Situated by the ocean, Permai Rainforest Resort is a great choice for a stay in Kuching. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Feeding Tree, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Jalan Sultan Tengah, Pantai Damai Santubong, Kuching, Sarawak, 93050
What's nearby
Teluk Penyuk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Sarawak Cultural Village - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Teluk Bandung - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Damai Central - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Damai Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
Kuching Intl. Airport (KCH) - 59 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
海滨海鲜 - 11 min drive
Buntal 88 Seafood Centre - 15 min drive
Elements - 6 min walk
Escobar - 9 min walk
Hai Bing Seafood - 11 min drive
About this property
Permai Rainforest Resort
Situated by the ocean, Permai Rainforest Resort is a great choice for a stay in Kuching. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Feeding Tree, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
At a glance
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
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Transfers
Airport shuttle from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM*
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Offsite
Shopping center shuttle*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol served onsite
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Playground
What to do
Ecotours
Hiking/biking trails
Kayaking
Beach nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Conference center
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Built in 1990
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Shower only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
The Feeding Tree - This beachfront restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately MYR 25 for adults and MYR 25 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of MYR 40 per person (one-way)
Shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 5 and 12 costs MYR 20.00 (one-way)
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Permai Rainforest Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Permai Rainforest Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Permai Rainforest Resort?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Permai Rainforest Resort?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Permai Rainforest Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Permai Rainforest Resort?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM on request. The charge is MYR 40 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Permai Rainforest Resort?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Permai Rainforest Resort and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like an outdoor pool and a picnic area.
Are there restaurants at or near Permai Rainforest Resort?
Yes, The Feeding Tree offers alfresco dining, local and international cuisine, and ocean views.
What's the area around Permai Rainforest Resort like?
Permai Rainforest Resort is a short 7-minute walk from Sarawak Cultural Village and 17 minutes' walk from Damai Beach.
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Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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7.2
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.2
Staff & service
6.6
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2024
Great place for families
Staff were really kind and friendly and it's suxh a beautiful place to stay. It's better than the photos in real life.
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2024
Permai is fantastic, we had a treehouse and enjoyed waking up to monkeys and bird song each morning. It is a perfect place to just relax and do nothing or book some tours from. The staff were all lovely and helpful, if driving us themselves to catch a late afternoon boat trip. We extended our stay another night as we loved it so much.
RONELLE
RONELLE, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 11, 2026
This was a cabin in the rainforest, so in the thick of nature. Sadly for us, it rained during our whole stay. I think its an amazing location for getting away and seeing wildlife on your doorstep. There are on resort things that you can pay for like bat walk, kayaking, high ropes and boat trips. There are also self guided trails. I think if you are staying longer than a few days, you may run out of activities. I also thought the boat trip was a bit pricey considering others we had been on in Malaysia.
The staff were friendly and answered all concerns.
There is no Wifi in the cabins and even our eSIMs struggled with reception. The rooms could do with a few more amenities like hooks, iron, hairdryer, more sockets and wifi. The fridge and kettle were welcome.
The breakfast was lovely with a variety and changed daily. You can order a meal or even to your cabin from the restaurant, but we wanted a few more options. They also do yummy milkshakes. The restaurant is a lovely place to relax as there is wildlife around and you are practically on the beach. It also had Wifi.
You can get laundry done, but it needs to be requested - no option to do yourself.
There is a small shop at reception, but not well stocked and seemed musty. The 'second' beach really needs better steps sorted so you can get to it safely.
We didn't use the jungle pool - my kids were very suspicious.
City centre is 1 hr drive & Grabs don't come
I loved this resort, but a few improvements could be even better!
Amina
Amina, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2021
Basic needs were met. Nice jungle experience and beach nearby.
Alexandra
Alexandra, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2021
It was pleasant to stay here for our business trip. We are looking forward to come again on our holiday vacation.
Sharminie
Sharminie, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 3, 2020
The foods should be more variety.
MCBM
MCBM, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 3, 2020
Die Lage der Baumhäuser ist traumhaft. Direkt am Meer, mit einem kleinen wunderschönen Strand und dennoch im Dschungel. Die Baumhäuser sind unterschiedlich im Grad der Renovierungsbwdürftigkeit, es lohnt, sich ggf mehrere zeigen zu lassen. Und es gibt zwei ganz neue, die unbedingt wert sind zu buchen, wenn möglich. Das Essen vom buffett ist eher einfach, aber man kann sich für wenig Geld Gerichte von der Karte bestellen, was ebenfalls lohnt. Und unbedingt die Wanderung durch die Anlage machen, toller, anspruchsvoller Weg mit -zumindest in der Regenzeit- beeindruckendem Wasserfall. Das Permai lohnt für ein paar Nächte auf jeden Fall schon wegen seiner Lage und des Ambientes.
Birgit
Birgit, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2020
Very good for a rainforest experience.
Nice one-day experience in the resort, with both rain and shine periods. Managed to get into one of the 2 new Treehouses, and experience was really good (with Monkey appearing on our doorstep in the morning).
