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Updated 2026-08-26 · 8,317 reviewed · 5,086 listed · Scored from 21 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(21) 66 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Beachfront & Island HomestayHomestay

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HOMESTAY SABAYA
Services
Beachfront & Island Homestay, Homestay
Reviews
21

What recent reviews say

Guests consistently praise the calm village setting and good value for money, with spacious rooms that sleep four to six people and plenty of parking. The owner is responsive and rooms include all essentials, though the access road is rough for first-timers and water temperature can swing with the weather.

Praised for
  • quiet and peaceful atmosphere
  • spacious and complete rooms
  • budget-friendly pricing
  • friendly and accommodating host
  • ample parking
Watch-outs
  • difficult access road
  • inconsistent water temperature
  • entrance not clearly marked
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Best for: Work travellers and families needing quiet space and parking at low cost.
Think twice if: First-time visitors should expect a rough access road; water temperature varies with season.

Strengths

  • budget pricing with generous space
  • village calm and forest views
  • ample parking
  • rooms sleep 4-6 people

Worth knowing

  • Rooms accommodate 4-6 people
  • Wooden boardwalk on upper floors
  • Forest and window views from rooms
  • Owner responds to guest requests (e.g. refrigerator use)
  • Free parking space

What reviews say by service

Budget & Backpacker Homestay
Affordable rates with complete furnishings and accommodations for groups; rooms clean and comfortable.
Beachfront & Island Homestay
Forest and waterfront setting offers peaceful village atmosphere, though access road is challenging initially.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.51 average across the 3860 beachfront & island homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 81% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 64
Review volume 58
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

How many people can each room sleep?
Rooms accommodate 4-6 people depending on the room.
Is parking available?
Yes, spacious parking is available for guests.
What should I know about the access road?
The road to the homestay is rough and may seem daunting at first, but is manageable once you are familiar with it.

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Last updated 2026-08-26