PICTURE AIRPORT BINTULU

Airport Bintulu

History of Bintulu airport began in early 1937 when the British colony built an airfield situated between a river at one end and the sea coast at the other end.

Bintulu old airport was open for operation on 1 September 1955, with a grass-surface runway catering for de Havilland DH.89 Dragon Rapide andScottish Aviation Twin Pioneer aircraft operated by Borneo Airways.

In 1963, bigger types of aircraft such as DC-3 services were introduced. In 1966, the runway was resurfaced with bitumen and the terminal building was also extended to cater for increasing number of passenger.

On 1 July 1968, Malaysia-Singapore Airlines introduced scheduled Fokker 27 services into Bintulu. The terminal building and the parking apron was extended in 1981 to accommodate Fokker 50 aircraft.

In September 2005, first low-cost airline in Malaysia, AirAsia started operating in Bintulu airport. FlyAsianXpress (FAX), subsidiary company forAirAsia has taken over major domestic routes linking Bintulu, started its operation on 1 August 2006, until 30 September 2007. On 1 October 2007,Malaysia Airlines subsidiary, MASwings took over the link connecting Bintulu.

Hotel at Bintulu

Hotel in Bintulu

The Hoover Hotel

92, Jalan Keppel, Bintulu City Center, Bintulu, Malaysia 97007

Designed for both business and leisure travel, The Hoover Hotel is ideally situated in Bintulu City Center; one of the city’s most popular locales. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. A well-kempt environment and its proximity to Tua Pek Kong Temple give to this hotel a special charm.

Take advantage of a wealth of unrivaled services and amenities at this Bintulu hotel. For the comfort and convenience of guests, the hotel offers elevator, safety deposit boxes, laundry service/dry cleaning, Wi-Fi in public areas.

Guests can choose from 44 rooms, all of which exude an atmosphere of total peace and harmony. Besides, the hotel’s host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. When you are looking for comfortable and convenient accommodations in Bintulu, make The Hoover Hotel your home away from home.

Grand Faber Inn

112, Jalan Abang Galau, Bintulu City Center, Bintulu, Malaysia 97000

Well-positioned in Bintulu City Center, Grand Faber Inn is the ideal point of departure for your excursions in Bintulu. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. Visitors to the hotel can take pleasure in touring the city’s top attractions: Tua Pek Kong Temple.

At Grand Faber Inn, every effort is made to make guests feel comfortable. To do so, the hotel provides the best in services and amenities. To name a few of the hotel’s facilities, there are family room, laundry service/dry cleaning, shops, Wi-Fi in public areas.

Experience high quality room facilities, including air conditioning, television, coffee/tea maker, shower, inhouse movies, to help you recharge after a long day. Besides, the hotel’s host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Whatever your reason for visiting Bintulu, the Grand Faber Inn is the perfect venue for an exhilarating and exciting break away. 

Riverfront Inn

256, Taman Sri Dagang, Bintulu City Center, Bintulu, Malaysia 97000

Designed for both business and leisure travel, Riverfront Inn is ideally situated in Bintulu City Center; one of the city’s most popular locales. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city’s must-see destinations.

At Riverfront Inn, the excellent service and superior facilities make for an unforgettable stay. This hotel offers numerous on-site facilities to satisfy even the most discerning guest.

The hotel features 30 beautifully appointed guest rooms, each including television, ironing facilities, internet access – wireless, shower, in room safe. Besides, the hotel’s host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. With an ideal location and facilities to match, Riverfront Inn hits the spot in many ways. 

900 Boutique Hotel

Lot 900, Sublot 96, Fortune Park, Jalan Tanjung Batu, Bintulu City Center, Bintulu, Malaysia 97000

Conveniently located in Bintulu, 900 Boutique Hotel is a great base from which to explore this vibrant city. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. Visitors to the hotel can take pleasure in touring the city’s top attractions: Tua Pek Kong Temple.

At 900 Boutique Hotel, the excellent service and superior facilities make for an unforgettable stay. Top features of the hotel include coffee shop, Wi-Fi in public areas, restaurant, room service, car park.

The hotel features 21 beautifully appointed guest rooms, each including complimentary bottled water, shower, refrigerator, internet access – wireless, satellite/cable TV. Besides, the hotel’s host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. 900 Boutique Hotel is your one-stop destination for quality hotel accommodations in Bintulu.

