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Zar Permai Motel dan Homestay

Updated 2026-08-25 · 2,196 reviewed · 960 listed · Scored from 102 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(102) 79 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Family & Large Group HomestayHomestayBeachfront & Island Homestay

Google-verified102 Google reviews

Zar Permai Motel dan Homestay
Services
Family & Large Group Homestay, Homestay, Beachfront & Island Homestay
Reviews
102

What recent reviews say

Guests consistently praise the spacious layout, clean rooms, and welcoming owner who goes out of his way to help visitors. The property suits families and large groups well, with two pools, a kitchen, meeting spaces, and parking at each room. One reviewer noted ant issues and another questioned whether pricing matched the service offered.

Praised for
  • spacious rooms and grounds
  • clean facilities and bathrooms
  • welcoming and friendly owner
  • good value for money
  • pools and family-friendly amenities
Watch-outs
  • ants in bathroom
  • pricing vs. service value questioned by some
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Best for: families and large groups needing space, pools, and cooking facilities
Think twice if: you are sensitive to insects or expect premium service at lower price points

Strengths

  • spacious grounds and rooms
  • two pools on-site
  • owner actively helps guests
  • designed for families and large groups

Worth knowing

  • Bilil 1Q 1S room fits 3-5 people comfortably with fast water pressure
  • coffee and tea provided in rooms
  • private swimming pools for children and adults
  • covered indoor meeting spaces for prayers and gatherings
  • kitchen facilities for self-catering
  • parking in front of each room
  • owner provides orientation to guests on arrival

What reviews say by service

Family & Large Group Homestay
large covered spaces, two pools, and spacious grounds praised for family events and gatherings
Homestay
clean rooms, on-site kitchen, friendly owner, and self-catering conveniences widely appreciated
Beachfront & Island Homestay
mountain views toward Jerai mentioned; coastal/beachfront aspect not clearly evidenced in reviews

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.61 average across the 130 family & large group homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 96% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 72
Review volume 87
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
76
4
16
3
7
2
0
1
3

Common questions

Can large families or groups cook their own meals?
Yes. The property has a kitchen available for guests to use, with dining tables and chairs outside.
Is the property suitable for activities like corporate family days?
Yes. Guests praise the large covered indoor meeting room, two pools, spacious grounds, and open-air prayer room for group events.
How close is parking to the rooms?
Parking is located directly in front of each room door.

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Last updated 2026-08-25