6 Jalan Hang Lekiu, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia
#28 of 110 B&Bs and Inns in Melaka
Guests' ChoiceBased on 188 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.5
Location
9.6
Facilities
8.2
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 6 May 2024
Xueqing
ChinaFirst night without AC
All good, with nice locations and good customer service :)
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Stephanie
United Statesthe walls are paper thin so you hear everything from other rooms. the bathroom wasn't dirty, but it didn't feel clean. the bed wasn't the comfiest. given the price, it should've been a little better quality or alternatively, cheaper.
it was in a good part of the city, walkable to everything but at a distance where it wasn't loud at night. strong aircon. decent sized room. not bad for one night.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 17 April 2024
Ghina
United KingdomBathroom door didn’t shut well No windows
Good location and clean room Great AC Very comfy bed Good working shower
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Karolina
PolandIn the room there are 4 beds and there is no privacy (no curtains etc) so just keep it in mind.
The owner was very kind and helpful. I was lucky because I booked a bed in dorm and for one night I was alone. There is washing machine which you can use for small fee. It’s very close to the city centre. In the room there is a fan and also good working AC, there is also a locker to lock your belongings. As far I know it’s much better to book a room directly from the owner than from portal (portal is charging some taxes which are not legal so if you have possibility just go directly to the hostel and book a place directly from owners).
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Alicia
SpainLocation is good, and the owner of the hostel help us a lot, really cares about the people who host and makes you feel at home.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 8 April 2024
Alexia
FranceI encourage the team to progress :)
- location - air conditioning - room + private bathroom - reactive staff
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Lisa
GermanyThe best host I ve ever had. I needed to go to the hospital and stay the night there and he came visiting me to bring me snacks and my charging cable. In general he carries a lot about the guests. The room is very clean, bright and I could rest perfectly from my accident there.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 February 2024
Michelle
United KingdomLeaving!
We loved our stay at the Travellers Diary. Our room was comfortable with a nice big bed, air con and a great bathroom with hot water. There are facilities for making hot drinks and a fridge. It's a minute from the guest house to temple Street, the night market and local cafés. Jo is the best thing about this property. He is kind and very helpful. Would highly recommend.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 5 February 2024
Ivan
BrazilThe place is clean, quiet and very well located. Is perfect to rest and enjoy Melaka by foot, exploring the Chinatown zone. Jo is very nice and kind. I really recommend this accomodation.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 24 January 2024
Fanni
FranceThe guesthouse is just perfectly located to visit Melaka by foot, and Jo really makes the difference: he does everything he can to offer you the most personalised and exciting stay! I definitely recommend this place!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 22 January 2024
Dafydd
United KingdomThe only negative about this place is that the walls are very thin between rooms, so if there are loud people in the room next door you can hear everything which can make it hard to sleep.
We loved our stay here! Joe is very friendly and helpful, the room was nice and the facilities were decent! Great location too, right next to Jonker street.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 18 January 2024
Jeni
United KingdomI had booked a single room, but this turned out to be unavailable due to an issue. Luckily the place was quiet, so I had was moved into a dorm room by myself instead.
Great location, right in the historic heart of Malacca. The host Jo was very friendly, and provided excellent local dinner recommendations. WiFi was available throughout the property. There was a communal sitting/dining area with small kitchenette available.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Wen
MalaysiaThe standing fan not able to auto swing
Everything matched with the image provided, clean and affordable price.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 1 January 2024
Boon
SingaporeNone
I would like to stress that the location ( close to Jonker Street) was a key consideration when i was searching for a place. And Travellers Diary delivered just that. And the place was kept clean and orderly. Do bring mosquito repellent if you can.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 28 December 2023
Yung
MalaysiaGood rental price & located next to bicycle & motorbike rental shop
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 25 December 2023
Kundyz
KazakhstanIt was a nice place to stay. JO (host)is a good soul person who is always ready to help
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 8 December 2023
Maria
SpainThere is nothing negative. I can't wait to return, it is a very special place.
Close to tourist places and night market that takes place on weekends. Comfortable, quiet, clean. The owner is super friendly, he helps a lot. He made me feel at home.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 29 November 2023
Dilala
Malaysiathe location was strategic and nice ambience
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 26 November 2023
Ayesha
MalaysiaThe hostel is quiet and clean, and the location is perfect. The owner Jo is a very kind and friendly guy, we did some Friday night karaoke and he showed us some places for food :)
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 23 November 2023
Marketa
Czech RepublicReally heplful staff, good location.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 3 November 2023
Sydrah
MalaysiaNeed to put more soap or shower gel in the shower.
Very lovely cute place. The staff was kind and efficient, too. Will stay here again if I visit Melaka next time.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
C
NetherlandsI arrived at the empty but very nice hostel, I had received the necessary instructions for self-check-in. Later I met the host who made my stay unforgettable. It was like having a personal travel guide who introduced me to the culture. A place I will definitely recommend.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Julio
TaiwanThe guesthouse is very close to Jonker walk, but in a quiet street, so there are a lot of restaurants, shops, etc around, but you won't get disturbed by outside noise. The facilities are clean, the common area is nice and the bathrooms are acceptably clean. Jo, the host, is super nice, and if he's not on site, you can send him a message on Booking.com and he'll reply. Overall, it's a good value for the money; definitely recommended.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 2 October 2023
Koo
MalaysiaSteps for the staircase are too high Morning prayer at 5am is loud and clear
Great location and clean
Stayed in October 2023
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