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Reviews of Backyard Rio Melaka

19A, Jalan Jawa, 75100, 75100 Melaka, Malaysia

#9 of 761 Holiday rentals in Melaka

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 292 apartment reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free WiFi

    9.3

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  • Reviewed: 26 April 2023

    9.0
    Almost perfect other than the small bed drawback.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Holiday Home with River View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Some of the bed could be a little soft to my preference only and having "sound" .

    Location wise is easily accessible to Jonker walk area and Jalan Bunga Raya and Stadthuys buildings. The location is at the river side full with buzzling bars and view is awesome. Host is very kind to offer hand made nyonya kuih and Bak Chang !

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2023

    10
    The place is cozy and comfortable. Good location and good value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Location

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2023

    10
    a lovely and cosy place to stay, would definitely recommend to others!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Loft Holiday Home with River View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing!

    spacious property, in a great location on the river! the host was very kind, even leaving us cakes during our stay and at the end too - a really lovely gesture!

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    it's not dislike but to note for travellors with elderly. there's 2 floore and no lift. request for ground floor 1 apartment room.

    the location, the friendly host, the ease of checking in. use of pin number, no need to carry keys around. private car park provided.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2023

    10
    Heavenly Riverside Nook
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Holiday Home
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Oh my how do I start... I love love love everything about this place. I previously stayed at 1852 and I wondered what this building next door was. Can't believe my luck I managed to stay here this time around. Units are limited btw. It's a self check in so please inform owner 30 minutes before eta. They will give you a complete instruction on where to park etc. If you are not driving, just ask the driver to drop you off, near the Jambatan Kg Jawa or else you need to walk quite a distance with luggage (if you have any) from the designated car park. It's a one way road so please be quick. The unit is spacious, as it can accommodate 6 adults complete with all the amenities mentioned. Some review mentioned about the mosquitoes... Surprisingly they're not the biting type or they simply don't bite us. Don't worry, the host did provide mosquitoes repellent at every corner of the unit. It is situated just next to the Melaka River... So the view was indeed something... Simply love the scenery early in the morning and at night. You can definitely hear the sound of the river cruise up until 11 if you are staying at the lower level. But honestly... it didn't bother me. Most of the time we are already fast asleep or already on our way out to enjoy daily walk in Melaka. It is within walking distance to Jonker, Stadthuys and Melaka River Cruise. Cafes are abundance. This is the best choice in term of location, pricing and if you are travelling in big pax. Plus point, Victor the host graciously belanja us nyonya kuih for breakfast. Thank you so much Victor. If I ever come to Melaka, I will surely stay here again

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2023

    10
    VERY FANTASTIC
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night

    NO COMMENT

    THE PLACE REALLY NICE PLACE AND CENTRE OF EVERYTHING.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2023

    10
    nice place & good location & easy 👍
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Holiday Home with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    over roll ok

    I like it so much :) nice place

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2023

    10
    Fantastic accommodation, position and value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Loft Holiday Home with River View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There’s a microwave and a kettle but you can’t cook in the property. I understand why, but a single electric hot plate would have enabled me to have more meals at home.

    The property situation is very picturesque on the river near a footbridge that goes to Jonker Street in 5 minutes. it is also about 7 or 8 minutes walk to the heritage listed Red/Dutch Square. we had the 2 br loft apartment which was very comfortable. Air conditioning in both bedrooms and the living area. great bathroom. The host was very helpful and friendly. If I ever travel to Melaka again I will want to stay there.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2023

    8.0
    Very nice and relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Loft Holiday Home with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The toilet exhaust grille kept dropping dirt on the toilet bowl. Have to put trash bag at the hanger area

    Location is ideal for visiting most attraction. Accessible to good food. The host also give us nonya kueh as welcome gift when we check in.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Holiday Home with River View
    • Stayed 1 night

    NA

    everything is so good! friendly host and the uncle and the staffs. nice river view just in front of the house only. jonker street just 5 mins walking distance. perfect location and services, they even give us the kueh as gift in the morning.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Loft Holiday Home with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location. Clean with amenities . Just like in picture. Great host

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Loft Holiday Home with River View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not suitable for elderly with mobility issues, only stairs access

    Well equipped, family friendly

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Loft Holiday Home with River View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Parking - could have been better. Not the Host's fault. It's just where it is located. It's a pretty cramped street being next to the river and all. Parking was in an adjacent building & we had to lug our luggage, even when in the rain. Also the parking - really not suitable unless you're driving a Perodua Ativa or small car....

