Drive From Brunei to Limbang

Miri, seawal 8.00 pagi lagi aku dan Cikgu Bad sudah mencari teksi untuk ke perhentian bas ke Brunei, setelah di sembelih RM10.00 kami dihantar ke stesen bas (bersebelahan bangunan Pelita Tuanku) yang terletak kira-kira 700 meter dari hotel penginapan. Kami mengambil bas Miri ke Belait dengan kos RM7.50 dari Miri ke Sg Tujoh dan RM5.50 dari Sg. Tujoh ke Belait.

Perjalanan sebenarnya cuma mengambil masa 2 jam tetapi akibat proses imegresen di Kompleks Imegresen Sg. Tujoh dan pertukaran bas ia mengambil masa selama lebih 3 jam untuk sampai ke Kuala Belait. Dari Kuala Belait kami terpaksa ke Seria untuk ke Bandar Seri Begawan, dengan bayaran BND1.00 (BND1.00 bersamaan dengan RM2.45) kami sampai di Seria dengan menggunakan bas kecil dan berhawa dingin. Di Seria sumber minyak sangat dasyat kerana kita akan dapat melihat laluan paip minyak dan pengepam minyak betul-betul berada bersebelahan rumah mereka!. Mungkin kerana itu minyak petrol cuma bernilai sekitar BND0.50 dan diesel bernilai BND0.30 di sini.

Seria pekan sebesar Bintangor di Sarawak cuma dapat menawarkan bas tidak berhawa dingin ke Bandar Seri Begawan dengan tambang berjumlah BND6.00. Perjalanan selama 2 jam itu tidaklah membosankan kerana kami dapat melihat keindahan kampung-kampung dimana terdapat binaan rumah yang diperbuat daripada batu tetapi bercirikan Melayu. Kami sampai di Bandar Seri Begawan lebih kurang jam 4.00 petang dan dapat mencari hotel low cheap berhadapan dengan Brunei Hotel dengan bayaran BND39.00 tanpa kemudahan tv.

Sebelum berjalan-jalan kami menjamah makanan di sebuah restoren, dengan BND5.70 aku mendapat kailan ikan masin, rendang daging dan teh o ais Di sini makanan yang dihidangkan sangat banyak iaitu dua kali ganda daripada biasa dan jarang dapat kita habiskan. Kemudian kami terus ke Tamu Kianggeh yang menyediakan pelbagai barangan dapur dan kraftangan.

Kemudian dengan bayaran BND20.00 kami menaiki bot dengan kuasa kuda 60 menjelajah Kampung Air yang mempunyai prasarana yang lengkap seperti sekolah dan balai bomba. Perjalanan diteruskan dengan melawat Masjid Sultan Ali Saifuddieen dan di teruskan ke Istana Nurul Iman. Jarak Istana sangat jauh dari bandar (kira-kira 3-4km), keputusan aku dan Cikgu Bad untuk berjalan kaki adalah keputusan yang salah kerana selepas jam 7 malam langsung tidak kelihatan teksi dan bas di sini hingga memaksa kami berjalan kaki pulang walaupun dalam keletihan. Istana yang terbesar di dunia ini dikawal ketat sama-ada di jalan darat di hadapan mahupun di jalan air di belakangnya.

Sebelum ke hotel kami sempat singgah di Tamu (seperti Maplay di PJ)yang menyediakan pelbagai jenis makanan tempatan seperti Ambuyat dan Nasi Katok. Nasi Katok cuma berharga BND1.00 yang terdiri daripada nasi dua kali ganda di Malaysia, seketul ayam goreng dan sambal yang agak masam kerana ada rasa petai di dalamnnya. Ambuyat pula merupakan makanan yang berlendir (sagu agaknya kelihatan seperti kanji) yang dimakan bersama lauk dan sayur. Malam di Bandar Seri Begawan tidaklah meriah sangat, tetapi cukup selesa untuk aku yang suka sekali melihat kemeriahan jeti sungainya yang tidak pernah lekang dengan bunyi enjin 60 kuasa kuda mengambil penumpang walaupun pada waktu malam.

