Istana Holidays
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Your Istana Holiday
The hassle-free way to experience this exciting city is with a custom-made Istana holiday package. Stay in the neighbourhood of Kampung Boyan, which is good for nature, history and walking or choose someplace else — our package deals are all about you. A trip to Istana is a wonderful opportunity to do a bit of sightseeing. Be sure to look around well-known attractions like Vivacity Megamall, Kuching Boulevard Shopping Complex and The Spring. Expedia can help you escape your daily routine. Tailor your holiday to Istana to match your travel style, whatever that may look like.
Istana Essential Information
Language | Malaysian |
|---|---|
Currency | Malaysian ringgits |
Local Goodbye | Sampai jumpa lagi |
Closest Airport | Kuching Intl. Airport (KCH) |
Max Temp Winter | 29ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 32ºC |
Top Sights | Sarawak Museum, St. Josephs Cathedral and Pantai Pasir Pandak |
Top hotels in Istana
Sheraton Kuching Hotel
Overall is good, gym facilities should be more equipment and operating hours shall be 24 hours
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Citadines Uplands Kuching
Too old building
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Hilton Kuching
Hotel was close to local attractions, restaurants and river. My room had a great view of the river. Bed was comfortable and had coffee and tea making facilities and a fridge. The breakfast buffet had a good selection of several cuisines. I found each member of staff that I interacted with to be friendly, ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Popular places to visit
Kuching Waterfront
You can take time to visit Kuching Waterfront during your travels to Kuching. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Damai Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Damai Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Kuching. Wander the riverfront in this culturally rich area.
Bako National Park
Forests, mangroves and beaches teeming with bearded pigs, otters, proboscis monkeys and macaques await at this park, less than an hour’s drive from Kuching.
What to do in Istana
A glimpse of Orang Utan in Semenggoh Wildlife Centre
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