Homestays in Mentaloon: ranked picks
Mentaloon sits close to Alor Setar, so most of its homestays lean on kampung charm, rice-field views, and space for groups rather than hotel-style polish. The picks below are ranked using our methodology, which weighs guest ratings, review volume, recency, and sentiment together rather than star rating alone.
Expect single-storey kampung houses and village-style compounds built for group bookings, family reunions, and functions rather than solo travellers. Several properties advertise pools, rice-field or garden settings, and full kitchens, so check bedding and road access at night before booking if you're arriving late.
7 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 | Rest n Splash by Home Stay Cikgu D'Inapan Kijang | 74 | 4.9 (48) | — | Families, pool days |
| 2 | Menanti Village Homestay | 67 | 4.6 (27) | — | Rice-field views, groups |
| 3 | Zee Homestay Alor Setar | 62 | 4.6 (57) | — | Group functions |
| 4 | LMS HOMESTAY | 61 | 4.8 (15) | — | Budget groups up to 20 |
| 5 | Homestay Al-Mentaloon | 54 | 4.2 (35) | — | Kampung stays on a budget |
| 6 | Hazz Homestay Alor Setar | 52 | 4.4 (7) | — | Quick stays near town |
| 7 | Sweet Homestay Alor Setar | 17 | — | — | Not enough data yet |
Ranked picks
Rest n Splash by Home Stay Cikgu D'Inapan Kijang
score 74/100Guests consistently call it spotless and well-run, with a big pool and a hands-on owner, earning the top spot at 4.9 from 48 reviews.
Menanti Village Homestay
score 67/100Spacious rooms and a quiet rural setting win praise, though the key-card locks and some worn mattresses hold it back slightly.
Zee Homestay Alor Setar
score 62/100Rated 4.6 from 57 reviews for clean, spacious rooms and attentive staff, best suited to gatherings rather than loud parties.
LMS HOMESTAY
score 61/100Five rooms and an on-site, responsive owner make this a solid low-cost pick near Alor Setar, just bring your own towels.
Homestay Al-Mentaloon
score 54/100Affordable and well-equipped for groups, though one detailed review flagged thin mattresses and some maintenance gaps.
Hazz Homestay Alor Setar
score 52/100Praised for spacious, clean rooms close to Alor Setar, but a recent report of an unresponsive owner adds some risk.
Sweet Homestay Alor Setar
score 17/100No reviews are on record yet, so there isn't enough evidence to say who this one suits best.