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Homestay Makcik Olive, Alor Setar

Updated 2026-08-25 · 2,196 reviewed · 960 listed · Scored from 26 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(26) 67 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Homestay Makcik Olive, Alor Setar
Services
Beachfront & Island Homestay, Vacation Home / Holiday Rental, Homestay
Reviews
26

What recent reviews say

The homestay draws families and groups for its size, cleanliness, and pool, with the owner praised for hospitality. Parking can be tight, especially for large events, and water pressure in washrooms has been an issue for some guests.

Praised for
  • spacious grounds
  • clean and tidy
  • friendly owner
  • good for family gatherings and events
  • pool access
Watch-outs
  • parking constraints
  • slow water pressure in washrooms
  • noisy neighbors
  • limited outdoor space for large tents
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Best for: families and groups planning gatherings or events
Think twice if: you need ample parking; residential neighbours and limited tent space may affect large celebrations

Strengths

  • Large, clean layout with pool
  • Event-friendly grounds and gardens
  • Close to Alor Setar city centre

Worth knowing

  • Owner noted as friendly and hospitable
  • Pool available for guests
  • Towels and pillows provided in quantity
  • Water pressure issues reported in washrooms

What reviews say by service

Family & Large Group Homestay
Spacious layout and pool make it popular for family gatherings, though parking and tent space can strain larger events
Vacation Home / Holiday Rental
Clean and comfortable for short stays, but water pressure inconsistency noted
Beachfront & Island Homestay
No water access mentioned; garden and residential setting are main appeal

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.5 average across the 681 beachfront & island homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 80% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 71
Review volume 62
Review recency 94
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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8
3
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2
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1
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Common questions

Is there a pool?
Yes, guests have access to a pool on the grounds.
Can we host an event here?
The homestay has spacious gardens and grounds suitable for gatherings, though parking can be limited for large functions and tent space is moderate-sized.

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Last updated 2026-08-25