Reviews of SMITH'S HOMESTAY

Mr. Smith and his wife welcomed me very friendly after my long journey from Suriname. Mr. Smith helped me to order a taxi to get to the atm because I did not chose to contact him in advance to make a pre-payment. After the driver overcharged me, he immediately called the company's boss to make sure I would get the overcharged amount back (which worked just fine). The rooms were very clean and there was a/c working. Also the shower and toilet were clean and they hand out towels in case needed. WiFi is fast enough to stream movies or sports. The breakfast is an English breakfast including eggs, toast and sausages and Ms. Smith prepared it every morning at whatever time I woke up. Mr. Smith also offers airport transfers for a reasonable price. The communication with them was great, they were very loblvely and helpful, also for tours and information, and I really enjoyed my stay at their guest house. Thank you very much!

I missed nothing, I had an amazing stay!

location and staff

o hot water in shower

The room was in a cozy environment and the beds were comfortable. I felt that the whole place exuded a welcome to an open embrace.

Maybe it would be better with my own toilet but it was absolutely no problem

Very helpful with the guest !!

Very friendly family, Elvis and Claudia have a great hospitality and make you feel at home. Elvis dropped me off at the airport twice, gave me tips to get around, and even shared a beer and cake on his birthday. 100% recommend if you want to explore the local culture.

I had an absolutely delightful experience here and it truly felt like a home away from home.Claudia and Elvis were incredibly lovely and welcoming, which made my stay throughly enjoyable. I had a fantastic time and can’t thank them enough for their hospitality. I look forward to my return soon! Thankyou Claudia and Elvis

I did not stay ,it was not of my expectations

Everything

The Smiths were wonderful, helpful and courteous.

The time was too short. 😃

This guesthouse was spectacular... The couple that runs it were so hospitable and fun to talk to that I didn't want to leave. The guesthouse itself has such an authentic Caribbean feel to it that it could be used in a movie. Really great stay all around.

I appreciated this homestay as a soft landing for my trip to Guyana. Elvis and Claudia were kind and friendly. As long as you set your expectations for staying in a local's home and living life as they would live it, I do not think you'll be disappointed. The room was clean. The a/c and wifi worked well. The breakfast was nice. If you need a hotel experience, this is not for you.

Nothing

My 19yo daughter had a very hostile reception at this place where they yelled at her and bullied her from the moment she stepped in the door. These people were crazy! She called me for help because they weren't listening to her while she was calmly and respectfully trying to communicate with them about finding an ATM so she could get cash to pay, and I could here them aggessively yelling at her demanding cash right now while she was trying to speak and ask for their help to find an ATM. She had arrived by herself in this country at night, completely dependent on their service and accomodation and now she became very afraid and was near tears and wanted to leave but the man told her she couldn't. And after another half hour of she and trying to figure out what to do on the phone with them continuing to yell and badger her, the man told her he didn't want her staying there and kicked her out in the middle of the night! Thankfully, at least, the woman started to be nicer (after we said we would report them) and offered to call the taxi back to take her away to another hotel where they were very kind and helpful and she was able to recover. My daughter was very shaken from this experience! She's traveled solo around the world (part of her World Record journey raising funds for UN Women and women's empowerment) and never ever been treated with such hostility. I have no idea how these people are able to run an establisment because from what I heard on the phone, they sounded highly volatile and dysfunctional. There has since been a review on Google where a couple experienced the exact same thing happened to them! Even on Booking.com, there was somebody who mentioned how Mr.Smith gets moody if he doesn't like what you say. So it is not just solo females. I am not one to give negative reviews, I always look for the positive and try to support the places that we stay at.

The beds were comfortable.

I have been travelling for about 8 years and this was my worst experience through Booking.com. I confirm a comment I have previously read about the place: the owner is terrible, agressive, absolutely rude and mean. We arrived after a long journey by land from Suriname and he was yelling at us for no reason, forcing us to pay him immediately. He wanted US$ which we didn't have, forced us to get to an ATM to withdraw cash as soon as possible. He even drove us there for a fee so he can make money at the same time. For information it is written on Booking.com that he accepts credit card which is a lie. I honestly don't think that he legally declares the money he makes. Once this was sorted out, he said that he upgraded us but this was actually the room that I have booked (that has two double beds) and he downgraded on the next day because he had other customers in this same room. We finally didn't spend the night in the room we booked. Early in the morning, he was shouting (like most of the time) which woke us up. (I need to say that his wife usually stays out of everything and she seemed to be a really nice lady.) The owner was only nice and polite with us when it was about getting money from us like going to the airport for $US 50. Often he was offering to drive us to the city for a fee whereas there is a bus stop right across the road of this place (bus ride is $US 0.5). We honestly didn't feel comfortable staying with this man, we only stayed with the commodity of not having to look for another hotel and because we had already paid. I can't recommend him at all. I will also contact Booking.com to report him and his behavior. This is not a way to treat customers.

Family is very nice and chatty You share their home The cheapest option by a long way Owner woke up extremely early to let me in

Not much in the area (however fairly easy to get to the centre with the bus ) Bed is not the comfiest Cash only payment

We had breakfast prepared on the requested time. We could print out visa documents. Water and nescafe is available. Aircon is working fine. Hosts are helpful. Shared bathroom and shower. It’s difficult to evaluate as it is Guyana. So much different then Europe.

Elvis and his wife Claudia are exceptional hosts who truly care about their guests. During our stay, they showed unparalleled kindness and generosity, even dedicating an entire day to help us explore my partner’s family roots. His local knowledge and genuine interest in ensuring we had an unforgettable experience made the trip truly special. When we faced unexpected challenges, Elvis was a steady and reassuring presence, going out of his way to support us and make us feel safe and cared for. From thoughtful recommendations (including helping us to organise a trip to the Kaieteur falls!) to seamless transportation and heartfelt hospitality, Elvis went far beyond what we could have ever expected. Staying with him isn’t just a place to rest—it’s an experience that will leave you with unforgettable memories and a deep appreciation for his kindness.

Be prepared for the fact it can be reasonably loud in the evenings, and that it is a shared bathroom. For what we paid, the value was amazing and we’d come back again in a heartbeat.

I thoroughly enjoyed staying at Smith’s Homestay. I was very pleased with the staff, they were able to provide me with information on questions when asked. They provided a warm environment and I love observed them interacting with other guests in a very friendly manner. When I visit Guyana again I will book with Smith’s Homestay. lovely people.

I have no negative comments to provide. I was treated quite well for the 14 days I stayed there.

Lovely clean, simple room with air con. Very comfortable mattress. Elvis was very friendly.

Host was very courteous.

Rooms are due for major refurbishment, doors, windows, locks need replacing. Bathroom requires a full makeover.

Breakfast was good. Arranged for my airport pick up/drop off with Elvis and he gave me contact info for the bus to Suriname. He also let me have an early check in that accommodated my early flight.

There is no soundproofing at all, just a random wall put in that is not fully closed off at the top so you can hear everything is going on around you. Loud TV going on at all times and just alot of noise which was very unpleasant. Water was also an issue, the bathroom sink barely had water and several times the toilet had flushing issues. The power also went out at night two of the four nights I was here and so the AC would turn off and very hot and uncomfortable to sleep and my phone couldnt charge either when that happened.