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Vacation Home / Holiday Rental in Kelantan

Compare 137 Kelantan vacation homes and holiday rentals, what to check before booking, and how our scoring ranks the best options.

A vacation home or holiday rental in Kelantan is a private house, villa, or apartment booked out for short stays, usually a few nights to a couple of weeks, instead of a hotel room. This category covers 137 such listings across the state, from beachfront houses near Bachok and Pantai Cahaya Bulan to kampung-style homes in Kota Bharu and family villas closer to Rantau Panjang and the Thai border towns. Most come with a full kitchen, multiple bedrooms, and parking, which makes them a common pick for family gatherings, kenduri, and group trips where a hotel room count gets expensive fast.

Before booking, check who actually manages the property (owner, agent, or platform reseller), what's included in the price (utilities, extra guest fees, cleaning charges), the cancellation and deposit terms, and whether photos match recent reviews rather than an old listing. Proximity to the beach, night market, or mosque matters more here than in a hotel, since you're often self-catering and driving yourself around.

Our ranking pulls together review consistency, responsiveness, pricing clarity, and amenity accuracy so you can compare listings on more than star count alone. See the full breakdown in the ranked guide to Kelantan's best vacation rentals, and read how we score listings on the methodology page.

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All vacation home / holiday rental in Kelantan, ranked by score and relevance

We found 139 businesses offering vacation home / holiday rental in Kelantan; 9 met the criteria for the scored directory. The order weighs each business's overall score by how much of its reviewed work is vacation home / holiday rental, so a lower-scored specialist can rank above a higher-scored generalist.

Calia Homestay
#1
81

Calia Homestay

4.9(84)✓ Google-verified

Guests consistently describe a clean, comfortable property with a large, well-maintained pool that keeps families entertained. The owner responds quickly to requests and provides generous towels, air-conditioned rooms, and full kitchen equipment, making it strong value for groups booking multiple nights. Reviewers emphasize the spaciousness and completeness of furnishings across all units. No structural complaints appear in recent feedback. Families with young children note the pool's child floats and safe layout. Multiple guests return or plan to return, citing the combination of facilities, cleanliness, and the host's accommodating nature.

Private Pool Villa HomestayFamily & Large Group HomestayHomestay
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Rainbow Chalet D'Melawi
#3
64 low data

Rainbow Chalet D'Melawi

4.8(19)✓ Google-verified

Reviewers consistently praise the beachfront setting near Melawi Beach, clean spacious rooms, and full cooking and BBQ facilities. Stone tables and outdoor seating let guests enjoy the beach breeze. One guest noted the unfenced grounds could be improved, but repeat visitors return for the quiet, family-friendly atmosphere and short walk to sand.

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Villa Bisikan Bayu
#4
69

Villa Bisikan Bayu

4.2(196)✓ Google-verified

The beachfront setting and family-focused amenities draw repeat visitors who praise the pool, proximity to shops and fishing spots, and attentive service during low-demand periods. Peak times expose operational friction: air conditioning failures met with delays, thin walls transmitting noise, and overbooking with no alternate rooms or fan backup, leaving guests frustrated.

Private Pool Villa HomestayBeachfront & Island HomestayFamily & Large Group Homestay
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Yadin Cottage with Private Pool
#5
69

Yadin Cottage with Private Pool

5.0(8)✓ Google-verified

All eight reviews award five stars. Guests consistently praise the cleanliness, spacious rooms, and working pool as ideal for family staycations. The owner's friendliness and attentive service appear across multiple reviews, with several guests stating they plan to return.

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Z & Z Home
#6
63 low data

Z & Z Home

4.6(7)✓ Google-verified

Z & Z Home delivers comfort and amenities in a rural setting. Pool, free WiFi, hot water, and Netflix access draw families and groups seeking relaxation by rice paddies at rates around RM 150 per night. Guests praise the views and air quality.

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TENANG BEACH RESORT
#7
58 low data

TENANG BEACH RESORT

4.4(13)✓ Google-verified

Tenang Beach Resort sits on a quiet stretch of Bachok beach where guests can watch sunsets and unwind. The owner is hospitable, rooms are clean with air conditioning, and reviewers prize the seaside calm, though some note the bathroom could use updating and parking costs RM3 extra.

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Homestay Budget Kampung Bunut Payong
#9
42 low data

Homestay Budget Kampung Bunut Payong

5.0(1)✓ Google-verified

Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.

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Common questions about vacation home / holiday rental

How much does a vacation home rental cost in Kelantan?
Simple kampung-style homes or small units often run in the lower range per night, while larger beachfront villas with multiple bedrooms cost more, especially during school holidays and festive periods like Hari Raya when demand and prices both climb. Always confirm whether the quoted rate is per night, per unit, or per person, and whether cleaning or extra-guest fees are added on top.
How far ahead should I book?
For weekends and normal periods, a week or two ahead is usually enough. For school holidays, Hari Raya, or long weekends, popular houses near the beach or in Kota Bharu can fill up a month or more in advance, so book early if the date is fixed.
What should I expect on arrival?
Expect a check-in process coordinated by phone or WhatsApp with the owner or caretaker rather than a front desk, a walkthrough of the house and appliances, and a deposit or key handover. Basic cooking equipment, bedding, and Wi-Fi are common, but air-conditioning coverage, hot water, and towel provision vary a lot between listings, so it's worth asking beforehand if these matter to your group.
How can I judge the quality of a listing before booking?
Look past the headline photos at recent, dated reviews mentioning cleanliness, whether the place matched its description, and how the host handled problems. Consistent recent feedback is a better signal than a high average built on old reviews, which is part of why our scoring weights recency and responsiveness alongside the overall rating.

Last updated 2026-08-27