We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in Melaka, Malaysia. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated November 2023.
Super central. Trendy. Comfortable beds. Set within 600 metres of Straits Chinese Jewelry Museum Malacca and 1.3 km of The Stadthuys, Liu Men Melaka - by Preference offers rooms in Melaka. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the hotel. Popular points of interest near Liu Men Melaka - by Preference include Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, Jonker Street and Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum. The nearest airport is Melaka International Airport, 12 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Based on my research this is one of the most CENTRAL boutique hotels in Melaka. It also has a central location.
Creative. Stylish. Very clean. Popular among business travellers. Housed in a heritage building showcasing traditional Peranakan culture, Baba House Melaka is a 3-minute walk from bustling Jonker Street. Massage services, free Wi-Fi and free parking await guests. Central Melaka Bus Station is 10 minutes away by car. Baba House Melaka is within 1 km from historic landmarks, Christ Church and A’Famosa. Rooms exude old-world charm with its detailed carvings and classic dark wood furnishings. Tea and coffee making facilities are provided, together with a TV and direct dial telephone. Guests can rent a bicycle and explore the surrounding areas, or sit in the hotel’s courtyard and enjoy afternoon tea. The hotel offers laundry and dry cleaning services for guests’ convenience. Baba Café serves a variety of traditional Peranakan favourites. The garden terrace provides a place for unwinding over a refreshing drink.Show full description
This hotel has exceptional cleanliness and a great location in Melaka!
Central. Comfortable beds. Friendly staff. Tastefully restored from a Peranakan culture townhouse, Heeren Straits Hotel offers boutique accommodation in Melaka. Featuring mid-century architecture, it also houses an on-site restaurant. Rooms are adorned with Italian marble en suite bathroom, fitted with rain showers and luxury bath amenities. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Also featured are air-conditioning, a flat-screen satellite TV and plush bedding. At Heeren Straits Hotel you will also find meeting room facilities and a children's play area. A terrace is available for guests who want to unwind after a long day in the sun. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The hotel also offers bike hire. Porta de Santiago is 900 metres from Heeren Straits Hotel, while Sam Po Kong Temple is 1.2 km away. The nearest airport is Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 86 km from the property.Show full description
This boutique hotel has super comfortable beds and amazing staff.
Opened February 2022. Featuring a terrace, bar and views of city, Heeren By The River is located in Melaka, 200 metres from Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum. This property is situated a short distance from attractions such as Menara Taming Sari, Porta de Santiago, and Christ Church Melaka. The hotel features family rooms. At the hotel, each room includes a wardrobe. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, all units at Heeren By The River have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms have a seating area. All rooms will provide guests with a desk and a kettle. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Straits Chinese Jewelry Museum Malacca, Cheng Hoon Teng Temple and The Stadthuys. The nearest airport is Melaka International Airport, 8 km from Heeren By The River.Show full description
Very central. Elegant. Cosy rooms. Popular among business travellers. Heeren Palm Suites is located in Melaka. Free WiFi access is available. Each room provides you with air-conditioning, a minibar, electric kettle and a seating area. The private bathroom comes with a shower and hairdryer. The Parameswara Suite also includes a bathtub. Extras include a sofa, desk and a safety deposit box. At Heeren Palm Suites, you will find a 24-hour front desk and two well-restored air wells. Other facilities offered at the property include a library and luggage storage. The property offers limited free parking. The hotel is a mere 5-minute walk from Jonker Street, 600 metres from Christ Church, 900 metres from Porta de Santiago and 1.2 km from Sam Po Kong Temple. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 86 km away.Show full description
Highly elegant. Central. Great restaurant. Boasting heritage architecture and parts of a mansion dated back to 1920, The Majestic Malacca Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is set along the banks of Melaka River and features elegantly decorated guest rooms. This boutique hotel hosts a spa with Peranakan-inspired treatments and an outdoor pool. The en suite bathroom is separated by wooden sliding doors and features a top bath as well as luxury bath amenities. The Majestic Malacca Hotel - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is 1.2 km from Jonker Walk and is 1.6 km from A Famosa. Free WiFi is accessible throughout and free parking is provided. The bright and spacious rooms are well-appointed with floor-to-ceiling windows, timber flooring and teak bed frame. You can have a pampering Peranakan therapy at Spa Village or take a refreshing dip in the pool. The hotel’s library offers a quiet spot for reading. Friendly staff at the 24-hour front desk are ready to assist you with airport transfers and tour information. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 134 km from the property.Show full description
I think this is one of the most ELEGANT boutique hotels in Melaka.
