Durian Guesthouse in Kulai

Most of us treat JB like our second home – pop over for a quick massage, feast on lok lok, then rush back before the jams hit. But just a 40-minute car ride or 50-minute train ride from JB Sentral is Kulai, a lesser-known town in Johor without the crowds and where slow living is a thing.

And if you’re looking to stay the night, check out Durian Guesthouse – a cosy kampung-style Airbnb that ticks all the boxes of a nature escape you’ve been manifesting.

The current exchange rate is RM1 = ~S$0.30 as of 20th May 2025.

What is Durian Guesthouse?

This isn’t just another aesthetic Airbnb for your weekend getaway pics – Durian Guesthouse is a homestay run by a local couple who have poured their heart and soul into the place.

The space itself is an 80-year-old farmhouse that took the couple 14 months to rebuild, and now sits on a 7,000 sq ft permaculture farm, where they grow their own spices, fruits, and veggies. They also make handmade soaps for guests.