Brunei Darussalam is located on the north coast of Borneo and is a unique kingdom rich in Malay culture, peace, and tranquility. The country's most exclusive hotel, The Empire Brunei, overlooks the South China Sea and is renowned for its warm Bruneian hospitality and extensive services. Surrounded by vast, unspoiled, tropical rain forests rich with wildlife, it is the ultimate sanctuary for relaxing in a beautiful and natural setting. The 522 rooms and suites, spread across multiple buildings, and secluded private villas are luxurious havens of spacious comfort. Within the private 180-hectare grounds, there are beaches, pools, lagoons, and a Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course with panoramic sea views. The resort also offers international restaurants, a children's club, cinemas, spa, a wide range of sporting activities, and extensive function facilities. The Empire Brunei offers an unforgettable revitalizing and relaxing luxury stay. Guests of The Empire Brunei can: Stay in expansive and luxurious rooms, all with large balconies offering views over the gardens, lagoon or swimming pools. Dine at one of over a half a dozen restaurants serving local and international cuisine Swim in any one of the five pools on property. Play a round of golf at the resort's 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course. Enjoy endless activities from the relaxation of a massage to an invigorating workout, to a round of golf or a movie at the cinema. From the moment you step inside the soaring lobby with its marble pillars, gold accents, and tiger's eye inlaid, gold-plated stair rails, you know you're in for an experience like no other. The Empire Brunei's welcoming atmosphere, multiple room types, and ample event space for both weddings and business events makes this resort hotel great for any type of traveler, from an intimate couple's escape to a family-friendly weeks-long reunion.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free Parking Available On Site

Activities:

Tennis court

Fitness center

Golf course (within 2 miles)


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
or
1 full bed
2 twin beds
or
1 full bed
2 twin beds
or
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.8
Free Wifi
9.2
High score for Bandar Seri Begawan
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Dr
    Kuwait Kuwait
    All the reception desk staff and concierge are very helpful and friendly. The food is excellent. The whole facilities of this hotel and Its services are more than excellent. This is a very luxurious hotel. The 24 hour bakery is perfect. Their...
  • Thewanderingwanderlust
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    We appreciated the room upgrade and the complimentary mini bar. There were a lot of activities to choose from although we didn't have time to do any. The sunset at spot 18 was stunning.
  • Laura
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Gorgeous property with a lot of amenities, The staff was wonderful

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Pantai
    • Cuisine
      Asian
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan

Resort facilities at The Empire Brunei
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Aerobics
  • Movie nights
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Badminton equipment
    Additional charge
  • Tennis equipment
    Additional charge
  • Kids' club
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Bowling
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Ping-pong
  • Pool table
  • Playground
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Car rental
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Bathroom emergency cord
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 – indoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Pool 2 – outdoorFree!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Waterslide
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Malay

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
The Empire Brunei takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardUnionPay credit cardCash

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Empire Brunei of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about The Empire Brunei

  • The Empire Brunei is 8.1 miles from the center of Bandar Seri Begawan. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Empire Brunei has 1 restaurant:

    • Pantai

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at The Empire Brunei include:

    • Twin/Double

  • Check-in at The Empire Brunei is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The Empire Brunei offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Fitness center
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Playground
    • Pool table
    • Bowling
    • Ping-pong
    • Tennis court
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Kids' club
    • Swimming pool
    • Personal trainer
    • Tennis equipment
    • Aerobics
    • Badminton equipment
    • Locker rooms
    • Beauty services
    • Movie nights
    • Facial treatments
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Manicure
    • Beach
    • Pedicure
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Spa facilities
    • Private beach area
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full-body massage
    • Fitness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness classes

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Empire Brunei on this page.

  • The prices at The Empire Brunei may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, The Empire Brunei is popular with guests booking family stays.