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Rumah Kotak Permatang Pauh

Updated 2026-08-26 · 8,317 reviewed · 5,086 listed · Scored from 10 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(10) 71 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Rumah Kotak Permatang Pauh
Services
Beachfront & Island Homestay, Homestay
Reviews
10

What recent reviews say

Every guest has given five stars. They praise the distinctive box-house design, colourful interiors, and cleanliness; many return repeatedly. The owner includes free snacks, towels, soap, and emergency medicine. Located near the night market, it offers hotel-like comfort at budget prices, making it popular with families and repeat visitors.

Praised for
  • beautiful interior design and decor
  • clean and well-maintained
  • spacious and comfortable
  • excellent value for money
  • friendly and helpful host
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Best for: budget-conscious families and repeat visitors seeking quirky, clean accommodation near the night market.

Strengths

  • unique box-house design with vibrant decor
  • clean, spacious rooms with hotel-like facilities
  • excellent value for budget travellers
  • thoughtful host who includes extras like snacks and medicine

Worth knowing

  • Owner provides free snacks, bath towels, bath soap, and emergency medicine
  • Android TV in rooms for children
  • Located walking distance to weekend night market
  • One guest stayed 3 days 2 nights and praised the value
  • Multiple guests have repeated bookings

What reviews say by service

Homestay
Reviewers consistently praise the complete furnishings, cleanliness, and thoughtful touches like free snacks and emergency medicine.
Beachfront & Island Homestay
No beachfront features mentioned in reviews; location is inland near a night market, not a beach.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.51 average across the 3860 beachfront & island homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 66% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 77
Review volume 45
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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10
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Common questions

Is there anything for children to do?
Yes. The rooms have Android TV and YouTube access for cartoons. The night market outside is within walking distance and has family-friendly food.
What is included in the stay?
Towels, bath soap, free snack package, and emergency medicine. Rooms are fully furnished with TV and all basic utilities.
Can I book for multiple nights?
Yes. Reviewers mention stays ranging from one night to three days and two nights, with many guests returning for repeat bookings.

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Last updated 2026-08-26