12 Budget Hotels in Melaka That Don’t Feel Cheap!
One thing I’ve carried on from growing up in a frugal family is choosing budget hotels on travels, regardless of the place. It wasn’t just a practice to save money, but a way to allocate more budget into other things like flights, activities, food, etc.
With Melaka, however, you won’t have to skimp on your accommodations just to save money on entrance fees to attractions like Zoo Melaka, Mini Malaysia, etc. It has tons of budget hotels that don’t feel cheap, and we’re here to share the best ones with you for your inevitable trip!
Whether you’re travelling solo, with a partner, a friend group or your family, you’ll find something to your liking on our list. Let’s get started!
The Baba House
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Address: 121-127, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock
Contact details: +60 6-280 6888
Cost: $$
The Baba House doesn’t look like your typical hotel, and that’s exactly what makes it charming! Instead of the usual tall building, it comes in the form of a traditional Peranakan mansion, one that’s filled with intricate carvings, old-timey doors, and beautifully preserved vintage decor.
This very charm is evident in the hotel’s rooms as well, with each one featuring stunning wooden decor. Don’t fret, though, as they’re also decked out with modern amenities, from fast Wi-Fi connections to flat-screen TVs, en-suite toilets and baths.
The hotel also features rooftop pools—yep, plural! These small and shallow pools are perfect for getting that perfect tan while admiring beautiful views of Melaka.
Pro tip:
Before hitting the hay, we recommend heading to the hotel’s courtyard to catch their chill movie nights! They’ll project a movie on the hotel’s walls while you and your loved ones can sit comfortably and eat your favourite snacks.
Hotel Puri Melaka
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Address: 118, Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock
Contact details: +60 6-282 5588
Cost: $$
Hotel Puri Melaka is the perfect example that you can preserve tradition while embracing modernity. It perfectly conserves its Baba Nyonya roots through its beautiful Peranakan architectural design while offering amenities and facilities you’d typically find in modern hotels.
For instance, the hotel features a fully-fledged spa where you can spend a relaxing day after a day filled with activities. It offers various spa treatments like massages and facials while surrounding you with a serene environment in one of the hotel’s wings.
The suites are beautiful and spacious, featuring preserved wooden decor and vintage orange tiles. However, the family suite takes the cake, as it features two storeys and multiple bedrooms that feature the same motif found in the entire hotel.
Pro tip:
If you’re working remotely and you don’t want to be confined within the four walls of your room, you can bring your laptop to the hotel’s garden cafe. It offers a relaxing ambience and a wide array of drinks and snacks that are sure to get those brain juices flowing!
Ibis Melaka
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Address: 249, Jalan Bendahara, Kampung Bukit China
Contact details: +60 6-222 8888
Cost: $$
If you want to stay in one of the busiest areas in the city, then Ibis Melaka should be on your radar! It’s located along Jonker Street, which is home to a vibrant night market and countless charming shops that offer clothes, food, souvenirs, and local arts and crafts.
Location aside, this hotel is great because it’s in the mid-tier space in terms of pricing while offering world-class rooms and facilities. Starting with the rooms, each suite is spacious and decked out with a simplistic design and modern amenities.
As for its facilities, the main star of the show is the massive outdoor swimming pool, where every family can enjoy a splashing fun time! This is especially true for the kids, as there’s also a playground located in the grounds.
Pro tip:
During your stay, make sure to stop by the Jonker Street Night Market at least once to sample some of Malaysia’s most famous street foods!
The Pines Melaka
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Address: 33, Jalan Tun Sri Lanang
Contact details: +60 6-240 2323
Cost: $$
The Pines Melaka is a living proof that you don’t have to go overboard with your budget just to stay in a 4-star hotel! Towering over the heart of Melaka, The Pines offers travellers a lavish stay in one of their luxurious modern rooms.
However, we have a feeling that you’d want to spend more time outside your room, as the hotel boasts saltwater swimming pools, a playground, and a convenient location. Moreover, you can also rent bikes in the hotel to explore the surrounding streets and discover hidden cafes.
