Brunei Hotels
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Staying in Brunei
Accommodation in Brunei was until recently famously expensive, with most hotels in Brunei falling in the middle to higher price range. But some reasonably cheap guesthouses can now be found here and there.
Top Range
- Empire Hotel and Country Club. Built at a cost of US$800 million, this hotel is a monument to the extravagance of the Sultan’s brother Prince Jefri. Well worth a visit, even if you cannot afford to stay there. Rooms from US$150.
- Traders Inn Blk. d, lot 11620, Jalan Gadong. Coffee Lounge offers various Asian and western cuisine as well as coffee and treats. Free Wi-Fi is available in every room. Make sure to book at appointment at the Foot Reflexology Center after a long day of sightseeing.
- Sheraton Utama Brunei Darussalam, Jalan Tasek Bandar Seri Begawan BS8211 Brunei, ☎ (673) 2244272 (fax: (673) 2221579),. checkin: 3 PM; checkout: 12 noon. Walking distance to several tourist attractions in the city Rates start at $162.
- Grand City Hotel, Tel: 2452188. A useful hotel near the airport. Will arrange transport even for a short rest of a few hours.
Budget
- Pusat Belia (on Jalan Sungai Kianggeh) is Brunei’s only youth hostel, designed more for school groups than for backpackers. Dorm beds are B$10/night, making it the cheapest sleep in town. There’s also a swimming pool. Male and female sleeping quarters are separated, so this can be an inconvenience for couples. The location, however, is quite convenient as it is close to downtown BSB. It is best to arrange a bed in advance. Tel: 222-2900; 876-5515.
- APEK Utama Hotel is another budget option at B30/night. On the Kota Batu road towards the Brunei Museum. Cosy and a great deal. The only disadvantage is that it’s 2km from downtown BSB, but Bus 39 or water taxis can solve this problem. Tel: 222-0808.
- LeGallery Hotel at Seri – B48/night the hotel looks great!
- KH Soon Resthouse, 140 Jalan Pemancha (near bus station), tel. 222-2052. Its major advantage is its excellent location, right downtown near the bus terminal, with an ATM on the corner and an Internet cafe in the adjacent alley. The staff are friendly and helpful, though the rooms are somewhat Spartan. An air-conditioned double room with attached bathroom is B$39/night; other options are available for less. 24 hour reception and good security.