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Stewart Hotel & Residence

Updated 2026-08-27 · 4,558 reviewed · 6,776 listed · Scored from 13 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(13) 60 composite score See reviews on Google
Beachfront & Island HomestayHomestayBudget & Backpacker Homestay
Stewart Hotel & Residence
Location
Georgetown, George Town
Services
Beachfront & Island Homestay, Homestay, Budget & Backpacker Homestay
Reviews
13
Ranking
#3187 in Beachfront & Island Homestay
Best for
Guests seeking quiet, spacious accommodation in central Georgetown with easy self check-in.

Business data from Google Business Profile, checked 2026-08-26.

What reviewers think

Most guests praise the spot (steps from Chulia Street, cafes within walking distance) and the spacious, well-appointed rooms with quality bedding. Self check-in via key box works smoothly. However, older reviews flag serious lapses: dirty bathrooms at handover, broken keys, non-functional Wi-Fi, and staff who vanish when problems arise. Recent stays suggest improvement, though one guest noted slow replies to booking platform messages.

Praised for
  • excellent central location
  • spacious, comfortable rooms
  • clean and well-decorated
  • convenient self check-in
  • good value
Watch-outs
  • slow messaging response
  • inconsistent cleaning standards
  • poor maintenance and repairs
  • unreliable staff support
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Best for: Guests seeking quiet, spacious accommodation in central Georgetown with easy self check-in.
Think twice if: Reliability concerns from past reviews; response to booking queries can be slow, and maintenance issues have occurred before.

Strengths

  • walking distance to Chulia Street and Georgetown attractions
  • spacious rooms with quality bedding
  • self check-in convenience
  • quiet despite central location

Worth knowing

  • Contact person Jimmy handles bookings
  • Only four bedrooms in the property
  • Self check-in via key box
  • Shared lounge area on first floor
  • Room work areas and storage
  • Common fridge in shared spaces
  • Smart TV with Netflix in at least one room

What reviews say by service

Beachfront & Island Homestay
Central location praised; no beach references in reviews.
Homestay
Spacious rooms and quiet shared spaces offset by past cleaning and maintenance failures.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.3 against a 4.53 average across the 5220 beachfront & island homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 75% of the businesses in this directory.

How did this business earn its score?

How We Score
Star rating 64
Review volume 50
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 50
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Questions people ask

How close is this to Georgetown attractions?
Within a five- to twenty-minute walk of Chulia Street, cafes, bars, and supermarkets, according to guests.
Is there staff available after hours?
The guesthouse has no reception desk. Self check-in uses a key box. For emergencies, you must contact the assigned contact person.
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Last updated 2026-08-27