Kuching Hotel Tips by Wild_Orchid

This building was originally designed as an office complex but due to lack of demand for office space, it was turned into a hotel. This explains why the lobby area is rather small (but still adequate). The rooms are normal, hotel standard, and clean.

Change of Name: Some years ago, this hotel was known as the Riverside Majestic

Good views for photographers::
It has good views from the 18th floor (there is a restaurant there) and you can take great photos of Kuching city from there!

Unique Qualities: This hotel has great view of the Kuching riverside and the main town area. In the evening, take a stroll along the Kuching riverside, and enjoy the breeze.

From the 18th Floor restaurant, you can take very good photos of Kuching city - arial view!

Price quoted below is on a twin-share basis.

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Comparison: about average
Prices: US$40-80  » Currency Converter
Address: Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, , Kuching, Sarawak
Directions: By the Kuching Waterfront. Near the Hilton and also near the Holiday Inn.

Within walking distance to food outlets (Top Spot) and shopping malls (Tun Jugah mall).

Built right on the river, this is an older hotel that is still very comfortable and quite well maintained.

There are Huge Statues of Friendly Cats outside the hotel, wishing you a warm welcome to the hotel.

Its coffee house & lobby/music lounge are popular meeting places among locals as it sometimes features a live band.

This comfortable, reasonably priced hotel is popular with local and foreign tourists.

The Clark Hatch Gym and its pool attracts locals members and visitors.

Unique Qualities: Walking distance from key attractions such as the Main Bazaar and Kuching Waterfront. Also very convenient for food.

Delightful scenery: Overlooking the Sarawak River and Fort Magherita and some old kampung houses.

Rates are reasonable RM170-200 (twin share per room)

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Phone: +6082-423111
Address: Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, , Kuching, Sarawak

Formerly known as the Aurora Hotel, this stately hotel overlooks the Padang Merdeka (loosely translated "Field of Independence"), which is a historical feature of Kuching City.

Accommodation takes the form of Deluxe Rooms, or Executive and 1, 2 or 3 BR Apartment Suites that are perfectly suited for families.

Facilities include a Swimming Pool and a Fitness Centre and some up-market F&B outlets.

Unique Qualities: Its structure and building facade is old-style and unique. Walking distance to the Sarawak Museum and other major attractions.

When lit up at night, the hotel takes on a special glow, especially when viewed from across the Padang.

For that special night out, you might want to try Authentic Italian cuisine at the Ristorante Ceccari, followed by a malt whiskey, and a cigar at the La Habana.

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Phone: +6082-258000
Address: Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg, Kuching, Sarawak
Website: www.merdekapalace.com

Good business hotel that attracts business travellers from every part of the world.

Well-maintained inside and out.

It has an interesting facade when viewed from across the river.

Unique Qualities: Clean and spacious room and bathrooms.

Wall to ceiling windows in the rooms allow for excellent views of the Sarawak River and Kuching Waterfront.

It has an Executive Business Centre and a Clark Hatch Fitness Centre and Swimming Pool.

Excellent pastries are available at the Waterfront Cafe Coffee House and The Bakeshop (takeaway).

The Margherita Lounge is a great place for a drink.

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Theme: Hotel
Comparison: more expensive than average
Prices: US$40-80  » Currency Converter
Phone: +6082-248200
Address: Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kuching
Website: www.hilton.com