Title: Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=100118230&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene Condo with free parking, near Jonker Street Night Market ## Photo gallery for Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene ![Outdoor pool - Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene (Malacca City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100120000/100118300/100118230/494547e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Sport court - Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene (Malacca City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100120000/100118300/100118230/a44317e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Balcony - Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene (Malacca City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100120000/100118300/100118230/d25e891b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View | City view - Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene (Malacca City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100120000/100118300/100118230/3d4bd7ab_edited_4465.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Apartment, 1 Queen Bed | Living area - Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene (Malacca City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100120000/100118300/100118230/7de00d5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies Near Jonker Street Night Market, Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene provides everything you need. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMalacca-City-Hotels-Melaka-Novo-8-Residence-By-Stayrene.h100118230.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMalacca-City-Hotels-Melaka-Novo-8-Residence-By-Stayrene.h100118230.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C2.21269%2C102.23978&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fX_ks-NMwLMx4CKkASgmfBv1Olk=) 24, Jalan Kesidang 3/4,, Malacca City, Melaka, 75300 #### What's nearby - AEON Bandaraya Melaka Shopping Centre \- 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - The Shore Oceanarium \- 2 min drive \- 1.9 km - Jonker Street Night Market \- 3 min drive \- 1.9 km - Malacca Heritage Centre \- 3 min drive \- 2.7 km - Malacca General Hospital \- 4 min drive \- 3.4 km #### Getting around - KB17 Pulau Sebang/Tampin Station - 29 min drive - Malacca Intl. Airport (MKZ) - 12 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mcdonald's Jalan Tun Perak - ‬3 min walk - ‪Thong Shui Inn - ‬6 min walk - ‪Tuan Yuan Chicken Rice Ball 团圆香滑鸡饭粒 - ‬6 min walk - ‪Kampung Lapan 摇头云吞面 - ‬5 min walk - ‪金发XO烧腊小食馆 - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene Condo with free parking, near Jonker Street Night Market This condo building features an outdoor pool and free self parking. Each condo provides a Smart TV with cable channels, plus a kitchen with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Free WiFi, Netflix, and a ceiling fan are among the other amenities available to guests. Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Accommodations at this 3-star condo have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and bidets. This Malacca City condo provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). 42-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. 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Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 20 units ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions; access will be through a private entrance You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A damage deposit of MYR 200 will be collected before check-in. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Melaka Novo 8 By Stayrene Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene Condo Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene Malacca City Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene Condo Malacca City ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene have a pool? ### Is Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene? ### What time is check-out at Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene? ### Where is Melaka Novo 8 Residence by Stayrene located? ## Have a question? 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