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Famous Inn Hotel

A 15-room hotel in the heart of Malacca, about a 20-minute walk from the Taming Sari Tower, with Wi-Fi throughout and 24-hour reception.

  • Wi-Fi throughout the property
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning in rooms
5.7 Needs improvement 85 reviews Booking.com 5.7 · 85 reviews

About

Famous Inn Hotel

Famous Inn Hotel sits on Jalan Melaka Raya 13, placing you within a 20-minute walk of the Taming Sari Tower, the revolving observation tower that doubles as a gyro. The hotel keeps things simple: 15 rooms, Wi-Fi throughout, and a 24-hour reception that makes late arrivals straightforward.

Rooms are pared back but practical, with air conditioning in the doubles and twins, while the Family Suite offers two double beds. There is no smoking on site and pets are not allowed, so the focus stays on a no-frills, central base for exploring Malacca.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Central location near Taming Sari Tower — The hotel is within a 20-minute walk of the revolving gyro tower, making it a convenient base for first-time visitors wanting to see one of Malacca's landmarks.
  • Round-the-clock front desk — With check-in open from 15:00 until late, a 24-hour reception offers flexibility for arrivals at odd hours.
  • Air conditioning in key rooms — The Deluxe Double and Deluxe Twin rooms come with air conditioning, a real plus in Malaysia's warm climate.
  • Affordable nightly rate — Starting at £12 per night, the hotel offers one of the more budget-friendly options in the area.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Mixed guest feedback on facilities — The lowest rating category is Facilities at 5.0, suggesting some guests found the on-site amenities basic or dated.
  • Simple dining options — Dining scores 5.6, indicating limited or unremarkable food service at the hotel.
  • Rooms could be more comfortable — Rooms are rated 5.9, hinting that while functional, they may lack some comfort or polish.
  • No pets allowed — Guests travelling with animals will need to make other arrangements, as the hotel enforces a strict no-pets policy.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Family Suite

  • 2 Double beds

Standard Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed

Triple Room

  • 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • No smoking on site
  • 24-hour reception

Services

  • Room service

Air conditioning

  • Air conditioning in Deluxe rooms

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

5.7
Needs improvement 85 reviews

Guest-rated 5.7/10 from 85 reviews

Booking.com · 5.7 · 85 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Malacca

The property sits in Malacca.

Taming Sari Tower: About a 20-minute walk away, this revolving gyro tower offers panoramic views over Malacca.

18 Jalan Melaka Raya 13, Malacca, Melaka, 75000, Malaysia

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

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Check-in
From 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
15 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at Famous Inn Hotel?

Check-in runs from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is until 12:00.

Is there Wi-Fi at Famous Inn Hotel?

Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Does Famous Inn Hotel allow pets?

No, pets are not allowed at the hotel.

What room types are available?

The hotel offers Deluxe Double, Deluxe Twin, Family Suite, Standard Double, and Triple Room categories.

Is smoking allowed at Famous Inn Hotel?

No, smoking is not permitted on the premises.

The bottom line

Famous Inn Hotel works if you want a cheap, central base in Malacca and spend most of your time out exploring. Keep expectations modest on the facilities and dining fronts.

5.7A basic, budget-friendly pick in central Malacca.

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