Opened April 2023. Courtyard by Marriott Melaka has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Melaka. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can make use of a bar. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bidet. All guest rooms feature a wardrobe. A buffet breakfast is available every morning at Courtyard by Marriott Melaka. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include The Stadthuys, Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum and Straits Chinese Jewelry Museum Malacca. The nearest airport is Melaka International Airport, 6 km from Courtyard by Marriott Melaka.Show full description
Cool. Stylish. Superb breakfast. Located in Melaka, less than 1 km from The Stadthuys, Treasures Hotel and Suites provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service, luggage storage space and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.2 km from Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum. All units are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a coffee machine, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. The units include a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. The hotel offers a sun terrace. Popular points of interest near Treasures Hotel and Suites include Straits Chinese Jewelry Museum Malacca, Menara Taming Sari and Cheng Hoon Teng Temple. The nearest airport is Melaka International Airport, 8 km from the accommodation.Show full description
This boutique hotel has a highly rated breakfast and a unique rooftop pool!
The Sterling Boutique Hotel Melaka offers elegant colonial-style accommodation with free WiFi. The boutique hotel is 500 metres from the city's famous heritage sites and it features a rooftop restaurant overlooking Malacca city skyline. Free parking is provided while airport transfers are also offered. The spacious rooms are well-appointed with floor-to-ceiling windows and neutral colors. Certain rooms have a private sun deck with a spa bath, while some have a seating area. The en suite bathroom includes free toiletries. Accessible rooms are also available. Daily breakfast is served at The Loft, while a variety of lunch and dining options are located within a 2-minute walk from the property. Staff at the 24-hour reception are happy to answer your questions about nearby landmarks. Among the facilities offered on site are laundry service, luggage storage and a business centre. You can also buy snacks at the minimarket. Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall and Mahkota Parade shopping centres are 1 km from The Sterling Boutique Hotel Melaka, while Jonker Walk is 850 metres from the property. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a 134 km drive away.Show full description
Great value. Featuring free WiFi and a fitness centre, Ibis Melaka offers accommodation in Melaka, 400 metres from Sam Po Kong Temple. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on site. Offering white and ash-brown interiors with a dash of red, rooms are Ibis Melaka come air-conditioned. Each room has a flat-screen satellite TV, open closet and a work desk. Bathrooms have shower facilities. Slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer are provided. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Bike hire is available at this hotel and the area is popular for cycling. Porta de Santiago is 700 metres from Ibis Melaka, while St John's Fort is 1.6 km away. The nearest airport is Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 87 km from Ibis Melaka.Show full description
Great value. Great restaurant. Set within a 10-minute walk to Melaka's historic sites, Moty Hotel offers elegant guest rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi throughout the property. It also houses a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. Free parking is provided for guests who drive. Decorated in warm colors, each room is appointed with a flat-screen satellite TV and a minibar. The en suite bathroom comes with separate bath and shower facilities. Open for all-day dining, Mo Tasty serves Malaysian cuisine and Western delights. Floor One provides a lounge for drinks in the evening. Room service is available upon request. Adults can relax in the whirlpool while the little ones play in the kids' pool. Other leisure options include a spa and a sauna with separate facilities for men and women. Staff at the reception are happy to assist you with laundry service and luggage storage. Little India is 1.2 km from Moty Hotel and Jonker Walk is 1.4 km away. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 136 km from the property.Show full description