Keesokannya awal pagi kami bersarapan di Restoren Mak Ngah berhampiran hotel, dengan kos tiga kuih BND1.00. Antara kuih yang popular ialah kelupis iaitu pulut yang di kukus di dalam sejenis daun dan dicicah dengan kari. Kami mengambil keputusan pergi Balai Alat Kebesaran Diraja yang terletak bersebelahan dengan dataran, adalah kesilapan besar tidak datang ke sini kerana kita dapat melihat bagaimana cara kehidupan di Raja dan peralatan yang digunakan secara dekat. Kebanyakan peralatannya diperbuat daripada emas dan dikawal dengan kawalan yang paling ketat. Di sini juga banyak dijual cenderamata yang murah seperti topi,pen dan mug yang berharga BND3.50 (aku menghabiskan wang sebanyak BND26.00 untuk cenderamata).

Kemudian setelah bertanya dengan orang di sini kami berjaya mendapatkan teksi sapu dengan kos BND40.00 untuk menghantar kami ke Masjid Jamek Asr Hassanil Bolkiah, Bubungan Dua Belas dan Muzium. Untuk mencari teksi di sini sangat susah kecuali di stesen teksi dan tambangnya sangat mahal. Masjid Jamek Asr Hassanil Bolkiah yang dibina pada 1988 sangat indah buatannya dan istimewanya kubahnya diperbuat daripada emas. Di Bubungan Dua Belas pula merupakan tempat hubungan antara Brunei dan British berlangsung (ia juga kediaman Residen British) dimana Ratu Elizabeth pernah sampai ke sini pada 1992.

Lawatan kami yang terakhir adalah ke Muzium yang terletak di Kota Batu merupakan bekas tapak purba kerajaan Brunei. Banyak maklumat yang diperolehi di sini yang pasti ia tidak banyak sangat berbeza dengan orang Melayu di Nusantara. Untuk ke bandar dari sini kami mengalami masalah kerana sukar mendapat bas dan teksi di sini. Aku terpaksa menahan kereta orang awam dan dengan jasa baik orang sini secara percuma mereka sudi menghantarkan kami ke Bandar Seri Begawan.

Setelah menjamah makanan tengahari yang sama seperti semalam iaitu Kailan Ikan Masin, telur dan milo ais berharga BND4.70, kami meneruskan perjalanan ke Kuala Lurah dengan menaiki bas berhawa dingin bernombor 48. Ia cuma mengambil masa kira-kira 45 minit dengan kos BND1.00 dan sampai ke pintu sempadan Kuala Lurah Limbang. Cikgu Bad menghadapi masalah kerana tidak membawa pas perjalanan terhad, namun ia berjaya diselesaikan kerana status guru dipandang tinggi di sini.

Kami mendapat maklumat yang salah mengatakan bahawa terdapat bas dari Kuala Lurah ke Limbang, sebenarnya langsung tidak ada!. Kita sebenarnya harus menaiki teksi ke sana, masalahnya tiada teksi di sini selepas pukul 5.00 petang!, setelah berunding dengan penduduk sini aku berjaya mendapatkan teksi sapu dengan kos RM50.00 untuk ke Limbang sejauh 41km.

Limbang aku kira hampir sebesar Teluk Intan membolehkan kita untuk terus ke Labuan melalui jalan air selama 2 jam ataupun ke Kota Kinabalu melalui jalan darat (Temburong-Brunei)selama 3 jam. Limbang agak istimewa kerana ia terletak ditengah-tengah Brunei menyebabkan kebanyakan penduduk di sini mempunyai pssport antarabangsa untuk ke Kota Kinabalu mahupun ke Miri. Kami tinggal di Hotel Purnama berstatus 3 bintang dengan kos RM70.00 setelah mendapat keistimewaan sebagai pegawai kerajaan.

Hari ketiga aku berjaya mendapatkan kereta sapu untuk balik ke Miri dengan pertolongan kawan-kawan yang bermaustatin di Limbang. Aku mengambil keputusan ini supaya ia lebih cepat kerana menggunakan jalan pintas, proses imigresen yang cepat dan juga mahu melihat jalan di bahagian pedalaman berbanding mennyusur laut sebelum ini. Tidak banyak permandangan yang menarik melalui jalan ini namun ia sangat cepat kerana melalui jalan kampung tanpa perlu melalui Seria dan Kuala Belait, berbaloi dengan wang RM50.00 yang dilaburkan.