The hotel also features several dining options that offer Western delights, local Malay classics, breakfasts, and more. Personally, we love spending time at The Oak Kopitiam because it offers amazing specialty drinks like Hainanese Tea.
Pro tip:
Follow their official IG page to get a chance to save even more money by booking a room during one of their promo periods! They usually offer discounts and special packages during the holidays.
Estadia Hotel
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Address: Terminal Pahlawan, Jln Merdeka
Contact details: +60 6-227 9600
Cost: $
Estadia Hotel is among the most affordable hotels located in the heart of Melaka, but the quality of stay they offer here feels anything but cheap! For starters, each room is designed with Peranakan motifs, and comes with all the modern amenities a guest needs for a comfy stay.
One of the unique features that this hotel has is its 24-hour flexible package, which gives guests the freedom to choose their preferred check-in/check-out times. This is great for budget travellers who had to opt for flights with awkward arrivals/departures to save money.
The hotel also boasts two dining options: Makan Nyonya and Baba’s Lounge. The former is perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner while the latter is great for lounging in the afternoon or sipping cocktails at night!
Pro tip:
You can save money and take the bus to get to the hotel by dropping off at the Opposite Mahkota Medical Centre station.
Jonker Boutique Hotel
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Address: 84, Jalan Tokong, Kampung Tiga
Contact details: +60 6-282 5151
Cost: $$
Jonker Boutique Hotel is a charming spot that’s perfect for budget travellers who want to stay in the middle of all the action. It sits in one of the busiest spots in Melaka that sees the most nightlife and food crawls.
The rooms aren’t too shabby as well, featuring modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, bathtubs, mini-refrigerators, etc. They’re surprisingly spacious too, as even the smallest suite they offer features 22 square metres.
Furthermore, staying here grants you access to the hotel’s sister company, Jetty Suites. This place features a swimming pool, a tennis court and even a small putting course!
Pro tip:
If you’re looking for a quick side trip during your free day in the area, you can visit the Knife Gallery located just next door! It offers an informative look at the history of Malaysian knives and swords that had a huge impact in shaping the country’s agricultural and culinary scene.
Venus Boutique Hotel
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Address: 18, Jalan Pm 6, Plaza Mahkota
Contact details: +60 16-710 7108
Cost: $
Venus Boutique Hotel is great for travellers who are just looking for a place to crash during their trip to Melaka. It offers neat, spacious and comfy rooms at ridiculously low prices without skimping on quality.
It doesn’t feature any fancy facilities or noteworthy designs, but it makes up for them by offering a convenient location. Located in Malacca’s heart, the hotel will let you stay a stone’s throw away from the city’s best cafes, restaurants, and stores!
Come nighttime, you can also check out Pahlawan Walk Night Market to go on a hunt for the best fried street food this city has to offer. If you want our advice, go for the pisang goreng, also known as banana fritters.
Pro tip:
While you’re here, make sure to stop by the city’s famous Upside Down House to take wacky and mind-bending photos with your loved ones! Ticket rates start at RM12 for locals and RM16 for foreigners.
Eco Tree Hotel
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Address: 1, Jalan Melaka Raya 9, Taman Melaka Raya
Contact details: +60 6-292 1888
Cost: $
Until today, we can’t wrap our heads around how affordable the rooms at Eco Tree Hotel are. It was a few years back when our family stayed at one of their duplex units, and we were surprised to discover that we still saved more money as opposed to booking a 3-star hotel.
Eco Tree Hotel also features a beautiful sky deck that features 360-degree views of the panoramic skyline. This level is also where you’ll find the hotel’s swimming pool and bar, making it a great spot to hang out even after sundown.
The location of the hotel is unmatched as well, being smack dab in Melaka’s hotspot, with nearby attractions and hipster cafes that are worth checking out.
