Top Hotels near Red Square (Dutch Square)

A merry trishaw pickup point, Dutch Square Malacca is the most picturesque along Jalan Kota. A water fountain is the highlight of this the area: it is decorated with Victorian marble addition, built in 1904 to commemorate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee., Dutch Square’s most prominent building is the Stadthuys, one of the oldest residual of the Dutch. Inside the Stadthuys is a beautiful white monumental staircases and high windows that looks like a typical 17th-century Dutch municipal building. The view from the back windows is very attractive and the building is well maintained. Known as the most visited tourist attraction in this historical city, this place was built under the administration of Dutch Governor and Deputy Governor and had been used mostly as the center of administrative work. It displays the history of Melaka during times of Malay Sultanate, Portuguese, Dutch and British colonization since 1982 and today, this building serves as a history museum. Surrounded by many visit-worthy tourist places such as Melaka River, Melaka River Cruise, popular Jonker Street, Cheng Ho Culture Museum, Maritime Museum, Malaysian Youth Museum, stroll around or take a trishaw ride to explore Dutch Square.

How to Get There

One must reach Malacca state first, located at the southern part on Malaysia in order to visit Dutch Square. Here are some of the options:

By plane

Kuala Lumpur International Airport is the nearest airport to Melaka, which takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes drive to and from the airport. From here, take an express bus that will go straight to Melaka Sentral. The journey is estimated to be 2 hours with the fee of RM24. Then, take a taxi to go to Dutch Square.

By Bus

Take an express bus at the TBS (Terminal Bas Bersepadu) that will take you straight to Melaka. The bus rate is around RM10 to RM15 depending on the coach. The bus ride usually takes approximately 3 hours. Melaka Sentral Bus Terminal is located at the heart of the town center. It is Malaysia’s first air-conditioned bus (state and express) and taxi terminal that has been servicing passengers in Malacca. The express bus, domestic bus and taxi are pooled together in this terminal for the convenience of passengers travelling around Melaka.

By Car

The faster route is by taking the North-South Expressway (PLUS). There are three exits to Melaka namely; Ayer Keroh toll, Simpang Empat, Alor Gajah toll and Lipat Kajang, Jasin toll. It takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes driving from Kuala Lumpur.

Hotels

Bayview Hotel Melaka

Located in close proximity to entertainment, shopping and famous historical sights, this hotel is also just minutes away from the business district. With 188 well-appointed guest rooms equipped with modern facilities, this hotel is nothing short of a perfect accomodation, especially for the tourists. Deluxe Rooms and Studio Suites come with private Jacuzzi, invigorating rain shower complemented with deluxe amenities while there are kitchenette and cosy living & dining room in all the studio suites.

Equatorial Hotel Melaka

A 5-star international business class hotel that is within walking distance to the main business, shopping and entertainment districts of the historical state. With more than 300 guests rooms, they are all designed complemented with an array of standard features to create a welcoming and comfortable ambiance to the guests. This place also offers the biggest and most advanced meeting and banquet facilities as well as large selection of dining and entertainment outlets.

The Pines Melaka

This exotic hotel offers artistic details and cultural touches to pamper the guests. With 390 comfortable rooms to choose from, each of them is designed to ensure a refined, memorable experience and a good night’s rest. Some of the irresistible facilities are salt water pool, children playground, surau, cafes, shuttle service and gymnasium. Come and discover the charming, riverside accommodation in the heart of this famous city.