WHERE TO STAY IN SARAWAK

There are a variety of hotels to pick from, ranging from sleek simplicity to outright elegance-jostle with shopping malls, or towers overlooking the calm water. Whatever you’re searching for, in this beautiful place, you’re going to find something for you.

BUDGET

Budget travellers also go to the interior longhouses to get cheap lodging, and the state has a multitude of choices for lodging to fit any budget.

1. Woodpecker Lodge
Location: No. 264, 2nd & 3rd Floors, Chan Chin Ann Street,, Kuching City Center, Kuching, Sarawak
Price per night from RM50

The Kuching Waterfront Bazaar is 800 m from Woodpecker Lodge, Kuching. It has free WiFi and free use of its laundry services.

St. Thomas’ Cathedral is 1.1 km from the house. Kuching Airport is 8 km away, though Fort Margherita is just across the river from Sarawak.


2. Tune Hotel – Waterfront Kuching
Location: Jalan Borneo, Off Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, 93100 Kuching, Sarawak
Price per night from RM67

Located in the heart of Kuching City Center, the Tune Hotel-Waterfront Kuching is only a 15-minute drive from Kuching International Airport. It provides simple rooms with bathrooms attached. Throughout the stay, free Wi-Fi is available.

The Upside Down House in Kuching is 45 metres away and the Hills Shopping Centre is 350 metres away. Tune Hotel – Waterfront Kuching is 700 meters to Kuching Waterfront and 1.3 km from Sarawak Museum. Kuching International Airport is 11.4 km from the hotel.

AFFORDABLE

The ‘City of Cats’ of Sarawak draws tourists because of its cuisine, colonial architecture, and wildlife. Tourists have plenty of affordable lodging opportunities for a good blend of backpackers. The right ones to meet both criteria and budgets are here.

1. Ano Hotel
Location: Lot 1755, Block 9, Off Jalan Permaisuri Miri Consession Land District, Miri
Price per night from RM135

The ANO Hotel provides accommodation in Sarawak, located in the heart of Miri. City views can be experienced by visitors. There is free WiFi throughout the property.

Permaisuri Imperial City Mall and Miri Waterfront are 300 metres apart, whereas Bintang Megamall is 650 metres away. It is 10.5 km from the closest airport, Miri Airport.

2. Hotel Grand Continental Kuching
Location: Tanjung Bidara, Masjid Tanah, 78300 Kampong Tanjong Bedar
Price per night from RM142

The resort provides two swimming pools for guests, so there will be no problem of the pool being too full if you come here during the school holiday season.

Each room offers refreshing views such as bluish sea views or the green garden. Bedrooms are equipped with fluffy beds and pillows, each also has air conditioning and a TV. If you are staying at this resort chalet there is extra lounge and toilet provided for your needs that come in large numbers.

LUXURY

For travellers looking to live it up in style during their tropical getaway, the best luxury hotels in Sarawak are perfect retreats. Sarawak is also known for hosting some of the most expensive lodging options in the country, surrounded by verdant jungles, winding rivers, and exotic wildlife.

1. Mega Hotel
Location: Lot 907 Jalan Merbau, 98000 Miri
Price per night from RM220

Mega Hotel is situated in Miri and 600 metres from Miri Handiicraft Centre. It features an outdoor swimming pool and 3 dining options. Free WiFi is open in the property and free parking is available for visitors who drive.

The Mega Hotel is 700 metres from Miri Waterfront, while Miri City Fan Park is 1 km away. Miri International Airport is 10 km away by vehicle.

2. Pullman Kuching
Location: No 1A Jalan Mathies, 93100 Kuching, Malaysia
Price per night from RM255

The elegantly furnished rooms are filled with a satellite flat-screen TV and a minibar. A bath and a rain shower are installed in the en suite bathroom. From the bed, guests enjoy city views.

The Cat Statue is 600 metres from Pullman Kuching, while the Museum of Chinese Culture is 550 metres away. The property is 10 km from Kuching International Airport.