Permai Rainforest Resort is an eco-friendly resort at the foot of Mount Santubong, a 5-minute walk from Sarawak Cultural Village. The resort offers a café and barbecue facilities. Each cabin at Permai Resort is equipped with a fridge and tea/coffee maker. En suite bathrooms come with hot shower facilities. Guests can take a boat cruise to watch the Irawadi dolphins or participate in the Firefly Evening tour. Water sports like kayaking and snorkelling are available by the beach. All-day dining is available at the Rainforest Café and features views of the sea. Wi-Fi is available at a fee. Permai Rainforest Resort is a 50-minute drive from Kuching International Airport. Kuching City is a 30-minute drive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

FREE private parking!

Activities:

Golf course (within 3 km)

Fishing

Children's playground


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
6 single beds
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
7 single beds
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
6.3
High score for Santubong
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Allison
    Canada Canada
    Amazing location with 2 beautiful and quiet beaches. We saw so many proboscis monkeys just within the resort grounds. Breakfast was filling and other meals were of decent quality and not over priced. Beds were comfortable, air conditioning worked...
  • Janina
    Germany Germany
    Beautiful place in the forest and still right next to the ocean. Also a beautiful natural pool in the forest just a few minutes walk from the tree houses. We even had Proboscis monkeys on our roof and sitting right in front of our balcony which...
  • Arno
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Fantastic location in the middle of the rain forest with monkeys freely roaming around the area. Two beaches, a natural pool, great hiking possibilities: this place is a true gem!

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • THE FEEDING TREE
    • Cuisine
      Malaysian • Local • International
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Resort facilities of Permai Rainforest Resort

Most popular facilities
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Wellness
  • Public Bath
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Malay

House rules
Permai Rainforest Resort takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of MYR 200 is required on arrival. That's about £35. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 5 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

5+ years
Extra bed upon request
MYR 90 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardUnionPay debit cardUnionPay credit cardCash

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted. Barbecue facilities can be booked at a charge. (Subject to availability) Rates follow:

- Use of barbecue pit: MYR 100 per night

- Barbecue corkage charges (for guests who are bringing their own food): MYR 10 per person per night

*Food for the barbecue can be purchased at the resort's restaurant. Advance bookings must be made.

Guests who wish to use this facility, or cater barbecue food may contact the property directly using the contact details provided in the booking confirmation. Bookings must be made in advance.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Permai Rainforest Resort in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

A damage deposit of MYR 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Permai Rainforest Resort

  • The nearest beach is just 200 yards from Permai Rainforest Resort. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Permai Rainforest Resort include:

    • Family
    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Quadruple

  • Yes, Permai Rainforest Resort is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Permai Rainforest Resort is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Permai Rainforest Resort may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Permai Rainforest Resort is 2.8 miles from the centre of Santubong. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Permai Rainforest Resort has 1 restaurant:

    • THE FEEDING TREE

  • Permai Rainforest Resort offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Snorkelling
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Bicycle rental
    • Walking tours
    • Public Bath
    • Private beach area