http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews.html en-us Hotel Reviews about the Grand Margherita in Kuching, Malaysia Copyright 2009 AsiaRooms.com 100 28 http://www.asiarooms.com/ http://www.asiarooms.com/images/asiarooms-rss.gif AsiaRooms.com: Grand Margherita Hotel Reviews http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/924129.html The Grand Margherita Hotel Kuching is perfectly located, just less than 5 minutes walking distance to water front, a very attractive destination for most tourists. The breakfast offers a wide range of possibilities, but that time it was quite crowded... Mr. Rauf, Ramhan Sun, 23 Aug 2009 03:45:51 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/923379.html Value for money hotel. Good facilities and location. Awesome breakfast. Also stayed a night across the road at the Riverside Majestic which was nowhere near as good and more expensive. Joey Sat, 15 Aug 2009 10:19:49 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/922263.html A comfortable 3* hotel in a good location. Aussie Mon, 03 Aug 2009 05:34:46 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/920841.html No fitness facilities were avaliable eventhough this was included in the description of the hotel facilities.The reception staff should have reacted on a helpfullway (which they were not) and helped us with free entre to the Riverside hotel fitness f... Mrs. Andriesse, Johanna Thu, 16 Jul 2009 07:11:46 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/920270.html Overall our 5 days stay was pleasant and relaxing except there was no gym nor sauna as advertised on the hotel website.We felt shortchanged and no apology or reasons given,when probe further,the reception staff said the management have decided to con... Ms. Cindy, Ho Wed, 08 Jul 2009 12:44:32 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/920013.html Hi, I am very pleased to put up at the hotel for my very first time visit to Kuching with my wife. I am very satisfied with the hotel staff, facilities and its locatiion except the carpet is rather old with some smell of 'old age'. My be should c... Mr. Wan Siong, Teng Sun, 05 Jul 2009 10:06:55 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/918405.html EXCELLENT LOCATION, EASY ACCESSIBLE TO TOURIST SOUVENIRS. ALTHOUGH GIVEN ROOM ARE NOT FACING THE RIVER, BUT IT IS VERY SPACIOUS AND WAS GIVEN ADJOINING ROOM. HAVE BATHTUB. 2 QUEEN SIZE BED IN A ROOM. IT'S PERFECT FOR BUSINESS. IT'S ALSO GOOD FOR S... Nmy Sun, 14 Jun 2009 05:45:55 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/917989.html Staff is extremely friendly as most of the Sarawakians are. I visited the hotel just before it was due to undergo some form of renovation so I can't be sure how'll it'll be after. View of the river is nice, but rooms are a little dated. Beds were... Mr. Jonathan Wolff Mon, 08 Jun 2009 04:54:03 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/914168.html I and my wife had a very wonderful stay at Grand Margherita Hotel. Your staff was very friendly and willing to assist us who are first time visit to Kuching Sarawak. The hotel location is very strategic and it was walking distance to most of the Kuc... Mr. Mohamad, Jufferi Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:06:28 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/913292.html Ideal location by a pleasant riverside walk. Rooms of a very good standard and excellent choice of breakfast in a very pleasant dining room. Clean and warm swimming pool overlooking the river. Having seen other hotels in Kuching, would stay at thi... Mrs. Elmes, Rita Sun, 12 Apr 2009 12:01:39 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/913045.html I enjoyed my stay at this hotel even though i did not get a room facing the river, which i asked for. its location is good ,short walking distance to waterfront,seafood centre and shopping. hotel staff are helpful.breakfast menu lack variety. would ... Mr. Chee Kien, Lee Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:47:33 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/912789.html The hotel was pretty old but overall, the room quality and location overrides that. Will be great if you can get a room that is facing the Sarawak river which is indeed a splendid view. Service at the reception was professional and efficient. Breakfa... Gary Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:58:23 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/912511.html After reading the review forum provided by Asiaroom has make me decided to book Grand Margherita for my stay in Kuching. I would say it very well located, local food, seafood, shopping, grocery are within 5-10min walk. You should visit the coffee sho... Mr. Yip, Thiam Seng Fri, 03 Apr 2009 16:43:31 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/912311.html The 5 storey hotel is situated next to the Sarawak river and near the waterfront. Rooms comes with a choice of either river or street view. On check-in, i was given a room on the first floor with window that cannot be locked, i was promptly given ano... Mr Alvin Chan Wed, 01 Apr 2009 15:04:21 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/912123.html it's clean , spacious , location wise i like. coz coffee bean is just downstairs. and the people is friendly and nice. i will definatly stay there again. Mr. Jane, Ong Tue, 31 Mar 2009 02:46:31 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/912027.html We had a lovely time during our stay in Kuching. Initially, we were a little sceptical after reading the reviews received during your transition period from Holiday Inn to Grand