Elegant. Great views. Great restaurant. Situated along Melaka's lively waterfront, Holiday Inn Melaka offers spacious rooms with stunning sea or city views and flat-screen TVs. It features buffet breakfasts, an infinity pool and a Balinese-inspired spa. Located next to Mahkota Parade Shopping Mall, Melaka Holiday Inn provides free shuttle services to nearby attractions. The Melaka River Walk experience is 9 minutes away while A Famosa Fort and St. Paul’s Church are 5 minutes from the property. It is a 3-hour drive from Singapore and a 2-hour drive from Kuala Lumpur. Decorated with Malaysian-style fabrics, air-conditioned rooms offer the comfort of classic furnishings and ample workspace. They come with a safe and a private bathroom with a bathtub. Guests can exercise in the fitness centre, or relax in the sauna. Tour and business services are provided. Wood-fired pizzas are served at Sirocco Italian Restaurant, while hearty buffet spreads with international dishes are offered at es.sence Kitchen. Herron's Kopi Counter and Sirocco Bar are ideal for light snacks and drinks.Show full description
Opened April 2022. Located in Melaka, 1.3 km from The Stadthuys, The Shore Hotel & Residences By Lá VISTA provides accommodation with a bar, private parking and a tennis court. With a terrace, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property features a year-round outdoor pool, indoor pool, fitness centre and garden. Guest rooms are equipped with a fridge, minibar, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Selected rooms come with a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a stovetop. The rooms in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer. The Shore Hotel & Residences By Lá VISTA offers a range of wellness facilities including a sauna and a hot tub. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum and Straits Chinese Jewelry Museum Malacca. The nearest airport is Melaka International Airport, 7 km from The Shore Hotel & Residences By Lá VISTA.Show full description
Conveniently located in the heart of Melaka City, the 4-star Hatten Hotel Melaka is a 15-minute walk from the lively Jonker Street. This property boasts an outdoor pool, a restaurant and elegant rooms with free internet. Hatten Hotel Melaka is linked to Dataran Pahlawan via an indoor air-conditioned link bridge. It is also a 10-minute walk from A Famosa, Menara Taming Sari and the Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum. Elegant rooms feature stylish modern interiors and floor-to-ceiling windows that offer views of the pool, city or sea. They are well equipped with 2 flat-screen TVs, personal safe and an attached bathroom. Chatterz restaurant serves a spread of local and international dishes. 24-hour room service is also available upon request. Relax by the pool, sauna or steam rooms on the 12th floor. Guests who wish to travel can make car rental and daytrip plans at the 24-hour reception.Show full description
Hip. Creative. Comfortable beds. Rosa Malacca is set in Melaka, 900 metres from Sam Po Kong Temple. Free WiFi access is provided throughout the property. Featuring contemporary-industrial decor, all rooms come with air conditioning, LED satellite TV and en suite bathroom with free toiletries. Certain units offer views of the garden or city. There is a 24-hour front desk, a business centre and gift shop at the property. Porta de Santiago is 1 km from Rosa Malacca, while Melaka Sentral is 3.7 km away. The nearest airport is Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 88 km from Rosa Malacca.Show full description
I think this place could be the coolest, most CREATIVE AND STYLISH boutique hotel in Melaka! WOW!
