Best guest houses in Kelantan

★★★★★4.9 (206 reviews)score 86/100

Auranad tops the list on the strength of a near-perfect 4.9 rating across 206 reviews, the largest review base of any property here. Guests repeatedly call out spotless rooms, strong water pressure, and an owner who replies fast, all near Tanah Merah's main road and shops.

• Consistently clean rooms and bathrooms
• Fast WiFi and Netflix included
• Dedicated parking per room
• Responsive owner, easy to reach

Services: family group homestay, beachfront homestay, guest house type, homestay

★★★★★5 (23 reviews)score 77/100

Troika earns a perfect 5-star average across 23 reviews and a central Kota Bharu location that puts shops and food within easy reach. Families in particular flag the pool and the views as standouts, backed by a host who keeps standards consistently high.

• Spacious, clean rooms with views
• Central location near shops and food
• Responsive, high-standard host
• Pool and family-friendly setup

Watch out: One review mentioned an elevator maintenance issue.

Services: vacation rental type, beachfront homestay, guest house type, homestay

★★★★★5 (16 reviews)score 77/100

Dnekmi combines a high-confidence score with a clean sweep of 5-star reviews, all pointing to a bright, spacious house with its own pool and BBQ area. Reviewers mention hosting celebrations and week-long stays without any hiccups, with the beach a ten-minute walk away.

• Private pool and BBQ on-site
• Spacious grounds with easy parking
• Beach and town both walkable
• Fully equipped kitchen for longer stays

Services: beachfront homestay, guest house type, homestay, family group homestay

★★★★★4.8 (56 reviews)score 76/100

Kak Soh's homestay draws on genuine hospitality, guests describe fresh fruit and basic supplies provided freely, plus a warm, responsive host who keeps people coming back. It works well for families wanting a full-house village experience near Lata Kashmir on a budget.

• Host supplies fresh fruit and staples
• Full house rental suits groups
• Authentic village setting near nature
• Clean, comfortable, good value

Watch out: One guest noted the hillside house can trap heat in warm weather; the review base is on the smaller side, so confirm current details directly.

Services: vacation rental type, homestay, beachfront homestay, farmstay paddy

★★★★★4.9 (31 reviews)score 76/100

Aileen Homestay pairs a 4.9 rating across 31 reviews with a location near Kok Lanas market, shops, and food stalls that reviewers call genuinely convenient. Guests highlight fair pricing, quick owner responses, and enough kitchen and parking setup for both work trips and family holidays.

• Clean and tidy throughout
• Responsive, easy-to-work-with owner
• Close to market, shops and food
• Fair, good-value pricing

Services: beachfront homestay, guest house type, homestay, budget homestay

★★★★★5 (12 reviews)score 75/100

Every review on record for this Kok Lanas property is five stars, a small but perfect sample over a full year. Guests point to a clean, comfortable house, a strategic spot near Ayesha mosque and Kok Lanas community college, and a host who is genuinely approachable.

• All reviews are five stars
• Clean, spacious, comfortable
• Friendly, helpful host
• Strategic location near food and college

Watch out: Review count is still modest, so it's worth a quick message to confirm availability and specifics.

Services: beachfront homestay, guest house type, homestay, budget homestay

★★★★★4.8 (66 reviews)score 75/100

Homestay Qaseh has built up 66 reviews at a 4.8 average, one of the larger track records on this list, with guests consistently praising the spacious three-bedroom, three-bathroom layout and fully equipped kitchen. Host Mr Fahimy's flexibility and hospitality come up again and again.

• Three bedrooms, three bathrooms
• Full kitchen and utilities included
• Attentive, flexible host
• Family-friendly, feels like home

Watch out: A few guests noted the TV room runs warm without AC and the outdoor area could use tidying.

Services: beachfront homestay, guest house type, homestay

★★★★★4.9 (11 reviews)score 71/100

Guests consistently praise the spacious layout, cleanliness, and friendly owner service.