Note :

*Terdapat tol di Jambatan Rasau, motosikal BND1.00, kereta BND5.00, van BND10.00 dan bas BND20.00.

*Pengangkutan awan adalah perkara yang sukar di sini.

*Limbang tersepit di antara Brunei.

*Baginda Sultan Brunei pernah menuntut di Victoria Institution dan Maktab Perguruan Sultan Idris.

*Setiap sms yang diterima dan dihantar kan dikenakan RM2.00.

*Kebanyakan rumah di sini tidak berpagar.

*Radio Brunei menyiarkan lagu Malaysia seperti Allleycats dan Uji Rashid.

*Baginda Sultan menjadi idola rakyatnya.

*Tiada bayaran dikenakan untuk masuk ke dalam muzium dan seumpamannya.

*Terdapat ramai pekerja asing di sini seperti di Malaysia.

http://maswafi.blogspot.com/2010/02/blog-post.html

Brunei Cheapest and Budget Hotels

The Capital Residence Suite Hotel in Brunei

Nice and helpful staff, Free shuttle services to Brunei Darussalam Airport and all major sights in Bandar Seri Begawan. Comparatively cheapest hotels in Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei.

K.H. Soon Resthouse (Bandar Seri Begawan), 

• "cheap and good"
  "Probably the cheapest accommodation hotels  in Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei, it is also located in the very city center. Rooms are clean and neat, the place has hot water and wi fi, what more do you..."
• “cheapest place to stay in Bandar Seri Begawan”
• With the closing down of the Youth hostel, this becomes the cheapest place to stay in Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei.. I guess I start with the positive things.
  It is, indeed located pretty good. in front of the Brunei hotel. The air condition is working very good. The room is kind of clean. And security should be alright, as there is a nightwatch. (And the most horrible bell, triggered by a motion detector). Most of the people are friendly and will answer all your questions. But don't expect the best english from everybody working there.
  Clear downsides of the place are without a doubt the toilets and showers. And that there is no Wifi available. (There is a 24 hour cafe with wifi though. - when you turn left from the HSBC. called "Cafe De Royale")
  Value for money is horrible, but hey Brunei is expensive anyway and you probably won't stay here too long. So it's the best bet a budget traveler can get at the moment.Stayed March 2014.
• “the only good thing about the place is the location”
• good place to stay over night but not more , the cheapest budget in the Brunei city about 40$ for a room or 18$ for abed in dorms , relay central walking distance to every inserting areas. No Wifi but u can find in Cafes in the street. the rooms are clean the bathrooms&toilet are terrible.Stayed March 2014.
• “cheap and good”
  Probably the cheapest accommodation in Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei, it is also located in the very city center. Rooms are clean and neat, the place has hot water and wi fi, what more do you need? The stuff is helpful with information about transportation and so on.Stayed February 2014.
• “good and cheap place”
  to be honest, as we arrived at the hotel i thought its not the best place. but it was the far the cheapest hotel place to stay in Brunei, so we stayed. and finally it was good. its simple but clean. we stayed at a dorm room (gender seperated) with a fan and an ac. the staff was really friendly and helpful. well the bathrooms have squat toilets but they are clean and it has warm watter. so you dont have to expect alot but its for sure the best place to stay for the money.Stayed October 2013.
• ''Comfort Room”
  Paid 18B$ for an overnight stay on their dormitory. The chepeast hotel around in Brunei town. The beds are comfortable and no mosquitoes - which is great. The room for five has one single power outlet to charge up all our gadgets. Good thing we had power cord extensions and multiple outlet adapters to charge up all our gadgets. The frontdesk guy is very friendly and they will give you free one cold bottle of water upon paying the room. The dormitory is spacious and clean. This place has a funny aroma of minty and something else. And their comfort room - is not comfortable. It looks like one of those Korean Horror Movies and the above (maybe it is also a bathroom) leaks down to one of the Comfor Rooms and the highligh - they don't have toilet bowls, you have to squat which is difficult to concentrate. Stayed December 2013.
• “cheap & basic”
  I stayed one night in the dormitory room and the price is $18 per person. For this price in Brunei, of course I don't expect anything special. But if they can provide a free wifi, it would be better.
  