Margherita.We had a spectacular view of the Sarawak river from our room ... Mr. Ali, Md Ihsan Mon, 30 Mar 2009 05:49:30 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/910804.html For 2 nights stayed at Grand Margherita, we're quite satisfy with the room and everything. For the room, we're happy coz we got good view (river view and swimming pool). Only the staffs looks not friendly. I mean there's no greeting, no smile when me... Ms. Salim, Yuliana Tue, 17 Mar 2009 05:58:45 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/909981.html The hotel is old and plans for renovation are in place. Given this situation the overall facilities require upgrading. However, for the price, its location, good breakfast and reasonable service and cleanliness, it is good value for money. I would re... Mr. Mercader, Johnson Sun, 08 Mar 2009 04:29:30 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/909338.html Overall hotel was really good. Location was perfect as it is situated at the waterfront and within walking distance to the stalls. Service and cleanliness was also extremely good. Would recommend this hotel and would most likely stay at this hotel ag... Zakry Sun, 01 Mar 2009 16:13:52 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/908980.html The hotel's public facilities are excellent, as are the staff. Pool and gardens are beautiful. The location is good. We were ably assisted in making ongoing reservations for another Java hotel. The included breakfast was outstanding, as was the lun... Carstedts William And Mary Thu, 26 Feb 2009 03:18:25 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/907627.html Nice location but not everything else after changing of management. Mr. Ling, Alyas Tue, 10 Feb 2009 01:38:21 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/907032.html The hotel is old. However, the location is good. For travellers looking for low price stay, it is OK. Mr. Tan, Yung Ho Wed, 04 Feb 2009 04:35:40 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/905543.html The former Holiday Inn changed its name to current on Jan 1st 09. The location is perfect with 24hrs fast food outlets within walking distant and many restaurants, a supermart nearby. The swimming pool facing the Kuching river. Hotel comes with a pu... Mr. Terrance Sun, 18 Jan 2009 09:18:51 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/904015.html The hotel room has seriously noisy aircon and flickering lights at night even though it is totally switched off. I requested for a change of room, however, the new room has damaged card power switch and noisy fridge. The hotel should charge less ... Mr. Sim Mon, 05 Jan 2009 07:24:33 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/903118.html Call to check with the hotel about the details of the room booked, if yu have booked it online through, eg. Asiarooms. It is safer this way and stress-free when you arrive. Mr. Lendermann, Peter Fri, 26 Dec 2008 10:30:19 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/902738.html We booked 2 rooms, and had requested for non-smoking rooms. However, we were given rooms on the smoking floor as they did not have any on non-smoking floors. Had to request for towels as they only provided one. Gym was closed and this was not updated... Shlim Sun, 21 Dec 2008 06:27:00 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/902702.html Good hotel and rooms. Breakfast was very good and enough choice for everyone. Hotel is central located in Kutching and everything is on a walking distance. The internetconnection was good in the room (not wireless, but the cable was long enough) Matthijs Sat, 20 Dec 2008 09:50:54 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/902262.html We arrive late at Kuching via Airasia. It is around 1.30mins flight from Singapore to Kuching. The journey from Airport to hotel is around 25 minutes and the taxi fare is fixed at RM23. Buy the coupon from the taxi counter before boarding the taxi.... Mr. Tan, Cher Seng Mon, 15 Dec 2008 05:54:22 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/902131.html We had a pleasant stay at the Holiday Inn Kuching. The room was clean and the staff helpful. The location of the hotel is strategic- close to everything. Meisan Restaurant offered fine Chinese food at reasonable prices. The Sarawak Cultural Village T... Loh Ky Sun, 14 Dec 2008 03:15:04 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/901963.html Good location. Avg ageing room. Responsive front desk. Breakfast below avg for a 4* hotel. Concierge not v knowledgeable. Overall decent value. Best thing about room is location. Walking distance to RoofTop Seafood; Sarawak laksa and Kolo Mee at C... Mr. Ong, Edward Thu, 11 Dec 2008 10:45:35 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/898803.html Holiday In, Kuching, is a nice hotel, and I enjoyed my stay there. I am looking forward to stay there again. Mr. Hassan, Huyop Sat, 08 Nov 2008 00:47:48 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/895458.html My husband, teenage daughter and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Holiday Inn. We were revisiting Kuching having lived there 10 years ago, and found the hotel the perfect place from which to re-explore the city. The service was excellent and the... Mr. Pohlner, Suzanne Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:58:22 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/894322.html The shower in my room was not working properly on arrival, but the lady manager was kind to give me another room. Breakfast spread was not up to the standard at all. Apart from this, it was quite a pleasant stay for