Pullman Hotels and Resorts, hotels designed specifically for today’s business and leisure travellers, announced that the Pullman Kuching will open on 17 November, 2009. Pullman Kuching will be Accor’s second Pullman in Malaysia.

Whether visiting Kuching for business or pleasure - ‘Check-in, Chill-out’ in any of the 389 spacious guest rooms at hotel, each boasting the latest technological in-room connectivity devices and other ‘Pullman Room' signature features such as Pullman Bed, LCD Televisions with a large selection of international channels, high speed Internet access, in room safety box and Pullman in room fitness workout equipment.

Fabrice Mini - General Manager of Pullman Kuching said ”We are very much looking forward to welcoming  our first guests to the hotel. The opening of the newest international hotel for Kuching is sure to welcomed by local residents and visitors to the picturesque city, the capital of Sarawak.”

Nestled in the city’s golden triangle and atop the hill of Jalan Mathies, Pullman Kuching is just a mere 20 minutes’ drive from Kuching International Airport and adjacent to Hills Shopping Mall, a two-storey city lifestyle shopping centre also due to open in 2009. Guests can easily venture on foot to discover the city's diverse selection of shops, restaurants, temples and bazaars. Other attractions include Sarawak Cultural Village, Damai Beach, Bako National Park and Semenggoh Wildlife Centre to mingle with the orangutans of Borneo.

Located on the north western part of the island of Borneo, Kuching is a gateway city to visitors to the island with easy access to near by cities such as Sibu, Miri and Bintulu.

The hotel boasts a total of 3,660sqm of meetings and event space with 10 comprehensive banquet and conferencing venues.  The state-of-the-art ballroom is the largest hotel banquet space in the city, accommodating up to 1,500 people for a sit-down banquet.

Pullman Kuching is set to be popular with extensive food and beverage options, with four food and beverage outlets;

Puzzle, the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant offers a relaxing al fresco dining experience as well as private dining rooms.  International dishes with a focus on regional cuisine are available all day and into the night from interactive cooking stations or a la carte.

Nu Er Hong the hotels Chinese Restaurant is a contemporary environment with an open concept kitchen filling the restaurant with atmosphere and energy. Nu Er Hong also offers private dining options.

Deja Vu, the hotel’s relaxing and cosy lobby lounge, offers respite from discovering the city, serving specialty coffee and bar service. Liquid is the hotel’s superlative poolside venue with DJ’s each weekend evening and serving fresh juices and healthy snacks in a modern urbane lounge style or poolside daily. Cafe Ch@t designed to keep guests connected while serving up home made pastries and cakes, ice cream and deserts.

Guests can maintain regular workout routines while staying at Pullman Kuching. The hotels contemporary fitness centre, with knowledgeable support staff offers modern equipment and the latest body exercise programs. Guests can also relax their mind, body and spirit in Pullman Kuching’s large spa facility with 7 treatment rooms and an outdoor swimming pool with sundeck.