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.
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
68, Jalan Tun Abang Haji Openg, Kuching, Sarawak, 93000
What's nearby
Kuching Waterfront
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Plaza Merdeka
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Sarawak Museum
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Hills Shopping Mall
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Fort Margherita
13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Kuching Intl. Airport (KCH)
20 min drive
Restaurants
Drunk Monkey Old Street Bar
3 min walk
Ceylonese Restaurant
8 min walk
Lau Ya Keng (阳春台 or 上帝庙food court)
2 min walk
The Royal Chamber
4 min walk
ZINC
13 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 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and luggage storage
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:
Showers, bidets, and free toiletries
Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM at scheduled times
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: MYR 64 for adults and MYR 35 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Cafe Via Mare
Things to do
Children's pool
Gym
Indoor pool
Shopping mall
Family friendly
Children's pool
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Business services
Business center
Meeting rooms
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
More
7 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 2015
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Cash deposit: MYR 100.00
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately MYR 64 for adults and MYR 35 for children
Airport shuttle fee: MYR 30 per person (one-way)
Airport shuttle fee per child: MYR 30 (one-way), (from 2 to 12 years old)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
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 2026/8/22, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waterfront Hotel on 2026/9/6 start from NT$3,529, 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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