Heeren By The River

Hotels
Independent
7.4 (50 reviews)
No 7&9, Lorong Hang Jebat, Malacca City, Malacca, 75200 , Malacca City , MY

Facilities

Free WiFi
Terrace
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
Wheelchair accessible
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Multilingual staff
Free newspapers in lobby
Parking (limited spaces)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Strategic location
Courteous staff
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Limited parking
Subpar room upkeep
Noisy surroundings
Basic amenities
Lack of essential amenities like lifts

Categories

Cleanliness
5.5
Cleanliness has received mixed reviews, with several guests raising concerns about room upkeep.
Service
7
The staff were acknowledged for being courteous and helpful, though there were mentions of staffing issues.
Location
9
Location is highly praised as strategic and convenient, close to many attractions.
Room Quality
5
Guests shared concerns about comfort and noise, which led to mixed feedback on room quality.
Amenities
4.5
Basic facilities with significant criticism on lack of essential amenities and the absence of a lift.
Value for Money
5.5
Some guests found the pricing expensive for the services offered, with value for money being questioned.
Food and Beverage
4
There are concerns about the availability of food options, especially for breakfast and for specific dietary needs.
Overall Experience
6.5
Guests have had varied experiences, with location as a recurring positive aspect, but several drawbacks affecting the overall impression.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2024-10-30 00:56

Property Description

Discover a charming retreat in the heart of historical Malacca City at Heeren By The River.

Rooms with Comfort
Unwind in our 20 air-conditioned rooms, each equipped with LED televisions and complimentary Wi-Fi to keep you entertained and connected during your stay. Enjoy the convenience of private bathrooms stocked with complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and coffee/tea makers for a truly comfortable experience.

Breathtaking Rooftop Terrace
Take in stunning views from our rooftop terrace, where you can relax and soak up the vibrant atmosphere of the surrounding area. It's the perfect spot to unwind after a day of exploring.

Convenient Location and Amenities
Just steps away from the lively Jonker Street Night Market, our hotel offers multilingual staff to cater to your needs. Enjoy complimentary newspapers in the lobby and free self-parking for added convenience.

Stay with us at Heeren By The River and experience the best of Malacca—book your getaway today!

Important information:

  • Children 11 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: KUL

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

  • Payment

    Cash deposit required

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 50 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.5
Service: 7
Location: 9
Room Quality: 5
Amenities: 4.5
Value for Money: 5.5
Food and Beverage: 4
Overall Experience: 6.5
G
GAD
10
fantastic hotel , fantastic location
Pros:

was very happy with the hotel and the location , near the water , near the night market ,

2020-01-31 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler self
6
Pros:

I was comfortable.

2019-09-10 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
Pleasant stay but lack toiletries
Pros:

Overall stay was pleasant, except for the super high staircase steps which could hurt my knees when climbing. It was bad building structure to build each staircase step so high up. Also, hotel is rather stingy with their toiletries. They dun provide hand nor face towels nor toothbrushes etc. When I requested for an extra towel, I was told that the next day I could only have 1 new towel change since the today I had 3 towels. Wow....

2019-08-14 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler family
8
Pros:

Staff are helpful and friendly, always greet with a big smile 😀

2019-04-30 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer
8
Best location
Pros:

Fantastic location. Views of the river. Right opposite the Police Station. Across from Sid's Old English Pub. My suggestion is to upgrade to the best rooms. Standard rooms are a little bland with no views. Would stay again just because its well priced and in an excellent location. One minute walk to Jonker Street.

2019-01-22 via Nuitee
B
Brian
6
Pros:

Friendly and helpful staff.
Nice location with easy access to all must-see places in Melaka.
But run-down property with poor internet connection, low room quality (draining system, cracks and moisture on the wall, damp room, dull light)

2018-12-02 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
8
Reasonable price.
Pros:

Average. Water pressure weak for bathing.

