Homestays in Bayan Baru: ranked picks
Bayan Baru sits close to Bayan Lepas and the airport, which makes it a practical base for families and travellers passing through the free industrial zone or catching an early flight. The picks below are ranked using our methodology, weighing guest ratings, review volume, recency, and sentiment rather than star count alone.
Most listings here are terrace houses or homestay units within walking distance of shops, food stalls, and the Sungai Ara night market, with several hosts noting easy parking and quick access for Grab or private transport.
15 businesses, scored on rating, review volume, recency, sentiment and listing completeness. How we score › · View on map ›
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (34 & 36) | 74 | 4.6 (110) | — | Overall pick, groups near shops |
| 2 | 1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (23) | 69 | 4.5 (31) | — | Families, easy parking |
| 3 | 1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (37) | 64 | 4.1 (23) | — | Budget stays |
| 4 | Teratak Mak Wan Homestay | 61 | 5 (3) | — | Airport layovers, family visits |
| 5 | Aman Muslim Homestay Teres (RM280) | 57 | 4.4 (20) | — | Larger groups, Muslim-friendly stays |
| 6 | Prima homestay teres | 50 | 5 (1) | — | Terrace-house stays |
| 7 | Setia spice 1906 penang homestay | 48 | 4.2 (5) | — | Grab-friendly convenience |
| 8 | Homestay / Unit Trust Consultant | 47 | 4.4 (5) | — | Basic short stays |
| 9 | Dynaz Homestay Bayan Baru | 46 | 4.5 (2) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 10 | 1ST ISLAND Homestay (2) Bayan Baru near PISA / SPICE/Air port / Queenbay | 45 | 3.8 (12) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 11 | 1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (32) | 21 | — | — | beachfront homestay |
| 12 | Penang Smart Prop 槟城精明楼主 | 21 | — | — | beachfront homestay |
| 13 | Penang top homestay | 21 | — | — | beachfront homestay |
| 14 | Palmtree Homestay | 21 | — | — | beachfront homestay |
| 15 | homestay | 17 | — | — | beachfront homestay |
Ranked picks
1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (34 & 36)
score 74/100Highest-rated in the area with 110 reviews praising spotless rooms, a responsive host, and shaded parking near shops and food.
1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (23)
score 69/100Guests consistently flag clean bathrooms and accommodating owners, though a few mention slower response times.
1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (37)
score 64/100Recent reviewers like the low price and quick check-in, with older cleanliness and plumbing complaints now reportedly resolved.
Teratak Mak Wan Homestay
score 61/100Small but perfect review set praises the village-house feel and easy reach of the airport and Sungai Ara food stalls.
Aman Muslim Homestay Teres (RM280)
score 57/100Offers a spacious multi-bedroom layout with full kitchen and laundry facilities and no complaints in available reviews.
Prima homestay teres
score 50/100Only one review so far, rated highly but with too little data to judge consistency.
Setia spice 1906 penang homestay
score 48/100Praised for clean rooms and easy parking, though limited recent feedback makes current service hard to gauge.
Homestay / Unit Trust Consultant
score 47/100Rated decently but review volume is too thin and mixed to draw a clear read on guest experience.
Dynaz Homestay Bayan Baru
score 46/100One guest enjoyed a 12-day stay with upbeat vibes and no complaints.
1ST ISLAND Homestay (2) Bayan Baru near PISA / SPICE/Air port / Queenbay
score 45/1001ST ISLAND Homestay offers spacious rooms and living areas suited to group stays in Bayan Baru.
1st Island Homestay @ Bayan Baru (32)
score 21/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Penang Smart Prop 槟城精明楼主
score 21/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Penang top homestay
score 21/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Palmtree Homestay
score 21/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
homestay
score 17/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.