Centrally located, the regal Merdeka Palace Hotel & Suites gives guests privileged across to some of Kuching city's historical jewels including the Sarawak Museum and also one of Kuching's landmarks – Padang Merdeka. Nearby are Textile Museum, Chinese History Museum and Islamic Museum. The Hotel is just 5 minutes walk to the newly-build shopping mall – Plaza Merdeka and 10 minutes walk to the Main Bazaar – famed for its souvenir shops and the city centre along with other attractions. Merdeka Palace Hotel & Suites features 213 rooms inclusive of apartment suites. The Hotel offers comprehensive facilities include access to Wi-Fi, health centre, gym, swimming pool and sauna. The Hotel has four international-standard food and beverage outlets:- Ristorante Beccari – the award-winning Italian restaurant; Aurora Court coffee house;  La Habana Cigar Divan; and its café bistro, Seattle Coffee & Tea.