Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
This area is in the heart of Melaka's mall shopping zone and is only a short walk to the
historic centre and Chinatown.
EMILY TRAVELLERS HOME$
( 012-301 8574; 71 Jln Parameswara; dm/s RM16/24, d RM32-48; )
Enter the humble entrance off
the busy road and step into another dimension filled with plants, koi ponds, a bunny hop-
ping around (Mr Playboy) and happy, mingling people. Every room is different, from
funky cottages with semi-outdoor 'jungle showers' to simple wooden rooms in the house.
Note that this place is rustic and it's not for you if you need hot water or air-con.
GUESTHOUSE
HOLIDAY INN$$
( 255 9000;
www.melaka.holidayinn.com
;
Jln Sayed Abdul Aziz; r RM240-575; )
Boldly facing
historic Melaka like a gleaming white, middle finger, rooms here are comfy, new and car-
peted, yet bland. Ask for a top-storey room for fantastic views over the Strait of Melaka.
HOTEL
HOTEL EQUATORIAL$$$
( 282 8333;
www.equatorial.com
;
Jln Parameswara; r RM300-1000; )
While it's a bit frayed
around the edges, somehow this adds to the old charm of this centrally located hotel.
Good discounts online can cut prices nearly in half for excellent value. Service is well
mannered and the overall presentation is crisp. There's a swimming pool, ladies-only
pool, a quality fitness centre, tennis court and wi-fi access. It's worth upgrading to one of
the deluxe rooms (RM500), which have either balconies or heaps of extra room space.
Special packages are available through the hotel, which include tours and specials such as
cookery courses.
HOTEL
Little India to Bukit China
This is a varied area that will let you see a less touristed side of the city while still remain-
ing close to the sights.
APA KABA HOME & STAY$
GUESTHOUSE
( 283 8196;
www.apakaba.hostel.com
;
28 Kg Banda Kaba; r incl breakfast RM40-90; )
Nestled in a
quiet and authentic Malay
kampung
that seems to magically float in a bubble in the heart
