What is included in a room?

Air conditioning, towels, soap, shampoo, shower gel, kettle, iron and board. No fridge, water heater, hair dryer, tissues, or side tables.

How far is it from Arau town?

About 5 minutes drive, close enough for food delivery but on the edge of town in a kampung (rural village) area.

Yes, large free parking area suitable for multiple vehicles and big family groups.

Banat Village Stay Homestay | Roomstay

Updated 2026-08-25 · 4,020 reviewed · 1,751 listed · Scored from 77 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(77) 69 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified

Vacation Home / Holiday RentalPrivate Pool Villa HomestayBeachfront & Island HomestayHomestayFamily & Large Group HomestayBudget & Backpacker HomestayGuest HouseFarmstay & Paddy Field Homestay

Google-verified77 Google reviews

Services: Vacation Home / Holiday Rental, Private Pool Villa Homestay, Beachfront & Island Homestay
Reviews: 77

What recent reviews say

The homestay appeals to families seeking space and quiet near rice fields on the edge of Arau town. Rooms are clean and furnished with basics (air conditioning, towels, soap), parking is generous, and the paddy field views attract photographers. However, expect minimal amenities: no fridge, no water heater, and occasional insects after dark; water pressure may falter if other units run simultaneously.

Praised for

spacious rooms and grounds
scenic paddy field views
quiet rural setting
clean and comfortable
convenient to Arau town

Watch-outs

no refrigerator or water heater
insects at night
basic amenities and furnishings
water pressure issues when shared

spaciousclean-roomsgreat-locationgood-for-familiesvalue-for-moneybeautiful-viewcomfortable-beds

Best for: families and groups seeking affordable space and quiet near Arau with scenic views.

Think twice if: you need a fridge, hot water heater, or full kitchen amenities; insects at night and water pressure problems may frustrate.

Strengths

generous space and parking
paddy field views and calm setting
affordable rates
quick host response to issues

Worth knowing

Owner responds quickly to air conditioning complaints
two-room units with air conditioning available
gated property
supplies include iron and board, kettle, shampoo, shower gel, dishwashing soap and sponge
no hair dryer provided
4G mobile coverage confirmed

What reviews say by service

Farmstay & Paddy Field Homestay: paddy field setting praised for quiet and scenic photo opportunities; insects at night are a trade-off
Family & Large Group Homestay: spacious grounds and parking suit families; lack of fridge and water heater noted as inconvenience for families bringing food
Budget & Backpacker Homestay: affordable rates and basic but clean rooms appeal; minimal amenities are expected at this tier
Vacation Home / Holiday Rental: multi-room bookings available; scenic location attracts visitors seeking quiet retreats
Beachfront & Island Homestay: not beachfront; paddy fields and rural setting are the draw instead

How it compares

Rated 4.2 against a 4.46 average across the 155 guest house businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 95% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score

Star rating 52

Review volume 82

Review recency 92

Review sentiment 64

Profile completeness 75

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

Common questions

What is included in a room?: Air conditioning, towels, soap, shampoo, shower gel, kettle, iron and board. No fridge, water heater, hair dryer, tissues, or side tables.
How far is it from Arau town?: About 5 minutes drive, close enough for food delivery but on the edge of town in a kampung (rural village) area.
Is there parking?: Yes, large free parking area suitable for multiple vehicles and big family groups.

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