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Hotel Equatorial Melaka vs Old Town Guesthouse
Both properties are highly recommended by expert reviewers. On balance, Hotel Equatorial Melaka is preferred by most professionals compared to Old Town Guesthouse. Hotel Equatorial Melaka has a TripExpert Score of 83 with accolades from 4 reviews such as Oyster, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Hotel Equatorial Melaka
Frommer's
Rough Guide
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Bandar Hilir, Melaka 75000, Malaysia
From $70 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge

"A solid choice for business and leisure travelers, Equatorial is located in the center of town."
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The 22-story hotel has some very good views of Melaka's downtown area -- be sure to request a view when booking.

"With 493 brightly decorated rooms boasting huge beds, and a total of six restaurants plus poolside dining 7am–7pm, this is one of Melaka’s grandest hotels."

Upper-middle-range
"Hotel Melaka Equatorial is an upper-middle-range chain hotel that's only a five- to 10-minute walk from A Famosa fort and Christ Church."
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"While it’s a bit frayed around the edges, good discounts online can cut prices nearly in half, making this elegant choice excellent value."
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Old Town Guesthouse
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
119, Jalan Temenggong, Melaka 75000 , Malaysia
From $13 /night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Kitchenette
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast included
- Bicycle rental

Star
"A friendly, family-run place with dorms and private rooms, as well as a communal kitchen and small library including some graphic novels."

"This basic backpackers gets points for its low-key ambience, cleanliness and rooms painted in bright colours"
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