GOOD TIME, GOOD LOCATION
MY room on the 16th floor of the newly opened DoubleTree by Hilton Melaka faces the old part of Melaka Historic City. While it doesn’t look much different from the rest of the city, the old part of Melaka seems to come alive at night. Lights from the heritage sites light up the night sky.
Situated 10 minutes’ drive away from the Unesco World Heritage Site of downtown Melaka, the hotel makes an ideal location for those who want to experience Melaka’s delicacies and heritage, while visiting famous attractions, including Jonker Street, heritage buildings at Red Square and St Paul’s Hill. The hotel is the latest DoubleTree by Hilton property in key destinations across Malaysia. The others are in Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Johor Baru.
As a member of HHonors, checking in is a breeze. In minutes, I am whisked away to my room, pre-set to a cool temperature - a welcome feature after spending a good half of the day in hot weather.
A quick wash under the rain shower, I am ready for the plush bed. The mattress is firm and supports the weight well. A night of restful sleep later, I am ready to head to the coffee house, Makan Kitchen, for breakfast.
Famished, I eye the good food. Here, there is no shortage of local and international cuisine, which caters to all ages. Psst... Go for the prepacked nasi lemak! It’s so good that I go for a second helping.
Pizza lovers can head to Tosca, the Italian restaurant on the third floor. Here, you can customise your pizza with your favourite ingredients. You can also have your pizza by the nearby infinity pool.
One of the highlights of my stay is lounging by the poolside, taking a dip whenever the weather cools a little. I also enjoy taking in the sunset view in the evening with my new friends. My good time at the hotel comes to a speedy end and before long, it’s time to pack my bags and head home.
But before that, I go down to the reception desk for an express checkout. The friendly woman behind the desk hands me the signature Hilton cookie for a sweet journey home.