Hotels and office buildings of central Bandar Seri Begawan seen across the river

Where to Stay in Bandar Seri Begawan

A small city with a short list of hotels — which makes choosing the right area the main decision.

Bandar Seri Begawan has only a few dozen hotels, and with public transport so limited, where you stay decides how you spend your time. Pick the area first.

The city centre lets you walk to the Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, the waterfront and the water taxis, but it is very quiet at night. Gadong is where locals shop and eat, with the night market on the doorstep. Jerudong and the coast mean resort life at the Empire or a simple base near the beaches and the Labuan ferry. And Berakas is for early flights.

Rates below are Trip.com’s indicative starting prices per night in US dollars and change with dates and demand — every card links out for live availability. Star ratings, guest scores and review counts are Trip.com’s own.

Where to stay

City centre & around

The best base for a short stay without a car: the mosque, the waterfront, Kampong Ayer and the museums are on foot, and Dart cars are easy to find.

Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam

★★★★★

8.9 240 reviews

The capital’s best-known international hotel, on the edge of the city centre about ten minutes’ walk from the Royal Regalia Museum, with an outdoor pool and a gym.

Walkable to the city centre
Outdoor pool and gym
Five-star service

from US$113 / night See rates & availability

The Brunei Hotel

★★★

9.1 51 reviews

A smart, modern boutique hotel in the very middle of town, a few minutes on foot from the waterfront, the water-taxi jetties and the Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque. One of the best guest scores in the city.

Steps from the waterfront
Excellent guest scores
Best location for walking

from US$85 / night See rates & availability

Badi’ah Hotel

★★★★

8.5 834 reviews

A long-established mid-range hotel just north of the centre, popular for its pool, generous rooms and low rates. By far the most-reviewed Brunei hotel on Trip.com.

Outdoor pool
Very good value
Hundreds of guest reviews

from US$35 / night See rates & availability

The Capital Residence Suites

★★★

8.4 302 reviews

Simple, spacious suites near the Royal Regalia Museum and the Radisson, liked for helpful staff and a shuttle service. A sound budget-to-mid-range base.

Large rooms
Near the museums
Budget-friendly

from US$44 / night See rates & availability

Jubilee Hotel

★★

8.2 200 reviews

An older, no-frills hotel in the Kianggeh area with some of the lowest prices for a private room within walking distance of the centre.

Low rates
Walk to Tamu Kianggeh
Simple private rooms

from US$27 / night See rates & availability

Co.Living Hostel Bandar

★★

6.9 35 reviews

A hostel in the city centre with dorm beds and basic private rooms — the cheapest way to sleep close to the waterfront. Guest scores are modest, so read recent reviews.

Dorm beds
Central location
Lowest prices

from US$20 / night See rates & availability

Higher Hotel

★★★

8.6 293 reviews

A newer budget hotel a short ride north-west of the centre, with clean, compact rooms and consistently good reviews for the price. Plan on using Dart to get around.

Very low rates
Modern rooms
Strong guest scores

from US$21 / night See rates & availability

Abdul Razak Hotel Apartments

★★

8.2 41 reviews

Apartment-style accommodation on Jalan Laksamana Abdul Razak, just west of the centre, useful for families and longer stays who want more space.

Apartment-style rooms
Good for families
Free parking

from US$43 / night See rates & availability

Gadong

The commercial heart of the capital, about ten minutes’ drive from the centre: The Mall, the night market, the widest choice of restaurants and the Jame’ Asr mosque close by.

The Rizqun International Hotel

★★★★★

9.2 55 reviews

Gadong’s grand five-star, joined to The Mall, Brunei’s main shopping centre, and a short walk from the night market. Large rooms, a pool and high guest scores.

Connected to The Mall
Walk to the night market
Pool and large rooms

from US$114 / night See rates & availability

The Centrepoint Hotel

★★★★

8.6 181 reviews

A solid four-star in the middle of Gadong’s shops and restaurants, opposite The Mall. Good value if you want food and shopping on the doorstep.

Heart of Gadong
Outdoor pool
Mid-range rates

from US$59 / night See rates & availability

Jerudong, Muara & the coast

Brunei’s one true resort, plus quieter options near the beaches. Lovely for a slower stay; you will need Dart or a rental car to reach the city sights.