Wasan Inn

P.O. Box 209. Lot 2657, Wisma Perniagaan dan Perindustrial Cina, Bintulu City Center, Bintulu, Malaysia 97007

Conveniently located in Bintulu, Wasan Inn is a great base from which to explore this vibrant city. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. A haven of rest and relaxation, the hotel will offer total renewal just steps away from the city’s numerous attractions such as Tua Pek Kong Temple.

Take advantage of a wealth of unrivaled services and amenities at this Bintulu hotel. To name a few of the hotel’s facilities, there are car park, Wi-Fi in public areas, smoking area, family room.

The ambiance of Wasan Inn is reflected in every guestroom. seating area, non smoking rooms, desk, shower, television are just some of the facilities at your disposal. Besides, the hotel’s host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Whatever your purpose of visit, Wasan Inn is an excellent choice for your stay in Bintulu.

Reggae Inn

Lot 386, S/L 4042, ParkCity Commerce Square, phase 5 Jalan Tun Ahmad Zaidi, Bintulu City Center, Bintulu, Malaysia 97000

Designed for both business and leisure travel, Reggae Inn is ideally situated in Bintulu City Center; one of the city’s most popular locales. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. Also within easy reach are Tua Pek Kong Temple.

At Reggae Inn, every effort is made to make guests feel comfortable. To do so, the hotel provides the best in services and amenities. To name a few of the hotel’s facilities, there are restaurant, Wi-Fi in public areas, laundry service/dry cleaning, car park, room service.

Reggae Inn is home to 26 bedrooms, all tastefully furnished to provide comforts such as ironing facilities, desk, DVD/CD player, internet access – wireless (complimentary), shower. Besides, the hotel’s host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. Enjoy unparalleled services and a truly prestigious address at the Reggae Inn.

About Bintulu

Bintulu is a coastal town, and the capital of Bintulu District (7,220.4 square kilometres) in the Bintulu Division of Sarawak, Malaysia. It is about 650 kilometres from Kuching and about 215 kilometres from either Sibu or Miri.

Some remnants of natural rainforest still exist near Bintulu despite the impact of the booming logging industry and the gradual encroachment of plantations, principally of oil palm and pulpwood, the latter mainly comprising various species of acacia and eucalyptus.

Bintulu is a major industrial centre. Its port area to the east of the main town hosts the Petronas Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) Complex, currently the world’s largest liquefied natural gas production facility on a single site, with an annual production of 23 million tonnes.

The town is geographically situated half way between Kuching and Kota Kinabalu. Bintulu is a central gateway to tourist spots like Bakun Resort, Niah Caves , Mulu National Park, Loagan Bunut National Park, Lambir National Park, Sibuti Wildlife Sanctuary, Rejang Pelagus, Belaga and the Bario Highlands.

An Iban longhouse near Setiam, Kuala Tatau-Bintulu roadBintulu is accessible by air and road. The completion of the Pan-Borneo Highway has connected Bintulu by road to other major towns in Sarawak. Bintulu Airport is located 5.5 km south west of the town and is equipped to handle aircraft up to the size of a Boeing 737.

Bintulu As a booming industrial town, Bintulu has been undergone rapid transformations lately. The economic growth of Bintulu is reflected by the sprawling construction area and the openings of several international fast food chains in the town area. New houses are currently constructed in the suburban areas to cushion the increasing population of the town. The rapid growth of the town’s population, coupled with the increasing affluence of its people has catapulted the recent retail boom that the town is witnessing. New mall and supermarkets are the testaments of this.

However, the rapid urbanisation that Bintulu is facing has also led to the growth of the squatter’s settlements and slums that surround the town’s industrial area. The most notable is the slum area around the Sungai Plan area. The squatters’ settlements are generally inhabited by the migrant workers who came from either the rural areas or the neighbouring countries (notably Indonesia). However, the local authority has made significant efforts in tackling this problem by building units of low-cost homes, the most notable being the RPR Kidurong low-cost housing development.

The role of the primary sector to the economy of Bintulu has greatly diminished and has been replaced by the secondary and tertiary sector. Bintulu is also equipped with several hotels that are able to cater to the needs of the town’s burgeoning business communities. Furthermore, a more robust growth is anticipated in the future due to the Bintulu’s position as the main urban focus for the ambitious multi-billion dollar Sarawak Corridor of Renewable Energy (SCORE).

Bintulu

Location

Bintulu is located in Sarawak, in East Malaysia. It is approximately 205km away from Miri, about 215km away fromSibu and it is quite far from Kuching, the capital of Sarawak, which situated approximately 624km away. It is geographically located halfway between Kuching and Kota Kinabalu.

