The Majestic MalaccavsShirah's Guest House
Both hotels are praised by experts. Overall, The Majestic Malacca scores significantly better than Shirah's Guest House. The Majestic Malacca ranks #1 in Melaka with accolades from 6 reviewers like Frommer's, Insight Guides and Lonely Planet.
The Majestic Malacca
Frommer's
Insight Guides
Rough Guide
Fodor's
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Condé Nast Traveler
188, Jalan Bunga, Raya, Melaka 75100, Malaysia
From $116/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "Built from a restored 1920s mansion, this is Melaka's most luxurious property." Full review
Insight Guides "Fronting the Melaka River, this Straits- and neoclassical-styled mansion now houses the hotel’s reception, bar and dining rooms, while the well-appointed rooms and spa are in the adjacent building."
Rough Guide Star
"Just arriving at this hotel is a treat, as the lobby is housed in an impeccably restored 1920s mansion house."
Fodor's "The service here is first-rate; you're greeted with fresh tea in your room and delicious local sweets at turndown. " Full review
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OysterLuxury
"The Majestic Malacca is an elegant luxury hotel set in a restored 1920s building with a modernized annex attached." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Claw-foot tubs and polished four-poster beds are just some of the trappings at this regal hotel. The bar, library and dining areas groan with nostalgia " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "How did it strike you on arrival?Its main building used to be the home of a rich tycoon, which is why the Majestic Malacca still resembles a private mansion. Set back from the road behind..." Full review
Shirah's Guest House Lonely Planet Rough Guide
No. 207B, 208, 209B, 2nd Floor, Taman Melaka Raya, Bandar Hilir, Melaka 75000, Malaysia
From $0/night
Lonely Planet "Brightly painted walls and a gentle Malay welcome make this place sit somewhere between a backpackers and a homestay. Some rooms have balconies and all have high ceilings." Full review
Rough Guide "With only six rooms and a small roof terrace, this place is well looked after and has brightly coloured murals on the walls. Two a/c rooms share a lovely balcony and all have shared showers."
