About 1,000 rooms are expected to be added to the existing rooms that are available in the city. Novotel Interhill Kuching and Sarawak Convention Centre's hotel  are scheduled to be ready by the end of 2008. Of the two hotels, Sarawak Convention Centre is said to be offering 300 international class rooms while the 23-storey Novotel Interhill Kuching will also have similar number of rooms.

The construction of the convention centre and its hotel is part of State's preparation in attracting the lucrative MICE (meeting, incentive, conference and exhibition) business to Sarawak shore. Located prominently at the Kuching Isthmus, the convention centre which has floor area of 36,500sq meters can easily accommodate 5,000 people. Once in operation, the convention centre will definitely put Kuching in the forefront of attracting national and regional conferences.

Another two more hotels are also scheduled to be ready in 2009. To be constructed by Global Upline, the 12-storey Four Points Sheraton will be build near the Kuching International Airport while another one which is yet to be named, will be build within the commercial area of Kuching city. The four-star Four Points Sheraton will have 360 rooms while the other hotel will have 220 rooms. In the next three years another hotel will be build within the city centre. Scheduled to be ready in 2010, the Plaza Merdeka project will have a hotel tower offering 290 rooms. Apart from the hotel block. Plaza Merdeka project also consists of a modem mall which houses office spaces, shopping area and eatery outlets. Built within the heritage area of the city, the mall is surrounded by historical landmarks like the Central Police Station, Sarawak Tourism Complex and General Post Office. It is also within walking distance from tourist attractions such as the Sarawak Museum, Textile Museum, Sarawak Craft Councils, India Street pedestrian mall, Kuching Waterfront esplanade and the souvenir haven of Carpenter Street and Main Bazaar. At the moment Kuching has about 4,000 rooms from the five-star to orchid rated hotels.  

Accommodation ranges from budget hostels to luxury international class hotels. Most Hotels are located in the central area and within easy walking distance of major tourist attractions and the central business district. Rates shown range from cheapest single to most expensive double.

International Class Hotels

There are a number of deluxe hotels in Kuching city centre. Promotional rates are sometimes available during low season or weekends. Enquire for details. The beach resorts at Damai are covered in the Damai and Santubong section.

Novotel Interhill

Kuching, Sarawak, East Malaysia

The 388-room Novotel Interhill Kuching will play an important role in building Kuching’s tourism infrastructure by providing modern, stylish accommodation

Hilton Kuching

Hilton Kuching, Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, PO Box 2396, 93748 Kuching. Tel: 248200 Fax: 428984. E-mail: kuching@hilton.com. Website: www.hilton.com.

 315 rooms. Rates RM 470 - 575, RM 995 - 3,765 (s).

Outlets include Waterfront Cafe (Coffee House), Caffe Cino (Coffee, Cakes, Fresh Breads & Panini), The Steakbouse (Fusion Cuisine), Toh Yuen (Cantonese & Szechuan Cuisine, Dim Sum Lunches), Senso (Cocktail Bar, Special Martinis, DJ & Live Entertainment), Matang Terrace (Poolside Bar & Open-Air Restaurant), Mizube (Sushi & Oyster Bar), The Bakeshop (Bakery & Patisserie). Directly overlooking Sarawak River. Features include Executive Floor with Club Room, Executive Business Centre, Airport Desk (at Kuching Airport), Clark Hatch Fitness Centre, Flood-lit Tennis Court, Non-Smoking Floors, 24-Hour Business Services, Extensive Conference & Banquet Facilities. Twinned with Hilton Batang Ai Longhouse Resort .

Novotel Interhill Kuching with open by end of 2008.
This 23-storey tall hotel on the hill enjoys a prime location in the city centre, offering panoramic views of Kuching and Sarawak River. Novotel Interhill Kuching will be catering business and leisure travellers...

192 rooms. Room rate RM 150 - 345, RM 437 - 529 (s). Outlets include Brasserie Kuching (Coffee House), Grand Spa (Resort Style Spa with Gym, Spa Pool, Massage Rooms, Sauna, Steam Room, etc.). Situated in city centre / business district. Features include Pool, Business Centre, Health Spa, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms & Facilities for Disabled Guests, Ladies Rooms, Baby Cots Available, Extensive Banquet & Conference Facilities.

