The Waterfront Hotel

Property class: 4

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Located close to Plaza Merdeka and Kuching Waterfront, The Waterfront Hotel provides a poolside bar, a shopping mall on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Cafe Via Mare, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AED 438
AED 482 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

Deluxe King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a chair, a wall-mounted phone, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Twin (Compound View)

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Family (Compound View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a bench, a desk, and a TV.

Junior King Suite (Compound View)

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a chair.

Premier Twin (City View)

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a chair.

Premier Twin (River View)

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Premier King (City View)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a desk, and a large window with a view.

Premier King (River View)

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

Premier Family (City View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Club Floor Twin

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with a view of greenery and buildings.

Club Floor King

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a chair.

Club Floor Family (City View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wall-mounted artwork, a red accent wall, and a patterned carpet.

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

View all photos for Waterfront Premier King Suite (River View)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a view of a cityscape, and a window with curtains.

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

View all photos for Waterfront Premier 2 Bedroom Suite (River View)

A hotel room with large windows, a bed, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Waterfront Premier 2 Bedroom Suite (River View)

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

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a wall-mounted artwork, a red accent wall, and a patterned carpet.

Club Floor King Suite

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

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A hotel room with large windows, a bed, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Club Floor 2 Bedroom Suite

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

View all photos for Club Floor King City View

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, two bedside lamps, a window with curtains, and a carpeted floor.

Club Floor King City View

  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Kuching, The Waterfront Hotel is connected to a shopping center. Sarawak Museum and Chinese History Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Golden Anniversary Bridge and Fort Margherita. Plaza Merdeka and Kuching City Mosque are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Kuching travel guide
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68, Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg, Kuching, Sarawak, 93000

What's nearby

  • A lake with a modern building featuring a unique roof design, a bridge in the background, and a cloudy sky.
    Kuching Waterfront
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Plaza Merdeka
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Golden Anniversary Bridge
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sarawak Museum
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kuching City Mosque
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Kuching Intl. Airport (KCH)
    20 min drive

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
  • Food Plaza
    2 min walk
  • Burger King
    2 min walk

About this property

The Waterfront Hotel

  • Upscale hotel near Kuching Waterfront
  • Located close to Plaza Merdeka and Golden Anniversary Bridge, The Waterfront Hotel provides a poolside bar, a shopping mall on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Cafe Via Mare, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An indoor pool and a children's pool
    • Free self parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
    • A banquet hall, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 208 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Shared bathrooms with showers and bidets
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Waterfront Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waterfront Hotel?

As of 23 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront Hotel on 25 October 2026 start from AED 438, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Waterfront Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Waterfront Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Waterfront Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Waterfront Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8 AM–8 PM at scheduled times. A fee of MYR 30 per person applies.

Where is The Waterfront Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Kuching, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Plaza Merdeka and Kuching Waterfront. Golden Anniversary Bridge and Sarawak Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 350 out of 630 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 630 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 630 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 630 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 630 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very great location, friendly staff and nice rooms. Breakfast buffet was very good too
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding 5-Star hotel in a central walkable location near the beautiful waterfront, lots of eateries, and inexpensive places to buy clothing and souvenirs. Amazing staff and service. Newly renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location within walking distance of the river. Beds were comfortable. Rooms were clean and well appointed. The bartenders at the rooftop bar can make a mean whisky sour and gave great recommendations for nearby restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
perfect location with an adjoining shopping mall and just steps to the waterfront fountain show. Staff is supremely welcoming and rooms are clean and very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff, excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at The Waterfront Hotel in Kuching, Sarawak was outstanding from beginning to end. Everything about our experience was five-star, and we would happily stay here again. The hotel is perfectly located in the heart of Kuching, within easy walking distance of the beautiful waterfront, shops, restaurants and cultural attractions. It was an ideal base for enjoying everything this wonderful city has to offer. Our room was spacious, comfortable, beautifully presented and exceptionally clean. The hotel facilities were excellent, and we appreciated the attention to detail throughout our stay. The highlight, however, was the wonderful staff. Everyone we met was warm, welcoming, professional and genuinely helpful. From reception and housekeeping to the restaurant staff, we experienced the kindness and hospitality that made our visit to Sarawak so special. Breakfast was also excellent, with a generous selection of local and international choices and friendly, attentive service. Thank you to the entire Waterfront Hotel team for making our time in Kuching so enjoyable and memorable. Your hospitality contributed greatly to our experience of this beautiful city. Excellent location, excellent facilities, wonderful service and exceptional people. Five stars from us. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and hotel. Can’t fault any aspect of the hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent, friendly staff,good food and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

a good place to stay

A good place to stay with great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Room clean and tidy. Staff friendly and prompt to assist.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was varied and mostly delicious. The staff service was par excellent. Loved the place.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Very nice and staff friendly. Perfect location and highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique location, very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, great service, so close to the waterfront promenade. Don't forget to visit the pool!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was on top of a shopping mall and at the waterfront centre. Near to places of interest. Breakfast options was great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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good location !
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We loved this hotel! We stayed on the club floor - exquisite service. The breakfast was vast and delicious, the location was as central as you can get, and being attached to the mall was really cool!! I would definitely recommend this hotel !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Sp convenient and staff are amazing
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location for downtown Kuching, great views, nice pool and really lovely staff. Breakfast very good and with lots of selection. I recommend for a stay in Kuching.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are all really friendly and helpful. The location is perfect for sight seeing, good restaurants close by and museums. The view across the river is fabulous.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Staff. Convenient to shopping and sights. Nice view too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Attached to shopping mall and next to chinatown which has thr best food.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Couldn’t ask for a better location. Top notch property all around
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location above the shopping mall, extremely walkable and felt safe. Staff were helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024