  The sharing toilet is clean, water pressure is good, hot shower is working fine and the staff also quite friendly. So I don't have any complaint for this rest house.Stayed November 2013.
• “Cheapest Resthouse in Brunei”
  Good location, very strategic, near to everywhere at Brunei. nothing compares price than other resthouse except youth hostel which closed until 2014. a good choice for travel by water park from kianggeh, just 1 blok for travel by 1 brunei dollar bus. near yayasan mal, mamak Brunei deliciuous food, just 1 blok from masjid omar.Stayed October 2013

Jubilee Hotel (Bandar Seri Begawan)

• "Reliable, clean "budget" stay in Bandar with friendly staff"
  "However, for Brunei standards it is a budget hotel Brunei. Actually one of the only two reliable ones in Bandar. So if you complain about high prices or old rooms do your homework."
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• "Friendly and helpful staff"
  "The Jubilee Hotel is a typical budget hotel in Brunei. It appears to be a little old, but the rooms are comfortable enough and I had a good nights sleep."

D'Anggerek Service Apartment (Bandar Seri Begawan)

• "excellent for such price"
  "Near airport is located this quite , spacious and cheap hotel in Brunei. I order transportation to hotel by e-mail, and taxi was waiting for me on airport."
• "Can't complain for the price!"
  "I've stayed at this serviced apartment multiple times over the past couple of years. Let me first say, if you are looking for luxury and comfort, this is probably not your best choice."

Times Hotel (Bandar Seri Begawan)

• • "a reapeat stay"
    "very clean and affordable city hotel stay. stayed here for third tome visiting. very friendly staff...."
  • "convenient and within budget hotel..."
    "Stayed a few nights here as we are having some logistic problems. About 10 mins to the airport and there is a Brunei fast food connected together with a supermarket. A few restaurants are just nearby"

  Terrace Hotel (Bandar Seri Begawan) 

• "Staff are friendly"
  Overall a budget hotel in Brunei that does the job. Just glad the staff a nice and professional. :)..."
• "Great solid choice in Bandar Seri Begawan"
  "This is an older hotel and a bit shabby. However, my room was clean and fine, nicely furnished, quiet. It was on the small side, but sufficient. Good for the price, cheap hotel in Brunei. Location is great"

Star Holiday Lodge (Kampong Jerudong)

"Value for Money in Brunei"

• "The room was only $B78 per night which is quite cheap hotel in Brunei. The staff are friendly. The restaurant is also well priced and serves great food. I had dinner and breakfast there."
• "The hotel staff were let down by this tired, no exhausted hotel"
  "A quiet out of the city hotel that has seen better days. We stayed here twice with a six week gap inbetween visits, and things had improved slightly. The hotel is about 20 mins from the city centre"

Palm Garden Hotel (Bandar Seri Begawan)

"Could be better"

• "I'll only recommend this hotel to budget business traveller in Brunei. If i am to go back to Brunei again, i'd probably pay more to stay at more decent hotel and somewhere with easy access"
• "Budget hotel"
  "Budget hotel in Brunei with minimal staff. First room aircon broke after two nights and in the second room it started to leak in a couple of days."

source :

http://www.tripadvisor.com/brunei

Times Cineplex at Empire Hotel Brunei

AFTER a seven-month hiatus, the cinema at The Empire Hotel & Country Club Brunei has reopened under the Times Cineplex brand, Cinema BRUNEI’S NEWEST 5-SCREEN DIGITAL CINEPLEX.

The Brunei cinema is now the second branch for Times Cineplex, which debuted at Times Square end of 2012.

Dubbed Times Cineplex @ Empire Hotel, the complex used to be under the MVision brand. In June 2013, reports of it closing down came out.

Benny Ang, manager of the Times Cineplex, said over a telephone interview yesterday that management has tweaked the Times Cineplex @ Empire to accommodate its premium image.

Ang said the changes will allow the cinema more flexibility and more screens for their customers.

He added that the modifications take into consideration the difficulties faced by the previous tenant.

For example, Ang said that some of the previous complaints were the seats.

“We know what the customers want and we have changed the seats and made the aisles longer so that there will be more leg room,” said Ang.

Moviegoers can find out about the new Times Cineplex branch’s listing through its website:

http://timescineplex.com/empire/ .

