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Reviews of By The Sea, Penang

Jalan Batu Ferringi, 11050 Batu Ferringhi, Malaysia

#7 of 110 vacation rentals in Batu Ferringhi

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Review Score

Based on 317 apartment reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free Wifi

    8.7

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  • Reviewed: August 15, 2025

    9.0
    Lovely spacious, well equipped apartment with super pool.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Two-Bedroom Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The only small downside was the long journey to Georgetown snd the Kek long se temple/ Penang Hill. (45mins to 1 hour each way) but on the plus side, the apartment is worth it and near Batu Ferringhi beach and Penang national park.

    Really lovely spacious and well equipped apartments, with excellent swimming pool. Laundry room with washing machine, dryer and clever clothes drying system. Right by the beach.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2025

    10
    good place to stay if you have a big family.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Penthouse Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nil

    the location

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Partial Ocean View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Need more care of the furniture

    Near beach, spacious apartment, all amenities are there for you in the apartment, very nice setup and design for the washing machine and dryer in a separate locker. You got access to the pool.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2025

    10
    We had a great family gathering here ! Highly recommended!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Partial Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything …

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 31, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The price was a bit high, I don't know if it came from the host or booking but it seems a bit expensive even though the place was awesome it feels a bit off market. The security was off but it's being maintained so It'll probably get fixed soon.

    Very good location near the beach. The swimming pool is perfect. The apartment is spacious and well furnished, the kitchen is fantastic. Bathrooms as well. The host answered very quickly and was super nice, he let us make an early check-in.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 25, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The fan in the master room was a bit noisy.

    The location, access to the beach and restaurants, the spacious apartment, view from the balcony, and the wonderful and helpful owner.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2025

    9.0
    Great location, good facilities, nice room especially the room with the smart lock
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Partial Ocean View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The pillows could use some improvement but other than that everything is great 👍🏻

    Location very good and within walking distance to the night markets. Water pressure in the bathroom is amazing. Infinity pool has good views of the sunset and beach.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2025

    9.0
    Loved our stay at By The Sea. Would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to stay in Batu Ferringhi.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 8 nights

    The apartment was spacious and clean and was in a fantastic location. We had two families (one of four people and one of five people) and we had plenty of room for all of us. The amenities in the apartment were great and very functional. The property was managed by Doel and he was great to deal with. He was very prompt with all of his responses and he gave us all the answers to our queries and some great recommendations.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Penthouse Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Could have better toiletries and tea/coffee etc

    Spacious

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 14, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Convenient check inn process

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: June 30, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location. Near to restaurant and shops. Room are simple , clean and spacious. Beach are not private but still ok.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 27, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Partial Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No comment

    Absolutely fantastic location and clean, modern apartment.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Partial Ocean View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No problem, everyone was very satisfied, including me.

    Beautiful place with view, clean + spacious apartment, easy check-in, food is everywhere, night activities on the beach are amazing

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 22, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Good communication in the lead up to check-in. Big apartment with everything you would need. Great location, lots of quality places to eat near by and the bus stop to Escape Penang, just across the road.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2025

    9.0
    Chilled beach vibe
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location to the beach and nearby restaurants and bars.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 28, 2025

    8.0
    Great residence
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very big and nice pool with view on the sea. Super clean. Residence is perfectly situated few meters from the beach where there are plenty of nice bars and restaurants

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 23, 2025

    8.0
    Good value for money for our family of 4.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The only thing that really could have been better was more towels - for example, there were no hand towels and no face washers; also decent sized bath mats would have been great.

    Getting into the property was easy - with the key left in a lock box next to the Security team. We were impressed with the Security - they were helpful and friendly. Our rooms looked out onto a mosque - and the prayers did wake us at 6am each morning, but that wasn't a huge issue. We did use the pool a couple of times (which was patrolled by the Security team also).

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 19, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Garden View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing! (Which is a miracle for me)!

    Bathroom toiletries, towels, extra pillows, and cleaning products were provided. Check-in details were communicated clearly. The apartment was in a good location. 1 floor down and directly out to the swimming pool. Not overlooking the pool and beach was on the opposite side, so it was much quieter. Wasn't expecting much, as it's been a while since we last visited By The Sea. Pleasantly surprised at the clean, well-kept apartment that hasnt deteriorated and improved beach area.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2025

    9.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Good and positive vibe...clean environment...the apartment we stayed was clean and tidy...owner was very helpful

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 8, 2025

    8.0
    It was an enjoyable vacation with all the amenities nearby.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Penthouse Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The property is very large but can only allowable limited paxs. If can allow bigger paxs even at higher prices that will be value for money. We booked two units level 2 and 7. The size of the level unit can fit all. We would love that better.

    1. Access to the beach 2. Lots of activities at the beach, boating, banana boat, 3. Lots of night activities 4. Plenty of food outlets by the beach. 5. Restaurants and convenience stores within walking distance. 6. masjid next door.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 6, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Well it was nice and the clean sheets had some bleach stains on and some of the taps were a little bit hot turn off but apart from that it was great.

    The host was terrific. it was super close to the beach

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 6, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment with Balcony
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent...

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 28, 2025

    10
    Mr Doel Ooi is helpful, his response to our request is very fast .
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Partial Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No hand towel provided.

    Clean and well equipped.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 16, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment with Partial Ocean View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Pool is the best in this property. Unfortunately we have never seen the sea so blue then the picture. We were weekdays and nobody take bath in the sea as us. The area is very local, they are very lovely. Happily we met lots of monkey on the beach.

    Stayed in March 2025

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