Homestays in Kampung Lubok Buaya: ranked picks
Kampung Lubok Buaya sits in Kedah's Langkawi homestay belt, where pool villas and kampung-style cottages cluster within easy reach of Pantai Cenang, the eco-shop, and the Thursday night market. The picks below are ranked using our methodology, which weighs guest ratings, review volume, recency, and sentiment together rather than star rating alone.
Most stays here trade on the same formula: a private or shared pool, a self-catering kitchen, and a short walk or drive to Cenang beach and its shops. A few properties lean further into the kampung setting itself, with separate houses among rice fields and paddy views instead of a resort-style layout, which suits guests after a quieter, more local stay.
16 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 | BARAKAH POOL VILLA | 78 | 4.9 (60) | — | Large families, groups |
| 2 | AL FATIH POOL VILLA LANGKAWI | 77 | 5 (55) | — | Big groups, celebrations |
| 3 | Homestay Barakah Cenang Langkawi | 74 | 4.5 (38) | — | Beach walkers, families |
| 4 | Grand Village Inn | 73 | 4.7 (39) | — | Budget-conscious families |
| 5 | Homestay Kampung Tok Lembut | 70 | 4.1 (101) | — | Authentic kampung experience |
| 6 | D' Village Cottage 2 - Private Pool Villa | 69 | 4.6 (18) | — | Short stays, small groups |
| 7 | Golden Chenang Village | 69 | 4.6 (47) | — | Garden and cafe lovers |
| 8 | Tok Bidin Homestay | 66 | 4.1 (148) | — | Long-stay guests, paddy views |
| 9 | Homestay Adam Cenang | 67 | 4.6 (18) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 10 | Embun Langkawi Homestay | 45 | 4 (12) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 11 | Homestay / Motel Uwais Pantai Cenang | 45 | 5 (1) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 12 | Tuai Alam Homestay | 44 | 3.9 (32) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 13 | Traditional Homestay Chenang | 44 | 3.8 (8) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 14 | Homestay Uwais | 41 | 5 (1) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 15 | Cenang Home Stay @ cenang village | 46 | 3.3 (79) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 16 | Szesar Homestay | 17 | — | — | beachfront homestay |
Ranked picks
BARAKAH POOL VILLA
score 78/100Top-scoring pick with 4.9 from 60 reviews, praised for its clean shared pool, full kitchen, and fast-responding host.
AL FATIH POOL VILLA LANGKAWI
score 77/100A perfect 5.0 from 55 reviews and room for 15-20 guests, though one recent report flagged ants and a leak.
Homestay Barakah Cenang Langkawi
score 74/100Walking distance to Cenang beach with a responsive host and good value, despite occasional small maintenance issues.
Grand Village Inn
score 73/100Clean, spacious rooms and a family pool at budget prices, with the trade-off of weak WiFi and little shade.
Homestay Kampung Tok Lembut
score 70/100Four separate houses set among trees and rice fields with a flexible owner, though AC and mosquito control need care.
D' Village Cottage 2 - Private Pool Villa
score 69/100A clean, peaceful private pool villa with a welcoming host, best suited to a few nights rather than a week.
Golden Chenang Village
score 69/100Spotless chalets and an on-site Bamboo Cafe in leafy grounds, though early morning traffic and dog noise bother light sleepers.
Tok Bidin Homestay
score 66/100Spacious rooms with paddy field and Mount Raya views work best for long-term guests, given mixed upkeep reports from short stayers.
Homestay Adam Cenang
score 67/100Reviewers consistently praise spacious, clean rooms in a quiet location near Cenang Beach, with affordable rates and a welcoming owner named Pon.
Embun Langkawi Homestay
score 45/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Homestay / Motel Uwais Pantai Cenang
score 45/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Tuai Alam Homestay
score 44/100Tuai Alam has older, mixed-condition units that work for families seeking space but come with upkeep and security drawbacks.
Traditional Homestay Chenang
score 44/100The location and basic setup attract guests, but deposit recovery and upkeep remain serious concerns.
Homestay Uwais
score 41/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Cenang Home Stay @ cenang village
score 46/100Cenang Home Stay offers budget rooms near Langkawi's town centre, but reviews are sharply divided.
Szesar Homestay
score 17/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.