Tang House in Malacca

Since we would be staying for one night only in Melaka, I looked for a place that would suit our budget. Of course, a budget accommodation along Jonker Street would be better. Through the hotel reviews of some travelers from tripidavisor.com, I was able to made a reservation at Tang House without any downpayment at all. 😉 The owner, Mr. Tang, kept on answering all my queries through email. He’s such a nice man. 😉

Tang House along Harmony Street

Tang House

80-1, Jalan Tokong, 75200 Melaka, Malaysia/+606 283 3969/tanghouse@live.com

2nd floor: rooms can be found

narrow corridor

a/c twin room @ RM55/night

universal adapter needed for charging

common toilet

hot & cold shower

the kitchen at second floor: common area

Tang House Cafe serves breakfast

 

About Tang House:

• Wall dividers are made of wood.
• It only has 2 common toilets with hot & cold shower.
• No toiletries provided.
• Not all the staff can speak/understand English.
• Water dispenser is available meaning drinking water is free. 😉
• Breakfast at an affordable price is being served at the cafe.
• Payment can be made upon check-out. No receipt.
• Refrigerator, gas stove and microwave can be used with no charges at all.
• Free use of computer and internet.
• Mr. Tang (young entrepreneur) is always around.
• Jonker Cafe is just across the guesthouse.
• Tourists attractions are just nearby.

 

A Short Walk in Jonker Street

Jonker Street, the center street of Chinatown in Melaka, was once famous for its antique shops but over the years it has turned to clothing and crafts outlets as well as restaurants. The best time to be at Jonker Street is on Friday and Saturday nights where there is a  night market that sells everything from tasty treats to cheap keepsakes. You would see traders along the street who put up stalls to sell their products. Some of the locals convert their houses to food stalls where you can get a glimpse of their unique architectural designs.

Jonker Street

a local restaurant

local shops

Hokkien Huay Kuan; Ancestral House

Carrot & Raddish Cake @ 50 sen/pc

Dodol Melaka: home made delicacy made from coconut & brown sugar

ice candies

Honey lime juice

sugar lollies

candies

Gula Melaka Store

Yummy!

Ingredients: coco milk, syrup, grass jelly & beans

Jonker Walk

souv! 😉