me. Ms. Ong, Siewyong Fri, 26 Sep 2008 11:12:39 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/892439.html Enjoyed the stay at the hotel. - a very convenient location - food places are just downstairs or across the street - next to the waterfront - shops and malls are within walking distance - polite, helpful and kind staff - clean and relatively w... Frequent Traveller Sun, 07 Sep 2008 05:49:33 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/891831.html We stayed at the Holiday Inn in Kuching during the Rainforest World Music Festival and it was great. Rooms big enough, nice view over the river, clean and a huge breakfast buffet with lots of choice. The best thing though was that the shuttle bus to ... Stefanie Mon, 01 Sep 2008 07:31:30 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/890767.html This hotel keeps service verry high, nothing is to much. Our room was perfect with a view on the river. Staff is very friendly, great breakfast, you name it they have it. Location is right in the center. Ms. Passon, Mathilda Maria Adriana Sat, 23 Aug 2008 18:43:16 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/888192.html Great location. Car park was limited. Mr. Sha, Kok-jun Thu, 31 Jul 2008 11:42:03 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/886514.html Good value for money, nice spacious clean rooms, very good variety for breakfast, very good location, pleasant and obliging staff. Would stay here again. Mrs. Warner, E Wed, 16 Jul 2008 05:42:48 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/885745.html Hotel should include recommendations where to have good seafood and other good food around the city of Kuching or hotel area. Mr. Chan Hin, Kong Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:02:50 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/884745.html Apart from its slightly old fashion design the hotel would be a OK. There is no door bell, no central control of hot and cold water example, hot water for shower still controlled by two different taps instead of a mixer (about time for renovation and... Mr. Sian, Lusir Sun, 29 Jun 2008 14:26:15 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/883223.html Room need refurbishment. Broken TV, fridge, hairdryer. Carpeting in room and hallway need deep cleaning. Housekeeping doesn't thoroughly vacuum room. Bedspread faded and worn. Gss Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:22:47 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/882766.html Rooms need refurbishment. Carpeting in rooms and hallway stained - need cleaning. Housekeeping doesn't vacuum room floor - still little pieces of dirt after clean-up. Ginny Fri, 13 Jun 2008 09:28:05 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/881806.html Great Location, with many shopping centers and places to eat around it. Good Breakfast with many choices. Room is comfortable and basically the only bad thing was paying a ridiculous amount of money for internet connection. Mr. Sio, Hock Chuan Wed, 04 Jun 2008 10:14:35 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/878097.html Friendly service. Mr. Mahali, Mohamad Mon, 05 May 2008 06:34:48 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/872621.html hotel staff were friendly and helpful. our room had a great view over the river. meals at the restaurant were excellent. computer system very slow and inefficient at times. Ms. Tidy, Angela Sat, 22 Mar 2008 12:05:18 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/841022.html We stay at Holiday Inn for 7 days. It was very good. The staff were very kindly. The breakfast super. The location was good. Everything was perfect! We will absolutely stay at this hotel again for another holiday. Mr. Lonstrup, Benno S. B. Wed, 06 Feb 2008 14:51:21 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/840338.html This is a pleasant-enough although rather impersonal hotel. It is right on the river, although just around the bend from the main city centre, and the better rooms therefore have quite good views. It is overdue redecoration and general updating. The ... Mr. Clyne, Roderick Tue, 05 Feb 2008 03:59:01 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/831211.html We booked riverview duluxe room with asiaroom.com. When we checked in, the front desk told us that they will upgrade us to excutive room. We were very happy and checked into the room. We were expecting to see the beautiful river view and to our disma... Ms. Ho, Grace Tue, 22 Jan 2008 14:41:57 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/816988.html My friends and I were quite impressed with the duty manager, Nora, on 27 Dec. When we arrived, she greeted us pleasantly; she has a nice disposition towards guests. Although, I had requested higher floor rooms, we were initially checked into lower fl... Mr. Quah, Chai Koon Lawrence Sun, 06 Jan 2008 02:35:41 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/800210.html I was very unhappy with the services at the front desk when i checked in. I was told that the room that i've booked via asiarooms.com is full. I do not understand why did my transaction go through when the hotel rooms are full. They said they upgrade... Ms. Tong, Sylvia Wed, 12 Dec 2007 03:16:43 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/798799.html Staff are helpful. Room facilities are very good. Bathroom is a little bit small, but still alright. Only one thing we felt not so convinient that is parking place. It's too limited. Overall, we are happy to stay at Holiday Inn KCH. Ms. Liang, Liyuan Mon, 10 Dec 2007 13:35:15 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/781439.html A very