Melaka
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Dorm beds in Melaka, Malaysia range from $5 to $26/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound tracks 21 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Aug 26, Aug 27, Aug 28.
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Hostel prices in Melaka, Malaysia
A typical dorm night in Melaka runs about $6.
Based on current listed prices, September is typically the cheapest month (around $6/night) and November the most expensive (around $7/night).
At $5/night and up, Melaka is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Malaysia.
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Hostels we track in Melaka
- Ringos Foyer Guest House and Hostel 9.3 · 2,577 reviews
- Ola Lavanderia Cafe 9.8 · 742 reviews
- Yote 28 8.5 · 739 reviews
- Three Little Birds Home 9.6 · 205 reviews
- Sleep Here Hostel Melaka 9.2 · 175 reviews
- Rucksack Inn Premium Melaka 8.6 · 62 reviews
- La Mamasita Hostel, Jonker Street Melaka Town 6.8 · 48 reviews
- Voyage Home & Guesthouse 6.4 · 20 reviews
- Pirate's Cove Hostel 9.8 · 5 reviews
- Collection O Malacca, Formerly Gill Garden 3.4 · 1 reviews
- Mio Boutique Hotel 10.0 · 1 reviews
- Sun Inns Hotel Kota Laksamana 2.0 · 1 reviews
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Local knowledge for Melaka
Where to stay
Most hostels cluster in Chinatown, along Jalan Tukang Besi and the lanes off Jonker Walk (Jalan Hang Jebat). Staying here puts you on foot to St. Paul's Hill, the Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum, and the weekend night market without needing a ride.
Getting around
- Melaka Sentral bus terminal is 7 km from the old town. Take Panorama local bus 17 (now branded M100) for RM1 instead of paying RM15-20 for a taxi from the terminal.
- Jonker Walk night market only runs Friday through Sunday evenings. Arrive on a Monday and the street is quiet, with most hawker stalls closed.
- Book midweek if your schedule allows. KL day-trippers fill hostels every weekend and prices routinely jump 30-50% from Friday night through Sunday.
When to go
Weekdays in May, June, and September are the cheapest window. Hostels fill up fast in December, during Chinese New Year (January or February depending on the year), and nearly every weekend due to the two-hour bus connection from KL.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Melaka cost per night?
Dorm beds in Melaka currently range from $5 to $26/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Melaka?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Melaka are August 26, August 27, August 28.
How many hostels does HostelHound track in Melaka?
HostelHound currently tracks 21 hostels in Melaka, Malaysia.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Melaka?
Based on current availability, September has the lowest hostel prices in Melaka, with dorm beds typically around $6/night.
Is Melaka affordable compared to other hostel cities in Malaysia?
Melaka is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Malaysia, with dorm prices starting from $5/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Melaka?
Most hostels cluster in Chinatown, along Jalan Tukang Besi and the lanes off Jonker Walk (Jalan Hang Jebat). Staying here puts you on foot to St. Paul's Hill, the Baba Nyonya Heritage Museum, and the weekend night market without needing a ride.
What is the best time of year to visit Melaka?
Weekdays in May, June, and September are the cheapest window. Hostels fill up fast in December, during Chinese New Year (January or February depending on the year), and nearly every weekend due to the two-hour bus connection from KL.