Pro tip:
If you’re looking for some quality Western food, head across the street to Uncle Don’s and order their renowned dishes like pizza, fish and chips, and pork ribs. Alternatively, you can head to Restoran Ole Sayang located beside Uncle Don’s to enjoy Nyonya food.
Fenix Inn
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Address: 155-157, Jln Merdeka
Contact details: +60 6-281 5511
Cost: $
Fenix Inn claims to be the best budget inn in the heart of Melaka, and they’ve got quite the resume to back it up! For instance, they offer great value for money rooms that feature air-conditioning, hot water, satellite TVs, and complimentary beverages.
They also offer serviced apartment rooms that feature fully-fledged kitchens, a dining area, and a living room. Moreover, the bedrooms they come with are spacious, neat, and feature some of the most plush comforters we’ve ever tried in any hotel!
Lastly, since it’s located in Jalan Merdeka, guests will have the luxury of being a short walk away from malls as well as food and beverage outlets. You won’t have to worry if you’re looking to visit attractions that are slightly far away either, as the hotel offers free parking!
Pro tip:
Book your stay on their official website to avoid overpriced rates! The prices posted on their website don’t feature hidden charges, as they state the breakdown of miscellaneous fees, including the tourism tax and heritage fee.
Rucksack Inn
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Address: 107, Jalan Banda Kaba
Contact details: +60 6-292 2107
Cost: $-$$
Rucksack Inn is perfect for adventurers who are looking to escape the bustling city in exchange for something more nature-centric. Surrounded by lush greenery, this inn provides its guests with a more serene stay as opposed to the other entries on this list.
The rooms themselves are spacious and stylish, but the biggest highlight of this inn is its outdoor pool. With the lush greenery as its backdrop, swimming here will give you major Bali vibes—without leaving the city!
We also recommend this place for friend groups because of its cheap and spacious dorm rooms. The male dorm room can accommodate up to 6 guests, while the female one can house up to 4 guests.
Pro tip:
Consider staying here if you want to stay near some of Melaka’s iconic attractions like The Stadthuys, The A Famosa Fort, The Sultanate Museum, etc.
Riviera Suites Melaka
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Address: G-lobby B, Riviera@Pulau Melaka
Contact details: +60 6-288 9168
Cost: $
Riviera Suites should be considered an attraction in itself because of its iconic bright yellow facade. Aside from its exterior, you’ll also find the famous Fountain of Youth as well as the beautiful waterfront just outside the hotel doors.
Staying here is also a treat because of its spacious and minimalist rooms that can accommodate couples, families and solo travellers. Furthermore, each suite comes with a full set of modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, fast Wi-fi, etc.
It doesn’t offer anything spectacular facilities-wise, but foodies would love to stay here because of the underrated cafes and restaurants located just outside its doors. Also, guests can enjoy exploring Masjid Selat, also known as The Floating Mosque, as it’s a short walk away.
Pro tip:
If you have a free day or you simply want to spend a chill afternoon without leaving the island, you can check out the hotel’s cafe. It offers amazing brunch meals as well as a wide variety of coffee and non-coffee drinks.
Swan Garden Hotel Melaka
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Address: 1, Jln KSB 1, Taman Kota Syahbandar
Contact details: +60 6-288 0888
Cost: $$
Swan Garden Hotel Melaka differentiates itself from others by having different countries as themes for its rooms. They offer rooms that are inspired by Bali and British India, but our favourite has to be the traditional Malay designs.
Regardless of which theme you go for, however, you can expect a good night’s sleep thanks to their comfy beds, air-conditioning, and plush pillows. You can also request a surprise room decoration if you’re celebrating your anniversary, birthday, etc.
They also offer a wide variety of Western dishes, which you can order through room service! It’s easy to be overwhelmed by their menu, but if you want our advice, we recommend the seafood pasta with mussels and prawns.
Pro tip:
If you’re bummed out of the hotel’s lack of spa services, don’t worry! Located just across the street is Scents & Senses A Touch of Thai, a spa that offers various massages, aromatherapy, herbal healing, foot reflexology, etc.