With the opening of the newest Times Square branch in The Empire Hotel, there are now five cineplexes in Brunei that moviegoers can choose from.

Besides the two Times Cineplexes, Brunei also has The Mall Cineplex, Seri Q-lap Cineplex, and the Plaza Sutera Biru Dualplex in Seria. – Debbie Too.

Location : 4th Floor Times Square Shopping Centre Spg 13-29, Jalan Berakas
Bandar Seri Begawan BE2719, Brunei Darussalam.

Call at 234-1122

Empire Hotel and Country Club

Jerudong, Brunei Darussalam

Hotline: 261-0001

The Brunei Times

http://www.bt.com.bn/business-national/2014/01/17/empire-movie-theatre-reopens-times-cineplex

Brunei Hotels : Accommodation all over Brunei Darussalam

One of the world’s smallest countries, Brunei Darussalam is made up of two parcels of land on the Malaysian Island of Sarawak. Surrounded and even divided in the middle by other countries, Brunei is the last remnant of the once large and powerful Srivijayan Empire. Stay in Brunei accommodation and explore the history of this unique South East Asian nation.

As well as being one of the smallest, Brunei is also one of the most resource rich countries in the world. As a result of these valuable underground stores, the landscape above ground has been kept remarkably intact compared to the rest of the region. Enjoy the spectacular rainforest backdrop while you stay in one of Brunei hotels, and explore a little deeper with a trek into the Ulu Temburong National Park.

The capital, Bandar Seri Begawan, resides on the banks of the Brunei River. The river is an important channel of transportation for your stay in a Brunei hotels, with water taxis waiting to ferry you to the nearby sights of the nearby Malaysian towns. The main residence of the Sultan of Brunei, Istana Nurul Iman, can also be found on the riverfront. 

http://www.wotif.com/hotels/brunei-hotels.html

Terrace Hotel Brunei's Best Value in Hospitality

Terrace Hotel in Brunei

Established hotel in Brunei capital; near sights and city centre; swimming pool; business and fitness centres.

Terrace Hotels is conveniently located in the heart of Brunei, making it popular for travellers wishing to visit the "Kingdom of Unexpected Treasures".

Eighty air-conditioned guest rooms. Each with private bathroom, colour TV, hairdryer, electronic safe, kettle, IDD telephone and refrigerator.
Close to the centre of Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei the capital city.

Terrace Hotel in Brunei features a fitness centre with floor-to-ceiling windows and a landscaped outdoor pool. It is a 10-minute walk from Yayasan Shopping Complex.

Terrace Hotel is prominently located on the edge of central Bandar Seri Begawan, just 10 to 15 minutes from Brunei Darussalam International Airport.

Walking distance to SOAS Mosque, HM Yayasan Complex and the Brunei Royal Regalia Museum.
Outdoor swimming pool in pleasant landscaped area.
Steamboat and nonya kueh are the specialities of our Cempaka Cafe.
Function room with karaoke.
Fitness Centre.
Covered parking.

GPO Box 49, Jalan Tasek Lama, Bandar Seri Begawan BS8670, Brunei Darussalam
Tel: +673-2243554, 2243555, 2243556, 2243557 Fax: +673-2227302
email: terrahtl@brunet.bn

http://www.terracebrunei.com/

Asma Hotel in Jerudong Brunei

Asma Hotel is located at Jerudong, in Brunei, close to Empire Hotel, Jerudong Park Playground and Royal Brunei Golf and Country Club. With its grand entrance and public areas, Asma Hotel 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 & Country Club, and Equestrian Park. These attractions form the basis of Intrepid Tours' Royal Experience  tours, rides and dining. 

The hotel coach shuttle service links guests to other attractions, and departure points for city tours, Ulu Temburong National Park, shops and other venues. Asma Hotels is very suited to family groups. 

This stylish three star hotel features an elegant interior and architecture. High standards of service and culinary expertise have helped establish Asma's popularity, especially with regional visitors, families and tourists. Equipped with modern facilities, a range of F&B outlets, and tastefully furnished guest rooms, ASMA hotel provides a cost effective holiday or business accommodation venue.

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.

With a total of 172 guest rooms, there is always a room here for you. All our rooms are fitted out with electronic safes, colour television with satellite channels, tea and coffee mkaing facilities, mini bar and hair dryer. We also offer you 24 hour room service.