Overview

Bintulu is the best place to chill out and relax when you stepped foot in Sarawak. It is a major industrial centre and will soon, turn into a capital of energy - intensive industries in Malaysia. There are quite a number of hotspots that are very popular among tourists in every corner of the world. These places are inclusive of Similajau National Park, Sarawak Agricultural Park, Temasya Beach just to name a few.

Similajau National Park possesses one of the most beautiful beaches in Malaysia. There, you can stroll along the golden sand while enjoying the cool breeze from the sea. It is definitely the best place that acts as a getaway from the concrete jungle and hustle lifestyle. Apart from the amazing stretch of beach, there are interesting species of flora and fauna that are to be seen around in the park. Many activities can be done there including jungle trekking, bird watching snorkeling and more. The Sarawak Agricultural Park or Taman Pertanian Sarawak possesses about 20 types of wild plants, along with orchids and fruits. There is a hanging pedestrian bridge in the park itself and of course, more exciting activities are available such as horse riding, fishing and etc. Apart from the natural side of Bintulu, there are various shopping places in Bintulu including supermarkets, shopping malls and markets. Besides shopping clothes and products around, one has to taste the food in Bintulu. Having a dish or two of Sarawakian dishes is the least you have to do.

Spending only a day to explore Bintulu is not enough as it has so much to offer. Thus, planning a stay for a night or two would be a better decision. Accommodation in Bintulu is easy as there are many hotels and hostels available around. Camping site are mostly available too, for those who embark the journey into the national parks.

Special places at Bintulu

Carnival beach of Tanjung Batu

 

Carnival Tanjung Batu beach is located about 5 KM from Bintulu Town navel. The beach is the focal locals especially on weekends and public holidays. Facilities include a children's playground, rest huts, toilets, dining and recreational areas and sports.

Beautiful scenery is the main attraction for visitors to the locals as well as tourists to spend time with family or friends. Carnival route along the Cape Coast Cape Coast Kidurong Kidurong to definitely give a satisfaction to visitors, especially at sunset.

Bintulu Promenade

 

Bintulu Promenade is a place of recreation for many people Bintulu and receives many visitors, especially in the evening every day. Waterfront is a magnet for interesting scenery along the River Kemena.

Most visitors spend time with family and friends for the purpose of sports, spend time together while enjoying the beautiful scenery and jogging.

Special events at Bintulu

BINTULU: ‘Temuai Sri Bujang’, owned by Abok Sekalai Foundation, was crowned the champion in the ‘perahu temuai’ Chief Minister’s Cup men’s 30 paddlers category in the second day of Bintulu Regatta 2012 at Kemena River yesterday.

While ‘Mayang Sari’, owned by Hadri Nahrawi, and another boat belonging to Abok Sekalai Foundation, ‘Nyitar Api’, came
in second and third respectively.

Assistant Minister of Tourism and Heritage Datuk Talib Zulpilip, on behalf of Chief Minister Pehin Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud, officiated at the
opening and prize giving ceremony.

A total 3,245 participants took part in 34 events, including a powerboat category.

Paddlers from as far as Belaga, Kapit, Bekenu, Limbang, Marudi, Sebauh and Tatau participated in the three-day event.

According to Bintulu Development Authority (BDA) deputy chairman Dato Sri Celestine Ujang Jilan, 150 safety and technical officials and 220 helpers were involved in the preparation to ensure the success of Bintulu Regatta 2012.

He said 15 government agencies were involved and 32 boats and vessels for logistic purposes were dispatched.

“There is also a positive response from the local traders with 250 lots set up to welcome visitors,” said Ujang at the opening ceremony.

Bintulu Regatta was last held in 2008, and he said this year’s regatta was timely with all the infrastructure in place like Bintulu Promenade.

“The Bintulu Promenade is uniquely built with the backdrop of Kemena River and South China Sea.

“We have a unique waterfront among all the towns in Malaysia, with river and sea frontages. One of its kinds ever built so we want to make full use of this promenade for activities,” he said.

He pointed out that the event had attracted outsiders to come and witness the excitement and beautiful scenery of Bintulu town.

This year’s regatta is one of the finest to held so far because of the 2.2km distance that must be covered by the competing paddlers whose skills, endurance and speed are well tested, he said.

Also present were Deputy Resident (Development) Sirai Daha and BDA general manager DatuMohidin Ishak .

