Kuching Riverine Escape: Staycation Paradise at Homestay 37!
Kuching Riverine Escape: Homestay 37 - Is this Staycation Paradise? (My Honest Take!)
Okay, people. Let's be real. I just got back from a staycation at Kuching Riverine Escape: Homestay 37, and I'm here to spill the (probably over-caffeinated) tea. You want the lowdown? The gut feelings? The real dirt? Buckle up, because you're about to get it. This is not your typical, sterile hotel review. This is me – unfiltered.
(Deep breath) Let's dive in…
First Impressions… and the Accessibility Question (It’s Messy!)
Finding Homestay 37 was… an adventure. The location, Kuching Riverine, sounds romantic, right? Well, it is pretty. But driving in I thought "Wow, traffic!" Access is decent, I guess. The surrounding area wasn't super-cluttered which is a plus.
Now, I'm not in a chair, but I do appreciate good accessibility, you know? The website says they have facilities for disabled guests. I didn't personally experience it, but I spotted an elevator. That's a big win! I did see some ramps in the lobby. So, Accessibility rating? Probably a B- maybe a C+? It depends on what you need, better double-check before you go. I’m not sure it's super easy to get around but I am giving them some props for what they do have.
On-Site Grub and Brews: Food, Glorious Food… and the Occasional Hiccup
Alright, let's talk chow! Homestay 37 boasts a bunch of dining options:
- Restaurants: They've got a couple, including Asian and Western cuisine.
- Coffee Shop: Essential for a caffeine addict like me.
- Poolside Bar: My kind of place!
- Snack Bar: Handy.
- Room Service: Available 24/7. Score!
The Breakfast (Buffet) was… a mixed bag. The Asian options were surprisingly good (especially the noodles!), But the Western stuff was a bit… blah. The coffee, though? Decent. I definitely took advantage of the complimentary water bottles in the room! That's a win!
There's a Vegetarian restaurant, which is cool. And a Poolside bar: I spent a lot of time there. The cocktails were decent, but the service was… let's say "laid-back." I had to flag down a waiter a few times, but hey, I was on vacation, so… Chill.
My Craziest Food Story (and the Soup!)
Okay, so here's a funny story. One night, I was starving. I ordered room service. The menu said "Creamy Tomato Soup." Sounded perfect! I envisioned myself in my plush robe, sipping delicious, soul-warming soup while watching a terrible movie. What arrived was… a slightly orange-tinged liquid. It tasted like tomato soup. But it was watery. And the croutons? Soggy. I sent it back. Lesson learned: Always order the noodles. (Yes, I’m still thinking about that soup…)
All this has to be said – they do offer Alternative meal arrangement, which is good for dietary restrictions.
Hygiene and Safety: Is it Actually Safe? (YES!)
I'm a bit of a germaphobe, so this section is important! I was genuinely impressed. Homestay 37 takes hygiene seriously. They boast:
- Anti-viral Cleaning Products: Good!
- Daily Disinfection in Common Areas: Great!
- Hand Sanitizer Everywhere: Awesome!
- Rooms Sanitized Between Stays: Excellent!
- Professional-Grade Sanitizing Services: Double Excellent!
- Staff Trained in Safety Protocol: Triple Excellent!
I felt genuinely safe. They had Cashless payment service to reduce handling, they removed Shared stationery, and there were visible signs of Physical distancing of at least 1 meter. The food was Individually-wrapped, and they seemed dedicated and it seemed they're taking care of Safe dining setup.
So, Cleanliness and safety? Solid A!
The Relaxing Stuff: Spa Days and Poolside Bliss!
This is where Homestay 37 really shines, folks!
- Swimming Pool [outdoor]: Gorgeous! The view was incredible, and I spent hours there. The Pool with view got me.
- Spa: YES! I booked a massage. It was AMAZING! (Maybe I needed that after the soup….)
- Sauna, Steamroom, Spa/sauna: Didn’t try it, but they're there.
- Foot bath: I didn’t even know I needed one!
- Fitness center, Gym/fitness: They have it which is a plus but did not use it because I was too busy drinking cocktails.
Ways to relax rating: A+!
The Room: Cozy, with a Few Quirks
My room had everything I needed:
- Air Conditioning: Essential in Kuching!
- Blackout Curtains: Crucial for sleeping in!
- Coffee/tea maker: Yay!
- Free Wi-Fi: (THANK GOD!)
- Mini Bar: Yes!
- Safety Deposit Box: Always a good thing.
- Separate shower/bathtub I liked.
- Soundproofing: Worked pretty well.
- Wake-up service: Used it. It worked!
The room was clean, comfortable, and the extra long bed meant I actually stretched. I had a Window that opens! which is important because the A/C can get very strong. I liked having complimentary tea. The Bathrobes were a major plus.
The Quirks? The bathroom phone looked like it hadn't been updated since the 90s. They do have Non-smoking rooms which is brilliant, and I think the room decorations were nice.
The Details That Matter (and My Pet Peeves)
- Internet Access: FREE WIFI IN ALL ROOMS! Praise be!
- Services and Conveniences: They’ve got it all: Laundry service, Luggage storage, Concierge, Dry cleaning, Elevator and more.
