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Jalan Sultan Tengah Lot 285, Block 2 Salak Land District, Kuching 93050 Malaysia
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- Face masks required for guests in public areas
- Face masks required for staff in public areas
- Floors marked for social distancing
- Hand sanitizer available to guests & staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Staff required to regularly wash hands
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Updated 02/10/20 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
Updated 02/10/20 Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
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Nestled in the dense flora and undergrowth of Santubong, Kuching, The Culvert Hotel Resort Kuching blends into its lush green environment like a faraway fantasy. Outfitted with eco-friendly room designs and an array of facilities offering adventure and relaxation, the boutique resort promises to take you on a cultural journey of Sarawak’s rainforests and rejuvenate your weary soul. From exotic adventures and nature walks to cuisine tours and yoga retreats, here at The Culvert we aim to please every type of guest. So whether you’re a tourist looking for an adventure, a couple looking for a romantic vacation, or a local wanting a break from the busy city life, we will have something for you at The Culvert Hotel Resort Kuching. The Culvert Hotel Resort Kuching is conveniently nearby several hilltop and cliffside locations with panoramic sea and sunset views.
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Free parking
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The Culvert, located in Santubong, Kuching, boasts majestic backdrops of Mount Santubong and also wetland mangrove beaches facing the South China Sea. If you are keen on giving minimalistic concepts a try, The Culvert would suit your taste. Rooms, or more like cylindrical cemented tubes, range at Rm200+. It's a fun concept, living life in such an enclosed space - the toilet, shower, and the bed are all placed neatly and efficiently in one cylinder! The architecture is undeniably beautiful. 2 infinity swimming pools are artfully designed, one directly facing the sea while surrounded by towering trees. There are platforms placed deliberately for you to take in the view of the entire sea while being comfortably seated - my wife and I had even had a nap on such a platform. The library, the gym, the sauna - all fashioned in a way that immerses you in Sarawak's natural lush greeneries. The biggest issue I faced were the mosquitoes and sandflies. The beach, despite being most picturesque, has an immense amount of sandflies, in which they feasted on our bare skin gleefully. Sleep was difficult as there were so many mosquitoes in our cylindrical room; this, I believe, was very much to do with me not turning on the ventilation fan at the first part, which likely led to mosquitoes swarming in without hindrance. After we turned the fan on, we spent about half an hour just killing mosquitoes with the dimmest of lights. Breakfast was acceptable - straightforward fried noodles that personally was rather blend, sausages and eggs, spoilt milk served which I took a mouthful of but thankfully did not swallow. I would come to this place again as a group, to just have a chill out in nature, and for the experience. But to come again for good night's sleep, that I would have to think twice. Travel Tip : Book via Agoda.com. I compared the walk-in price to Agoda's price, and it was about RM50 cheaper. Bring mosquitoe repellent. It's a must. It not only deters mosquitoes, but at some measure deters sandflies too. Ensure that the ventilation fan in your room is turned on all the time, lest you wish to have a swarm of mosquitoes share your company.…
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Date of stay: July 2020
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A very beautiful place for a short getaway, get closer to nature, the services are also very good. The staffs are friendly and the food here also nice. Really like the place so much and highly recommend
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 4 Jun 2020
Dear MingY209, Thank you for choosing The Culvert Resort. Also thank you for the positive review and the kind words. We will continue to look for ways and means to improve and enhance our guest satisfaction and we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at The Culvert Resort. We look forward to seeing you again. Meanwhile, stay safe wherever you are. Till then, beautiful and warmest wishes from all of us here at The Culvert Resort!
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We didn't really know what to expect staying in a concrete tube (!) but it's actually remarkably cosy, comfortable, and the views are tremendous. The beach is a delight and it's right next to the Cultural Village which is helpful. Staff are very nice too. Would definitely recommend for a couple of nights.
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 4 Jun 2020
Dear rossa148, Thank you for your positive review and your kind words. Our staffs do their personal best to go above and beyond for our valued guests each day. I am pleased that we left a positive impression with you. We look forward to seeing you on your next trip to The Culvert Resort. Meanwhile, stay safe wherever you are. Till then, beautiful and warmest wishes from all of us here at The Culvert Resort!
