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Top 10 trending Istana hotels

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Pullman Kuching
4.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great value for money the rooms are very large and bathrooms also. There is a little wear and tear showing around door frames but generally in good condition. All rooms have a view either Merdeka plaza way or towards cat statue. Staff very friendly and accommodating. Very good gym and pool on site. "
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Pullman Kuching
Indoor pool
The Waterfront Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (505)
"The Waterfront is a fantastic hotel in a brilliant location. Our room (as many others) had a wonderful view across the river to the golden roofed Sarawak State Assembly building and the Astana Palace and entertained us with a fabulous water fountain and light show every evening. The staff were brilliant, so friendly and helpful. We loved the hotel and Kuching. The only thing we didn’t like was the toilet seat, which was not of a quality to match everything else about the hotel. Overall, we would...
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
The Waterfront Hotel
Outdoor pool
Imperial Hotel Kuching
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (648)
"The mall attached isn’t the best one in the area but if you want to do sown shopping or kill time, it’s connected to the hotel. The prices are good! They have a train ride kids can do but no playground. The hotel was great. I wish it had a thicker blanket BUT that’s probably not something I would say when it’s hot. The breakfast was good with lots of food and drink options. Omg the menu food was delicious and we got in around midnight, but fortunately they’re open 24 hrs. It was exactly what we...
The price is €39
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
Imperial Hotel Kuching
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Outdoor pool
Hilton Kuching
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (628)
"The river view. The excellent breakfast buffet. The friendly, helpful staff. Convenient for sampan trips across the river to catch up on Sarawak’s history dating from the White Rajahs’ era."
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Hilton Kuching
Breakfast served
Merdeka Palace Hotels & Suites
4.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (314)
"Close to everything "
The price is €28
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Merdeka Palace Hotels & Suites
Standard King Room, No Windows
Imperial Riverbank Hotel Kuching
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (380)
"Great location near the water front. Shops and restaurants nearby. Nice spacious clean room with nice bathroom. Very friendly and helpfull staff."
The price is €38
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
Imperial Riverbank Hotel Kuching
5 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; Chinese cuisine
Sheraton Kuching Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (11)
"Great condition"
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Sheraton Kuching Hotel
Café
Astana Wing - Riverside Majestic Hotel
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (104)
"Front desk staff is very good ,,,, except breakfast buffet is disappointed "
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Astana Wing - Riverside Majestic Hotel
Outdoor pool
Puteri Wing, Riverside Majestic Hotel
4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (753)
"Overall, the facilities are excellent and conveniently located in the downtown area, Kuching. We had a nice stay at the hotel and staff were friendly. Directory of the operation, Kenny Tham was extremely helpful with arranging a day tour for us. "
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Puteri Wing, Riverside Majestic Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Citadines Uplands Kuching
4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (438)
"Good location. Staff is friendly. Just hope the room is cleaner"
The price is €52
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Citadines Uplands Kuching
Outdoor pool
Grand Margherita Hotel
4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (721)
"Very nicely located. Great access to a number of traditional kopitiams. Hotel is nice, but a little dated. Could use an overall upgrading"
The price is €53
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Grand Margherita Hotel
Front of property
Meritin Hotel
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (160)
"location ok"
The price is €31
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Meritin Hotel
Interior
The Marian Boutique Lodging House
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (79)
"If you like a hotel with character this is the place for you. Reception staff were great, there is a pool where you can chill. Wifi was good and if you don't want to leave the grounds, nice reception rooms to read. Will be back.. "
The price is €27
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
The Marian Boutique Lodging House
2 outdoor pools
Imperial Suites Serviced Apartment
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (37)
"Convenient location"
The price is €35
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
Imperial Suites Serviced Apartment
Balcony view
Tune Hotel - Waterfront Kuching
2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (289)
"toilet no lock"
The price is €18
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Tune Hotel - Waterfront Kuching
Interior
Hotel Grand Continental Kuching
3.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (92)
"Too old. Need to upgrade. "
Hotel Grand Continental Kuching
Front of property – evening/night
Roxy Hotel and Apartments
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (32)
"car park and grooming kit"
Roxy Hotel and Apartments
Suite (Ranee) | Front of property – evening/night
The Ranee Boutique Suites
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (167)
"Wonderful boutique hotel. Very spacious room with comfortable bed and nice shower. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Overall great experience. "
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
The Ranee Boutique Suites
Front of property – evening/night
DeHome Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (96)
"Good "
The price is €28
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May
DeHome Boutique Hotel
Bar (on property)
Abell Hotel Kuching
3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (132)
"Other then location the place is terrible. Small room. Tiny window and very weak internet. "
Abell Hotel Kuching
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Istana?

Located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from the heart of Istana, Meritin Hotel is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other options for your stay in the area are Pullman Kuching and The Waterfront Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Istana.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Istana has to offer?

Moyan Square Batu Kawa By Natol Homestay: This holiday home rental outside of Istana comes with free WiFi so that you can feel at home during your trip. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge and kitchenware. See all vacation rentals in Istana.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Istana, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Istana.

What are some hotels with pools in Istana?

Imperial Hotel Kuching: 4-star hotel located near Sarawak General Hospital. Features a children's pool, an outdoor pool and a sauna. Citadines Uplands Kuching and Hilton Kuching are two additional hotels that offer an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Istana.

What is staying in Istana like?

Those travelling to Istana will definitely enjoy the sights to see and things to do. There are 218 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Istana.

What should I do while I'm visiting Istana?

A favourite place to visit is Astana Palace. You'll also find Sarawak State Legislative Assembly and Kuching Waterfront in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Istana guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Istana?

The hottest months are usually May and August, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Istana are January, December, February and November, with each month seeing an average of 414 mm of rainfall.