Peranakan heritage, personalised hospitality, and striking design come together in the heart of Melaka.
Baba House Melaka, operated by Baba Residences Sdn Bhd, has been named Boutique Hotel of the Year - Malaysia at the Travel Daily Media Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2026 - Malaysia, in recognition of its one-of-a-kind approach to boutique hospitality.
Set in Melaka’s UNESCO World Heritage area, the hotel offers a stay rooted in its surroundings. Historic architecture, intimate spaces, local culinary experiences, and personalised service shape every part of the guest experience, from arrival and accommodation to dining, relaxation, and cultural discovery.
Bringing Peranakan heritage into the guest experience
Baba House is made up of five historic buildings, combining the scale of a full-service hotel with the intimacy of a boutique property. Its spaces include an entry terrace, mural, aquatic pond, courtyard, library, dining spaces, and piano lounge.
Peranakan heritage is expressed in the atmosphere, the food and the heritage-inspired features found throughout the property, giving guests a first-hand experience of local culture. The layout encourages exploration beyond the guestroom, with places to dine, relax, socialise, or celebrate. Its interiors have also made the hotel a popular spot for photographs.
Beyond its design, the team pays close attention to the needs of each guest. Staff can assist with dining and special event enquiries, family and group stays, room selection, and local recommendations. Its location in Melaka’s heritage district also makes it easy to discover the city’s culture and scenery.
Baba House shows that a boutique stay can offer intimacy and modern convenience without losing character: personality in its design, a cultural connection through its Peranakan influences, and a warm team that makes each stay more enjoyable.
The recognition at the Travel Daily Media Travel Trade Excellence Awards 2026 - Malaysia highlights Baba House Melaka’s commitment to creating a stay shaped by heritage, personal service and a meaningful connection to its surroundings.
The Travel Daily Media Travel Trade Excellence Awards - Malaysia is the pinnacle of recognition in Malaysia’s dynamic travel industry, celebrating the best of the best. This prestigious programme showcases top performers across hotels, airlines, airports, cruise lines, tour operators, travel agencies, booking platforms, and travel technology.
The Travel Daily Media Travel Trade Excellence Awards - Malaysia is presented by Travel Daily Media Magazine. To view the full list of winners, click here. For more information on the awards programme, you may contact Czarina Villanueva at +(65) 3158 1386 or [email protected].