2018-10-28 via Nuitee
K
Kalbana
2
Pros:

The room was stuffy, air conditioner not working makes the situation even worse. The night staff didn’t believe the ac wasnt working without even checking it himself. Manage to change to a different room anyways. Next day during checkout, the receptionist told us that we havent paid for the room when actually expedia has collected our payments. During the arguement i showed the receptionist our prove of payment, suddenly she change her claims that it was only the rm2 tax wasnt paid yet. I wouldn’t recommend anyone staying at this place.

2018-09-16 via Nuitee
L
Low
8
Strategic location
Pros:

Overall a very good stay.
+ : Strategic location, very near to Jonker Street.
- : Unstable water pressure.

2018-07-16 via Nuitee
S
Syafiq
4
Nice hotel close to the river
Pros:

Toilet pipe and shower need go fix..room 303
Nice room...
Strategic location
Friendly staff
Nice view

2018-06-20 via Nuitee
A
Azrrik
6
Not a great value.
Pros:

The place is a bit run down for the price. The biggest turn off is the water dispenser in the lobby with the sign "STAFF ONLY". Really? You won't let your guests refill their water bottles in the lobby of the hotel they're staying in?! The bathroom sink leaked. The wifi simply stopped working from 12am - 8am. The water pressure in the shower varies from medium to dripping. On the plus side, the location is great and the air conditioning is cold.

2018-04-02 via Nuitee
N
Nur Rena
8
Wonderful Stay
Pros:

Good location, friendly staff, spacious room but limited parking space.

2018-03-10 via Nuitee
V
vas
4
"good location,but hotel is dirty"
Pros:

stayed here with famil,hotel is in a good location but room floors look dirty and bathrooms cleanliness need to be improved.Room 101 is really musty and room 206 has clogged bathroom drain.they need to upgarded the floor boards in room 206 which is broken.

2018-01-03 via Nuitee
J
Jacqueline
8
Basic comfort
Pros:

For the price you pay, it is as good as it gets. Comfortable with basic needs covered. No in-room coffee/tea facility. No lifts/elevators either. So be prepared to walk up to flights of stairs if your room is on the second floor. If you're planning to drive there, parking is limited. Great location though for shopping on Jonker Street. Excellent pub called Sid's just across the road. Short walk to historical Stadhuys and the Fort.

2017-12-29 via Nuitee
V
Vas
6
Excellent location in front of Sids Pub/Jonkers
Pros:

really bad

1)room 101 is super mouldy and musty with poor ventilation and had me sneezing.

2) overall cleanliness for bathroom and floors can be improved further.

3) room 206 floorboards are broken and bathroom water doesn't drain and forms a puddle.

5)limited parking

6) no breakfast

really good

1)excellent location

2)excellent staff

2017-12-26 via Nuitee
C
CL
8
Pros:

Strategic location. Walking distance to places of interest. Just few step away from H&M, Jonker Walk, hard rock cafe.
Room is nice, simple and clean. Staff were friendly and helpful. Would come back again

2017-12-25 via Nuitee
D
Darren
6
Strategic location near jonker walk
Pros:

Good location, clean room
Difficult for parking if not reserved in advance (20 rooms, 8 spots)
Toilet floor is rough, weird to touch on feet

2017-12-25 via Nuitee
N
Ng
8
Pros:

The stay was good, staff is friendly n helpful. Check in was fast. Hotel cleanliness is good and everything work well in my room. The only problem is the steps up to the rooms which is steep. Guests with knee problems and heavy luggage is going to struggle up. Can they improve on it? Overall it's a good stay.

2017-12-11 via Nuitee
C
Carmen
8
Excellent location from where to start your day
Pros:

This is a place close to everything, ideal if you are in Malacca for a short stay, planning to see as much as possible. Nice, clean, decent, not too fancy.

2017-11-28 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
6
Good location but room condition needs improvement
Pros:

The hotel is located conveniently at the heart of jonker street. It is very accessible to the local attractions. However the closet in the room is very old. A clearly visible layer of dust in the closet and there is a slight musty smell. The planks on the floor has not been maintain properly, it is protruded on some parts when you step onto it. Even though the bathroom is clean, the tap could not close properly and the water kept running.

2017-11-07 via Nuitee