If you have been to Miri recently in 2017 and 2018, you may have already been to Miri's latest lifestyle and entertainment place called Coco Cabana. And if you have not or plan to visit Miri soon, you should be reading this article.
Coco Cabana is a modern seaside area where there famous Miri Seahorse Lighthouse is located at Marina Bay.
Previously, this place was known as the Marina Bay Seafood Restaurant, but it was taken over by new management in early 2017.
Previously, this place was known as the Marina Bay Seafood Restaurant, but it was taken over by new management in early 2017.
Coco Cabana Miri
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| The main event building at Coco Cabana. (Photo - Coco Cabana FB) |
The multi-purpose seaside area of Coco Cabana offers many different kinds of experiences for visitors coming here. Usually, this place comes alive with attractions on the weekend.
Since its opening in 2017, Coco Cabana has been the main venue for many events. One of the well-known events in Miri is the Asia Food Festival and, of course, the Borneo Jazz Festival.
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| The open area around the Seahorse Lighthouse in Miri. (Photo - Coco Cabana FB) |
There is the Cabana Cafe for food and entertainment, which serves some authentic local Sarawakian food. There are also other choices for fast food and drinks.
A Sunset Bar serves drinks for those wanting to catch the beautiful Miri sunset. Choices include mocktails and alcoholic beverages.
There is also a small art gallery and museum for the public, open from 9.00 AM till 10.30 PM.
Art and Craft Market and Bazaar at Coco Cabana
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| One of the bazaars is being held inside the main event building here. (Photo - Coco Cabana FB) |
On weekends, you can find the Uptown Market taking place here regularly. This is one of the most successful events that bring in a lot of visitors to Coco Cabana.
A good balance of local and international food is sold, while many other vendors sell souvenirs and other items.
A good balance of local and international food is sold, while many other vendors sell souvenirs and other items.
The Miri Artisan Market is also a local craft and handmade bazaar that showcases some of Sarawak's handmade art and crafts in selected months.
This artisan market takes place inside the Coco Cabana main building in an indoor environment.
What else is there at Coco Cabana?
This artisan market takes place inside the Coco Cabana main building in an indoor environment.
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| A cultural performance is being held in the event building. (Photo - Coco Cabana FB) |
Apart from the cafe, sunset bar, events and weekend market, this place is well-known for sunset viewing.
Most locals come here in the evenings (Around 5.45 PM) to catch the beautiful Miri Sunset. It can be really impressive at times, depending on your luck.
Most locals come here in the evenings (Around 5.45 PM) to catch the beautiful Miri Sunset. It can be really impressive at times, depending on your luck.
On most weekends, there may be special events being held around here. It could be a bike week, a car show, or another exciting event.
Depending on the time you visit, it could be crowded or even quiet.
Borneo Jazz Festival at Coco Cabana
Depending on the time you visit, it could be crowded or even quiet.
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| 2018 Borneo Jazz poster |
The Borneo Jazz Festival has found a new home here at Coco Cabana since 2018 and is under a new organiser. The venue seems perfect for anyone who loves jazz and the seaside.
The event will be inside Coco Cabana's main event building, while the food and village mart will be in the outside area near the Seahorse Lighthouse.
For those planning to visit the jazz festival in May, please note that the venue is now at this new location, a fresh, unique experience. Unlike the previous venue, many other activities will coincide with Borneo Jazz.
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| The layout of Coco Cabana at Marina Bay in Miri (Photo - Coco Cabana FB) |
This new lifestyle and entertainment place is located in Marina Bay Miri, a short drive from Miri City Center. The location is towards the end of the Miri Marina, which is about 10 minutes drive from the city.
Nearby, there is the famous Parkcity Everly Hotel at Brighton Beach and the Miri Marriott Resort and Spa near Tanjung Lobang Beach. You need to drive there or take a private car service to get to these places.
How to go to Coco Cabana in Miri?
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| Directions to Coco Cabana in Miri |
To get here, you can either self-drive here, use a private car service like Grab or hail a taxi from the city area. It takes about 10 minutes to drive one way from the centre of Miri City.
For those adventurous travellers who prefer to walk, it will take about 45 minutes to walk from the centre of town.
The only road that leads you into Coco Cabana is Jalan Bandaraya when you turn off from Jalan Marina Utama.
Coco Cabana Miri Address and Information
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| Panoramic view of Coco Cabana. (Photo - Coco Cabana FB) |
Address: Lot 2260, Jalan Bandaraya, 98000 Miri, Sarawak
Hours: 7.00 AM to 11.00 PM
Website: http://cococabana.my/
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/cococabana.miri/
Conclusion
While you are visiting Miri, do not forget to see the many other things to do in Miri as there is plenty for everyone.
Miri Resort City is growing in terms of tourism and caters to all walks of life, providing a unique Sarawakian experience.
There are also several new tourism products here, and one of them is Container City Miri which opened in October 2017. This two-level lifestyle food haven offers some of the best local and international coffee and food culture.
With so many attractions and things to do in Miri, Coco Cabana at Marina Bay will also provide visitors with a unique experience.