- Things to Do: They have On-site event hosting plus there’s plenty of things to do around Kuching.
- For the kids: They have a Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, and even Kids meal, which is helpful.
Security:
- CCTV in common areas and outside property Security [24-hour]. Soundproof rooms, plus you've got a Smoke detector.
The Not-So-Great (and the Annoyances)
- The Waiter Service: Could be improved, seriously. (I'm starting to sound like a broken record, I know!)
- The Soup Disaster of '23: I'm still not over it.
- The Lateness: Sometimes a bit late in some services
The Verdict: Should You Book It?
Yes! Absolutely! Despite a few minor hiccups, Kuching Riverine Escape: Homestay 37 is a fantastic choice for a staycation. It's clean, comfortable, and offers a ton of ways to relax and unwind. I’m still thinking about that Massage. It's perfect for couples, families, or anyone who needs a break from the real world.
My (Slightly Emboldened) Recommendation:
Book it! But maybe skip the soup, unless you’re feeling brave. Or bring your own crackers to throw in the water…
Booking Offer!
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- A free cocktail at the poolside bar (maybe two!)
- Guaranteed room upgrade (subject to availability!)
- Early check-in and late check-out (so you can really relax!)
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Okay, buckle up Buttercup, because this isn't your average itinerary. This is my staycation at Staycation Homestay 37 Kuching Riverine Resort, Kuching, Malaysia – and it's gonna be a glorious, chaotic, beautiful mess documented for posterity (or at least, for me to giggle at later).
Day 1: Arrival & Initial Confusion (and a LOT of air conditioning)
- 1:00 PM: Arrive. Okay, "arrive" is a strong word. More like, "stumble out of a Grab, blinking like a mole after a long nap." Kuching is HOT. Like, melt-your-face-off hot. Thank GOD for Airbnb’s air conditioning. My initial impression of the homestay? Clean, spacious, thank god for air conditioning. The check-in process? Smooth, but I swore I caught the host eyeing my luggage, as if judging the sheer volume of books I'd brought. Don't judge me, I'm on vacation!
- 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Unpacking… or, you know, "unpacking." More like, flinging my suitcase open and letting the contents explode like a confetti cannon. Finding a usable outlet for my phone charger felt like a Herculean task. Found the wifi password scrawled on a sticky note stuck to the fridge. Sweet victory.
- 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: The Pool. The Glorious Pool. A shimmering oasis in the concrete jungle. Jumped in, and immediately regretted wearing a white swimsuit. (Note to self: read the weather before packing). Swam laps. Felt like a queen. Briefly contemplated becoming a mermaid.
- 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Attempting to read by the pool. Failed. Too many mosquitos. Also: my brain is fried from the heat. Managed to read, perhaps, three sentences. Sigh. Went back to my AC room.
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: The Kuching Flood?. Suddenly there's a downpour. Raining, crazy raining. Luckily I'm still in the air-conditioned room. Watched the rain outside and felt very cozy.
Day 2: Culture, Food, and the Great Coffee Quest
- 8:00 AM: Woke up to the sound of birds! Ate breakfast. I packed some instant noodles, and that was a mistake.
- 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Exploring Kuching!! Decided to be a responsible tourist. Went to the Sarawak Museum… and promptly got lost inside for an hour, unable to find the exhibit I actually wanted to see. (Okay, maybe I’m not actually a responsible tourist). Saw some awesome exhibits on Borneo’s headhunting past and, you know, the usual taxidermied birds. Not my cup of tea. Wandered the waterfront afterwards. Found this quirky little shop selling Sarawakian handicrafts. I actually bought something! A tiny, painted cat statue… it’s really cute.
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch Time! I ventured out and found a local food stall. Tried the Sarawak Laksa. The real Sarawak Laksa. Oh. My. God. Spicy, creamy, flavorful… I practically inhaled it. Ate it in the heat, because, well, I was too hungry to go back.
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: The Great Coffee Quest Begins. I have a problem. Actually, not a problem, a passion: coffee. I needed coffee, NOW. After some frantic Googling, I found a supposedly "amazing" coffee shop. Got there, ordered a latte… and it was lukewarm. Seriously? Lukewarm! I think the barista was having an off day. Or maybe I just picked the wrong coffee shop.
- 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Rest and Relaxation. Back to the homestay; finally managed to finish a chapter on my book.
- 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Walked around the homestay vicinity.
Day 3: The Melaka-Style Food Adventure! (That's Not in Melaka)
- 9:00 AM: Decided to try and make a Melaka-style breakfast! I found the recipe online.
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Attempted to navigate the kitchen and ended up with a dish somewhere in between edible and a complete disaster. I gave my effort a solid "C-".
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Rest.
- 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Watched TV.
- 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Packed up my luggage.
Day 4: Departure
- 9:00 AM: Final breakfast at the homestay.
- 10:00 AM: Said goodbye to the homestay
- 11:00 AM: Arrived at the airport and waited for my flight, already anticipating my return to Kuching.
