Darent vs Golden Host
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Darent
Find and book unique accommodations like apartments, chalets, and villas across Saudi Arabia for short or monthly stays. Discover verified properties offering space, privacy, and a home-like feel. The platform is licensed by the Saudi Ministry of Tourism and offers secure booking for guests and easy listing for property owners.
- Book apartments, chalets, villas, camps, farms
- Short and monthly stay options
- Family-friendly and private accommodations
- Flexible cancellation policies
- Licensed by Saudi Ministry of Tourism
- Secure booking and trusted hosts
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Looking for unique stays in Saudi Arabia? Darent makes it easy to book apartments, chalets, villas, and more — for short stays, weekend getaways, or monthly stays. Whether you’re traveling with family, planning a private escape, or looking for a comfortable long stay, Darent offers a wide range of verified accommodations to match your needs and budget. Why book with Darent? - Apartments, chalets, villas, camps, farms, and unique stays - Short stay and monthly stay options - Family-friendly and private accommodations - Flexible cancellation policies - Licensed platform by the Saudi Ministry of Tourism - Secure booking and trusted hosts across the Kingdom Discover stays with more space, better privacy, and the freedom to feel at home — wherever you go. Are you a property owner? Darent helps hosts earn additional income safely and effortlessly. - List your property in simple steps - Get guidance on pricing and best practices - We handle marketing and guest reach - Receive your earnings securely and on time Join a trusted, regulated platform designed for both guests and hosts. Download Darent today and book your next stay with confidence.
Golden Host
Find daily, monthly, or hourly rentals for apartments, villas, chalets, resorts, stables, and farms across all Saudi Arabian cities. Discover the perfect accommodation for your trip, no matter your destination within the Kingdom.
- Daily, monthly, hourly rentals
- Apartment, villa, chalet rentals
- Resort, stable, farm rentals
- Rentals across all Saudi cities
- Wide destination coverage
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بإيجار يومي او شهري او حتى بالساعة اختر السكن المناسب لك سواء كان شقة، فيلا، شالية، منتجع، اسطبل او مزرعة وفي أي مدينة من مدن المملكة من شمالها لجنوبها و من شرقها لوسطها لغربها وين ما كانت وجهتك داخل المملكة تراك بين أهلها ،، راعي محل
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Darent at 4.6 against Golden Host's 3.3. On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Darent holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18 and 25 respectively.
Darent ships an update every 2 weeks, Golden Host every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on August 29, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Darent | Golden Host |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (18 ratings) — better | 3.3 (25 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 38.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 18 | 25 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.2 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 114 MB | 157 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Darent | GOLDEN HOST TRAVEL & TOURISM SERVICES COMPANY |
Customer experience
Darent
Golden Host
In-app purchases
Darent
No in-app purchases
Golden Host
No in-app purchases