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A nice resort to chill and rest. Affordable price of delicious food and beverage. Good natural environment scenery with high quality and polite services. Free WiFi and free parking place for us.Will come again!
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 4 Jun 2020
Dear lauceline98, Thank you very much for your wonderful comment. We sincerely hope that you had a pleasant stay with us. We are glad that you like the food and beverage in our Tanju' Cafe. We would also appreciate if you have any suggestions/ideas to share on how we can improve yours and possibly other guests to have a better stay at The Culvert. We may not be able to fulfill all wishes of our guests’, however, we are willing to improve at all time. Thank you once again for choosing The Culvert as your place of resort. We hope to see you again! Meanwhile, stay safe wherever you are. Till then, beautiful and warmest wishes from all of us here at The Culvert Resort!
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Well, what can i say about this place. Concept of this place causes me mixed feelings. Actually first impression itself was very bad. Woman at the reception was unfriendly and did not provide basic information of the place. When you get to your room, you see at first pricelist of the items in the room.. in case you wanna steal something. So i felt bit unwelcome. They are promoting themself as a eco resort, but i must say there is not much "eco" in there. They have really zen calm feelings in their video advertisements, girl doing yoga and peaceful music playing. When you get there, there is no yoga, and there is loud pop music playing at the restaurant. Other side of the resort there is a road, so you will hear noise from the road and 90s pop music.. not much sounds from nature. And the restaurant.. yoga girl from the video ad would not eat there.. staff is trying their best but they are young and unprofessional and not very attentive. Food is ok, should just be more selection. More local food and more healthy options. And not so much deep fried stuff. Restaurant closes at 9pm and pool&sauna closes 7pm. After that there is not much to do. There is nothing near where you can go by walk. They do not promote any tours or activities so we booked those from somewhere else. You will need a car if you wanna go somewhere. And if you have a car, you will have problems with the gate.. you need to call by phone everytime you wanna move in or out. So bit a feeling you are in a prison. There is just a pool area and restaurant if you wanna sit somewhere and hang around. I missed some kind of terrace next to our room. Now if you wanna watch beautiful sunset, there are no places for that. What a missed opportunity. Room itself was ok for it's size. However this place did not suit our needs, so we changed to other hotel from there.…
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Date of stay: February 2020
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Response from Cynthia Bullek, Owner at The Culvert Hotel Resort Kuching
Responded 4 Jun 2020
Dear Travellermary1, First of all, thank you for choosing to stay at The Culvert Resort. We apologize for any unpleasant experience while you had your vacation here with us. However, we will try our best to improve of what we lack of in hope that every guest can have a wonderful stay here. For any reasons of your unpleasantness for which you have mentioned earlier on, we will look into it and take any necessary action required with the staffs. We humbly ask for your understanding on this matter and that if you have any suggestions/ideas on what should we improve at, please do not hesitate to reach out to us! We thank you once again for your precious time in leaving us your review here. Meanwhile, stay safe wherever you are. Till then, beautiful and warmest wishes from all of us here at The Culvert Resort!
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PRICE RANGE
US$48 - US$69 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
MalaysiaSarawakKuching
NUMBER OF ROOMS
45
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Claim Your Listing Frequently Asked Questions about The Culvert Hotel Resort Kuching
Which popular attractions are close to The Culvert Hotel Resort Kuching?
Nearby attractions include Mount Santubong (1.6 km), Borneo Samariang Resort City (6.0 km), and Damai Beach (1.9 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Culvert Hotel Resort Kuching?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
What food & drink options are available at The Culvert Hotel Resort Kuching?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at The Culvert Hotel Resort Kuching?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Culvert Hotel Resort Kuching?
Conveniently located restaurants include Lim Hock Ann Seafood, Beach Sea Food Restaurant, and Ahsoh Buntal Seafood.
Are there opportunities to exercise at The Culvert Hotel Resort Kuching?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness centre, and a sauna during their stay.
Does The Culvert Hotel Resort Kuching have an airport shuttle?
Yes, The Culvert Hotel Resort Kuching offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at The Culvert Hotel Resort Kuching?
Yes, laundry service and self serve laundry are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to The Culvert Hotel Resort Kuching?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Sarawak Cultural Village (10.9 km).