The Culvert

3.0 star property
Kuching beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools, restaurant

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2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Sun deck
Balcony
In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Free parking
    Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Pool bar
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Water dispenser
Feel at home
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout curtains
  • Bath or shower
  • Free self-parking

Room options

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Nature View Deluxe

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Sea View Deluxe

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Beach Front Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Sea View Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 14 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Beach Front Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Nature View Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Sea View Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Sea View Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Lot 285, Off Jalan Sultan Tengah, Block 2 Salak Land District, Kuching, Sarawak, 93050

What's nearby

  • Mount Santubong - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Damai Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Sarawak Cultural Village - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Damai Central - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Pantai Pasir Pandak - 18 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Kuching (KCH-Kuching Intl.) - 52 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Damai Central - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Satang - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sweet Swing Cafe Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Feeding Tree - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Escobar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Culvert

The Culvert is a great choice for your beach stay in Kuching. 2 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, and guests can also take advantage of a fitness centre and a sauna. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat, and cold drinks are served at the bar/lounge. Other highlights include a poolside bar, a steam room and a terrace.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 46 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • On-site parking is limited

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle from 8 AM to 5:00 PM*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No alcohol allowed on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Private dining
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2017
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fitness centre
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bath or shower
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash deposit: MYR 100 per stay

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of MYR 120 per vehicle (one-way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Culvert Hotel Kuching
Culvert Hotel
Culvert Kuching
The Culvert Kuching
The Culvert Hotel
The Culvert Kuching
The Culvert Hotel Kuching

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at The Culvert?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Culvert?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Culvert?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Culvert?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 8 AM to 5:00 PM on request. The charge is MYR 120 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Culvert?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at The Culvert and nearby?
The Culvert has 2 outdoor pools and a sauna, as well as a steam room and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near The Culvert?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

The Culvert Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely amazing
Michael, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Rooms could have worn de enough to walk around bed instead of climb over.
John Garr, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Culvert is a lovely, peaceful resort on the coast with great views out over the bay. It is clean and well looked after and the staff are very friendly and kind. It is very hot and there are mosquitoes so long sleeves and lightweight trousers advisable. Only marginally cooler at night so no need for warm clothes. All the cabins have aircon. The sun is VERY hot, this is not a sun bathing resort. The UV index was saying Extreme so pack strong suncream, especially if you go on any excursions. Bottled water is freely available. The restaurant food is very good, not too expensive. There aren't many veggie options, but the staff were willing to adapt some dishes to accomodate. The pools are clean and well cared for, and very welcome in the heat. Apparently there are salt water crocodiles in the area (though we didn't see any) so the pool is probably the safer option! It's around 100/150 ringetts for a cab from the airport (2023) though there may be additional fees per person. The city of Kuching is about an hour away if you need more excitement and shopping. The food there is super cheap and very good. A great place to chill if you want a quiet holiday :-)
Simon, 11-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Daniel Tze Yuen, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Something to truly remember
This is a really unique place with a beautiful private beach. You get there and your first thought is wow this is so cool. Then after a while you think, wait this is kinda like camping. But then you come to the conclusion that camping is awesome and this place has so much to offer in its little package. The food is a little limited, especially with fruits and veggies. The room itself has enough space but needs more creative solutions for storage. Bedroom turnover is impractical but we would have appreciated more bathroom supplies. We really enjoyed the beach, less so the pool. Overall it was well worth it despite my nitpicking.
Always cats nearby  in Sarawak
Upper pool
Aerial view of beach
Lower pool
James, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

no lamp in the room, difficult to go to bathroom because no floor in the room for walk.
ting, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Thank you for treating my parents nicely during their anniversary.
Najwa, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Mohd Fadhilah, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Doreen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

HAIRIYAH, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel was just something very different and we loved it! We've told all our friends about it since we got back! There's not much space in the room admittedly, which completely suited us, but for some people this may be a struggle, particularly if you have lots of luggage or children. If you're travelling light and solo/couple, this place is lovely. There is a nice infinity pool. Breakfast was ok. It was nice being in the tranquil jungle. It is quite a long drive from the airport, but was relatively cheap to get there. Overall, a few good experience for a few days!
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Cosy Room
Small but cosy rooms. Great place to relax
Mitchell, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice resort
Perfect place for relexing
Nurhazirah, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Mohd Syafiq, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Plenty of mosquitos. Bring along insect repellent.
Miss, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

It more suitable for couple or youngsters, as it was not kids friendly, as the safety for kids is low. My youngest son fall from pool while sitting on the side and high on floor full of sharp stones, luckily no needle need for the wound. As for the breakfast, it was expensive for my kid as I pay my 5 years old boy breakfast and not much choices to take. It's a place not suitable for family with kids, but might be good for couples.
SML, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Doreen, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Unique little spot
Unique little spot. Great views and location. Amazing service.
Jared, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved the uniqueness of the property. The secluded location was lovely.
7-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff need hospitality training, some facilities require prompt maintenance
Nom, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Breakfast could have been better
1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

All good
All good
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Think twice before booking!
Arrived to concrete capsule “hotel” after rain. Concrete “drainpipe-rooms” were damp and smelling mouldy. We had booked three nights, discussed dampness issue with hotel management after first night. Manager contacted Expedia/hotels.com to cancel and refunded two nights. Credit to manager. We learnt concrete capsules are not sealed against environment. Unless correct protection is applied to concrete this is worrying for structure ..... and health. If you want a gimmicky experience, with a 6 square meter “capsule”, no convenience (e.g. no table, no chair, no clothes rack, etc) no privacy and very few options for food or transportation but pay a premium price for Borneo accommodation The Culvert is for you. We experienced and at first opportunity checked out.
3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We like the unique architecture and landscape, but we didn’t like the fact there is quite a bit of mosquitos around...
1-night romance trip
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