Title: Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=180170&destination=Sungai+Buloh%2C+Selangor%2C+Malaysia&selected=67115977&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool ## Photo gallery for Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool ![Outdoor pool - Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool (Sungai Buloh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67120000/67116000/67115977/d0fdc2fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms - Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool (Sungai Buloh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67120000/67116000/67115977/2eacf62b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Miscellaneous - Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool (Sungai Buloh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67120000/67116000/67115977/578cda25.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool (Sungai Buloh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67120000/67116000/67115977/8c2f2c49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool (Sungai Buloh)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67120000/67116000/67115977/1558ccdb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool provides a terrace and more. 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[Visit our Sungai Buloh travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sungai-Buloh.dx180170) [View more Holiday homes in Kuala Lumpur](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kuala-Lumpur-Private-Holiday-Homes.d180008-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C3.21387%2C101.50882&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5dpy6KMr0S9C2S34kHhUiFobBTo=) Sungai Buloh, Selangor ### What's nearby - ![1 Utama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9517/0aed28ca-de60-46d8-92cc-c574eeb4429f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) 1 Utama 18 min drive \- 13.4 miles - Genting Arena of Stars 7 min drive \- 4.5 miles - First World Plaza Mall 7 min drive \- 4.5 miles - SEGi University Kota Damansara 12 min drive \- 9.4 miles - KidZania 18 min drive \- 12.9 miles ### Getting around - Kuala Lumpur Kuang KTM Komuter Station 11 min drive - Subang (SZB-Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah) 25 min drive ### Restaurants - Sala Thai Seafood 12 min walk - Warung Koppi 70’s 18 min walk - Om yai restaurant 8 min walk - Burger Royal 18 min walk - Restoren Seafood Haniza 9 min walk ## About this property ### Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool Property highlights Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool provides a terrace and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas. Other perks at this holiday home include: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking Room features All guest rooms at Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool feature comforts, such as private pools and air conditioning. 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check-in end time: 5:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 12:00 PM ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Breakage deposit: EUR 25.02 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit/debit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool have a pool? ### Is Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool? ### What time is check-in at Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool? ### What time is check-out at Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool? ### Where is Mri Homestay Sg Buloh - 3 Br House Ground Floor With Centralised Private Pool located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ---