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La Ferringhi Villa
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Google-verified81 Google reviews
- Services
- Vacation Home / Holiday Rental, Beachfront & Island Homestay, Family & Large Group Homestay
- Reviews
- 81
What recent reviews say
A seaside property in Batu Ferringhi that delivers comfortable, spacious rooms and beachfront access at fair rates, especially for families planning group stays. Quality varies noticeably between units and time of visit: some guests leave praising the setup and relaxing vibe, while others report damp rooms, bugs, closed kitchens despite payment, and tension with housemates or staff. Cleanliness and maintenance appear inconsistent.
Recent shift: Negative reviews spiked 8 months ago (rude staff, missing cabinet, kitchen access issues); recent reviews (last 4 months) are mostly five-star and praising comfort and spaciousness, suggesting possible recent management changes or unit improvements.
Praised for
- spacious rooms
- comfortable stay
- beachfront location
- good for families
- reasonable prices
Watch-outs
- inconsistent cleanliness
- poor ventilation in some rooms
- shared kitchen closed or unkempt
- noise and neighbor issues
- pest problems
- rude staff
- missing facilities
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Best for: Families and friend groups seeking beachfront space with easy access to nightlife.
Think twice if: Couples or solo travellers uncomfortable with shared spaces, communal kitchens, and living alongside other guests should book elsewhere.
Strengths
- under 5 minutes drive to Batu Ferringhi bars and nightlife
- spacious family rooms with all amenities
- direct beachfront access
Worth knowing
- Some rooms lack ventilation and retain cleaning chemical smell
- kitchen fork and spoon sometimes not cleaned properly
- security staff reported as rude
- kitchen access sometimes restricted despite payment
- beachfront location under 5 minutes drive to local bars
- family groups receive complimentary gifts
What reviews say by service
- Vacation Home / Holiday Rental
- Family groups enjoy spacious setup and ambience; couples report shared-living tension and unmet expectations.
- Beachfront & Island Homestay
- Beachfront location is a draw, but room quality, cleanliness, and pest control vary significantly.
- Family & Large Group Homestay
- Well-suited for families on multi-day visits; includes amenities and gift gestures, though kitchen access inconsistent.
- Homestay
- Homestay experience hindered by housemate friction, staff attitudes, and variable maintenance.
How it compares
- Rated 4.3 against a 4.56 average across the 616 vacation home / holiday rental businesses listed here.
- Has more Google reviews than 96% of the businesses in this directory.
How we scored this
How We Score Star rating 57
Review volume 83
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 44
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0
Rating breakdown
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Common questions
- Is this suitable for a couple's trip?
- Mixed reports. The property is designed for families and groups. Couples should note: shared kitchen access sometimes restricted, communal living spaces, and other guests present. Some describe neighbour friction as a downside.
- How far is it from Batu Ferringhi nightlife?
- Less than 5 minutes drive, according to recent reviews.
- Are there air conditioning and Wi-Fi?
- Yes, rooms include both air conditioning and Wi-Fi.
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