Homestays in Permatang Pauh: ranked picks
Permatang Pauh sits in Penang's mainland rice belt, and its homestays lean into that: paddy-field views, gated kampung houses, and villas with private pools sit alongside budget spots near UiTM and the local malls. We ranked the options below using our methodology, which weighs review ratings, volume, recency, and sentiment rather than star rating alone.
Most stays here suit family groups or small gatherings rather than solo travellers, with houses built for 3 to 15 guests, full kitchens, and parking on site. A few properties sit right against paddy fields and draw guests for the sunset photo spots, while others compete on pools and proximity to Sunway Carnival, Mydin, and the UiTM/polytechnic area.
12 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 | D’ Sawah Homestay (Permatang Pauh) | 84 | 5 (70) | — | Large family groups |
| 2 | Homestay Studio Amani Permatang Pauh | 84 | 4.9 (121) | — | Small families, 3-5 pax |
| 3 | Homestay Pak Abu | 77 | 4.9 (31) | — | Work trips and quiet stays |
| 4 | HNZ Homestay Penang, Permatang Pauh | 67 | 4 (166) | — | Budget stays near UiTM |
| 5 | Paddy Villea Inn | 67 | 4.4 (31) | — | Paddy-field views and photos |
| 6 | Rumah Mak Tok @ Villa 969 | 67 | 5 (5) | — | Private pool getaways |
| 7 | Homestay & Chalet Kasih Bonda | 64 | 4.2 (65) | — | Rice-field stays near shops |
| 8 | Tok Ani Homestay | 58 | 3.7 (96) | — | Dual pools for kids |
| 9 | Cottage Homestay | 45 | 2.7 (7) | — | swimming pool homestay |
| 10 | Homestay cik pinat | 40 | 5 (1) | — | farm nature homestay |
| 11 | ZW Homestay | 19 | — | — | farm nature homestay |
| 12 | Sweet Homestay | 16 | — | — | farm nature homestay |
Ranked picks
D’ Sawah Homestay (Permatang Pauh)
score 84/100Sleeps 10-15 across multiple bedrooms with a kids' play area, and tops the area with a 5.0 rating from 70 reviews.
Homestay Studio Amani Permatang Pauh
score 84/100A well-kept, fully equipped studio with laundry and a gated setting, backed by 4.9 from 121 reviews.
Homestay Pak Abu
score 77/100Guests call it spotless and fairly priced with an easy-to-reach owner, holding 4.9 from 31 reviews.
HNZ Homestay Penang, Permatang Pauh
score 67/100Three pools and a handy spot near shops and campuses, though recent reviews flag a dirty pool and musty rooms.
Paddy Villea Inn
score 67/100Clean, affordable cottages with scenic rice-field views, though some stays were disrupted by outside events booked alongside guests.
Rumah Mak Tok @ Villa 969
score 67/100All five reviews are perfect scores, praising the private pool and garden setting, though the review count is still small.
Homestay & Chalet Kasih Bonda
score 64/100A friendly host and scenic grounds close to Mydin, offset by inconsistent pool upkeep and check-in timing.
Tok Ani Homestay
score 58/100Family-friendly with separate adult and kids' pools near paddy fields, though cleanliness and kitchen gear remain uneven despite 2024 upgrades.
Cottage Homestay
score 45/100Two guests praised the owner's friendliness and outdoor activities like fishing and vegetable picking.
Homestay cik pinat
score 40/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
ZW Homestay
score 19/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Sweet Homestay
score 16/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.