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The 10 Best Hostels in Melaka, Malaysia

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Ola Hostel is situated in Melaka, 3.3 km from St John's Fort and 4.4 km from Melaka Straits Mosque. This property is set a short distance from attractions such as Straits Chinese Jewelry Museum Malacca, Menara Taming Sari, and Porta de Santiago. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage for guests.

The room was super clean and very comfy (memory foam pillow!), and I really appreciated the daily towel changing. The water filter in the kitchen was great to have. Sam is very kind and helpful. The location is excellent.

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9.4
Superb
928 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

Yote 28 in Melaka is set 1 km from Porta de Santiago. 1.9 km from St John's Fort, the property is also 2.8 km away from Sam Po Kong Temple. Free WiFi is provided.

Melaka Sentral is 9 km from the hostel. The nearest airport is Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 139 km from the property.

Friendly Personal, nice Atmosphere, all was very clean, lovely Lobby: good to chill and to get to know other people

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9.2
Superb
801 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Located in Melaka and within 500 metres of Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum, The Cardamom Hostel features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. This property is situated a short distance from attractions such as Menara Taming Sari, Porta de Santiago, and Christ Church Melaka. St John's Fort is 5.3 km from the hostel and Melaka Straits Mosque is 5.5 km away.

The hostel is very near the old zone. For a backpacker is perfect. I love it.

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9.1
Superb
13 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Bukit Katil Indah Homestay is set in Melaka, 8.6 km from The Stadthuys and 9 km from Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum. The property is around 9.1 km from Straits Chinese Jewelry Museum Malacca, 9.2 km from Menara Taming Sari and 9.4 km from Porta de Santiago. The property is non-smoking and is located 7.5 km from St John's Fort.

The units at the hostel are equipped with a TV with satellite channels, a kitchen and a dining area. All units at Bukit Katil Indah Homestay include air conditioning and a desk.

Very nice and clean homestay. Owner are very welcoming and the price is reasonable too. We had a great experience ;)

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9.6
Exceptional
24 reviews
Price from
£49
per night

Situated 1.1 km from The Stadthuys, Sleep Here Hostel, Melaka features rooms with air conditioning in Melaka. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking is available on site.

I like the bedroom and bathroom. The location was also great. Close to delicious local restaurants.

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8.9
Fabulous
407 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Situated in Melaka, within 400 metres of Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum and 600 metres of Straits Chinese Jewelry Museum Malacca, 3 Little Birds Home, 100meter to JonkerWalk features accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge, and free WiFi. The property is located 1.2 km from Porta de Santiago, 5.2 km from St John's Fort and 5.4 km from Melaka Straits Mosque. Christ Church Melaka is 700 metres away and Melaka Clock Tower is 700 metres from the hostel.

nice talkative owner, good location where close the the chinatown, city center, beach, and another night market, good for shopping, finding tasty food, and enjoy the beach

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8.4
Very good
81 reviews
Price from
£7
per night

200 metres from Menara Taming Sari, Wanderer In Melaka is situated in Melaka and features air-conditioned rooms. Popular points of interest nearby include Cheng Hoon Teng Temple, Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall and Mahkota Parade. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Porta de Santiago.

Featuring a shared bathroom with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also boast free WiFi. At Wanderer In Melaka rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Self check in is pretty smooth. Location is very strategic. Near the red square. The room is very spacious and the beds are very comfortable. The T&B are kept clean. The wifi is fast. Each bed has a plug where you can charge your electronics and also there is light in each bed.

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8.9
Fabulous
25 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Set in Melaka and within 1.2 km of Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum, Finess Basic Hotel has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 2 km from Menara Taming Sari, 1.9 km from Porta de Santiago and 4.8 km from St John's Fort. Melaka Straits Mosque is 5 km away and Melaka Clock Tower is 1.4 km from the hostel.

Good lighting, nice toilet, plenty of parking and comfortable bed. Nearby many amenities location for food and etc. Already 3rd times here.

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7.4
Good
222 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Discovery Youth Hostel Malacca is located a 5-minute walk from The Stadthuys and Jonker Street. It offers complimentary WiFi access throughout its premises.

The hostel is 300 metres from Christ Church and 500 metres from Porta de Santiago and Sam Po Kong Temple. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 87 km away.

Nice Location, Friendly Staff ...

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6.7
Review score
101 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

Located a 2-minute walk from the heart of Chinatown, Kota Lodge offers free Wi-fi throughout its premises. It offers rooms with shared or en suite bathrooms.

Kota Lodge is a 5-minute walk from bustling Jonker Street and is 10 minutes’ on foot from Christ Church and A’Famosa. Central Melaka Bus Station is a 15-minute drive away.

very friendly staff, always ready to help with a smile room comfortable

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7
Good
347 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Bukit Katil Indah Homestay
    Central location

    Bukit Katil Indah Homestay is set in Melaka, 8.6 km from The Stadthuys and 9 km from Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum.

    its spot clean. the owner is very friendly and helpful.

    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 24 reviews
  • Ola Hostel
    Central location

    Ola Hostel is situated in Melaka, 3.3 km from St John's Fort and 4.4 km from Melaka Straits Mosque.

