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About the Hotel

Lot 315, 92-94 Jalan Padungan, Kuching, Malaysia, 93100

Rooms with City Views

Meritin Hotel offers Standard, Studio, Superior, Triple Deluxe, Family, Premier, and Suite rooms. All include air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, safety deposit boxes, and private bathrooms with rainfall showers. Premier and Suite rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows with views of Kuching City. The Meritin Suite adds a massage chair, separate sofa area, and long bath.

Local and Western Dining

The Merchant BBQ and Coffeehouse serves Asian and Continental breakfast. Lunch and dinner feature local dishes like Laksa, Nasi Lemak, and Western options including steaks. No pork is served. Operating hours are 6:30 AM to 2:00 PM Monday-Thursday and 6:30 AM to 11:00 PM Friday-Sunday. Custom catering is available for events.

Business and Meeting Facilities

A 100 m² function room includes a video projector, audio system, whiteboard, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Configurations support classroom, executive, U-shape, and banquet setups. A business corner provides an Apple iMac computer. The lounge offers local newspapers, tea, coffee, and snacks throughout the day.

Central Kuching Location

Located on Padungan Street in the Golden Triangle, the hotel is a 10-minute walk from Kuching Waterfront, Central Business District, and Main Bazaar. Nearby eateries include Top Spot for seafood, Noodle Descendents for pork noodles, and TOMS for steaks. The electric bus stops at major tourist sites throughout the city.

Guest Services Overview

Services include a 24-hour front desk, room service, free Wi-Fi, and tour desk arrangements. Rooms feature coffee/tea makers, minibars, and ironing facilities upon request. Safety equipment includes carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and security systems. Check-in time is 2:00 PM.

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2 persons

220 sq. feet

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2 persons

165 sq. feet

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2 persons

260 sq. feet

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Getting around

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City Centre

Kuching2700 ft

Airports

Kuching (KCH) 7.9 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Garden area
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Lot 315, 92-94 Jalan Padungan, Kuching, Malaysia, 93100

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Lot 315, 92-94 Jalan Padungan, Kuching, Malaysia, 93100