Conveniently situated along Jonker Street, Swiss Hotel Heritage Boutique Melaka offers elegant and comfortable accommodation with free WiFi access in the entire property. Featuring free parking on site, the property is just a 5-minute walk from The Stadthuys. The property provides high-speed internet connection during your stay. Fitted with parquet flooring, air-conditioned rooms include a desk, clothes rack, electric kettle and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The en suite bathroom comes with towels, shower facility, hairdryer and free toiletries. At Swiss Hotel Heritage Boutique Melaka, friendly staff is fluently-conversed in Malay and English. Luggage storage is available, while lift facility is provided for guests’ convenience. This non-smoking property is just 700 metres from Christ Church and 900 metres from Porta de Santiago. Sam Po Kong Temple is 1.3 km away, while Kuala Lumpur International Airport is accessible with an 86 km drive.Show full description
Strategically located in Melaka, The Imperial Heritage Melaka offers modern and homely accommodation with free WiFi access throughout the property. It features a fitness centre, a 24-hour front desk and free parking space on site. Just 400 metres from Porta de Santiago, the hotel is within 700 metres from Christ Church and Sam Po Kong Temple. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is approximately 87 km away. Offering views of the city, air-conditioned rooms and suites come with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a laptop-compatible safe and ironing facilities. Minibar and electric kettle are also included. The en suite bathroom has hairdryer and shower facility. At The Imperial Heritage Melaka, guests can approach the friendly staff for assistance with luggage storage, laundry/dry cleaning services and meeting/banquet arrangements. Airport transfers and shuttle services can be provided at a surcharge. Guests have access to tablet computer facilities at the Pomelo Networking Lounge on the first floor. This non-smoking property houses a restaurant serving an appetising selection of local and Asian cuisine. Meals can also be enjoyed in the privacy of guests' rooms.Show full description
Opened February 2023. Located in Melaka and with The Stadthuys reachable within 1.6 km, Greystone 99 Suites provides an outdoor swimming pool, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a fitness centre. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1.9 km from Porta de Santiago, 400 metres from St. Peter's Church and 1.1 km from Plaza Hang Tuah. Menara Taming Sari is 2.1 km away and St John's Fort is 3.4 km from the hotel. All units in the hotel are equipped with a kettle. Every room comes with air conditioning, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV, and certain units at Greystone 99 Suites have a balcony. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum, Straits Chinese Jewelry Museum Malacca and Cheng Hoon Teng Temple. The nearest airport is Melaka International Airport, 6 km from Greystone 99 Suites.Show full description
Overlooking the historical Melaka River, Swiss-Garden Hotel Melaka welcomes guests with Olympic-size infinity pools, a tennis court and free WiFi access. It offers direct access to the The Shore Shopping Mall and Shore Oceanarium Complex. This modern building stands tall at 32-storeys. The property is only a 10-minute walk from the famous Jonker Street and 900 metres from Christ Church and Sam Po Kong Temple. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 86 km away. Enjoying panoramic views of the ocean and Melaka River, rooms at Swiss-Garden Hotel Melaka are elegantly furnished and fully air-conditioned. Amenities include a balcony, an en suite bathroom, and a comfortable seating area. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist you with a meeting/banquet facilities and free private parking facilities. Children will enjoy the large wading pool available on-site. Both Asian and international meals can be enjoyed at The Garden Terrence.Show full description
Great views. Grand Swiss-Belhotel Melaka - formerly LaCrista Hotel Melaka adds to the charm of Melaka's skyline, with its glass-domed ceilings and Roman pillars. It is 5 minutes' drive from the local attractions in this UNESCO World Heritage Town. Local landmarks like Farmosa and St. Paul Hill are within a 10-minute stroll from Grand Swiss-Belhotel Melaka - formerly LaCrista Hotel Melaka. It is a 1-hour 30-minute drive from the nearest airport, Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Warm neutral colours and wooden furnishings give the air-conditioned rooms at Grand Swiss-Belhotel Melaka - formerly LaCrista Hotel Melaka a cosy yet elegant feel. Fitted with wall-to-wall carpeting, each is equipped with a satellite TV, minibar and personal safe. Guests may soak up the sun by the beautiful outdoor pool, or arrange golf games (at least 3 days in advance) at the nearby Tiara Melaka Golf & Country Club or Orna Golf Resort. Grand Swiss-Belhotel Melaka - formerly LaCrista Hotel Melaka also provides a gaming centre ( Novoid Arena ) and free parking. An international breakfast buffet can be enjoyed at #Stad Restaurant, while authentic Cantonese and Szechuan dishes are served at Law's Specialty Restaurant.Show full description
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