Best Hotels near Tua Pek Kong Temple, Starting at RM 21

This temple is over 100 years old and is the oldest and best-preserved Chinese temple in Sibu. The 7-storey Goddess of Mercy (Kuan Yin) Pagoda next to it was built in the late 1980s and is one of the most perfectly proportioned pagodas outside Mainland China. Besides religious purposes, tourists also climb its many steps for views of the Rajang Rivers as well as to view the sunset. In March 1928 Sibu town was ravaged by a fire, however the temple was unscathed, considered a miracle by locals. In 1942, the Japanese invaded and occupied Sibu. Three years later, the Allied Forces bombarded the town, severely destroying the temple but the deity was unharmed. The temple eventually went through a series of repairs and renovations to its present state.

How to Get There

By Plane

If you are traveling by air, nearest airport is the Sibu Airport (IATA: SBW, ICAO: WBGS), an airport located 23 km east south east of Sibu, a town in the state of Sarawak in Malaysia. The airport is the 10th busiest airport in Malaysia, and the 3rd busiest in Sarawak.

Tourist Attractions

Rejang Esplanade

Stretching from the Express Boat Passenger Terminal to the Kingwood Hotel is the Rejang Esplanade, a landscaped waterfront favoured by courting couples, sightseers and al-fresco diners. Located here is also the magnificent Swan Statue, the emblem of Sibu, always the spot for a good photo ops.

Bawang Assan Longhouse

The Iban traditional settlement of Bawang Assan compromise of 9 longhouse dating from the 18th Century. Visitors here can visit both of their traditional and modern longhouse. They can also stay overnight from the home stay program and participate in their daily activities.

Hotels

Tanahmas Hotel

Immerse yourself in a rejuvenating haven that is Tanahmas. Tanahmas lets you embrace traditional culture whilst enjoying modern comforts and amenities. Feel right at home with our impeccable service and hospitality. When you choose to stay with us, you are assured of the best; Tanahmas is the recipient of the Sarawak Hornbill Tourism Awards 2003 for the Best Accommodation, Excellent Service (3 Star). At the same awards, Tanahmas was also won the Best Media Promotion. At the end of the day, retreat to a well-deserved rest in any of our 120 luxurious rooms and suites. Complimentary facilities and services are all thoughtful little extras to make your stay even more pleasurable. Stay in, explore the city, or have your events; Tanahmas will make your Sibu experience a memorable one!

Premier Hotel

If what you seek is a home away from home, located in the heart of town for your leisure or business excursion, then welcome to Premier Hotel. Only half an hour from Sibu Airport, Premier Hotel is strategically situated in the hub of shopping, entertainment and business centers. Whether it is a trendy tie you need for tomorrow's meeting, a movie you've been wanting to catch or just a relaxing session of retail therapy, you can find it all at your fingertips right here. We pride ourselves in being part of Sibu's history as the first to incorporate high-rise architectural grandeur with commerce practicability. So step in and experience our hospitality and commitment where everything we do is to make your stay here most enjoyable and memorable.

RH Hotel

RH Hotel is strategically located in the town centre. It is connected by a bridge to Sibu’s tallest building, Wisma Sanyan (which also houses the largest shopping mall in the town) and Malaysia’s largest town square, Sibu Town Square. It is in the immediate vicinity of the major financial and shopping district where offices and banks are located. RH Hotel features 226 spacious & trendy rooms and unique suites. All the rooms are elegantly decorated in luxurious contemporary styles and is equipped with comprehensive modern facilities such as wireless broadband internet coverage. RH Hotel caters to all and is the choice hotel to stay in whether for leisure or business.