Homestay in Gunong, Kelantan: ranked picks
Gunong sits within Kelantan's homestay belt, where family-run houses with pools, kitchens and space for big groups have become the default choice over hotels. The picks below are ranked using our methodology, which weighs Google rating, review volume, recency and sentiment together rather than star rating alone.
Most homestays here are large standalone houses built for extended family trips: think multiple air-conditioned rooms, a full kitchen, parking for several cars and, increasingly, a private or shared pool. A few sit close to Pantai Melawi and local Kelantan eateries, which matters if you want to walk to food rather than drive.
9 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'Gunong TinyHomestay with private pool | 65 | 4.8 (17) | — | Families wanting a pool |
| 2 | Homestay Damia | 65 | 4.9 (11) | — | Quiet, low-key stays |
| 3 | Laman Maslinda Homestay | 64 | 4.8 (19) | — | Beachfront group trips |
| 4 | Bayu Luxe Villa With Private Pool | 62 | 4.6 (5) | — | Large group events |
| 5 | My Mountain Homestay | 49 | 5 (3) | — | Scenic mountain views |
| 6 | Maiza Homestay & Private Pool Bachok Kelantan | 45 | 5 (3) | — | Private pool, small groups |
| 7 | The Lamecinto Homestay | 42 | 5 (1) | — | Trying a newer listing |
| 8 | Damai RY Homestay | 42 | 5 (1) | — | Budget-minded stays |
| 9 | AL_Aisy Homestay | 21 | — | — | beachfront homestay |
Ranked picks
D'Gunong TinyHomestay with private pool
score 65/100Two units share a pool at combined rates well under RM400, with a friendly owner, though one guest flagged patchy pre-arrival cleaning.
Homestay Damia
score 65/100Rated 4.9 from guests who liked the spacious layout and full kitchen next to a durian orchard, though review volume is still thin.
Laman Maslinda Homestay
score 64/100Spacious and close to Pantai Melawi with a responsive host, but a recent guest reported serious hygiene lapses on arrival.
Bayu Luxe Villa With Private Pool
score 62/100Five air-conditioned rooms and a private pool fit up to 15 guests comfortably, with praise for the clean, event-ready layout.
My Mountain Homestay
score 49/100All three reviews are five-star and mention great views, though there's too little data yet to judge consistency.
Maiza Homestay & Private Pool Bachok Kelantan
score 45/100Perfect star rating so far, but only three reviews mean sentiment here is still unproven.
The Lamecinto Homestay
score 42/100A single five-star review is all that's available so far, making this one worth checking closer before booking.
Damai RY Homestay
score 42/100Just one review on record, so there isn't enough evidence yet to say how it holds up.
AL_Aisy Homestay
score 21/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.