The Culvert

3.0 star property
3-star beach hotel near Damai Beach

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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Front of property
Beach Front Suite | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi
Restaurant
In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free WiFi
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

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  • BarBarBar

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Map
Lot 285, Off Jalan Sultan Tengah, Block 2 Salak Land District, Kuching, Sarawak, 93050
  • Popular LocationMount Santubong3 min drive
  • Popular LocationDamai Beach3 min drive
  • Popular LocationPantai Pasir Pandak21 min drive
  • AirportKuching (KCH-Kuching Intl.)50 min drive

Room options

Nature View Deluxe

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Sea View Deluxe

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Beach Front Suite

  • 269 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Sea View Suite

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kuching

Seaside stay .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Kuching hotel, you'll find Mount Santubong and Sarawak Cultural Village. Damai Central and Teluk Bandung are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Mount Santubong - 3 min drive
  • Damai Beach - 3 min drive
  • Teluk Bandung - 9 min drive
  • Pantai Pasir Pandak - 21 min drive
  • Kuching Waterfront - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Kuching Intl. Airport (KCH) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Damai Central - 4 min drive
  • Cafe Satang - 4 min drive
  • Escobar - 4 min drive
  • Lim Hock Ann Seafood - 10 min drive
  • Buntal 88 Seafood Centre - 10 min drive

About this property

The Culvert

3-star beach hotel near Damai Beach
As a guest of The Culvert, you'll find 2 outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and a picnic area are also featured at The Culvert. An airport shuttle (available on request) is available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Kuching hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2017
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Culvert offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. This Kuching hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, slippers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Culvert

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: MYR 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: MYR 120 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at The Culvert.

Property is also known as

Culvert Hotel Kuching
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Culvert Kuching
The Culvert Kuching
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Culvert to the airport?

The Culvert is 23.7 mi (50-min drive) away from the Kuching Intl. Airport (KCH) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Culvert?

As of May 18, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Culvert on May 29, 2024 start from $53.49, 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.

Does The Culvert have an airport shuttle?

The Culvert offers an airport shuttle from 8 AM to 5:00 PM, at scheduled times, for a charge of MYR 120. per vehicle, one-way.

How close is The Culvert to the beach?

This hotel is 1.6 mi (3-min drive) from Damai Beach and 1.8 mi (9-min drive) from Teluk Bandung. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Culvert offer free breakfast?

The Culvert offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Culvert?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Culvert?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Culvert?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Culvert have a pool?

The Culvert features 2 outdoor pools. Pool access starts at 8:00 AM.

Does The Culvert have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Culvert have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Culvert to downtown Kuching?

The Culvert is 0.7 mi away from Santubong.

The Culvert Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 50 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 :-)
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel Tze Yuen

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

ting

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
no lamp in the room, difficult to go to bathroom because no floor in the room for walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Najwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for treating my parents nicely during their anniversary.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mohd Fadhilah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

HAIRIYAH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019