The elegant interior, modern architecture, fine service and culinary expertise have helped establish Asma's popularity, especially with regional visitors. Equipped with modern facilities, a range of food and beverage outlets, and tastefully furnished guest rooms ASMA hotel provides a cost effective holiday or business accommodation venue.

Adresse :

• Lot 36204, Jalan Pertanian Luahan, Jerudong
• BG3122 Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei
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Telefon+673 261 2218

Times Hotel in Brunei

Times Hotel in Brunei is located within close proximity to Brunei Darussalam International Airport, International Convention Centre and Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Stadium. It is 15 minutes away from Bandar Seri Begawan, and 10 minutes from Gadong and Kiulap commercial area.

Reflecting a combination of Comtemporary and Classic architecture, there are shopping areas at the ground and first floor, while the upper floors are hotel area and an indoor playground.

The hotels provides sleek and luxurious rooms fitted with cosy design and amenities creating comforts needed for an enjoyable stay in Brunei.

Its elegantly furnished accommodation with lavish facilities which guest can also recharge and rejuvenate after a long day by having a pampering massage at the hotel spa or relaxing at the outdoor Swimming Pool.

Tourist attractions in around the area include the Brunei Museum, Water Village, Jerudong Park Playground Brunei, Royal Regalia. Transport links such as the Hotel Transits, Taxis, or Travel Agent & Tours Services can be arranged at the front desk.

Contact Information

Times Hotel

2nd Floor, Times Square Shopping Centre,
Simpang 13-29, Jalan Berakas,
Kampong Jaya Setia Mukim Berakas 'A'
Negara Brunei Darussalam - BS 2713

Tel: (673) 233-7878
Fax: (673) 233-7879

http://www.timeshotelbrunei.com/

Stone Ville Hotel in Temburong Brunei

STONEVILLE HOTEL is the FIRST established hotel in the most eastern part of Brunei Darussalam - Temburong

TEMBURONG'S first hotels, Stone Ville Hotel, recently opened its doors to the public, and is aiming to boost tourism and events in the district.

In an exclusive interview with hotel manager Jeffrey Rivera, he said that by having a hotel in Temburong, it helps to boost the local economy and by providing jobs to locals in the district. He said that one of the advantages of the hotel's location is that it is situated close to PekanBangar and the Temburong Jetty.

At the moment, the hotel has just finished setting up their operations, and has employed about 25 employees under its management. The affordable rooms are also one of the advantages that the hotel has, with rooms starting from $98.

One of the main customers that the hotel is targeting are government departments. Rivera said that there are quite a number of government events and meetings that are held in Temburong and recently, there were military personnel that stayed at the hotel.

According to Rivera, he said that their business success is dependant on customer recommendations and repeat visits which is why customer service is one of the important elements for this hotel to succeed. "Our philosophy is to ensure that every guest is positively satisfied with their stay at our establishment, and we believe that the warmth and our first rate service we provide, along with the clean and comfortable environment we offer, will go a considerable way in fulfilling out philosophy and ensuring value for money," he said.

Asked about the development of the Temburong Bridge, Rivera said that the hotel development is not linked to the bridge, but that it can help enhance the future developments that will come with the bridge development.

"Once the bridge is completed, the population flow between Bandar Seri Begawan and Temburong will increase," he said.

He said that once the bridge is built, there will also be an inflow of tourists coming to Temburong, because the district will be easier to access, and that the hotel will be able to accommodate both tourists and locals.

"No one can deny that tourism is one of the most important things for Brunei, because it has a role in the economy apart from oil, which also creates jobs," said Rivera, adding that the hotel hopes to "do its part to attract more tourists".

Rivera added that apart for hotel guests, Stone Ville will also be targeting business events to be held at the hotel, as it has a function room that will be able to accommodate most business and private functions.

"The main purpose of having a meeting room is to ensure that meetings are effective and purposeful by giving due consideration to certain things such as location," he said.

Telepon : +673 522 2252
Email : stonevillehotel@yahoo.com

The Brunei Times
http://www.bt.com.bn/2013/07/08/stone-ville-hotel-looks-help-boost-tourism

The Centrepoint Hotel Brunei

The Centrepoint Hotel is situated in Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei, and features outdoor tennis courts and a fitness centre.
The Centrepoint Hotel Bandar Seri Begawan has a number of amenities including squash courts, an executive floor and an outdoor pool. Also on offer for guests are a kids pool, a hair salon and a coffee bar.

