Homestays in Yan, Kedah: where to stay
Yan sits at the foot of Gunung Jerai, and the homestays here lean into that: rice paddies, forest, and river views instead of city convenience. Most properties are wooden kampung houses or standalone chalets built for families and groups rather than solo travellers, with pools, BBQ pits, and full kitchens standard rather than extra. This list is ranked using our methodology, weighing guest ratings, review volume, and recent sentiment together.
Expect village-style stays rather than hotels: shared or private pools, self-catering kitchens, and BBQ areas are common across the list, and several properties sit within view of Gunung Jerai or the surrounding paddy fields. Group size matters here, since capacity ranges from small family units to houses that can host 60 or more guests, so check unit type before booking.
19 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 | ANR Homestay / Roomstay Yan Kedah | 82 | 5 (39) | — | Riverside village stays |
| 2 | Homestay Paddy Field | 82 | 4.8 (119) | — | Paddy field and Jerai views |
| 3 | LamGlay Homes | 81 | 4.8 (88) | — | Large groups, pool time |
| 4 | Zar Permai Motel dan Homestay | 79 | 4.6 (102) | — | Families needing space |
| 5 | DUSUN PEOPLE | 77 | 4.6 (47) | — | Nature retreats, fruit season |
| 6 | Dusun Homestay | 76 | 4.8 (35) | — | Fully equipped family house |
| 7 | Gelora Jerai Seaside | 74 | 4.8 (34) | — | Short family getaways |
| 8 | Laman Desa Harraz | 70 | 5 (9) | — | Groups wanting a full kitchen |
| 9 | Homestay Harmoni Kampung Perigi | 68 | 4.6 (20) | — | homestay |
| 10 | Homestay Saqeena | 65 | 5 (8) | — | homestay |
| 11 | The Kolam House YAN KEDAH | 63 | 4 (105) | — | family group homestay |
| 12 | Homestay Anjung Malinja Private Pool Kedah | 62 | 4 (66) | — | family group homestay |
| 13 | Bee Good Chalet/Home Stay | 60 | 4.1 (31) | — | family group homestay |
| 14 | Shina beach chalet | 56 | 3.8 (16) | — | homestay |
| 15 | Village2Stay | 53 | 3.4 (23) | — | homestay |
| 16 | Homestay Anjung Meranti Private Pool Kedah | 51 | 3.3 (10) | — | pool villa homestay |
| 17 | Afzahraihans agrofarm pool homestay | 45 | 4.3 (6) | — | pool villa homestay |
| 18 | Homestay D'Reendang Yan Kedah PRIVATE POOL | 44 | 4 (5) | — | pool villa homestay |
| 19 | Villa Kenangan Mengusik Jiwa | 43 | 5 (2) | — | pool villa homestay |
Ranked picks
ANR Homestay / Roomstay Yan Kedah
score 82/100Every guest calls it spotless and welcoming, with fast owner responses and fishing right on the property.
Homestay Paddy Field
score 82/100Guests love Pak Long's hospitality and the unobstructed rice field views, though bring extra layers for cold nights.
LamGlay Homes
score 81/100Spacious houses with strong pool and BBQ facilities in a forested setting, built to host big gatherings.
Zar Permai Motel dan Homestay
score 79/100Two pools and generous grounds, with an owner guests say goes out of his way to help.
DUSUN PEOPLE
score 77/100Private cottages and a spring water pool make this a quiet escape, with fresh durian when in season.
Dusun Homestay
score 76/100A stocked kitchen, private pool with a kids' area, and repeat guests who keep coming back for the quiet setting.
Gelora Jerai Seaside
score 74/100Triangle chalets with sea and paddy views and a child-safe pool, close to Yan town, though towels aren't supplied.
Laman Desa Harraz
score 70/100A large clean pool with its own outdoor shower plus a complete kitchen setup, praised by every reviewer so far.
Homestay Harmoni Kampung Perigi
score 68/100Reviewers consistently praise the cleanliness, spaciousness, and equipment throughout the property.
Homestay Saqeena
score 65/100Guests consistently praise the clean, attractive rooms and warm hospitality.
The Kolam House YAN KEDAH
score 63/100The location and views draw steady praise, with guests appreciating the peaceful village setting, sea vistas, and family-friendly amenities like the pool and playground.
Homestay Anjung Malinja Private Pool Kedah
score 62/100Families praise the rural peace, rice field views, and large private pool for group gatherings.
Bee Good Chalet/Home Stay
score 60/100Bee Good draws families and groups to its spacious, clean rooms and pool area near the beach in Yan.
Shina beach chalet
score 56/100Shina beach chalet draws visitors for its views of Jerai mountains and paddy fields, clean spaces, and reasonable group rates.
Village2Stay
score 53/100Reviewers consistently praise the views of Gunung Jerai and sea, the quiet setting, and the large property with pool.
Homestay Anjung Meranti Private Pool Kedah
score 51/100Multiple recent guests report serious gaps between photos and the property on arrival, with dirty pool, abandoned-looking rooms, and broken amenities.
Afzahraihans agrofarm pool homestay
score 45/100Large pool and isolation appeal to families, but inconsistent upkeep and single bathroom create frustration.
Homestay D'Reendang Yan Kedah PRIVATE POOL
score 44/100Families praise the value and setting in Yan village.
Villa Kenangan Mengusik Jiwa
score 43/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.