The Empire Brunei

★★★★★

9.2 222 reviews

Brunei’s showpiece resort on the South China Sea at Jerudong: a soaring marble-and-gold atrium, lagoon pools, a private beach, a golf course and its own cinema. A destination in itself, about 20 minutes’ drive from the city.

Beachfront resort
Lagoon pools and golf
Top guest scores

from US$241 / night See rates & availability

Parkview Hotel

★★★★

8.7 47 reviews

A comfortable four-star in Jerudong, close to Jerudong Park, at a fraction of the resort’s price.

Near Jerudong Park
Outdoor pool
Good value

from US$38 / night See rates & availability

StarLodge

★★★★

8.3 80 reviews

A relaxed mid-range hotel in Jerudong with a pool and spacious rooms, convenient if you have a rental car.

Swimming pool
Spacious rooms
Free parking

from US$36 / night See rates & availability

Poni Homestay

★★★

8.6 99 reviews

A friendly, well-reviewed homestay near Serasa and Muara, handy for the Labuan ferry terminal and the beaches at the north-eastern tip of the country.

Near the Serasa ferry terminal
Close to Muara’s beaches
Low rates

from US$28 / night See rates & availability

Berakas & near the airport

A few minutes from the terminal and close to government offices — practical for late arrivals, early departures and business trips.

Mulia Hotel

★★★★

7.9 25 reviews

A business-style four-star in the Berakas area, a short drive from Brunei International Airport and the government offices.

Short drive to the airport
Pool
Business facilities

from US$69 / night See rates & availability

Times Hotel Brunei

★★★

7.9 107 reviews

A straightforward three-star inside the Times Square shopping complex, only a few minutes from the terminal — practical before an early flight.

Minutes from the airport
In a shopping mall
Restaurants on site

from US$49 / night See rates & availability

See all Bandar Seri Begawan hotels on Trip.com

Which area is right for you?

Base	Good for	Less good for	From
City centre	First visits, walking to the sights, water taxis, short stays	Evening dining choice; nightlife of any kind	US$20
Gadong	Night market, shopping, restaurants, families	Walking to the waterfront	US$59
Jerudong & coast	Resort stays, beach, golf, Labuan ferry	Travellers without a car; quick city visits	US$28
Berakas (airport)	Early flights, late arrivals, business	Atmosphere; sightseeing on foot	US$49

How to choose

First visit, one or two nights? The city centre, within walking distance of the waterfront.
Here to eat and shop? Gadong, beside The Mall and the night market.
Want a holiday within the holiday? The Empire at Jerudong — add a night or two at the end of the trip.
With children? A hotel with a pool in Gadong or the centre, or the Empire’s lagoon pools.
Catching the Labuan ferry or an early flight? Sleep near Serasa or in Berakas.

Booking tips

Ask whether your hotel runs a shuttle to the centre or the airport — several do, and it saves on rides.
Hotels fill up, and prices rise, around Hari Raya, the Sultan’s birthday in July and major state events.
No hotel in Brunei serves alcohol. Minibars are soft drinks only.
During Ramadan, hotel restaurants are the easiest place for visitors to eat during the day.
For Ulu Temburong, consider one night at a lodge in Temburong rather than a long day trip.

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Good to know

Where to stay: FAQs

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Bandar Seri Begawan?

For most visitors, the city centre: you can walk to the main mosque, the waterfront and the museums. Choose Gadong if evenings and food matter more to you than walking to the sights.

Is The Empire Brunei worth it?

If you want a beach resort, yes — it is by far the most impressive hotel in the country. It is 20 minutes from the city, so it suits a relaxed stay better than a packed sightseeing schedule.

How much do hotels cost in Brunei?

Hostel beds and simple rooms start from around US$20–30, good mid-range hotels from about US$40–90, and the five-star hotels from roughly US$110 to US$250 a night depending on dates.

Do hotels in Brunei serve alcohol?

No. Alcohol is not sold anywhere in Brunei, including hotels.

Should I stay near the airport?

Only for a very early flight or a late arrival. The airport is just 15–20 minutes from the centre, so most travellers are better off in town.