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River View Guesthouse and Hostel Reviews

94 & 96, Jalan Kampong Pantai, Melaka, Malaysia

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92%Overall Rating

From 81 ratings
  • 94%Character
  • 90%Security
  • 96%Location
  • 93%Staff
  • 91%Atmosphere
  • 88%Cleanliness

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90%

I really enjoyed my stay at River View and would happily recommend the hostel to everyone with a little imagination. The only downside i would have to mention would be that (particularly in the event of feeling a bit under the weather), the proximity of the bathrooms to the very charming terrace overlooking the river might be compromising to both those enjoying the view and those in the bathroom.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 07 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Male 41+
  • (1 review)


97%

Very nice owner. Gives you great recommendations for the city. Helped me to book a hostel for the next city I stayed in. Can highly recommend this guesthouse!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Female 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


90%

This guesthouse was renovated with a nice touch and the place had a really nice atmosphere. The rooms and showers were quite modest, but common areas, such as the terrace and kitchen were really nice. The host of this hostel was helpful and in addition you got to taste nice fruit cake or lemon cake with your evening tea.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 04 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • (Country undisclosed)
  • (Gender undisclosed)


97%

the location is really good. I could enjoy the beatiful river side scenery.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 31 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • South Korea
  • Female 31-40
  • (1 review)


100%

Amazing place to stay. We stayed longer than planned. Staff is very helpful and we met some nice people when staying there. Terrace facing the river was the best thing. Highly recommending the place!


100%

Great place, clean facility, walking distance to Jonker Street. Slept on lower floor dorm, could hear people from upstairs walking, sounded like thunder, deafening. Nice view though.


100%

Amamzing stay!! Loved the place completely!!!!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • India
  • Male 18-24
  • (1 review)


83%

it was nice he was kind and speaks english well. the view from the terrace was amazing and the chinese woman who works there was very kind ^^ she can't speak english well but she did her best to tell some information whenever i ask her thank you ~

  • Novice Nomad
  • 17 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • South Korea
  • Female 25-30
  • (2 reviews)


100%

Just a pleasant and relaxing place to stay in a great historical setting.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 16 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 41+
  • (1 review)


100%

We loved staying at River View guest house. AS a family of five including a grandma we found the facilities and location superb.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 15 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • New Zealand
  • Female 41+
  • (1 review)


100%

What a gem! Owner is extremely helpful and welcoming and takes the time to give you a very thorough map tour of Melaka along with recommendations on what to do and where to eat. Rooms are nice, everything is very very clean. Location is perfect. Definitely not a party hostel, a very nice place to relax after a day of sightseeing. Excellent value for money and one of the best places I've stayed in Asia!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 14 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Female 25-30
  • (7 reviews)


87%

we arrived late at night 10pm but the host still there waiting at the counter and welcome us with drinks and map information. Excellent location. Beautiful balcony facing the river and room is big. 2 nights in melaka weren't enough. we will definitely come back to this lovely guesthouse.


90%

Very nice and cozy hostel by the river, you can sit outside on the terrace which is very nice! It's also very good located, the rooms are clean and the beds are comfy :)

  • Avid Traveller
  • 08 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Sweden
  • Female 18-24
  • (19 reviews)


97%

The best I could ever imagine for the reasonable price!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 08 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Japan
  • Male 18-24
  • (1 review)


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