• spacious rooms for families and groups
• clean and well-maintained
• friendly and responsive owner
• strategic location near beaches and town centre

Watch out: limited air-conditioning in some rooms

Services: guest house type, homestay, family group homestay, pool villa homestay

★★★★★4.5 (32 reviews)score 73/100

Ruhani Homestay 1 & 2 is built for bigger groups, guests describe spacious, clean interiors that comfortably fit multiple families at once, with all rooms air-conditioned. The owner's responsiveness and the walk to nearby food stalls and the city centre keep guests returning.

• Accommodates multiple families at once
• Air conditioning in every room
• Responsive, helpful owner
• Complete kitchen and amenities

Watch out: A few reviewers mentioned limited parking for several cars and air-conditioning that can be slow to cool.

Services: beachfront homestay, guest house type, homestay

★★★★★4.7 (78 reviews)score 73/100

Aimuni Homestay has the second-highest review count on this list at 78, with guests consistently calling the rooms clean and the rates affordable. Being roughly 50 metres from Che Yeh Wakaf makes it a practical pick for visitors centred on that area.

• 50 metres from Che Yeh Wakaf
• Affordable nightly rates
• Clean, neat, comfortable rooms
• Parking included

Watch out: One reviewer suggested the common living area could use air-conditioning.

Services: beachfront homestay, guest house type, homestay

★★★★★4.6 (52 reviews)score 71/100

Harvest Haven sits in a quiet rice-field setting with four air-conditioned rooms, a pool, and a BBQ area that most guests say keeps them planning return trips. It's a high-confidence pick built on 52 reviews averaging 4.6.

• Peaceful rice-field location
• Four rooms, all air-conditioned
• Private pool and BBQ setup
• Spacious, good for family gatherings

Watch out: Some guests reported broken fixtures (washing machine, fans, BBQ equipment) with slow repairs, and a few felt the owner brushed off complaints.

Services: farmstay paddy, pool villa homestay, beachfront homestay, vacation rental type

★★★★★5 (12 reviews)score 71/100

The Nook Housestay has a clean run of five-star reviews describing it as feeling more like staying with relatives than renting a commercial property. Two kitchens, a big yard, and a flexible, responsive owner make it well suited to family and group stays in a quiet village setting.

• Two kitchens and a big yard
• Complete furnishings and cooking gear
• Flexible, responsive owner
• Quiet, private village location

Watch out: Review volume is still small, so it's worth confirming details ahead of booking.

Services: family group homestay, beachfront homestay, guest house type, homestay

★★★★★5 (10 reviews)score 71/100

Homestay Aina holds a perfect 5-star average across 10 reviews, with guests calling out full air conditioning throughout, three bathrooms, and parking for four to five cars. The owner's responsiveness comes up in nearly every review.

• Air conditioning in all rooms and common areas
• Three bathrooms, spacious layout
• Parking for four to five cars
• Responsive, easy-to-reach owner

Watch out: A small review base, so treat the five-star run as an early but consistent signal.

Services: beachfront homestay, guest house type, homestay

★★★★★4.7 (19 reviews)score 71/100

This Pengkalan Chepa property draws praise for individual toilets in each room, a fully stocked kitchen, and an owner guests describe as warm and quick to respond. Despite sitting close to town and the airport, reviewers say it still feels peaceful.

• Private toilet in every room
• Well-equipped, fully stocked kitchen
• Multiple large units for groups
• Warm, highly responsive owner

Watch out: A few visitors mentioned a noisy air-conditioner, aging toilets, and occasional water supply issues.

Services: homestay, beachfront homestay, guest house type, budget homestay

★★★★★4.8 (18 reviews)score 68/100

Rumah Raja Dewa sits close to KB Mall and local restaurants, with guests praising the spacious layout, large yard, and host Puan Muni's quick responses. It suits families and groups who want a central base for shopping and dining in Kota Bharu.

• Spacious rooms and large yard
• Fast-responding host, Puan Muni
• Central, near KB Mall and restaurants
• Good for families and groups

Watch out: Some guests flagged strict verification rules and a RM200 deposit requirement.

Services: guest house type, homestay