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Bigmountain cafe&homestay

Updated 2026-08-25 · 4,020 reviewed · 1,751 listed · Scored from 31 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(31) 69 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Bigmountain cafe&homestay
Services
Farmstay & Paddy Field Homestay, Beachfront & Island Homestay, Homestay
Reviews
31

What recent reviews say

Guests praise the peaceful hillside location and beautiful café aesthetics, saying the quiet atmosphere and scenic views make it worth a visit. Coffee and drinks are good value; staff respond quickly. Food quality is inconsistent-drinks and snacks work well, but heavier dishes and some items like croffle disappoint; the menu lacks variety beyond café fare.

Praised for
  • calm, quiet setting with views
  • value-for-money café pricing
  • friendly, responsive staff
  • aesthetic space for photos
  • good coffee and drinks
Watch-outs
  • food inconsistency and small portions
  • limited food menu beyond café snacks
  • some items disappointing (croffle quality)
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Best for: students and young adults seeking photo spots and affordable café drinks with views
Think twice if: you expect a full restaurant menu or consistent food quality; expect café snacks and light drinks instead

Strengths

  • quiet, scenic hillside location
  • affordable café prices compared to competitors
  • fast staff response
  • aesthetic space ideal for photos

Worth knowing

  • burnt cheesecake praised for flavour
  • croffle portion criticized as too small
  • homestay rooms praised for quiet, peaceful setting
  • fast service noted by guests

What reviews say by service

Farmstay & Paddy Field Homestay
quiet paddy-field setting attracts guests seeking peaceful rest
Homestay
clean rooms with peaceful hillside views praised; fast response from staff

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.56 average across the 82 farmstay & paddy field homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 85% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 71
Review volume 65
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

What kind of food does the café serve?
Drinks, coffee, snacks, and small bites like croffle. No heavy meals; reviewers suggest it works best for coffee and desserts rather than full dinners.
Is it suitable for a photo shoot or Instagram post?
Yes-reviewers specifically praise the aesthetic decoration and beautiful views, making it popular for outfit photos and scenic backdrops.
What is the homestay part like?
Quiet rooms with hillside views and a peaceful atmosphere. One reviewer called it 'the most expensive is the quiet and peaceful view', meaning the calm setting justifies the price.

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Last updated 2026-08-25