Overall property could be a bit more modern, but the feeling is good: you're really immerged in the rainforest, and trails to Mount Santubong are right out of your doorstep. Very nice to spend 1 or 2 days there.
Mathias
Mathias, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 28, 2019
You are staying in the rainforest, in a treehouse, with the China Sea crashing on rocks outside your back door. Everything else that could be considered a problem is overlooked
Chuck
Chuck, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 20, 2019
ture retreat
Stay was generally good.
Lakshmi Narayanan
Lakshmi Narayanan, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 13, 2019
Not worth the prize, terrible food
A film crue or what not was camped just next to our treehouse and made quite the noise. The next morning some group started to play loud music on the beach at 7am. Quite hard to sleep in those circumstances. Dinner was terrible, tried it the first night and after that went straight to the food court at Damai central. Breakfast wasn't better. Treehouse was a good sized, hasn't had maintenance in a while, but was ok. Toilet seat wasn't attached properly so the whole room smelled like pee. Airport shuttle driver was 1/2hour late from our booked leaving time.
Jungle trail was nice, not so well kept as the one in Santubong National Park but preferred it that way.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2019
The tree house had a stunning view of the sea on one side and forest at the back. We liistned to the sea from our bed and watched the sun go down from our balcony. The beach was deserted (2nd beach) and we swam as the sun went down. A great marked trail of about 2 hours through mainly secondary forest. We had a fantastic high ropes experience and were lucky to find two snakes. The property is an easy walk to the cultural village. Breakfast if great with fresh fruit and any eggs you want plus other hot goodies, juice and tea/coffee. Again great views from the restauant.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 17, 2019
Belle emplacement.
Super emplacement en bord de mer et en pleine jungle. Par contre, pour le prix, les bungalow sont équipés du minimum et sans aucun confort et au niveau de la restauration du soir en demi pension, les quantités étaient trop juste ! Par contre, le personnel était très agréable. Privilégier les maisons dans les arbres !
veronique
veronique, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2019
Amazing to stay in the rainforest. Unique properties in the jungle. Lovely safe beach and incredible sunsets. Good food and helpful staff
+ boomhut met een fantastisch uitzicht. slapen tussen verschillende apensoorten.
+ geluid ‘s nachts was geweldig
+ vriendelijk personeel
+ lekker eten (wisselt tussen a la carte en buffet)
- geen ijs en sinaasappelen waardoor er nog maar weinig keus overbleef van de menukaart.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2019
Ein Baumhaus mitten im Dschungel und den Strand direkt vor der Tür, was will man mehr. Für Naturliebhaber einfach einzigartig. Wir genossen die Natur und vorallem die Ruhe (wir hatten Glück und waren fast alleine dort, zumindest hat es sich so angefühlt) . Das Personal war sehr freundlich und auch die angebotenen Speisen sowohl zum Frühstück als auch zum Abendessen waren einwandfrei. Am liebsten hätten wir mehr Zeit dort verbracht.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Feb 15, 2019
Nicht empfehlenswert
Scheinbar wegen schlechtem Wetter kein Freizeitangebot. Essensbuffet (Frühstück und Nachtessen) war sehr bescheiden und langweilig. Preis/Leistung unverhältnismäßig.
Nicole
Nicole, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2019
Amazing place to stay in Borneo
This is an amazing place. Be sure to book a treehouse for beautiful ocean views. There are two beaches and a waterfall pool. They offer many activities, and there are gorgeous monkeys who live wild in the trees. Just be aware that as it is in the rainforest, there are ants that will get on any food you have in your room, so always rinse coffee cups and throw out wrappers. As long as you do that, your room will be fine.
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 15, 2019
Resort in the jungle
Went to permai rainforest resort for the real jungle experience. We saw a lot of exotic animals and the staff were so nice and showed us the animals who visit.
The location were really nice if you just want to relax in the jungle.
The cabins were old and beaten.
But perfect for you who looking for the jungle felling and relax. Not luxury.
They don’t have alcohol in the resort so bring with you or go to Escobar a bar in a resort 15 min walk away.
I really enjoyed it!!
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2019
Beautiful
Really nice staff, very helpful. You really get into the jungle. The cabins interior were old but you had what you needed. Nice if you will enjoy junglelife but not luxury.
Patricia
Patricia, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 2, 2019
Tolle Unterkunft am Strand. Im baumhaus zu schlafen ist mal anders. Essen war sehr gut. Häuser sollten in Schuss gehalten werden.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Sep 10, 2018
Bad service and condition
It’s nice to have beach beside the hotel but there are many hotels around have this advantage too. Staff service overall is very bad. The attitude is bad esp at the restaurant. Less food. Bread and egg out of stock
Susie
Susie, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 3, 2018
Nice place to stay in tree top
Its definitely a unique stay , however the choice of food is limited, especially if you are a vegetarian.
nria
nria, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Aug 10, 2018
Could be better
Oustanding location, but cabins in need of some tlc (and some cleaning) and the food is pretty mediocre.