Homestays in Bandar Laguna Merbok: ranked picks
Bandar Laguna Merbok sits just outside Sungai Petani and has become a small hub for homestays serving groups visiting UiTM Kedah and nearby attractions. The options here range from a pool-equipped house with a strong review record to smaller, newer listings still building up a track record. Rankings below follow our methodology, weighing rating, review volume, recency, and sentiment together.
Most stays in this area are landed houses suited to families or group trips rather than solo travellers, and a private pool is the standout feature to look for if you're travelling with kids.
8 businesses, scored on rating, review volume, recency, sentiment and listing completeness. How we score › · View on map ›
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Syikin Homestay Semeling | Berhampiran UITM Kedah - Private Pool | 77 | 4.9 (35) | — | Families, private pool |
| 2 | Bao Bao Homestay - Sungai Petani (H4 - Bandar Laguna Merbok) | 59 | 5 (3) | — | Small families |
| 3 | Bao Bao Homestay - Sungai Petani (H1 - Bandar Laguna Merbok) | 55 | 4.6 (12) | — | Large groups, budget |
| 4 | Mamoo Homestay Sungai Petani | 49 | 5 (1) | — | Small budget stays |
| 5 | Impiana Homestay Bandar Laguna Merbok Sg Petani Kedah | 48 | 5 (3) | — | Small groups |
| 6 | NOR D' Laguna Homestay | 47 | 5 (2) | — | Small groups |
| 7 | MJ homestay Sungai Petani | 28 | — | — | Budget, mixed room types |
| 8 | Homestay Sungai Petani Laguna Bayu | 21 | — | — | Unrated budget option |
Ranked picks
Syikin Homestay Semeling | Berhampiran UITM Kedah - Private Pool
score 77/100Rated 4.9 from 35 reviews for its large pool with a kids' area, roomy interior, and a quick-responding owner.
Bao Bao Homestay - Sungai Petani (H4 - Bandar Laguna Merbok)
score 59/100All three reviews are five-star, describing a clean, homey space that works well for smaller family groups.
Bao Bao Homestay - Sungai Petani (H1 - Bandar Laguna Merbok)
score 55/100Sleeps up to 9 in a quiet gated setting with a jetty, though recent reviews flag maintenance issues like broken air-con and plumbing.
Mamoo Homestay Sungai Petani
score 49/100Only one review so far, a five-star rating, so there isn't yet enough feedback to judge consistency.
Impiana Homestay Bandar Laguna Merbok Sg Petani Kedah
score 48/100Three reviews average five stars, but the limited review count means sentiment here is still unproven.
NOR D' Laguna Homestay
score 47/100Two five-star reviews so far, a promising start but too little data for a firm read.
MJ homestay Sungai Petani
score 28/100Offers both air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned rooms plus shared facilities like a washing machine and carrom, at a basic budget level.
Homestay Sungai Petani Laguna Bayu
score 21/100No reviews yet on record, so there's nothing concrete to judge this stay by at this point.