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Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for sightseeing. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its festivals, and the river views create an appealing natural setting.

These dormitory-style accommodations come in quite a few different forms, but they have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks get the highest reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start looking: B&B Inn - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Kuching Waterfront. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels and showers in all rooms. Hornbill Hostel - Located steps from Kuching Waterfront. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and free Wi-Fi. Borneo Seahare Guesthouse - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Kuching Waterfront. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Hero Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Kuching Waterfront. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.

If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Kuching, one of Expedia’s 10 hostels could be a great option for you.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually May and August, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Kuching are January, December, February and November, with each month seeing an average of 414 mm of rainfall.

Depending on what you’re interested in, you might appreciate some places near Kuching. Get out into nature with places such as Mount Santubong, Bako National Park and Damai Beach. Cultural attractions include Fort Margherita, Chinese History Museum and Sarawak Museum. Visit landmarks such as Astana Palace.

Keep this information about transit options in Kuching on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Kuching (KCH-Kuching Intl.), 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from the city centre.