    This is a hidden gem, really. An excellent "hideout" if I may say. We got the top floor, which was nice, meant to be a family suite with 2 bedrooms. Love the high ceiling and it's pretty quiet. Furnished with enough amenities, there is even a proper 3M water filter located at the sink, for literally "unlimited" water supply. The toilet is nicely furnished and the host even provides shampoo and bath foam. Excellent. Rooms are quiet, and sheets are clean.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Loft Holiday Home with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is so convenient and clean. Our 2nd time there and never regretted booking there. This will be our first choice whenever we are in Melaka.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2023

    10
    Heaven on earth.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Holiday Home with River View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing.

    It is located in a very strategic location, walking distance to Jonker Walk, a lot of pub and other places around it. They even provide a private parking place for my car. You can actually seat outside the room and look at the river and all the daily activities. The room is very clean, everything looks brand new. The owner also listen to some minor suggestions.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Holiday Home
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good location. Walking distance to the tourist spots and food stalls. Uncle very nice....the homestay is very clean and comfortable just like our own home. I strongly recommend this homestay to my friends and relatives who will travel to Melaka.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2023

    8.0
    No
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Actually cannot sleep. because who Stay ups state make noise..

    Good

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2023

    9.0
    was superb.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    just a but noisy ppl walking by the sidewalk

    spacious

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Holiday Home with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Almost perfect but small feed back : Lighting is a bit dark inside of the unit. Aircon sound is loud at master bedroom.

    Exceeded my expectations. Such a beautiful house in a wonderful location. Clean and beds are comfy. Victor and his father are helpful.Thank you!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2023

    8.0
    Very clean, spacious, top located apartment, better value and space for 2-6 pax than hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Holiday Home with River View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Really nothing to complain, towels could be bit thicker and larger but fine for short stays, maybe a stand fan and mosquito netting at the two bathroom windows as they populate the main rooms otherwise

    Lots of cafe's for every taste within 100m of property, thouhg many closed during Chinese new year. Parking nearby is perfectly fine thouhg a bit narrow for two cards in one bay, big car owners beware. More parking in open car park just opposite. 50m walk to apartment. Checked in using code but met later an adorable nice apartment manager who even gave us some local delicacies and oranges for CNY celebration, really not your normal host. Protective tenants should not the master bed is in the main / living room so parents won't have the privacy, double king (good for more than four smaller bodies is inside the room separated by a door. No problem if a large family but otherwise may give some privacy headache. Really no need to cook etc. as so many eateries for all times of the day right infant of the doorstep. Location cannot be better if focus is sightseeing and eating out.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Two-Bedroom Holiday Home with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything is super good!

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 December 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    1) Many mosquito, owner did provide mosquito repellent but doesn't help much, suspected mosquito enter the room through door gap 2) A bit noisy from nearby restaurant's live band until around 1am. Noise can be heard clearly in the bathroom but lesser inside the room 3) Slightly dusty at the wall surface and cabinets surface

    1) Great location, easy access to Jonker street, lots of restaurants nearby within walking distance, very happening at night 2) Easy check in and out 3) Parking lot available within walking distance 4) Owner suprised me with 2 packs of kuih the next morning

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2022

    10
    a very brief stay but well worth it. will definitely come back to stay here
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Holiday Home with River View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    aircond not working but host kindly provided a standing fan

    most beautiful property we ever saw. everything was ig-worthy

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 December 2022

    10
    Awesome, and definitely will return again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Holiday Home
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Had trouble or in a rush for loading and unloading of luggages and bags as it an one-way street. As usual, people tends to honk for the car to be moved.

    A clean and kid friendly suite that met our needs, friendly host (Victor), easy accessible to walk to places of interest.

    Stayed in December 2022

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