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Faridah Homestay - Muslim Friendly

Updated 2026-07-16 · 1,812 reviewed · 475 listed · Scored from 46 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(46) 80 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Faridah Homestay - Muslim Friendly
Services
Family & Group Homestay, Homestay, Budget & Backpacker Homestay
Reviews
46

What recent reviews say

All 15 recent reviews rate Faridah five stars. Guests consistently praise cleanliness, comfort, and the house feeling like home rather than a rental. The owner earns repeated mention for friendliness and quick help; kitchen, washing machine, and multiple bedrooms appeal to families. One guest noted no wifi; another mentioned the owner was not chatty, though both stayed satisfied overall.

Praised for
  • clean and well-maintained
  • comfortable and homely
  • friendly and helpful host
  • good value for price
  • family-friendly facilities
Watch-outs
  • no wifi
  • sparse host conversation
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Best for: Families seeking a clean, equipped home base within walking distance of Malacca town.
Think twice if: Those needing wifi should check availability first; guests seeking talkative hosts may find interaction limited.

Strengths

  • spotless, fragrant condition
  • homey atmosphere with full kitchen and washer
  • responsive, friendly owner
  • central, walkable location

Worth knowing

  • Refrigerator, washing machine, full kitchen available
  • Three bedrooms
  • No wifi mentioned in recent reviews
  • Strategic location near town centre and Ayer Keroh

What reviews say by service

Family & Group Homestay
Families consistently report comfort, cleanliness, and all amenities as excellent; multiple rooms and kitchen support group stays.
Budget & Backpacker Homestay
Reviewers note reasonable pricing and value; backpackers benefit from kitchen and laundry, though lack of wifi may disappoint some.
Homestay
Guests describe the house as feeling like home; facilities rival hotels while offering personal touch from responsive owner.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.51 average across the 53 budget & backpacker homestay businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 82% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 88
Review volume 73
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
45
4
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3
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2
0
1
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Common questions

Is there wifi?
One recent guest reported no wifi at the time of their stay; confirm current availability when booking.
What appliances are available?
Kitchen, refrigerator, washing machine, and at least three bedrooms are confirmed by recent guests.
How close is it to Malacca town?
Guests report it is within walking distance to town and near Ayer Keroh, in a strategic central location.

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Last updated 2026-07-16