The air-conditioned rooms at the hotel are spacious and have a kitchenette, a refrigerator and a mini bar. Amenities featured in the rooms include bottled water, a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

The hotel's on-premises eatery provides an ideal option for guests wanting to eat in.

The hotel is situated under 10 minutes' drive from Brunei International Airport. Bandar Seri Begawan city centre is just an easy 10-minute drive away.

Centrepoint Hotel in Brunei has a reputation for elegance, quality and varied cuisine,  sports facilities and extensive conference and banquet services in a superb shopping location for business or leisure in Brunei.

The adjacent Centrepoint shopping and commercial area, along with the Mall shopping complex and a range of local and international style cafes and restaurants, provides many distractions for shoppers and business visitors in Brunei.

The Gadong/Centrepoint shopping area in Brunei is a large complex of shop houses with a diverse variety of retail and business oriented products and services. Computers, clothing, electronics, mobile phones, electrical goods, jewelry, homeware, CDs, DVDs computer software etc.

Plus numerous local style cafes, up-market restaurants, trendy coffee shops, money changers, bank ATMs, McDonalds and Pizza Hut. It is a very busy area in the evening and on non working days in Brunei as Bruneians families flood the area; it's got something for all the family.

This popularity can create traffic congestion and traffic delays. Allow ample time when planning transport to meetings, tours or the airport.

Centrepoint's function and banquet facilities offer a range of meeting venues,  trade show facilities and services. for Brunei.

The 'Gem Collection' function rooms incorporate high standards of facilities, including conference sets, overhead projector, slide/video projector etc.

Telephone: (+673) 2430430

Fax: (+673) 2430200

Abdul Razak Complex
Gadong BE3519
Bandar Seri Begawan
Negara Brunei Darussalam

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Orchid Garden Hotel Brunei

From the impressive lobby area through to the Cesar Grand Hall, the Orchid Garden Hotel Brunei provides you with a range of rooms and services that take away the pressures of business and travel.

The Orchid Garden Hotels Brunei provides meeting rooms and executive offices specifically catered for your business needs, no matter the requirements you may have. If you are looking for a more relaxed venue, why not try either of our lounges, where the emphasis is more casual.

Featuring a Jacuzzi, an outdoor pool and a sauna, the Orchid Garden Hotel Bandar Seri Begawan offers guests a modern setting when visiting Bandar Seri Begawan. Some of the popular facilities provided at this 4-star hotel are a fitness centre, a Turkish steam bath and a spa & wellness centre.

The Orchid Garden provides a convenient 24-hour reception as well as a free shuttle service, 24 hour room service and a coffee bar. Business amenities include meeting rooms, function rooms and a business centre.

Rooms at the Orchid Garden Hotel Bandar Seri Begawan are comfortable and spacious, and feature a mini bar. Amenities featured in the rooms include a private bathroom, complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer.

The Orchid Garden Hotel's restaurant serves Chinese cuisine, along with a buffet or À la carte breakfast every morning.

The location of the hotel allows guests to easily reach multiple places of interest by foot. The staff at the tour desk will be happy to help you organise tours and activities during your stay in Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei. 

Orchid Garden Hotel
Lot 31954, Spg 9. Kg Anggerek Desa
Jalan Berakas BB3713
Brunei Darussalam
Tel: +673 233 5544  Fax: +673 233 5444
Email : reservations@orchidgardenbrunei.com
http://www.orchidgardenbrunei.com/

Traders Inn Hotel Brunei

Traders Inn Hotel is a located in the Beribi shopping area, a few minutes drive from the busy Beribi commercial centre in Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei . 

Traders Inn is a budget business hotels located at the fringe of the Gadong business and Beribi Industrial districts. It provides the basic needs, facilities and amenities for its guests. It is located within close proximity to the Supa Save supermarket, banks, restaurants, shops and surau providing convenience to travellers.

Traders Inn is ten to fifteen minutes drive from the International airport, five minutes drive from Gadong/Centrepoint area, and ten to fifteen minutes drive from central Bandar Seri Begawan.

