The Waterfront Hotel has a more modern feel compared to smaller more boutique hotels in the area, however they've made it their mission to promote local artists and supports them by displaying their art throughout the public areas of the hotel. The spacious guest rooms offer aerial views of the city, featuring contemporary decor, with a host of facilities, including an outdoor pool, while having easy access to shopping and the riverfront.
OUR OPINION:
The Waterfront Hotel offers a comfortable base to explore Kuching, and the boardwalk is a charming place for an evening stroll.
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Photos of The Waterfront Hotel
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Lobby, Waterfront Hotel -
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Swimming pool at the Waterfront Hotel
Rooms
With 208 rooms and suites in total, there's plenty of choice when it comes to room type, with views that face the city or the Sarawak River, while offering modern amenities and a classic style that flows through the hotel.
Location
Situated in the heart of Kuching, the Waterfront Hotel overlooks the Padang Merdeka and the Sarawak River, while being within walking distance to popular sites of the city, including the Sarawak Museum, Fort Margherita, and the Old State House.
Food and drink
The hotel's restaurant, Cafe via Mare, offers sweeping views of the Sarawak River, and styled with contemporary and bright decor. Start your day with a wide breakfast buffet selection to fuel your day of activity, as well as unwinding for dinner, with a variety of traditional Malaysian dishes and international options to suit your tastebuds.
Facilities and activities
As far as facilities go, the infinity pool on the 4th floor is a highlight, where you can also find the Kilig Bar and Cafe via Mare Restaurant, which all provide great views across the city, as well as a gym and a sauna. You can also find a small art exhibition on show near the bar area, in support of the hotel's initiative to nurture local talent and artists. In addition, having a shopping complex next door is also handy for any last minute purchases.
Tour ideas in Kuching
Our itineraries are there to spark ideas for how you could include a stay at The Waterfront Hotel as part of your trip. Treat them simply as suggestions, because every aspect of the trip we create for you will be yours to define.
Alternative places to stay nearby
Where possible, we like to offer a range of accommodation for each stop of your trip, chosen by our specialists as some of their favorite places to stay. To help you make the right choice, we give each property a rating based on its facilities and service, but we also look for hotels with distinct character or a location that can't be bettered.
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Hilton Hotel
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Ranee Boutique Suites
Kuching
Experiences while staying here
The following activities are designed to give you the most authentic experiences of the area where you're staying. We work with local guides, who use their knowledge and often a resident's eye to show you the main sights and more out-of-the-way attractions. Our specialists can also suggest outdoor pursuits and activities, such as cooking classes, that will introduce you to the traditions of the area's inhabitants.
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Kayaking Rainforest Adventure ![Iban woman preparing lunch for the longhouse, Lemanak River, Sarawak]()
Kayaking Rainforest Adventure
Kayaking Rainforest Adventure
This is a great experience for nature lovers and the adventurous. After a 40-minute drive from town you arrive at the mist covered hillsides around Bengoh, a delightful Bidayuh village.
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Kuching Cooking Lesson ![Food stall, Kuching]()
Kuching Cooking Lesson
Kuching Cooking Lesson
A Malay, Indian or Chinese family living in Kuching will invite you into their home and show you how to make traditional local food.
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Kuching and nearby places
- Bako National Park 23 kilometers away
- Santubong 24 kilometers away
- Tanjung Datu National Park 96 kilometers away
- Batang Ai 183 kilometers away
- Sibu 184 kilometers away
- Miri, Niah Caves & Lambir Hills National Park 509 kilometers away
- Mulu National Park 580 kilometers away
- Brunei 635 kilometers away
- Manukan Island 798 kilometers away
- Gaya Island 804 kilometers away