Hilton Batang Ai Kuching
C/O Hilton Kuching, Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman Kuching, Sarawak, 93100, Malaysia
TravelPod Member ReviewsHilton Batang Ai Kuching
“Rustic Diamond ”
mmlivelife2011 8 contributions
Leamington, Canada
Jan 26, 2012
This place is truly a diamond in the ruff !!!! It is a wonderful place to reconnect to nature . The staff were very helpful and fun loving .
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