Malacca is a fabled historic city that once stood at the crossroads of the shipping trade between east and west. Rich in its own unique culture, the city's history is a colourful tapestry woven through six centuries of diverse peoples and cultures.

Malacca is famed as the place where history of Malaysia began. Parameswara, an excited prince from Sumatra, founded it in 1396. It thrived as a port-of-call to many ships and merchants from China, India, Arabia and Europe.

Hotel Seri Costa is ideally located within Plaza Mahkota, a commercial centre next to Malacca Raya which is a bustling business and entertainment area. Surrounding Hotel Seri Costa (and within 12 minutes walking distance) are famous tourist destination like the A'Famosa fort, St. Paul's Hill and Church ruins, Stadthuys building, Mahkota Parade Shopping Mall and the Maritime Museum.