The Explorer
3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall
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Reviews
7.27.2 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
- Breakfast available
- Housekeeping
- 24/7 front desk
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Restaurant
Explore the area
1, Jalan Plaza Merdeka, Plaza Merdeka, Malacca City, Malacca, 75000
- Dataran Pahlawan Melaka MegamallPlace, Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall2 min walk
- A FamosaPlace, A Famosa5 min walk
- Jonker Street Night MarketPlace, Jonker Street Night Market7 min walk
- Malacca Intl. Airport (MKZ)Airport, Malacca Intl. Airport (MKZ)11 min drive
Room options
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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
- 215 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Executive Room
- 247 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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Super Deluxe Room, City View
- 210 sq ft
- City view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed
- 210 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Deluxe Twin Room
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Standard Twin Room
- 193 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Standard Twin Room (Room Only)
- 193 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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Family Room
- 430 sq ft
- Sleeps 4
- 2 Queen Beds
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Family Room
- Sleeps 4
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Standard Queen Room
- Sleeps 2
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Standard Twin Room
- Sleeps 2
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Executive Triple Room
- Sleeps 3
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Super Deluxe Room
- Sleeps 2
About the neighborhood
Malacca City
In Malacca City .With a stay at this Malacca City hotel, you'll be steps from Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall and within a 10-minute walk of A Famosa. Mahkota Parade Shopping Mall and Muzium Rakyat are also within half a mile (1 km).
What's nearby
- Mahkota Parade Shopping Mall - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
- Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
- Hatten Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
- A Famosa - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
- Jonker Street Night Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Getting around
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) - 107 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 2 min walk
- Chagee - 4 min walk
- Nando's - 1 min walk
- Starbucks - 4 min walk
- Mee Tarik Warisan Asli - 3 min walk
About this property
The Explorer
3-star hotel near Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall
There are 10 restaurants and 5 coffee shops/cafes on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include a business center and a meeting room. A rooftop terrace, multilingual staff, and a garden are also featured at The Explorer.
This 3-star Malacca City hotel is smoke free.
- 143 guestrooms or units
- 4 levels
- 10 dining venues
- 5 coffee shops
- Built in 2012
- Terrace on the roof
- Business facilities
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Staff is multilingual
- Storage area for luggage
- Front-desk safe
- Concierge
- Garden
- Newspapers in lobby (free)
- Elevator
- No smoking on site
- 1 conference room
The Explorer offers 143 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. 24-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- Playground
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- No onsite parking available
Food and drink
- Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: MYR 15 to 15 for adults and MYR 10 to 10 for children
- 10 restaurants
- 5 coffee shops/cafes
Things to do
- Playground
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Elevator
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Room amenities
Entertainment
- 24-inch LCD TV with cable channels
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Shower
- Slippers
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Free bottled water
More
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: MYR 50
Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Explorer
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! One child 7 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
- Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Cash deposit: MYR 100 per stay
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
A tourist tax (heritage tax) is applicable as per the requirement of the City Council of Malacca and will be collected upon check-in.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately MYR 15 to 15 for adults, and MYR 10 to 10 for children
- Late check-out fee: MYR 50 (subject to availability)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.
We should mention
- One child 7 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
- Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
- Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
Property is also known as
Explorer Hotel Malacca
Explorer Malacca
The Explorer Hotel
The Explorer Malacca City
The Explorer Hotel Malacca City
Frequently asked questions
How close is The Explorer to the airport?
The Explorer is 7.4 mi (22-min drive) away from the Malacca Intl. Airport (MKZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does The Explorer have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at The Explorer.
How close is The Explorer to the beach?
This hotel is 6.5 mi (17-min drive) from Klebang Beach and 9.9 mi (25-min drive) from Pantai Kundor. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does The Explorer offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Explorer, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of between MYR 15 and 15 for adults, MYR 10 and 10 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Is there a casino at The Explorer?
No, there is no casino at this hotel.
What time is check-in at The Explorer?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
Is there free parking at The Explorer?
Free parking is not available at this hotel.
Does The Explorer have a pool?
The Explorer does not have a pool.
Does The Explorer have a restaurant?
Yes, there are 10 restaurants on site.
Does The Explorer have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hotel.
How close is The Explorer to downtown Malacca City?
The Explorer is 0.1 mi away from Malacca City.