Traders Inn suits visitors and business guests who plan to rent a car, have a business contact in Brunei who will provide transport, have pre-booked tours and transfers, or who wish to simply spend time in the hotel.

The 84 rooms are spacious, well appointed and well maintained. 

Traders Inn is located between the commercial/shopping areas of Gadong and Beribi Industrial Estate, and is popular with regional business visitors for this reason.  A wireless internet service adds to the hotel's convenience for business guests.

Supermarket, shops, and restaurants are located within a few minutes walk in the surrounding commercial buildings. 

A well-equipped Business Centre supports business related activities and international communications.  

Wi-Fi internet connection is available in all rooms, and the ground floor lobby and restaurant.

Our newly opened business class hotel add another choice of stay for your trip to Brunei Darussalam.  Our 84 well appointed rooms  is well designed to meet either your busy business schedule or holiday plans.  Our rates are among the lowest in the country without affecting our services efficiency.

Being located within the business district of Gadong and Beribi Industrial Estates, we bring you the conveniences of meeting clients and future business partners.  Our close proximity with supermarkets, departmental stores, banks, shops and surau gives you an all-in-one location.

For your business requirements, we have a well-equipped Business Center where you can do your business transactions and get connected to your offices anywhere in the world.

Quench your thirst at our Coffee Lounge or you enjoy our various Asian and western cuisine.   You may also opt for a good treatment after a hectic day at our Foot Reflexology Center.

With our facilities and dedicated staff, we are happy to help you with your online reservation.  You may send us an email directly for any queries.

We hope your stay with us will be a memorable one and we look forward to welcoming you to Traders Inn.

Traders Inn.  Block D, Lot 11620, Jalan Gadong,
P.O. Box 357, Bandar Seri Begawan BS8670, Brunei Darussalam.
Tel.:673-2--442828 Fax.:673-2-431188 

Email: traders@brunet.bn

http://www.tradersinn-bn.com/

The Rizqun International Hotel in Brunei

The Brunei Rizqun International Hotels was a more than servicable hotel for a very brief business trip and offers a spa & wellness centre and a poolside snack bar.

Located in the heart of Brunei's retail and entertainment district - Gadong, the Hotel is only 10 minutes from Brunei Darussalam Airport and Bandar Seri Begawan.

From Rizqun International Hotel:

To	Distance
Kiulap	0.5 Km
Kuala Lurah (Limbang, Malaysia)	14 Km
Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia	200 Km
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia	400 Km

Transportation to Hotel:

From	Distance	Time	Via
Brunei International Airport	7 Km	10 min	Taxi/Limo
Bandar Seri Begawan	7 Km	10 min	Taxi/Limo
International Convention Centre	8 Km	10 min	Taxi/Limo

GENERAL INFORMATION

Place of Interest: 

Kampong Ayer stretching over eight kilometers along the Brunei river, this water village actually consists of 28 adjacent villages and is amoing the largest in the world. Travelling on water taxis is great way to see the different villages.

Ulu Temburong National Park for nature-lovers, this park is ideal getaway from the hustle and bustle of city living. Among its key attraction is a 7-kilometer long elevated walkway, which allows visitors to observe the rainforest's diverse treetop eco-system.

Gadong Night Market situated a stone's throw away from The Rizqun International Hotel. The market offers a variety of local food such as barbecued seafood, curry noodles and more.

Bukit Shah Bandar spread over 70 hectares of lush rainforests; this park is a popular hiking spot. With well maintained and clearly marked trails, keeping fit whilst enjoying nature has never been easier or more fun.

Time: Brunei is 8 hrs ahead of GMT and 16 hrs ahead of US Pacific Standard time.

Currency: Brunei Dollar (BND)

Languages: Bahasa Melayu (National Languages), English is widely spoke. Others include Chinese dialects like Hokkien, Mandarin and Tamil.

Must Try: Nasi Katok and Ambuyat

Must Buy: Kain Tenunan or Kain Songket, brass cannon, keris and inricate silverware.

The Rizqun International Hotel

Telephone: (+673) 242 3000

Fax: (+673) 242 8000

Abdul Razak Complex

Gadong BE3519

Bandar Seri Begawan

Negara Brunei Darussalam

http://www.rizquninternational.com/