Final Thoughts:
This staycation at Staycation Homestay 37 Kuching Riverine Resort? A win. Messy, hot, and sometimes hilariously imperfect, but a win. Would I recommend it? Absolutely. Just bring more coffee, a mosquito net, and maybe some good luck. And learn to speak a bit of Malay. It'll help. Trust me.
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So, like, what *is* this whole FAQ thing anyway? Is it...important?
Ugh, the eternal question! Well, think of a FAQ as the digital equivalent of that friend who *always* knows where the good pizza is. It's basically a collection of questions people actually ask (and honestly, *who* actually reads anything anymore, right?), plus the answers. Except, instead of crusty cheese and pepperoni (tempting thought!), it's about… well, whatever topic we're yakking about at the moment. Is it *important*? Probably not in the grand scheme of things. But hey, at least someone might get a giggle (or maybe a good eye roll) out of it, and avoid the existential dread of not knowing something. And that, my friends, is a win in my book.
Okay, you've convinced me. But... what is *this* FAQ about *specifically*? Like, are we talking about rocket science? Because I'm, like, totally lost in that field.
Bless your soul. No rocket science involved! (Thank God, honestly – the pressure!) This FAQ, my dear friend, is about... life. Just kidding. Maybe? Well, it’s generally about the topic that's currently occupying my brainspace, or something I've pretended to care about for a while. You'll have to keep reading to see... It probably involves a mix of things I'm passionate about, things I'm mildly obsessed with, and things I *think* I should know more about. Think of it as a mental potluck, and you’re invited. Just be warned: the dessert table may be a little wonky.
Do you actually know what you're talking about? Honestly. Because you sound like you're making it up as you go along.
*Long, dramatic sigh.* You know, that's a fair question. And the honest answer? Probably not. I'm mostly winging it. I'm the kind of person who Googles the meaning of "ontology" while simultaneously trying to remember where I left my car keys. So, yeah, I'm basing this on my experience, my vague memories of things I’ve read, and a healthy dose of pure, unfiltered opinion. Consider me the enthusiastic but slightly clueless guide on this adventure. Basically, I’m a professional amateur. But hey, at least I'm honest about it, right? (Or is that what *they* all say?)
Are you going to bombard me with technical jargon? Because, seriously, I get hives just thinking about it.
Nope. Not my jam. I'm allergic to jargon. I mean, I *understand* the need for it, I guess, in certain circles. But... let's be real. Does anyone *really* know what "synergistic paradigm shifts" *actually* mean? I'm aiming for something closer to "talking to a friend over a slightly too-strong cup of coffee." We’ll keep it real, keep it (relatively) simple, and try to avoid inducing spontaneous nosebleeds. If a technical term *does* slip out, I promise to explain it like you’re five. Maybe. (Don't hold me to that.)
So, what if I disagree with something you say? Can I, like, argue with you?
Please. *Please* argue with me! That's how we learn and grow (and maybe make me question my entire existence, which is always fun!). Consider this a suggestion to add to my point of view. If you have solid points, well-reasoned arguments, or even just a burning desire to yell into the void, go for it. Just, you know, try to keep it civil. We can have a mature, intelligent debate, where we learn about each other. Or… we can descend into a mud-slinging match of witty insults. Either way, I'm game (mostly). So, bring it on! I thrive on conflict. And cake. But mostly conflict.
What if I have *more* questions? Like, questions you haven't even *thought* of?
That would be *amazing*! I love new questions. They force me to think, they challenge me, and they give me more excuses to procrastinate on other things. So, ask away! Send me your queries, your ponderings, your existential crises – I'll do my best to answer them. Or, at the very least, I'll give you a completely unhelpful, semi-coherent ramblings in reply. Either way, it’s a win-win!
Why are FAQs useful or enjoyable anyway? Seems like work.
Ugh, are they? Maybe not. But look: FAQs can actually be a lifesaver, especially if you're a total newbie. Consider a time that I had to set up a really fancy new coffeemaker. Remember the kind I saw online? Everything looked simple until I opened the box and wanted to throw the whole thing through the window! Reading the FAQs helped me not do that. So, that's one use. I can also tell you that sometimes FAQs are like a glimpse of the brain-dump from people who care a *lot* about something. That can be interesting. I can also tell you, sometimes it's a rabbit hole of obsessive detail. It's the perfect place to get lost, but a few useful tips, if you sift through the fluff.
Can you give me an example of a time your opinion totally changed?
Oh man... Okay, here's a good one. I was *convinced* that I didn't like pineapple on pizza. Like, absolutely *adamant*. A culinary crime, a violation of all things good and right. I'd seen the memes, I'd heard the arguments, I was *firmly* on the anti-pineapple team. Then, one fateful night, fueled by a terrible hangover and a desperate craving for something, *anything*, I ended up ordering a pizza that, against my better judgement, *had* pineapple on it. It was either that or a sad, lukewarm bag of chips from the gas station. The first bite? Pure, unadulterated *shock*. It was...delicious. The sweetness of the pineapple cut through the richness of the cheese and the saltiness of the ham! It was a symphony of textures and flavors! I was a convert! I now proudly declare that pineapple on pizza is not only acceptable but is actually *good*. It's been a long and winding journey to get to this opinion, and I still don'Ocean View Inn
