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Mak Chaq Homestay
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Traditional Homestay Chenang
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- Services
- Beachfront & Island Homestay, Homestay
- Reviews
- 8
What recent reviews say
The location and basic setup attract guests, but deposit recovery and upkeep remain serious concerns. Some visitors report positive hospitality; others face months of unanswered requests for refunds and find rooms poorly cleaned upon arrival.
Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.
Praised for
- beachfront location
- good basic amenities
- welcoming host (when present)
- village charm
Watch-outs
- deposit disputes and non-refund
- poor cleaning standards
- unresponsive landlord
- lack of heating/hot water
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Best for: short-stay visitors comfortable with village basics and unpredictable service standards
Think twice if: you need reliable hot water, guaranteed cleaning standards, or confident deposit refund handling.
Strengths
- beachfront village location
- basic amenities included
- authentic local experience
Worth knowing
- Deposit disputes reported; 500 RM refund not returned after one month stay
- Cold tap water (no heater mentioned)
- Includes basic furnishings; no TV
- Cleaning noted as poor on arrival
What reviews say by service
- Beachfront & Island Homestay
- Good location but deposit recovery and cleanliness issues undermine the appeal.
- Homestay
- Village setting and basic setup are attractive; responsiveness and cleanliness standards are not.
How it compares
- Rated 3.8 against a 4.53 average across the 5220 beachfront & island homestay businesses listed here.
- Has more Google reviews than 64% of the businesses in this directory.
How we scored this
How We Score Star rating 57
Review volume 41
Review recency 0
Review sentiment 49
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0
Rating breakdown
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Common questions
- Is hot water available?
- Not confirmed. One guest asked about installing a heater; another reports cold tap water. Contact the owner for details.
- What is the deposit policy?
- Guests report 500 RM deposits, but refund timelines and recovery issues are documented complaints. Clarify refund terms before booking.
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