Most 4-5 stars hotel rooms provide in-room internet facility, check with the hotel counters on the rates charged.

 

Merdeka Palace Hotel & Suites (Former Aurora Hotel) is managed by BK Management & Services Sdn. Bhd

Merdeka Palace Hotel & Suites, Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg, 93000 Kuching. Tel: 258000 Fax: 425400 E-mail: info@merdekapalace.com. www.merdekapalace.com. 213 rooms (incl. 99 Executive Suites & Apartment Suites). Room rate RM 180 - 250, Executive Suites RM 900 - 5,500, Apartment Suites RM 400 - 500. Outlets include Aurora Court (Coffee House, All-Day Dining), Ristorante Beccari (Italian Fine Dining), Seattle Coffee & Tea Co (Coffee & Tea Bar), The Victoria Arms (English Pub with Live Music), YN Cellar (Wine Bar), La Habana (Cigar Divan & Lounge). Situated in the city centre directly overlooking Padang Merdeka. Features include Health and Fitness Centre, Swimming Pool, Non-Smoking Floors, Executive Business Centre, Rooms & Facilities for Disabled Guests, Wireless Internet Throughout & Broadband Internet Connection Available, Extensive Conference & Banquet Facilities, Children's Playground, Satellite TV, Baby Sitting Service.

A Business Class hotel with new concept of seamless and one stop service to ensure the total comfort of business travelers and holidaymakers. Strategically located at the frontier of Kuching`s Golden Triangle and overlooking the famous Kuching Waterfront with a panoramic view of the Sarawak River. Nearby are historical buildings such as the oldest Chinese Temple in Kuching - Tua Pek Kong Temple, Chinese History Museum and Fort Margherita. Opposite the hotel is the Main Bazaar, a shopping paradise for antiques and handicrafts lovers.

Supreme Hotel

Jalan Ban Hock. 68 rooms. Room rate RM 59 - 69, RM 137 (s) (including breakfast).  Supreme Hotel is at the city center. Short distance to Shopping complexes, entertainment outlets, food centres  Tel:(6) 082-255155, Fax: (6) 082-252522

Arif Hotel

 Jalan Haji Taha. Tel: 241211 Fax: 241212. Room rate RM 70, RM 90 (family room). Located near Kuching Mosque.

Hua Kuok Inn

Lot 227, Jalan Ban Hock. Tel: 429788 Fax: 424329. Room rate RM 70, RM 126 (s).

Kuching Park Hotel

Lot 606, Jalan Padungan, PO Box 701, 93714 Kuching (short taxi ride from centre). Tel: 239888 Fax: 238799 E-mail: kuchingpark@hotmail.com www.kuchingparkhotel.com.

Room rate RM 120 = Rm 300

108 well-decorated rooms with amenities,private bathroom, colour television and carpetted floors,
 

Borneo Hotel, 30 C-FJalan Tabuan. Tel: 244122 Fax: 254848. 65 rooms. Published rate RM 110-190 ^+- +), RM 290 (s) (+ +), substantial discounts may be available.






Kingwood Inn, Jalan Padungan, PO Box 2842, 93756 Kuching (short taxi ride from centre). Tel: 330888 Fax: 332888 E-mail: kingwd@tm.net.my Website www.sarawak.com.my/kingwood. 90 rooms. Pool & full facilities. Room rate RM 125-200 (+ +), RM 320 (s) (+ +).





Liwah Hotel, Lot 187, Section 47, Jalan Song Thian Cheok. Tel: 429222 Fax: 423690. 93 rooms. Room rate RM 70 - 98, RM 160 (s).





Regal Court, Lot 45 & 66, Section 10 KTLD, Jalan Tun Ahmad Zaidi Adruce, 93400 Kuching. Tel: 412211 Fax: 413211 E-mail: regal_c@tm.net.my www.borneohotels.net. 42 rooms. Room rate RM 90 - 110. Boutique-style hotel, close to Weekend Market.


