Grand Riverview Hotel - Kota Bharu

4-star riverside hotel in Kota Bharu with the largest ballroom and Halal Dim Sum

Rooms & Amenities

Grand Riverview Hotel offers 299 air-conditioned rooms with city views and private bathrooms equipped with premium amenities including rainfall showerheads. Each room includes a TV with cable channels, a master switch for lighting and air conditioning control, and round-the-clock in-room dining. Select rooms on higher floors provide scenic views of the Kelantan River, with some guests noting the sunset vista as a highlight.

Dining Options

The hotel houses three on-site restaurants: D'Brasserie serving Western and local specialties, Chao Yuan Restaurant offering Chinese dishes from Szechuan and Canton provinces with Halal Dim Sum available, and The View bar/lounge for cocktails. Guest reviews frequently praise the breakfast spread, which includes local favorites such as Nasi Kerabu, laksam, and teh tarik. Chao Yuan's Tom Yum has been specifically noted by guests as among the best they have ever tasted.

Business & Events

Grand Riverview boasts the largest ballroom in Kota Bharu, making it a primary destination for conventions, weddings, and corporate events. The hotel provides a business centre with fax/photocopying services, meeting/banquet facilities, and complimentary parking for all guests. Event planners benefit from dedicated concierge support and 24-hour front desk assistance.

Location & Surroundings

Set along the Kelantan River, the hotel is a 5-minute walk (1600 ft) from Kampung Kraftangan (Handicraft Village and Craft Museum) and 2600 ft from Kelantan Golf & Country Club. The riverside promenade offers morning walk and jogging paths, while Tambatan Diraja is located at the end of the waterfront. Guests can easily reach local night food stalls and floating restaurants within a 5-minute walk from Hotel Grand Riverview Kelantan.

Wellness & Recreation

An outdoor swimming pool with a view of the river is available year-round, complete with sun loungers, beach chairs, sun umbrellas, and pool/beach towels. The fitness centre is equipped with multiple machines and free weights, though some guests note the gym area could benefit from better ventilation. Accessible features include raised toilets, grab rails, and wheelchair-accessible facilities throughout the property.

• Location: Overlooking Kelantan River, 1600 ft from Kampung Kraftangan
• Rooms: 299 air-conditioned rooms with river views
• Dining: Three restaurants including Chao Yuan with Halal Dim Sum
• Business: Largest ballroom in Kota Bharu for events
• Wellness: Outdoor pool with river views and fitness centre
• Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible facilities with grab rails and raised toilets