    Lovely and calm place. We really enjoyed the stay.

    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 927 reviews
  • Yote 28
    Central location

    Yote 28 in Melaka is set 1 km from Porta de Santiago. 1.9 km from St John's Fort, the property is also 2.8 km away from Sam Po Kong Temple. Free WiFi is provided.

    Bathroom is really nice Everything is very clean Great location

    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 801 reviews
  • The Cardamom Hostel
    Central location

    Located in Melaka and within 500 metres of Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum, The Cardamom Hostel features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    Muy tranquilo, limpio, bien ubicado, dueño agradable

    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 13 reviews
  • Wanderer In Melaka
    Central location

    200 metres from Menara Taming Sari, Wanderer In Melaka is situated in Melaka and features air-conditioned rooms.

    本想让家人体验青旅,但没其他人入住,被我们包下了。这里非常干净,闹中取静,停车位也多。Mohkota Parade就在旁边,对面马路是Pahlawan,小公园,博物馆等景点,还算方便,到鸡场街还要一段路程,十多分钟走路就能到达,腿脚不方便的得考虑了,隔壁就是马来友族市集。

    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 25 reviews
  • Sleep Here Hostel, Melaka
    Central location

    Situated 1.1 km from The Stadthuys, Sleep Here Hostel, Melaka features rooms with air conditioning in Melaka.

    I like the environment and how they provide pantry.

    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 407 reviews
  • 3 Little Birds Home, 100meter to JonkerWalk
    Central location

    Situated in Melaka, within 400 metres of Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum and 600 metres of Straits Chinese Jewelry Museum Malacca, 3 Little Birds Home, 100meter to JonkerWalk features accommodation with...

    Great location & nice porch, nice staff, comfy bed!

    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 81 reviews
  • Finess Basic Hotel
    Central location

    Set in Melaka and within 1.2 km of Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum, Finess Basic Hotel has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    I like the cozy design and facilities in my bedroom

    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 222 reviews
  • Kota Lodge
    Central location

    Located a 2-minute walk from the heart of Chinatown, Kota Lodge offers free Wi-fi throughout its premises. It offers rooms with shared or en suite bathrooms.

    RUSTIC OLD SCHOOL CHARM. FANTASTIC VALUE FOR MONEY

    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 347 reviews
  • Discovery Youth Hostel Malacca
    Central location

    Discovery Youth Hostel Malacca is located a 5-minute walk from The Stadthuys and Jonker Street. It offers complimentary WiFi access throughout its premises.

    Good value for a simple, but clean room with air con and/or fan

    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 101 reviews
  • branded hotel
    Central location

    Located within 2.1 km of St John's Fort and less than 1 km of Baba & Nyonya Heritage Museum, branded hotel provides rooms in Melaka.

    5.5
    Scored 5.5
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 8 reviews

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Hostels that guests love in Melaka

  • Avg. price/night: £10.18
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 407 reviews
    The location is great, only a 10 minute walk away from the Malacca river and nearby restaurants and bars. About a 15 minute walk to Dutch Square/Red Square and other central places. It was easy to check in and the hostel felt safe and secure. The lockers for luggage are huge with lots of space but require quite big locks. The beds have curtains that provide extra privacy. The bathrooms/toilets were overall clean and spacious.
    Alexandra
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £16.26
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 308 reviews
    Its in a very good location And the owner including the staff are very friendly and helpful Its a clean hostel And you can rent bicycle too for a cheap price
    Justin Vella
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £13.40
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 927 reviews
    One of the best hostel I've stayed! The layout of the place works really nicely, with bedrooms and facilities, although in small spaces, was organized really well. Sam and the staff in general are super friendly and very helpful. The hostel was super clean and the location was great near by the main points of Malacca. Their food and coffee are great choices for nice snack. Totally recommend 💯%
    Miguel
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £13.40
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 927 reviews
    Host was so friendly:) He gave lots of info to me! What a welcoming hostel! And, u know sooo cheap / affordable price. Great location! Easy to get a jonker street and Dutch square! Less than 5 mins
    YEJU
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £13.40
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 927 reviews
    very quiet and clean, but with common space so easy to mingle. great location, comfortable beds. Sam is very helpful! the best hostel i’ve ever stayed.
    A
    Anonymous
    Solo traveller
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 362 reviews
    Great location, very social hostel with both free tours and really cheap tours. There is a nice roof-top to hang-out in. Good layout of dorms with your own space and lokers
    Eira
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £13.40
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 927 reviews
    Everything. The location, the bed, the bathroom, and the owner was so nice too. This is one of the best hostels I've ever been to.
    Shirleen
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £21.85
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,236 reviews
    Cheap stay for 1 night, staff was efficient
    Ida Imelda
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £13.40
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 927 reviews
    Clean and cozy place right in the downtown, friendly owner and good food! One of the best hostels I’ve stayed at.
    Iryna
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £19.87
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 801 reviews
    Best hostel ever/ perfect design
    mo miz
    Solo traveller

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