Homestays in Pengkalan Hulu: ranked picks
Pengkalan Hulu sits right on the Thai border, so most homestays here cater to families passing through to Betong or Baling as well as groups wanting a quiet village stay. The picks below are ordered using our methodology, weighing rating, review volume, recency and sentiment rather than star rating alone.
Expect kampung-style houses rather than hotels: big kitchens for self-catering, gated parking, and a short drive or walk to the immigration checkpoint. Air conditioning and hot water vary a lot between properties, so check that detail if it matters to your group.
19 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 | Iman Home2stay | 75 | 4.9 (35) | — | Large families, self-catering |
| 2 | Homestay Hjh NurHana | 74 | 5 (24) | — | Group trips, hill views |
| 3 | Muslim Budget Homestay | 68 | 4.8 (18) | — | Budget stays, small families |
| 4 | Puncak Impiana Homestay | 61 | 4.2 (37) | — | Town-centre convenience |
| 5 | Akasia 12 Homestay | 57 | 4.7 (12) | — | Border crossers, transit stays |
| 6 | Damiafrotec Enterprise | 50 | 5 (4) | — | Wellness retreats |
| 7 | IQMAL HOMESTAY PENGKALAN HULU | 47 | 5 (2) | — | Simple, spacious rooms |
| 8 | D' Azreen Homestay & Pool Cafe | 59 | 4.3 (63) | — | Big groups with a pool |
| 9 | RY Homestay Kroh Pengkalan Hulu | 45 | 4.6 (5) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 10 | Homestay D'Anggerik | 45 | 4 (2) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 11 | Homestay Gerai Kak Na 2 Taman Sri Kroh | 45 | 1 (1) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 12 | Alin's Homestay | 40 | 3 (1) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 13 | Al-Wafi Homestay | 40 | 3 (1) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 14 | Pak Long Razak Home | 38 | 3.5 (2) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 15 | Homestay Gerai Kak Na 1 Taman Seroja | 48 | 4 (5) | — | beachfront homestay |
| 16 | Homestay Seri Nur | 21 | — | — | beachfront homestay |
| 17 | Homestay 10 jalan aman 1 | 17 | — | — | beachfront homestay |
| 18 | ROOMSTAY | 17 | — | — | beachfront homestay |
| 19 | Homestay GreenHouse | 17 | — | — | beachfront homestay |
Ranked picks
Iman Home2stay
score 75/100Sleeps up to 9 with a fully stocked kitchen and a hands-on owner next door, backed by near-flawless reviews.
Homestay Hjh NurHana
score 74/100Spacious, spotless rooms and a warm host make this a top pick, though parking tightens with more than a few cars.
Muslim Budget Homestay
score 68/100Clean and cheap with a host who helps guests find local food, but skip it if you need hot showers or WiFi.
Puncak Impiana Homestay
score 61/100Handy for shops and restaurants nearby, though only the master bedroom has air conditioning.
Akasia 12 Homestay
score 57/100A 10-minute walk to the checkpoint with a smooth check-in, just watch the tight garage if you drive a bigger car.
Damiafrotec Enterprise
score 50/100A rural setup pairing accommodation with naturopathic treatments and a clay pool, though reviews are still few.
IQMAL HOMESTAY PENGKALAN HULU
score 47/100Only two reviews so far, both praising the comfortable, roomy layout.
D' Azreen Homestay & Pool Cafe
score 59/100Four large houses and a big shared pool suit large gatherings, but maintenance and basic kitchen gaps hold it back.
RY Homestay Kroh Pengkalan Hulu
score 45/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Homestay D'Anggerik
score 45/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Homestay Gerai Kak Na 2 Taman Sri Kroh
score 45/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Alin's Homestay
score 40/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Al-Wafi Homestay
score 40/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Pak Long Razak Home
score 38/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Homestay Gerai Kak Na 1 Taman Seroja
score 48/100Guests praise cleanliness, a friendly host, and well-equipped spaces that feel comfortable.
Homestay Seri Nur
score 21/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Homestay 10 jalan aman 1
score 17/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
ROOMSTAY
score 17/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
Homestay GreenHouse
score 17/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.