Where to Stay?

THE EMPIRE HOTEL AND COUNTRY CLUB

The Empire Hotel and Country Club Brunei Bandar Seri Begawan is one of the most magnificent resorts in South East Asia; grand, spacious and very luxurious. A haven of regal opulence with 360 rooms plus 63 suites and palatial villas set in a 180 hectare estate, alongside a Jack Nicklaus-designed championship golf course with views over the South China Sea. The Empire Hotel and Country Club Brunei Bandar Seri Begawan is also a member of The Leading Hotels of the World that is globally recognized for luxury.

THE RIZQUN INTERNATIONAL HOTEL

Rizqun is Brunei's newest luxury standard hotel developed especially for business travellers and tourists who prefer quality accommodation, service and business facility support. Rizqun is part of the Gadong Mall complex - with direct access to multiple levels of specialty shops, movie theatres, supermarket, fitness centre and lots more - in the Gadong/Centrepoint shopping area.

LR ASMA HOTEL

Asma Hotel is a relatively new addition to Brunei's growing range of hotels. With its grand entrance and public areas, it stands an impressive 7-storeys tall on Jalan Jerudong. Twenty minutes drive from the International Airport and central Bandar Seri Begawan Asma Hotel is adjacent to the Jerudong Park complex of Playground, Polo Club, Royal Brunei Golf and Country Club, and Trijaya Jerudong Equestrian Park. These attractions form the basis of Brunei's Royal Experience tours, rides and dining. Asma Hotel is an ideal base for making the most of Jerudong Park.

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

SULTAN OMAR ALI SAIFUDDIEN MOSQUE

The Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque. One of Brunei landmark. Located at the heart of Bandar Seri Begawan. Built and completed in1958. Was built by the 28th sultan of Brunei, Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien.

KAMPONG AYER( WATER VILLAGE)

Kampong Ayer, or the Water Village (Malay: Kampong Ayer) is an area of Brunei's capital city Bandar Seri Begawan that is situated Brunei Bay. 39,000 people live in the Water Village. This represents roughly ten percent of the nation's total population. All of the Water Village buildings are constructed on stilts above the Brunei River.

Eating Areas

AMINAH ARIF RESTAURANTS

This perennial Bruneian favourite serves up the best ambuyat set meals - a cumpolsary culinary treat when in Brunei and best washed down with their popular cendol selasih. Choose from a selection of local cakes and snacks at tea-time

Open Daily: 730am to 1030pm
Unit 2 & 3,Blk B, Grnd Floor
Bgn Hj Abd Rahman.Spg 88
Kg Kiulap

TARINDAK D'SENI RESTAURANT

Situated at the first floor of the Arts And Handicraft Centre, this is a place where you can have a good Malay Food while enjoying the view of Kampong Ayer. They provide daily buffet lunch and dinner of bruneian cuisine, including Ambuyat.

Open Daily: 8am to 10pm

Functions & Conference

BRIDEX HALL


Bridex hall is located at Jerudong Park Polo Club. It is used for a big functions and also pricate function.

THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE

The International Convention Centre, shortly known as the ICC, is the largest meeting venue in Brunei Darussalam. It has made the country capable of hosting high profiled events and to name the few - ASEAN Ministers Meetings (AMM), Asia-Pacific Economic Conference (APEC 2000) and ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF 2001).



It has the state-of-the-art-technology making it an excellent venue for big events. The halls and meeting rooms are provided with various kind of facilities meeting the demands for conferences and exhibitions.

Special Occasions

His Majesty Birthday Celebration

On every 15th July, His Majesty the Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam will be celebrating his Birthday. The celebration will officially begin with a grand parade and marching by the various branches of the defence force as well as proud civilian organizations. It begins at Taman Sir Sultan Haji Omar Ali saifuddien, located in the very heart of Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei capital.

Brunei National Day Celeberation

Held every 23rd of february. The celebration will officialy begin with a grand parade at Taman Sir Sultan Haji Omar Ali Saifuddien.

Finding your feet

Buses

There are 6 bus routes servicing the BSB area; the central line, Circle Line, Eastern Line, Southern Line, Western Line and Northern Line.

Operates: 6.30am to 6pm
Buses fares: Start from BND 1

Taxis

There are not many taxis around but metered taxis are available from most hotels, shoping centres and the airport.

Bandar Seri Begawan: 2222214/2226853
Kuala Belait: 3334581
Seria: 3222030/155

Water Taxis:
Unique to Brunei, the water taxis are the most common means of transportation at Kampong Ayer.
Fares: Standard ride costs about BND 1.

Regular boat service to Temburong operates between 745am to 4pm daily
Fares: Round trip cost $15

Ferry Services:
Passanger ferry services to the Malaysian Town of Labuan operates between 7am to 4pm and departs fro the Serasam terminal in Muara Town. Jouney takes about 45 minutes.

Beauty & Theraphy

Zen Spa Healthcare

One of the newer spas in town, with well thought of spaces and clearly marked male - female treatment rooms.

Open:
10 am to 10pm
Unit 6 & 7, 2nd Floor, Block C
Delima Square, Jalan Muara

Amanha Spa

A spacoius and modern looking establishment that offers treatment for both men and women, with the option of poloshing it off with a gym work out, jacuzzi and sauna treatments.

Open daily:
12pm - 11pm
Fri and Sun:
9 am to 11pm
Level 2, Orchid Garden Hotel.
Kg Anggerik Desa,Jalan Berakas,BSB

HEALTH & FITNESS

FITNESS ZONE
"The Best Health Club in Town"

Its main branch is situated at Palm Garden Hotel at Kiulap, their second branch is at the Mall Gadong and they are about to open another branch at Serusop Area. They have the latest programme and equipment for fitness.Fitness Zone encourages everyone to have a passion for fitness, and to have fun while getting fit. They combine affordability with world-class standards, to huge success. And to bring fitness closer to you!

WHERE TO SHOP?

The Mall Gadong

The Mall, Gadong is a bold, futuristic complex that will set the standards of Brunei Darussalam’s retail industry. Combining a host of amenities, the complex comprises of The Mall, international hotel and convention/meeting areas. The perfect blend of commercial, residential and leisure elements is achieved through the developer’s meticulous attention to detail and no expense has been spared to make The Mall, Gadong, the latest statement in functionality and sophistication.

YAYASAN SHHB COMPLEX

The Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Complex (Yayasan Complex) is one of the various infrastructural development projects coordinated by Yayasan. Standing magnificently on a strategic area between the two pinnacle symbols of Bandar Seri Begawan which are the Omar ´Ali Saifuddien Mosque and Kampong Air, Yayasan Complex is the centre of attraction to the public and tourists.

HELP & SUPPORT

TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE

1. General Post Office Building, Jalan Elizabeth Dua,



Bandar Seri Begawan,BS 6810 Brunei Darussalam


Tel: +673-2 223734


Fax: +673-2 223735




2. No.13/14, Kedai Rakyat Jati, Temburong PA 1351,


Brunei Darussalam


Tel: +673-5 221439


Fax: +673-5 240050


Internet: http://www.tourismbrunei.com