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Shimah Homestay

Updated 2026-08-27 · 4,558 reviewed · 6,776 listed · Scored from 10 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(10) 66 low data composite score See reviews on Google
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Shimah Homestay
Services
Beachfront & Island Homestay, Homestay
Reviews
10

What recent reviews say

Guests consistently praise the cleanliness, comfort, and pastoral views. The owner responds quickly and goes out of the way to help first-time visitors learn the area.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • clean and tidy rooms
  • beautiful rice field and hill views
  • responsive and friendly owner
  • well-equipped house with amenities
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Best for: Families and small groups seeking a clean, quiet retreat with rural views near Penang.

Strengths

  • Stunning rice field and hill views
  • Owner guides guests through the area
  • Fully equipped kitchen and amenities
  • Calm, spacious environment

Worth knowing

  • 3-room house fits families comfortably
  • Kitchen, air conditioning, and washing machine all included
  • Owner actively guides guests and shows the neighbourhood

What reviews say by service

Beachfront & Island Homestay
Guests mention rice field and hill views near the coast; the setting is rural but peaceful rather than beachfront proper.
Homestay
Clean, well-equipped, full kitchen, and responsive owner make it a strong fit for family stays.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.53 average across the 5220 beachfront & island homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 67% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 76
Review volume 45
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 65
Profile completeness 50
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Last updated 2026-08-27