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Abah Mama Homestay

Updated 2026-08-27 · 4,558 reviewed · 6,776 listed · Scored from 22 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(22) 72 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Abah Mama Homestay
Services
Beachfront & Island Homestay, Homestay, Farmstay & Paddy Field Homestay
Reviews
22

What recent reviews say

Guests consistently praise the house for being spotless, well-decorated, and spacious with practical layouts ideal for families. The central kitchen serves as a gathering hub, and the owner's swift, caring response to issues sets the stay apart. Most find the price reasonable for what they get, though the rural village setting brings occasional wildlife visitors.

Praised for
  • clean and well-maintained
  • spacious and comfortable
  • family-friendly design
  • responsive and kind host
  • good value for money
Watch-outs
  • mosquitoes in the area
  • monkeys visit during evenings
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Best for: Families and friend groups needing a comfortable, safe gathering space near Tanah Merah.
Think twice if: Rural setting means mosquitoes and occasional monkeys in the evenings; 30-40 minutes from Kota Bharu.

Strengths

  • Clean, well-decorated interiors
  • Central kitchen layout for family gathering
  • Responsive, caring owner
  • Reasonable pricing for group stays

Worth knowing

  • Central kitchen designed for family/group cooking and socialising
  • Back area can be closed for privacy
  • Three bedrooms with washing machine and fridge
  • Broken lamp issue resolved quickly by owner
  • Water filter provided
  • Emergency food supplies (Maggi, mineral water) prepared for guests
  • Located next to owner's house with security presence

What reviews say by service

Family & Large Group Homestay
Central kitchen, spacious layout, and fenced yard praised for group and family gatherings.
Beachfront & Island Homestay
Rural Tanah Merah location; reviews describe village atmosphere rather than beach proximity.
Budget & Backpacker Homestay
Multiple reviews cite affordable pricing and value for money.
Farmstay & Paddy Field Homestay
Village setting with sugarcane trees and rural atmosphere noted; not a primary feature.
Homestay
Complete amenities, clean interiors, and comfortable setting suitable for short or extended stays.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.53 average across the 5220 beachfront & island homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 83% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 83
Review volume 59
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

What's included in the house?
Three bedrooms, central kitchen, washing machine, fridge, TV, water filter, and a large yard. Owner provides emergency supplies like Maggi and mineral water.
How far is it from Kota Bharu?
About 30-40 minutes. Tanah Merah is quieter but has good access to facilities like mosques, marts, pharmacies, and restaurants.
What wildlife should we expect?
Mosquitoes (bring repellent) and occasional monkeys in the evenings. The area is rural with sugarcane farms nearby.

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Last updated 2026-08-27