1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (32) | 19 | — | — | family homestay |
| 13 | Penang Smart Prop 槟城精明楼主 | 19 | — | — | family homestay |
| 14 | Penang top homestay | 19 | — | — | family homestay |
| 15 | Palmtree Homestay | 19 | — | — | family homestay |
| 16 | homestay | 16 | — | — | family homestay |
Ranked picks
1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (34 & 36)
score 76/100Top-scored pick with 4.6 from 110 reviews, praised for spotless rooms and a fast-responding host, though units lack cooking facilities.
1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (23)
score 72/1004.5 from 31 reviews with spotless bathrooms and accommodating owners, though booking enquiries can be slow to answer.
1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (37)
score 65/1004.1 from 23 reviews for good value and a quick host, but thin sound insulation and occasional plumbing issues crop up.
Teratak Mak Wan Homestay
score 62/100Perfect 5.0 from 3 reviews, guests like the homey feel and walk to the Friday night market, though the sample is small.
Aman Muslim Homestay Teres (RM280)
score 55/1004.4 from 20 reviews for a spacious, clean teres house with repeat visitors, despite limited recent detail.
Prima homestay teres
score 52/100Just 1 review so far, so there is not yet enough data for a reliable read on this one.
Amanview Homestay in Penang
score 49/1005.0 from 5 reviews spanning nine years, with guests praising clean, well-equipped rooms and a welcoming owner.
Setia spice 1906 penang homestay
score 47/1004.2 from 5 reviews, guests note a clean setup, easy parking, and simple GrabCar access for quick trips.
Homestay / Unit Trust Consultant
score 46/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Dynaz Homestay Bayan Baru
score 44/100One guest stayed 12 days and felt welcome and happy.
1ST ISLAND Homestay (2) Bayan Baru near PISA / SPICE/Air port / Queenbay
score 44/100Space and cleanliness are consistent strengths, though limited review detail and older feedback mean current conditions are unclear.
1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (32)
score 19/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Penang Smart Prop 槟城精明楼主
score 19/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Penang top homestay
score 19/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Palmtree Homestay
score 19/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
homestay
score 16/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.