clean hotel located in an ideal place for the traveler on their first trip to Kuching. Would recomend it to anyone. Hope to visit it again in 2008. Mr. Wilkinson, Bryan Sat, 17 Nov 2007 12:11:00 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/761758.html Good value for money. Our room had 2 double beds with a great view of the river. Nice selection of food at breakfast buffet. Pool size was okay but water was slightly murky; also it was fairly deep all around so not good for kids who aren't good s... Ndc Tue, 23 Oct 2007 07:21:05 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/733186.html Except for a hiccup, on the 1st day of our stay we were given a room with a small queen size bed which gave little space for a good sleep and comfort. We booked for a twin sharing room. Fortunately when we brought this problem to the front office, yo... Mr. Ng, Seng Yeun Fri, 14 Sep 2007 19:16:07 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/730761.html The hotel looks a bit run down on the exterior, but don't judge by a book its cover; the room is superb. We got a room at 3rd floor facing the river, with 2 queen size bed. Room is of reasonable size and clean. The location of the hotel is the best a... Ms. Debbie Teh Tue, 11 Sep 2007 12:53:33 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/722887.html They offered the best breakfast we had on our 3 week Malysia/Hong Kong travel. Outstanding variety of rolls, danish pastries and a very good chef who made the egg dishes! The travel agency located next to the reception organised very nice day trips ... Mr. Ruokamo, Marco Sun, 02 Sep 2007 13:49:12 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/672049.html It has 3 of the best shopping centres within 5 minutes walking distance from the hotel. We were lucky to be allocated a room with a river view and the distant view of Mount Santubong. Its front concierge has regular shuttle for hotel guests to bop on... Mr. Low, Tian Hong Mon, 20 Aug 2007 10:24:28 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/462447.html Too expensive compare to other hotel nearby like Harborview. quality of breakfast need to be improved. Mr. Koh, Steven Sun, 29 Jul 2007 05:18:56 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/363211.html Great Hotel, everything perfect starting with a fantastic sunrise through our window over the Sarawak River after a very pleasant night (King size bed). The breakfast buffet is really great and is European standard. All the Hotel staff are very helpf... Mr. Joerg, Kersten Mon, 23 Jul 2007 03:33:55 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/192742.html Good location. Got a room witgh a nice view of the river. Good and friendly service. Near shopping area with good food across the river. Ms. Tay, Juliana Fri, 22 Jun 2007 13:08:05 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/183050.html Service is great, you are greeted from entering the hotel to your rooms. Nice hotel but too bad, swimming pool was under renovation when I was there. Mr. Tan, Ko Pin Fri, 27 Apr 2007 05:03:58 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/182804.html A great location on the river,and near the center of town. Please note,if you are considering staying here the pool area was being renovated on our stay (april 07) so you may want to inquire that this has been finished. Not only for access to a pool ... Mr. James, Antony Wed, 25 Apr 2007 15:10:50 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/182262.html Very practical hotel for a first touchdown in Sarawak. Staff is effective and the travel agent and souvenir shop add some good infrastructure for tourists. Mr. Stalder, Meinhard Mon, 23 Apr 2007 03:37:38 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/181862.html Enjoyed my stay at Holiday Inn Kuching Hotel. Quite wide spread of buffet breakfast. Very good location, near to shopping centres, eating spots and walking distance to the Waterfront. Convenient to get around places by taxi. Very friendly and hel... Umi Fri, 20 Apr 2007 15:22:51 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/176757.html We had an excellent stay at this hotel. Although there was work in progress, it wasn't intrusive and if it wasn't for the fact that the pool was closed during our visit, the facilities would also have received 5*. We were notified during booking that... Mr. Hollinrake, Keith Mon, 26 Mar 2007 06:01:29 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/148643.html An early check-in was requested at the time of booking. The room was not ready on arrival because the previous visitor had not checked out at the designated time. It was finally made available at three p.m. After an overnight long distance flight, th... Foutcharis, Mrs. Jean Sat, 23 Sep 2006 04:22:55 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/140310.html Just a good hotel at an very nice location De Moel, Robert Sander Thu, 20 Jul 2006 12:26:46 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/138678.html A nice Hotel in a very clean city. Most of sightsseings of the city are in a walking distance. Altenburg, Dr. Hans-peter Thu, 06 Jul 2006 12:46:58 +0100 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/121973.html Near the Kuching Riverside and accessible to major part of the town within walking distances. At night, you will be able to see local people fishing prawn by the river. Breakfast is good with lots of local variaties. Russell Thu, 09 Feb 2006 04:23:48 +0000 http://www.asiarooms.com/Malaysia/Kuching/174087--hotel-reviews/8694.html The Hotel have a good location and easy acces Florence Tue, 13 Apr 2004 09:09:09 +0100