Find Historic Hotels in Kampung Lintang

A trip to the historical sites in Kampung Lintang is probably at the top of your sightseeing list. While you’re here, be sure to check out the shops and museums. You can also take some time enjoying the riverfront during your vacation.

There are 229 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia in the larger area of Kuching, though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Places to visit in the wider area include Plaza Merdeka, Kuching Waterfront, and Sarawak Museum. You’ll also find Fort Margherita and St. Joseph’s Cathedral in the area.

Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a place that has a national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Kampung Lintang, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels tend to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi, and the usual amenities found in most hotels should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Kampung Lintang, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.