As Melaka, Malaysia is an important holiday destination in Malaysia, it is not surprising that accommodation is easily obtained there. Hotels range from the rustic budget travellers’ inns to 5-star international chain of hotels. Choose your pick. Below are some of the well-known and better run hotels.
Holiday Inn
The latest addition to a long list of excellent hotels in Melaka. This hotel provides a great view of the picturesque Straits of Melaka and comes with the legendary Holiday Inn service. The Holiday Inn has 275 well appointed rooms ranging from the Standard Rooms to the Executive Rooms and Suites and 4 dining outlets to cater to the most fussy of customers.
Hotel Equatorial
A well known 5-star hotel chain with impeccable service. It is located in Jalan Bandar Hilir with good access to the city centre. Room rates are from RM220.00 upwards and are well stocked with amenities such as a fully stocked mini-bar, coffee/tea making facilities, a good selection of television, radio and movie channels to keep you entertained, IDD telephone, ironing board, personal digital safe, voicemail and well equipped bathroom amongst other things.
Renaissance Hotel
Probably the first 5-star hotel to be build in Melaka. Located in Jalan Bendahara, this hotel has an excellent location which suits the traveller who wishes to explore the inner cities. There is a good chicken rice shop located just by the corner of the hotel and a famous shop called Tan Kim Hock which sells tasty tidbits. Renaissance Hotel itself provides plush and comfortable rooms designed to give the weary traveller a good rest.
Tanjung Bidara Beach Resort
For those keen on the beach and surf, head on over to the Tanjung Bidara Beach Resort, a quaint colonial style resort nestled amongst swaying palm trees. Room amenities are basic but adequate and you can have a choice amongst 50 motel rooms or 15 chalets. Jet skiing is available for the adventurous.
A’ Famosa Resort.
Ready for a fun-filled adrenalin-rushed holiday? Head on over to the A’ Famosa Resort just off the Simpang Ampat toll plaza along the North-South Expressway. This all-in-one holiday destination boasts an international championship 27-hole golf course, a thrilling Water World Theme Park, an Animal World Safari for the adventurous and an Equestrian Club. Accommodation is available in the form of its signature resort hotel, villas and service apartments.
Budget Hotels
There are a host of budget hotels to cater to the budget conscious travellers. Choose your pick from the Semabok Inn, Melaka Youth Hostel and Straits Homestay Lodge amongst others with rates as low as RM60.00. Alternatively, contact your favourite travel agent to arrange for you homestays in quaint Malay village houses or in pre-war Chinese houses.
