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Reviews of Travellers Diary Guesthouse

6 Jalan Hang Lekiu, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia

#28 of 110 B&Bs and Inns in Melaka

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 188 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    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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  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    First night without AC

    All good, with nice locations and good customer service :)

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    9.0
    nice place to stay for one night if you want to be close to food, cafes, and most attractions.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    the 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

    7.0
    Not bad for a night or two
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom 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

    10
    Nice place in center of Melaka
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    In 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

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location 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

    9.0
    Alright for short stay :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I encourage the team to progress :)

    - location - air conditioning - room + private bathroom - reactive staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 March 2024

    10
    Great host and great stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    10
    Great room, service and value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Queen Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Leaving!

    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

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    10
    At the heart of the city centre, with an amazingly friendly housekeeper!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    9.0
    Great place to stay in the heart of Malacca
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    8.0
    A comfortable stay in the heart of Malacca
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    9.0
    Awesome
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    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

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good rental price & located next to bicycle & motorbike rental shop

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It 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

    10
    Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There 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

    9.0
    comfy, safety & enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    the location was strategic and nice ambience

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Really heplful staff, good location.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Need 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

    9.0
    A perfect place to have a great time
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I 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

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The 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

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Queen Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Steps 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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