Hotel in Bandar Hilir & Melaka Raya, Malacca
M Straits Hotel
Good-value rooms nine minutes on foot from the A Famosa gate
Photos: Booking.com
Overview
Budget-conscious visitors who still want to walk to the sights should look at M Straits. The property puts the Porta de Santiago, the old Portuguese gateway, roughly nine minutes away on foot, and the red buildings of the Dutch Square are close by too.
Rooms are air-conditioned and set up for a restful night, Wi-Fi is complimentary, and the reception desk is open around the clock and happy to help plan a route round the town.
Highlights
- About a 9-minute walk to the Porta de Santiago
- Easy reach of the Stadthuys and Christ Church
- Air-conditioned rooms
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- 24-hour reception
Location
The Porta de Santiago stands at the foot of St Paul's Hill, the last surviving piece of the A Famosa fortress the Portuguese built after taking Malacca in 1511. A climb up the hill leads to the ruins of St Paul's Church, and down the other side is the Dutch Square with the Stadthuys and Christ Church.
Jonker Street is across the river from the square, and the Mahkota Parade and Dataran Pahlawan malls are also within reach.
Good to know
- Mornings are the coolest time to climb St Paul's Hill.
- The listing doesn't give a street address; check the booking map.
Questions about M Straits Hotel
How far is M Straits Hotel from A Famosa?
The property says the Porta de Santiago, the surviving gate of A Famosa, is about a 9-minute walk.
Is reception open at night?
Yes. The front desk is open 24 hours.
Can I walk to the Stadthuys?
Yes. The Stadthuys and Christ Church are within easy walking distance.