Regency Rajah Court Hotel, Kuching By-Pass, Pending, 93450 Kuching (short taxi ride from centre). Tel: 484799 Fax: 482750 E-mail: rajcourt@tm.net.my. Website: www.theregencyhotel.com.my/rajahcourt. 108 rooms. Pool & full facilities. Room rate RM 100 -130, RM 160 - 250 (S).






Telang Usan Hotel, Jalan Ban Hock. Tel: 415588 Fax: 425316 E-mail: tusan@po. jaring.my. www.telangusan.com. 66 rooms. Room rate RM 80 -150. Kuching's only Orang Ulu owned and managed hotel, reflected in its friendly, laid-back style and traditional Kenyah decor. Name means "Sweet River" in Kenyah language. Laundry, dry cleaning, safe deposit boxes, mail and postage facilities, onward reservations, oom service, Hertz car rental. Includes Dulit Coffee House (6am-12 midnight) and Golden Phoenix Restaurant (Szechuan Cuisine). Conference rooms available.
 

Jalan Green Hill is where most backpackers head direct to upon arriving Kuching City.  This is the location for budget hotels and B&B. Some dorms are air-conditioned with comfortable and clean bunk beds. Fresh bed linen is provided for all guests. Around Jalan Green Hill you can easily find eating places. This list also include cheap accommodation in other part of Malaysia including Budget Hotels.

Do not confused this Jalan Green Hill with another Jalan Green (Green Road). These two roads are almost 3 km apart.

MR. CLEAN Laundry Cleaning Services is at block 2 shop no: 7.  For washing and drying is Rm5.00 per kilo. Tel: 082-246424

Most of the budget hotels are in Block 1 and 2.

Photo below is block 1

B & B Inn, 1st and 2nd  Floor, 30-1, Jalan Tabuan (next to Borneo Hotel). Tel: 237366 E-mail: bnbswk@streamyx.com.

http://www.geocities.com/bnbsarawak/accommodation.html

RM 16 in a 6-bed dormitory, Rooms RM 25-35 (fan), RM 30 - 40 (air-con). Family/group room RM 45 (3 pax) - RM 116 (8 pax) Prices include light breakfast.

B & B Inn is Kuching's first budget traveller's Inn with economical accomodation in dormitories & private rooms. Breakfast included. B & B Inn is next to Borneo Hotel and about 500 meters from the Kuching Waterfront.

Spacious rooms with air-conditioning or fan.
Economical rates from RM15.00 per person (Dorm)*.
All rates include breakfast.
Clean rooms, toilets & bathrooms.
Safe & secure - 24hr safety monitoring system, fire doors & fire escape. (Fully approved by the Malaysian Fire Department)
Reading area with large range of reading materials & travel information.
Discounts available for Long Term Guests.
Great location, near to all attractions and amenities.
Helpful & friendly staff members.
Tour arrangements at very reasonable prices.
 

Chung Hin Hotel, 74 Jalan Padungan. Tel: 411678 Fax: 428343. Room rate RM 40 -80 (family).


Central Inn, 172-3 Jalan Tan Sri Ong Kee Hui. Tel: 417276/7 Fax: 417297. Room rate RM 45 - 55. 10 mins walk from city centre, rooms well-appointed for this price category.


City Inn, 275-276 Jalan Abell. Tel: 414866 Fax: 414869. Room rate RM 48 - 69.


Fata Hotel, Jalan McDougall. Tel: 248111 Fax: 428987. Room rate RM 52 - 58. Fata Hotel was among the best hotel in the 1960s and 1970s. Main night clubs were around this Fata area.  Saint Mary Secondary School and Saint Thomas Secondary are near by.

Aurora Hotel back in the 1970s’ was the best hotel in Kuching. (while Fata Hotel ranked second). Today it is the Merdeka Palace Hotel & Suites and managed by BK Management & Services Sdn. Bhd

Kapit Hotel, 59, Jalan Padungan. Tel: 244179 Fax: 418516. Room rate RM 45 - 50.


Mariin Inn, 571-3 Jalan Nanas, 93400 Kuching. Tel: 233500 Fax: 236500. Room rate RM 46 - 60. Near to Sunday Market.




Tai Pan Hotel, 93 Jalan Padungan, behind Hock Ping Cafe. Tel: 417363/418363 Fax: 427185. Rate RM 40 - 45.