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Hilton Batang Ai Longhouse Resort on a Lake Once we got to the dock of the Hilton Batang Ai Longhouse Resort, I couldn't wait to explore this unique award-winning establishment. It’s unlike any hotel that I or anyone, as a matter of fact, has stayed before as it is built in the style of a traditional Borneo longhouse amidst pristine rainforest. Being soaked in sweat, I wanted to refresh first, though the journey to my room from the jetty seemed to take forever. Besides climbing about 170 steps to reach the reception hall, I had to pass by a few blocks of longhouse. After all, it isn’t called a longhouse for nothing. With altogether 11 longhouse blocks, I was really glad that my room wasn’t in the last block. I believed most people would want to have a room in the block nearest to the reception hall to avoid the long walk back to their room, particularly at night. Besides, it is like the heart of the resort where most facilities are located there including the Nanga Mepi restaurant and Wong Irup bar/lounge, souvenir shop, karaoke room, as well as the swimming pool. Nestled on a 20-hectare shore of Batang Ai Lake in the district of Lubok Antu, the 3-star Hilton Batang Ai Longhouse Resort is 275km from Kuching city. It takes about three to four hours by car, passing through small towns like Serian and Lachau. The Hilton Batang Ai Longhouse Resort is only accessible through the reservoir from a jetty built next to the Batang Ai Hydroelectric Dam. It is merely a 20-minute trip to reach the resort. Guests have a choice of staying in a native Borneo timber room or step up to a two-storey suite for more space and comfort. The resort also offers a host of activities such as guided walks to enjoy the sunrise across the lake, traditional blow-pipe hunting demonstrations by local tribes and fishing excursions on the lake or upriver. The range of walking trails that surround the resort itself also offer a rainforest experience at your doorstep. It is no doubt that residents in the surrounding area of the Hilton Longhouse Resort have greatly benefited from the economic spin-offs brought about by the hospitality industry. By bringing foreign tourists to the Iban longhouses and the Batang Ai National Park, the resort has also played a part in promoting culture, nature and adventure. Visitors to the resort normally purchase packaged tours which includes accommodation, transfer and excursions, since it is the only resort there. In brief, it is like a more luxurious version of the traditional Iban longhouse. Stay in a traditional Longhouse-style Room with garden views or indulge in a luxurious two-level Suite for more space and comfort. Take a dip in the idyllic swimming pool, enjoy a game of tennis or explore the jungle canopy with an organized tour. (Tourism Malaysia)   "Fired Travel Agent Reveals How To Get Dirt Cheap Airfare Tickets!" The secrets exposed here will exceed your wildest of expectations. Manipulate airline companies' ticket pricing computer systems to give you $1,000's of discounts on your ticket. Earn free vouchers for airfare tickets just from making a phone call and without ever even flying at all! The KEY to traveling for cheap, and how to use this knowledge to get the biggest bargains!My Airfare Secrets »
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