What happens if I need help after booking?

WhatsApp the owner for check-in, but several guests report no response to booking inquiries or issues before arrival.

What's included in the room?

Air conditioning, TV, full-sized bed, toothbrush, mini toothpaste, and soap. No mineral water, heater, or iron.

Is there a reception desk?

No. The owner or staff must physically open the door for check-in and checkout.

OYO 89880 Vstay 2 Guesthouse

Updated 2026-08-26 · 8,317 reviewed · 5,086 listed · Scored from 49 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.3(49) 52 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices

Beachfront & Island HomestayFamily & Large Group HomestayGuest HouseHomestay

Google-verified49 Google reviews

Services: Beachfront & Island Homestay, Family & Large Group Homestay, Guest House
Reviews: 49

What recent reviews say

Many guests report unresponsiveness after booking and poor room condition. This place offers budget pricing and fast WhatsApp replies during check-in, but reviewers consistently cite cramped rooms, limited amenities, and lack of a physical reception desk as drawbacks.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for

quick response on WhatsApp
low price

Watch-outs

no response to booking inquiries
poor room condition
cramped spaces
slow air conditioning

overpricedpoor-maintenanceunresponsive-hostspacious

Best for: travelers seeking the lowest price and willing to accept basic conditions

Think twice if: you expect functional air conditioning, spacious rooms, or responsive customer service before arrival

Strengths

budget pricing
quick WhatsApp response during check-in

Worth knowing

Owner responds quickly to WhatsApp for check-in and checkout
No physical reception desk
No mineral water, heater, or iron provided
Basic toiletries supplied (toothbrush, mini toothpaste, soap)

What reviews say by service

Guest House: Cheap rooms but cramped, poorly maintained, with minimal amenities and no reception staff.
Budget & Backpacker Homestay: Very low nightly rates appeal to budget travelers, but condition and responsiveness concerns deter many bookings.

How it compares

Rated 3.3 against a 4.5 average across the 376 guest house businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 93% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score

Star rating 14

Review volume 74

Review recency 96

Review sentiment 40

Profile completeness 75

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

Common questions

What happens if I need help after booking?: WhatsApp the owner for check-in, but several guests report no response to booking inquiries or issues before arrival.
What's included in the room?: Air conditioning, TV, full-sized bed, toothbrush, mini toothpaste, and soap. No mineral water, heater, or iron.
Is there a reception desk?: No. The owner or staff must physically open the door for check-in and checkout.

Contact

Phone: +603-88733710
Website: https://www.oyorooms.com/288197/
Address: Jln Paya Terubung, Pekan Ayer Itam, 11600 Ayer Itam, Pulau Pinang
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Last verified 2026-08-26

From their website

Services listed

ACTVFull Sized Bed

Published prices

Standard Quintuple Room: MXN1086
Standard Quintuple Room: MXN1813
Standard Three beds Room: MXN1355
Standard Three beds Room: MXN2277
Standard Two Beds Room: MXN768
Standard Two Beds Room: MXN1265

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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