City landmarks

Mall

Kuching Waterfront Bazaar

2600 ft

Museum

Sarawak Museum

1.2 mi

Museum

Chinese History Museum

2600 ft

Landmark

Cat Monument

2600 ft

Landmark

Kuching Esplanade

2600 ft

Landmark

carpenter street

2600 ft

Museum

Fort Margherita

2600 ft

Landmark

Hong San Si Temple

2700 ft

Gallery

Upside Down House Kuching

2600 ft

Landmark

Astana

4400 ft

Landmark

Tua Pek Kong Temple

2600 ft

Museum

The Brooke Gallery

2600 ft

Landmark

Square Tower

2600 ft

Church

St Thomas's Cathedral

2600 ft

Museum

The Tun Jugah Foundation

2600 ft

Landmark

Kuching Civic Centre

4100 ft

Gallery

John Gallery Dayak Arts

3200 ft

Landmark

Hornbill Street Mural

3200 ft

Landmark

Main Bazaar

3300 ft

Fountain

Hornbill Fountain

2300 ft

Public Building

Sarawak State Legislative Assembly

3600 ft

Museum

Sarawak Islamic Museum

4900 ft

Landmark

Hiang Thian Siang Ti Temple

3600 ft

Landmark

The Ranee Museum

4000 ft

Landmark

Sri Srinivasagar Kaliamman Temple

5000 ft

Landmark

Kuching Old Courthouse

1.2 mi

Spa Centre

Mirage Spa

2600 ft

Landmark

Orang Utan Murals

1.2 mi

Shopping Area

Riverside Shopping Complex

2600 ft

Nearby

82 Jalan Padungan

Padungan Roundabout Cat Statue

500 ft

Restaurants

Chong Choon Cafe

1100 ft

Jalan Abell

Dp Ice Cream Gula Apong

300 ft

Jalan Chan Chin Ann

Coconut Milk

400 ft

Jalan Padungan

Chinese Barbeque Specialist

500 ft

50 Jalan Padungan

Hon Hin Cafe

900 ft

Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman 174

Kuching Beer Garden

800 ft

147 Jalan Song Thian Cheok

Zhun San Yen Vegetarian Food

900 ft

Jalan Chan Chin Ann Bukit Mata Kuching

Woon Lam Cafe 1999

1200 ft

No. 189 Ground Floor Jalan Song Thian Cheok

Hartz Chicken Buffet

900 ft

Sarawak Plaza

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

Wayne

United States, July 2024

8.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is fantastic, right in the heart of Chinatown and close to many attractions. I appreciated the cleanliness of the rooms and the convenience of the airport shuttle service. However, I did encounter some bugs in my room which was disappointing. Overall, it wasn't the ideal stay, but I did enjoy the amenities available.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and equipped with two chairs and a desk, though I had to get upgraded due to the presence of bugs.

Service

8.0

The service was decent, with helpful staff and efficient room service.

Location

9.0

The hotel has a great location in Chinatown at the center of town, making everything within walking distance.

Dining

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had decent facilities, which added to the overall comfort during my stay.

Richard

United States, July 2024

7.6/10

My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The location was fantastic, right in the heart of Chinatown and near all the major tourist attractions. The rooms were kept clean and were in good condition, although the towels could use a refresh. The service was decent but had room for improvement. Overall, it felt like good value for money considering the great spot, but the experience could be enhanced with minor upgrades.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were in good condition and kept clean, but the towels were unchanged, which was a bit disappointing.

Service

6.0

Service was friendly but sometimes a bit slow.

Location

10.0

The hotel is at the very center of town, making it super convenient to access the waterfront area and nearby shops.

Dining

Facilities

7.0

While the amenities were satisfactory, there's room for improvement in terms of overall facilities.

David

United States, July 2024

7.0/10

I had a decent stay at the hotel in Kuching. The location is fantastic, right in Chinatown and close to the waterfront, making it easy to explore. The rooms were clean and I appreciated the upgrade due to some bugs I encountered. However, the service was just okay, and the dining options could have been better at this price point.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and in good condition, and I even got upgraded because of some bugs I found initially.

Service

6.0

Service was generally acceptable, though nothing stood out as exceptional.

Location

9.0

The hotel is right in the center of town and conveniently located near the waterfront, which was perfect for evening walks.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were really basic and could use improvement, especially considering the same rate could get something better elsewhere.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were standard for the price, nothing luxurious but adequate for a quick stay.

John

United States, June 2024

7.2/10

I had a decent stay at the hotel, with some highlights like the clean and comfortable rooms and a great location right in the heart of Chinatown. The staff were friendly and helpful, but my experience was a bit marred by having to deal with bugs in the initially assigned room, although I appreciated the upgrade. Overall, it offered good value for money, but the dining options were just okay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and had all the necessary facilities. I was upgraded due to some bugs in my initial room, which was a nice touch.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and provided helpful service during my stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel is at the very center of town, making it convenient to access shops and tourist attractions, which was fantastic.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were a bit underwhelming, although there were some vegan dishes available. It seemed like they should offer more variety for the same rate.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had good facilities overall but didn't stand out in any particular area.

Erik

United States, June 2024

6.8/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is fantastic, right at the center of town with easy access to Chinatown and the waterfront, making evening walks lovely. The service was friendly, but I was disappointed by the issue with bugs in the room, which led to an upgrade. Overall, it felt like a decent value for money, but there were some drawbacks that could be improved.

Rooms

5.0

The room was upgraded due to a bug issue, which was a bit unsettling. It was okay overall, but towels were unchanged and I found it lacking for the price paid.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly and helpful, though specific details on room service and other facilities weren't highlighted.

Location

10.0

The location is a huge plus, right in the heart of the city, near Chinatown, and just a short walk to the waterfront and various shops.

Dining

6.0

Dining options were fairly standard for the rate. While I enjoyed trying local fish, I felt there could be more variety.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities seemed adequate, but I didn't find anything particularly special or noteworthy during my stay.