Bintulu

Picture at bintulu

Special place eat at Bintulu

Peace Garden

Parkcity Commercial Centre

They serve best Halal Chinese food in town. You can choose from lemon chicken, Japanese tofu, stir fry Pak Choy or butter prawn! There are also not so expensive, but you can try them once a week with your family.

Be it budget or splurge, Bintulu is somehow a fine place for casual dining.

Chiems Restoran Nelayan

Jalan Kg. Baru

Visitors' favourites are Kangkung in Belacan Sauce, Fried Chicken, Ikan Sebelah Masak Kari and so on. You can also pick your own fish to be cooked.

Nasi Lemak Kidurong

They serve one of the best Nasi Lemak in Sarawak. Their nasi ayam also a local favourite and their nasi campur is one of the cheapest in town. Their delicious food made some people craving for it from upriver come here just to savour it. Imagine!

Refah Corner

Medan Jaya

You will surely love their roti canai and roti sardin. It's one of the best in town! The bread is crispy and thick, and the filling is also thick and tasty! Make you coming back for more!

Selera Utara

Parkcity Commercial Centre

Serving fine northern Malaysian cuisine. They also serve Nasi Bukhari, Nasi Beriani, Pasembur and some other famous Peninsular Malaysia cuisine. A bit expensive, but you can try them once in a while!

Restoran Sri Bayu

Parkcity Commercial Centre

They serve the crispiest roti canai and roti sardin in Bintulu. You might need to wait a little bit longer than usual, but it's worth the wait! The food are also cheap.

Restoran Marco Polo

Lebuhraya Abang Galau

If you fancy Western cuisine or very traditional book-only Chinese food, head on to Restoran Marco Polo. They serve very nice and tasty fried cod fish, beef steak and lamb chop. However, this place is normally for splurge dining.

Bao Bao Restoran at Medan Jaya, Bintulu

located opposite the Supersave Medan Jaya

This is a Chinese restaurant served variety of Chinese foods. The place you can enjoy "mee goreng kering" very delicious you can just go there and have a try.

Makan United (M.U. Cafe)

Lebuhraya Abang Galau

This small cafe has very nice surrounding of the busiest streets of Bintulu. They display soccer match every night and serve yummy satay. Recommended for middle budget. (Its no longer there, replaced by Ipoh Coffee Shop, no astro for live football - 7 Aug 2011)

Seribu Bintang Restaurant (RAMADHAN 2012 SPECIAL BUFFET)

Jalan Kg. Baru (end of Kpg Baru)

 

019-8853412, 019-8298790, 017-2783721

This is a place where you can savour variety of , Thai, Chinese, Malay, Indian and Indonesian cuisine under one roof. The local favourites here are Brocoli with Sea Asparagus, Sea Cucumber Soup, Stim or Deep Fried fish with various type of sauce (eg: Asam Nyonya, Cantonese Style, Thai Paste, etc),Tandoori, Nan, Nasi Bryani (Real Bryani style), Sizzling Food, Claypot, Kerabu, Umai (sarawak Local Food), Mussel, Ambal, Burung Puyuh and lots more. There are several 'pondok' for customer who want to sit on the floor. Restoran Seribu Bintang is the pioneer of the kind in Bintulu. Romantic music is play throughout the night.

Azah Pon Cafe

Medan Jaya

They serve the best Mee Jawa in town. Although, they are some of their regular visitors who can't forget the deliciousness of their Mee Jawa and Mee Jawa Special (with satay). 

Apple Restaurant

• Parkcity Commercial Centre

They serve variety of traditional yet delicious Chinese seafood. It is also a perfect place for family weekend dining. 

Ban Kee Cafe

• No. 100, Taman Sri Dagang
 
• 086-317228

This is a Chinese restaurant served variety of Chinese and Malay foods. Besides that, if you like seafood (i.e, crabs, prawns, clams, mussels, lobster) then you can just go there and have a try.

Famous Mama

They cooked the best Nasi Kandar and Nasi Beriani in Bintulu. However, during peak hours, the restaurant will be jammed with people from nearby mosque and suraus after their prayers. 

Abida Cafe

• Lebuhraya Abang Galau

The service is quick, and you will get your roti canai fresh and hot from their kitchen. A bit crowded at night, but don't be surprised with their hospitality and the price of their food. It's kinda cheap too!

Restoran Chic Wan

Parkcity Commercial Centre

This restaurant serves wide variety of delicious Chinese-Malay fusion food such as Curry Mee, Chicken Rice and Fried Mee.