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Zainab Cottage

Updated 2026-08-27 · 4,558 reviewed · 6,776 listed · Scored from 186 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(186) 74 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Beachfront & Island HomestayBudget & Backpacker HomestayVacation Home / Holiday Rental
Zainab Cottage
Services
Beachfront & Island Homestay, Budget & Backpacker Homestay, Vacation Home / Holiday Rental
Reviews
186

What recent reviews say

Zainab Cottage delivers comfortable, spacious rooms steps from the beach at low cost, backed by friendly staff and a quiet atmosphere that suits casual visitors. But upkeep is inconsistent: recent guests found dust, lizard droppings in bathrooms, and broken air conditioners, suggesting management needs to inspect rooms and tackle maintenance before check-in.

Praised for
  • affordable accommodation
  • close to beach
  • spacious rooms
  • friendly and helpful staff
  • peaceful setting
Watch-outs
  • dirty rooms and bathrooms
  • non-functional air conditioning
  • lacks regular maintenance checks
  • beach littered with garbage
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Best for: budget-conscious travellers seeking quiet beachfront breaks away from tourist crowds
Think twice if: maintenance and cleanliness are priorities; room condition varies; air conditioning may not work reliably

Strengths

  • beachfront location at budget price
  • spacious rooms with AC and fridge
  • friendly, helpful staff
  • quiet, peaceful setting for local visitors

Worth knowing

  • Rooms include refrigerator, air conditioning, and ceiling fan
  • Located approximately 10 metres from beach
  • Staff handle check-in smoothly
  • Recent guests reported dust, lizard droppings in bathrooms, and non-functional air conditioning in some rooms

What reviews say by service

Beachfront & Island Homestay
Close to beach with scenic views, but beach itself has litter problems
Budget & Backpacker Homestay
Good value for money at low cost, though maintenance issues deter some guests
Vacation Home / Holiday Rental
Simple but comfortable for short getaways; upkeep inconsistency a concern

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.53 average across the 5220 beachfront & island homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 99% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 67
Review volume 99
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 50
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
133
4
34
3
9
2
2
1
8

Common questions

How close is the beach?
About 10 metres away; guests can walk to it easily in seconds.
What's included in the rooms?
Refrigerator, air conditioning, and ceiling fan. Rooms are spacious and simple.
Is this good for budget travellers?
Yes, reviewers praise the value for money, though maintenance can be uneven.
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Last updated 2026-08-27