Hotels in Kuching. Stay in town or sleep in the rainforest?

The Waterfront Hotel

For walks in the old town, families and a break in the pool after the excursion.

• Pool and fitness area in the hotel
• Deluxe Family with two queen beds

Traveling on foot

Above Plaza Merdeka. Old Court House: under 350m, estimated about 5 minutes walk. Darul Hana Bridge: under 750m, estimated about 10-15 minutes walk.

The right room

Deluxe Family: approximately 32 m², two queen beds, according to the hotel for up to four adults or two adults and two children. “Compound View” does not mean a promised river view.

The trade-off

For a view of the Sarawak River, choose a room with a designated river view; the Deluxe Family category “Compound View” does not offer this.

The LimeTree Hotel

For food stops in Padungan and a drink over the rooftops after your excursion.

• LimeLight Rooftop Lounge with a view of the Sarawak River
• Non-smoking room with rain shower

Traveling on foot

Abell Road in the Padungan district: according to the hotel description, about a ten-minute walk to the Riverside Waterfront.

Room & Breakfast

The rooms have tea/coffee making facilities and a private bathroom with a rain shower. Breakfast is available at Café Sublime; Whether it is included in the room rate depends on the Agoda rate.

The trade-off

You live near Padungan and not directly at Plaza Merdeka and Old Court House. For frequent visits to the western part of the Waterfront, the Waterfront Hotel is a more direct choice.

Meritin Hotel

8.8 / 10 Agoda · 8,110 reviews · As of October 19, 2026

More budget for Bako, orangutans and good food: your practical city base on Jalan Padungan.

• Restaurant and 24-hour reception
• Standard and family rooms on offer

Location

On Jalan Padungan, between shops and local eateries. For the old town in the west, plan a longer walk than from the Waterfront Hotel.

Your room

Standard rooms are also listed on Agoda without windows. For daylight, you explicitly choose a suitable room category; Family rooms are available separately.

Good to know

The recommendation focuses on location and rooms instead of a large pool area. Compare the final price including breakfast with D’Green and LimeTree.

D’Green Hotel Kuching

8.7 / 10 Agoda · 1,243 reviews · As of October 19, 2026

Your easy base for waterfront, city walks and downtown dining.

• Central address on Jalan Green Hill
• 24-hour reception and family room

Location

No. 25 Jalan Green Hill, in the center. Chinese Museum and Waterfront can be combined with your walks through the city.

Your room

Agoda offers standard king, twin and family rooms, among others. Some queen listings are windowless; the category determines daylight and space.

Good to know

The choice of room counts more here than leisure facilities. Guest reviews sometimes mention street noise and noise; For a peaceful night's sleep, it's worth taking a look at the room location.

Sheraton Kuching Hotel

9.1 / 10 Agoda · 4,516 reviews · As of October 19, 2026

For comfort between your excursions: stay centrally and relax by the pool after the rainforest day.

• Pool with a view and fitness center
• Restaurants and bar in the hotel

Location

No. 2 Jalan Padungan, downtown. A good starting point if you want to combine restaurants and city walks with your touring days.

Your room

Agoda lists, among other things, king rooms with city views and club categories. Lounge access and breakfast are only included if they are included in your booked option.

Good to know

The additional hotel offer is particularly worthwhile if you plan time for the pool and restaurants. For overnight stays, Meritin or D’Green are the simpler alternatives.

Pullman Kuching Hotel

8.4 / 10 Agoda · 15,312 reviews · As of October 19, 2026

Discover the city, swim and eat relaxed: another hotel option in the center of Kuching.

• Pool with a view and fitness center
• Restaurant, bar and 24-hour reception

Location

Interhill Place on Jalan Mathies, in the city center. The location suits waterfront, shopping stops and dinner days in town.

Your room

The offers include different room and executive categories. For an executive option, the decisive factor is whether lounge access is actually included in the selected tariff.

Good to know

At 8.4, the overall rating is below that of our two budget picks. Above all, compare room category, current reviews and the overall price with Sheraton.

Hock Lee Hotel & Residences

8.4 / 10 Agoda · 10,703 reviews · As of October 19, 2026

An alternative if pool, parking and a suitable room are more important to you than the next corner of the old town.

• Pool and fitness center
• Free parking spaces in the Agoda offer

Location

Hock Lee Center on Jalan Datuk Abang Abdul Rahim, east of the classic old town route. A drive is often more convenient for the Waterfront and Museum District.

Your room

The Agoda link leads to the offer “Hock Lee Hotel & Residences” under the former URL name M Hotels Tower A. Select the appropriate room or residential unit; the name alone does not guarantee a private kitchen.

Good to know

With 8.4, the house is not part of the budget selection from 8.5. It is an additional location option; Costs for city trips should be included in your price comparison.

Raia Hotel Convention Centre Kuching

9.0 / 10 Agoda · 9,288 reviews · As of October 19, 2026

Make your first or last night easy: a hotel right by the airport with space to arrive and pool time.

• Swimming pool and children's pool
• Restaurant and airport transfer on offer

Location

No. 1 Jalan Lapangan Terbang, near Kuching International Airport. Located outside the Waterfront and Old Town route; for city days you need a transfer.

Your room

In addition to regular rooms, studios and family suites are also listed. Occupancy and beds depend on the category selected.

Good to know

For several days of city walks, a downtown base is more practical. Raia is a useful addition for early flights or late landings; You can clarify shuttle times for your flight.

Permai Rainforest Resort

For nights at treetop level and free days between the rainforest and the sea.

• Treehouses for two with air conditioning and private bathroom
• Villas usually have two bedrooms and a living area

Location

Near Damai and Mount Santubong, by the sea and rainforest. Plan Permai as your own nature retreat; you need a transfer for evening restaurants and walks in Kuching.

Treehouse or villa?

Treehouses are set near the water at canopy level. They are particularly suitable for two; The villas usually offer two bedrooms and a living room. Air-conditioned villas are available, but not every villa is air-conditioned.

The trade-off

The villas are spread over hilly terrain. The specific accommodation location is therefore important for short distances and special mobility requirements. City and resort nights can be easily divided.