Kuching travel guide
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You're Going to Love Kuching
With a population of 570,407, Kuching is the largest city in Sarawak, Malaysia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kuching to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Kuching
If you’re looking for affordable options, Mr. Domus (The Laksamana Commercial Suites Parcel No. 4.0, Ground Floor Lot 1984, Block 10 Kcld, Jalan Laksaman) and Ukemochi - Sheraton Kuching (Level 22, No 2, Jalan Padungan) are great picks.
When to visit Kuching
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kuching in May, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 22 °C, with an average temperature of 26 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 570 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Kuching, with an average rainfall of 190 mm.
How to Get to Kuching
Plane
When flying to Kuching, you’ll arrive at Kuching (KCH), which is located 7 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Malaysia to Kuching include MAI, AirAsia and China Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kuching departs from Sibu and takes around 40m.
Bus
Kuching’s bus station is located 8 km from the city centre.
Airports near Kuching
Airlines serving Kuching
Where to stay in Kuching
From 5-star hotels such as the Pullman Kuching to great affordable options like the The Village House, Kuching offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 150 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 287 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Nova Kuching Hotel and Hero Hostel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kuching
Most booked hotels in Kuching
Hiring a car in Kuching
Hiring a car in Kuching costs RM 193 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 4% more expensive than at Kuching.
Expect to pay RM 2.04 per litre in Kuching (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 24.45 and RM 32.60. Compact (Perodua Axia or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Kuching, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.