The Waterfront Hotel

4.0 star property
Central hotel with indoor pool, connected to a shopping centre, near Plaza Merdeka

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Nestled near Plaza Merdeka, The Waterfront Hotel offers a luxurious retreat. Enjoy the poolside bar, explore the on-site shopping mall, or treat yourself to Cafe Via Mare's delicious meals. With an indoor pool and children's pool for family fun and in-room WiFi for staying connected, guests rave about the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift
The current price is Rp1.785.098
Rp1.971.295 total
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May

Why we love this property

Dine to your heart's content
A restaurant, bar, and cafe offer a range of culinary delights at this hotel. The morning begins with a delectable buffet breakfast.
Dressing gowns and comfort
Deluxe bedding creates a heavenly haven for tired travellers. Stay pampered with dressing gowns, 24-hour room service, and an in-room minibar.

Room options

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Deluxe Twin Room With Compound View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Family Room with Compound View

  • Sleeps 4

Junior King Suite with Compound View

  • Sleeps 2

Premier Twin Room with City View

  • Sleeps 2

Premier Twin Room With River View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

Premier King Room With River View

  • Sleeps 2

Premier Family Room with City View

  • Sleeps 4

Club Floor Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Club Floor King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Club Floor Family

  • Sleeps 4

Club Floor 2 Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Club Floor King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Room With Compound View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Twin (Compound View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Family (Compound View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior King Suite (Compound View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Twin (City View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Premier Twin (River View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Premier King (City View)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier King (River View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Family (City View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Club Floor Twin

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Club Floor King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Club Floor Family (City View)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier King Suite (City View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Waterfront Premier King Suite (River View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Waterfront Premier 2 Bedroom Suite (River View)

  • River view
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Club Floor King Suite

  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Club Floor 2 Bedroom Suite

  • 52 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Brooke Loft Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Nisa Addina Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Premier King Suite With City View

  • Sleeps 2

Waterfront Premier King Suite (River View)

  • Sleeps 2

Waterfront Premier 2 Bedroom Suite (River View)

  • Sleeps 3

Premier King Room With City View

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Map
68, Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg, Kuching, Sarawak, 93000

What's nearby

  • Plaza Merdeka - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Kuching Waterfront - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sarawak Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kuching City Mosque - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hills Shopping Mall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Kuching (KCH-Kuching Intl.) - 20 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lau Ya Keng (阳春台 or 上帝庙food court) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tuk Tuk Thai Boat Noodle Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Waterfront Hotel

You'll be in a fantastic location at The Waterfront Hotel, only a five-minute walk from Plaza Merdeka and Kuching Waterfront. Guests can take a dip in the indoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Cafe Via Mare, which serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A poolside bar, a fitness centre and a children's pool are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 208 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle from 8 AM to 8 PM*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 2015
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Shopping centre on-site
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Cafe Via Mare – This café serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash deposit: MYR 100.00

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately MYR 64 for adults and MYR 35 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of MYR 30 per person (one-way)

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 1 September 2025 to 31 December 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Selected guestrooms

Guests will have access to the following alternative facilities during the renovation:

  • Business facilities
  • Indoor pool

During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 2 and 12 costs MYR 30 (one-way)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Waterfront Hotel Kuching
Waterfront Kuching
The Waterfront Hotel Hotel
The Waterfront Hotel Kuching
The Waterfront Hotel Hotel Kuching

Frequently asked questions

Does The Waterfront Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Waterfront Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Waterfront Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at The Waterfront Hotel?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Waterfront Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Waterfront Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 8 AM to 8 PM at scheduled times. The charge is MYR 30 per person one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Waterfront Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Waterfront Hotel and nearby?

The Waterfront Hotel has an indoor pool and a fitness centre.

Are there restaurants at or near The Waterfront Hotel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Cafe Via Mare.

What's the area around The Waterfront Hotel like?

The Waterfront Hotel is in the heart of Kuching, a short 1-minute walk from Plaza Merdeka and 5 minutes' walk from Kuching Waterfront.

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Reviews

The Waterfront Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfasts were quite good, very good, great, and amazing with a vast and delicious selection. (10 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly staff, excellent location
Chong Tian, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff location and environment.
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was varied and mostly delicious. The staff service was par excellent. Loved the place.
James Clifton, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Its amazing hotel. Mr kendrick was a gentleman really helpful. My problems was breakfast was very disappointing. Mr kendrick advised my wife to order laxsa. This malay girl was not friendly n the other woman was making indean bread when i ask her to add in one egg. She sad we don't do this. For a 5star hotel. Very bad manager have to look into this matter. Ps first time happened.
George, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel - lovely rooms!
Jae, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and hotel. Can’t fault any aspect of the hotel.
Christina, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Has always been my stay when in Kuching
Khairiana, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was on top of a shopping mall and at the waterfront centre. Near to places of interest. Breakfast options was great
Zul-Azri As-Saad, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent, friendly staff,good food and great location.
MAS ILLAZREEN, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It is so accessible and my choice of stay when I am in kuching.
Khairiana, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Yes to both. Our side look is very ordinary. Dirty wall . Rundown walls and windows
Krishnar Muthukumarasamy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and staff friendly. Perfect location and highly recommended!
Lai Mun, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

a good place to stay

A good place to stay with great location.
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

It was very convenient hotel to stay in Kuching.
HeeDong, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, great service, so close to the waterfront promenade. Don't forget to visit the pool!
Lawrence, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast at the hotel was great
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfectly located to very nice areas for food, walks, etc. Staff were very friendly and helpful. I really enjoyed my time at the Waterfront hotel
John, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sp convenient and staff are amazing
Khairiana, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Friendly, helpful staff, nice swimming pool, convenient location
Laurel, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel for staying at Kuching.
SHIGEKI, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Unique location, very friendly and helpful staff
Roy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My favourite hotel each time I visit Kuching.
Soon Chye, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel/stay

A nice and wonderful hotel near Kuching water front. Have no complaints here and will definitely stay here again the next stopping in Kuching, Thanks for the great hospitality given.
Liong, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great overall. We spent 13 nights there and enjoyed our stay very much.
Vonne, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location,the friendly staffs
Kuan, 1-night trip