Hotels in Melaka

Melaka’s status being the UNESCO World Heritage, ensures that it is one of the most visited state in Malaysia. Most people make a day trip to Melaka but staying overnight in the city easily allows one to slowly takes in its rich culture, people and of course, food at their own pace. Here are some of the top recommended hotels in Melaka.

1. Gingerflower Boutique Hotel

Located at the perimeter of heritage Jonker Walk, Gingerflower Boutique Hotel is a restored Peranakan Townhouse offering a stay that reminisce the by-gone days of Melaka. Do not be discouraged by the word ‘by-gone’ as Gingerflower boasts high standard of modern comfort – parquet floor, LCD TV, free-Wifi and marbled bathroom with rain shower.

Gingerflower Boutique Hotel caters to a wide range of traveller group size with its veritable room sizes, from the cosy but well-planned deluxe rooms to family room with occupancy up to 10 person. On top of that, it offers parking space to guests.
Address: No. 13, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock, 75200 Melaka
Contact: +60 6-288 1331

2. Jonker Boutique Hotel

Jonker Boutique Hotel is a well-preserved colonial building, retaining its subdued grey color on its exterior. However, the interior speaks otherwise, strongly oozes an east meets west charm.

The 16-bedroomed hotel is right smack in the middle of Jonker Street. Everything from a cup of coffee, famous chicken rice ball, local snack shops to all the insta-worthy heritage sites can be easily accessed via foot.
A little note for early sleepers though, there is a big stage in front of it, with performance being hold on every weekends and special days.

Most travellers choose Jonker Boutique Hotel (other than location) for rooms that are surprisingly spacious for its compact exterior, and its gated car park.
Address:No. 84, Jalan Tokong, Kampung Tiga, 75200 Melaka
Contact:+60 6-282 5151

3. The Settlement Hotel

Not in the centre of normal tourist haunts, The Settlement Hotel is what we will call ‘away from the hustle bustle’ and yet only requires a short drive to the main actions. The former four-storey government building was refurbished and converted into a boutique hotel that looks both stylish and homely.

Housing 45 rooms and 4 villas, the rooms are contemporary furnished, while the villas are designed like traditional kampung house. You will be amazed by the exquisite Peranakan motifs and carvings used throughout the property and on the furniture.
The hotel is complete with an adequate ballroom for holding modest function or gathering. Worth mentioning is its Long Table Bar which named after a 27 feet long table carved from a single tree trunk.
Address: No. 63, Jalan Ujong Pasir, 75050 Melaka
Contact: +60 6-292 1133

4. The Majestic Hotel

Pic credit by by Michael Coghlan/ CC BY-SA 2.0
The 1929 built mansion had a history and pasts that were no less exciting than a TV drama – a tycoon, the era of glamourous grandson who squandered away the fortune et cetera. Fortuitously, The Majestic Melaka was later, restored and reopened under the management of YTL Hotels.
Today, it stands proud with 54 rooms and a spa village, showcasing its original geometric-patterned tiles, full length windows, projecting columns and plaster reliefs.
Address: No. 188, Jalan Bunga Raya, Melaka, 75100 Melaka
Contact: +60 6-289 8000

5. Timez Modern Heritage Hotel

Traditional style or modern designs? If you’re travelling in a group, you might face a dilemma when all couldn’t unanimously agree on the accommodation. Enter the new kids on the boutique-hotels-block Timez Modern Heritage Hotel.

6. The Blanc Boutique Hotel

If all-white contemporary style is your cup of tea, look no further than The Blanc Boutique Hotel. This brand new fresh-looking hotel offers a very competitive room rates within the vicinity of Jonker Street.

Address: 26-28, Jalan Kubu, 75300 Melaka
Contact: +60 6-286 6611

7. Kapitan Kongsi Hotel

Kapitan Kongsi Hotel probably has the most colourful lobby and grounds in this recommended hotel list. Adorned with Straits Chinese carvings, grandfather clock and bright retro furniture, the hotel created a surprising good vibe from the unassuming mixes.

The rooms are more simplistic in color, giving a more spacious feel and complete with all the modern amenities. On weekends, a night market will take place right at its doorstep, where one can shop for small souvenirs, collectibles and street food for their trip.
Address: No. 53, Jalan KLJ 10 Jaya, Taman Kota Laksamana, 75200 Melaka
Contact: +60 6-775 5555

8. The Bridge Loft

The Bridge Loft is a collection of old shop houses turned residences, located at a quiet alley, leading to the tranquil bank of Melaka River. Experience the ‘living above shoplot’ feel while reminisce on some traditional trades that had survived the stream of time.

Address: No,16 Lorong Jambatan, Kampong Pantai, 75200 Melaka
Contact: +60 12-681 2719