The Shore Hotel & Residences Melaka: A Detailed Review
Stay Details
- Check-in: August 6, 2025
- Check-out: August 9, 2025
- Room: Studio Suites (40m²)
- Price: RM127.32 (breakfast for 2) + RM4.00 (heritage fee)
- Platform: Trip.com
Parking: 4/5 Stars
Finding your way around the parking is pretty straightforward:
- Just follow the directional arrows to the hotel parking.
- The parking system uses license plate recognition for entry and exit.
- Levels 3A & 3B: Paid parking (RM10/stay).
- Levels 7 & 8: Complimentary parking for hotel guests.
- Ample space to maneuver your vehicle while navigating the ramps.
Check-in: 4/5 Stars
The check-in process was smooth:
- Upon entering level 3A, you'll see the Hibiscus Grand Ballroom. Look for the signs; The Shore Hotel is to the left, and Swiss Garden Hotel to the right.
- The hotel shares a building with The Shore Mall and residential units.
- You'll need to take the elevator down to level G for hotel lobby check-in.
- Inform the receptionist which level you parked on, along with your license plate number. Pay the RM10 fee if you parked on level 3A or 3B.
- A mandatory RM4/night heritage fee (Melaka heritage tax) is required.
- The lobby is cozy, well-lit, and the staff are super helpful.
- You'll receive two access cards.
- The hotel's cafe, Quay River Cafe, is located right in front of the lobby.
Room: 5/5 Stars
The Studio Suite exceeded expectations:
- The room is incredibly spacious for the price.
- It features two single beds (easily accommodates two small children, as they are wider than standard singles) and a sofa bed.
- The balcony offers views of Melaka city, the river cruise route, and the Straits of Melaka (depending on the room's location).
- Amenities include an electric kettle, tea, coffee, an iron, an ironing board, and an induction cooktop (functionality untested).
- The TV offers basic channels and various radio stations. No Netflix available.
Bathroom: 4/5 Stars
The bathroom was well-appointed:
- The bathroom is spacious, with a partition separating the toilet and shower areas.
- A water tap is available, but no bidet.
- The bathroom uses frosted glass walls. To avoid shadows, turn off the bathroom lights (the upper portion of the glass is not frosted). This is the only minor drawback.
- Dental kit, shampoo, and bath foam are provided.
Breakfast: 4/5 Stars
A delightful breakfast spread:
- A wide variety of choices (chicken slices, chicken sausage, baked beans, bread pudding with vanilla sauce, fried loh see fun (short laksa noodles), laksa nyonya, nasi lemak, porridge with condiments, egg station, croissants, bread, jam, butter, coffee machine, tea, two types of fruits, sliced cheese, pau, roti prata, dahl curry). Worth the price.
- Breakfast add-on prices: RM35/adult, RM29/child (5-12 years old). Pay at the receptionist counter.
- Breakfast hours: 7:00 am - 12:00 pm
- The cafe area is not very large. Expect to queue during peak hours.
Pool: 5/5 Stars
A fantastic pool area for the whole family:
- Located on the 9th floor.
- Kid-friendly, resembling a mini waterpark. Spacious and suitable for children to swim.
- Beautiful and well-maintained landscaping.
- A gym is located above the pool.
- A fenced basketball court is near the swimming pool.
- The indoor adult pool (under maintenance) is on the same floor.
Check-out: 5/5 Stars
A breeze:
- Very easy. Simply return the access cards to the receptionist.
Overall: 4.5/5 Stars
A great staycation experience. The only suggestion for improvement would be to replace the frosted glass in the bathroom. The hotel is conveniently located within a mall and has a spa on level 3A. The location is excellent in Melaka city, close to various tourist attractions.
