Swiss-Garden Hotel Melaka is located in the historic state of Melaka, a city rich in cultural heritage and diversity. This contemporary hotel offers a tranquil and luxurious sanctuary above the city. Overlooking Melaka’s UNESCO World Heritage area, the state’s tallest hotel features 306 elegantly appointed guest rooms, complete with modern amenities, and is seamlessly connected to a shopping complex, giving guests the convenience of leisure and retail in one destination.

Ideally positioned near Melaka’s key historical attractions, Swiss-Garden Hotel Melaka is just a 15-minute walk from the renowned Jonker Street. Guests may also enjoy a scenic walk along the nearby river, which encircles the hotel and provides picturesque views of Kampung Morten, a traditional Malay village set within the heart of the city.

Places of interest

Jonker Street

Jonker Street, or Jalan Hang Jebat, is a street in the historic Chinatown of Melaka, starting just across the river from Dutch Square. Jonker Street is a place to experience deep-rooted ethnic and cultural heritage. The street is lined with shops that selling antiques, textiles, handicrafts, and souvenirs. On weekends, starting Friday night at 6 pm, the road is closed to traffic and transforms into a very crowded night market.

Melaka River Cruise

The Melaka River Cruise is a popular attraction that allows visitors to enjoy the city’s historic sights from the water. The cruise passes well-known landmarks such as Christ Church and Jonker Walk, while providing interesting information about Melaka’s cultural heritage. Colourful murals and street art along the riverbanks enhance the scenic view.

Evening cruises are particularly appealing, with city lights creating a magical atmosphere. Visitors may also see birds and monkeys near the mangroves. Overall, the cruise offers a relaxing and enjoyable way to discover Melaka’s history and charm.

Maritime Museum

The Maritime Museum is a replica of the Flor de la Mar, a Portuguese ship believed to have sunk off the coast of Malacca while carrying treasure taken from the city on its return journey to Portugal. Opened in 1994, the museum offers visitors an insightful look into Malacca’s history. The replica stands about 34 meters high and 8 meters wide. The museum mainly highlights Malacca’s maritime heritage and the golden era of the Malacca Sultanate, when the city was known as the Emporium of the East.

Menara Taming Sari

Menara Taming Sari, also known as the Taming Sari Tower, officially opened on 18 April 2008 and is Malaysia’s first and only gyro tower. Standing 110 metres tall, its rotating platform provides a 360-degree panoramic view of Melaka town and the surrounding areas. The tower is located in the popular Bandar Hilir area on Jalan Merdeka, just a three-minute walk from Mahkota Parade Shopping Complex and Dataran Pahlawan Megamall.

Getting here

Swiss-Garden Hotel MelakaT2-4 The Shore @ Melaka River, Jalan Persisiran Bunga Raya, 75300,Melaka Tengah, Melaka, Malaysia.

GPS Coordinates: 2.204255, 102.250079

The hotel is conveniently located approximately 130 km from Kuala Lumpur and 200 km from Singapore.