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Reviews of Gecko Guesthouse

Jalan Madrasah, 07000 Pantai Cenang, Malaysia

#20 of 55 B&Bs and Inns in Pantai Cenang

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Review score

Based on 466 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.2

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    7.0
    Social place with lots of cats!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We thought we had a bungalow with a hammock but we didn’t, something to be aware of! The rooms are quite basic, for example no soap is provided, but apart from that it’s comfortable.

    Great location, there’s a good restaurant called Tony’s opposite! Nice communal area which can be social on evenings if you want a drink. Lots of cats which we loved and nice staff.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    7.0
    Great for basic needs and chill people
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing special, but there was no AC in the room so it was very hot and it was relatively basic with the toilets getting clogged or overflowing most of the time.

    It was close to the center, had a nice commin area with music and had lots of cats ❤️

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff are all friendly and it has a really nice vibe. They will help you with anything you need. They have a nice area to chill and a filter to refill your water bottle. The bed is also comfortable and the bathroom was cleaned every morning. It is also a great location, only a 2 minute walk to the beach and by plenty of shops and cafes.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    9.0
    Fun, relaxing and enjoyable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loved our stay here. All the staff (Rebecca, Rafi & Lee) are friendly and helpful. Really relaxed vibe & lots of hammocks to chill in.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were very helpful and friendly

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    8.0
    lovely property and location, would recommend:)
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Overall the property was lovely, just a few little tips for the future is that a lamp in the room would be great rather than such a bright overhead light, and the staff were amazing just had no toilet roll replaced / fresh towels in the 4 nights we were there :)

    great location just by the beach and near all food and shops, private room was great with comfy bed and staff were brilliant with a great common area!!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Tiny room, without a kettle, water, coffie. Also charging phone was a nightmare, such a slow electricity

    Receptionist helped us to ship staff that we forgot :D overall nice experience in decent price

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There was no soap for washing hands and no hooks for wet towels or clothes - those would be helpful to have in room.

    Good value for money and good location. The room is simply equipped with comfortable bed, little table with chair and small bathroom.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Toilets can get a better cleaning. Don’t even think about getting a room with a fan, the heat is crazy. We couldn’t sleep at all the first night, so we changed rooms to a one with aircon. But you can find other places cheaper with an aircon close by.

    The place has a really nice vibe and the staff is very kind

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 March 2024

    8.0
    We enjoy a lot
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Un peu juste en confort

    Ambiance cool

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All the noises from the sitting area outside could be heard in the sleeping dorm so earplugs were a must.

    The staff was super nice. Easy-going and relaxed atmosphere overall!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2024

    7.0
    Good but not great - fine for backpackers!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a lot of ants in the rooms, like nearly infested and they got into the bed too. I also didn’t sleep well any of the nights due to the proximity to the ‘lounge’ area which would be fine because it quiets at midnight but there is also a rooster on property who starts going at 5 am. It was right beside our cabin and he goes on and off all morning. The plug sockets are not located in a good spot.

    Good location, social vibes, friendly staff, and strong air conditioning. Cute puppies too.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    not really comfy, loud, worn out interior, we love cats but the smell in the garden was bad

    nice people, good location, good price

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good value for money. Decent cleanliness, 5 min walk to the beach. Lots of cats which was a plus for us :)

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mattress was not very confortable with the plastic protection on it. Missing privacy with some curtains for the bunk beds, and power outlets for each bed. Little details can be improve to make this place even better.

    The place is very lovely with good vibes, there is a bar where you can meet other guests. The bathroom was clean. I received a warm welcome.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    8.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Twin Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loud music into the night (eg 11.30pm) Not very social as not many people No soap supplied Door can be pushed open even when locked No duvet

    Clean and tidy Good location Extremely friendly manager /staff Free water

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would stay here again purely for the cats, so it’s a huge bonus that this accommodation was in a really good location, lovely communal area and very chill vibes so was overall a great place to stay!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms are very basic and the aircon does not work perfectly, but I guess that’s to be expected for the price.

    The common area of the guesthouse is very cute and relaxed. The location is great and the staff is very friendly.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2024

    9.0
    I'll be back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    It would be nice if there were curtains on the beds

    Location is great, 20 adorable cats, awesome food around the corner, very social, easy to meet new people, very friendly and helpful staff

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Zero

    Great place

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Zero

    Very nice,good place to meet other travlers..

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2024

    9.0
    Relaxing atmosphere surrounded by nature!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 7 nights

    I'd suggest to invest in mosquito nets and repellents as the area of the hostel is pretty bad for mosquitos and our room did not have any kind of protection. The boss of the place could be more kind and available by accommodating guests' requests.

    Gecko Guesthouse is located in an excellent position, right in front of Pantai Cenang Beach and in the area of many restaurants. We had a pleasant stay and we loved being around cats all the time! If you love cats, that's the place to be in Langkawi :)) All the staff was super available and Chief is the best local guide (he gave us sooo many useful tips on the island!). WI-FI is good and I would suggest this place and its atmosphere for digital nomads or remote workers :))

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 January 2024

    8.0
    Good for meeting other travellers
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No fridge in room .no change of towel after 4 days

    Good location,,staff are nice ,,good air conditioner,hot shower , rooms are simple but you get what you pay for .cold water dispenser free. Good area for meeting other backpackers.short walk to beach and main street

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    9.0
    Cheap and best
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Wifi at the property was laggy but does the work. Try getting the room near to the reception area for stronger wifi connection.

    Best location and was very near to the beach. The property resides at the heart of the city. Mr. Chief was very supportive and helpful. He guided us in all possible ways.

    Stayed in January 2024

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