7 hotels in Brunei capital to watch parade of Prince Mateen and bride

By Hoang Phong   January 11, 2024 | 11:30 pm PT
Prince Mateen of Brunei and his newlywed wife Anisha RosnahIsa-Kalebic will parade through Bandar Seri Begawan Sunday and here is a list of seven best hotels for tourists wishing to see the procession.
7 hotels in Brunei capital to watch parade of Prince Mateen and bride

Around eight kilometers from Brunei International Airport, Badi'ah Hotel has 55 rooms with modern amenities.

It features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy meals from two of the in-house dining options.

The hotel is close to major tourist attractions in the capital such as the Royal Regalia Museum, Brunei History Center and Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque.

It offers scheduled airport transfers upon request and guests are able to contact the 24-hour front desk for currency exchange, tour arrangements, ticketing and concierge services.

Room rates cost from BND$98 (US$74).

The 10-day wedding of Prince Mateen and his wife began on Jan. 7.

They were showered with blessings from their families during the Berbedak Mandi, or powdering ceremony before the duo arrived at the mosque to exchange vows on Jan. 11.

The royal couple are scheduled to parade through the capital on Jan. 14.

7 hotels in Brunei capital to watch parade of Prince Mateen and bride

Around a 10-minute drive from Brunei Airport, Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam has a total of 142 rooms that include a 40-inch LED TV, a minibar, and an expansive work desk.

It has different room types such as superior room, deluxe room, business classroom and suite.

The six-floor hotel is just a few minutes' walks from Royal Regalia Museum, Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque and Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanai Bolkiah Shopping Complex.

Room rates start from BND$110.

7 hotels in Brunei capital to watch parade of Prince Mateen and bride

Located at Abdul Razak Complex in the heart of Bandar Seri Begawan, the Rizqun International Hotel offers 168 guest rooms, and this would be an ideal choice for tourists to watch the royal procession of Prince Mateen and his wife.

The hotel features a fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool, a variety of dining options and other luxury services.

Its deluxe room is for couples with prices starting from BND$320 while grand deluxe room features a spacious living room area with couch that can accommodate an extra bed, costing from BND$370.

Its executive deluxe room is for three people, with prices starting from BND$420.

7 hotels in Brunei capital to watch parade of Prince Mateen and bride

Only 300 meters from the Royal Regalia Museum and a 10-minute drive from the airport, the Capital Residence Suites is situated in a secluded area.

The hotel has 18 rooms, offering free airport shuttle services and internet access.

Guests can choose a superior room, deluxe room, premier room, family suite or three-bedroom apartment.

The cheapest room price is around BND$77.45.

7 hotels in Brunei capital to watch parade of Prince Mateen and bride

Located in the busy capital, Jubilee Hotel boasts 43 rooms that are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge and a TV with Astro channels, en suite bathrooms with a bathtub and hot/cold shower.

The hotel is a 15-minute drive away from the airport.

It enjoys easy access to attractions including the Water Village and The Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque.

Airport transfers are available upon request.Rooms cost from BND$54.

7 hotels in Brunei capital to watch parade of Prince Mateen and bride

Located at the junction of Jalan Pemancha and Jalan Kianggeh, the Brunei Hotel offers 46 rooms and suites.

It has a café, ideal for business networking or catching up with friends in the downtown area.

Padian Function Room facilitates business meetings, private events and seminars for a capacity up to 70 to 100 persons depending on arrangements.

The Brunei Hotel is also a short walk from some of Brunei’s popular tourist destinations such as Kampong Ayer (the Water Village), the Tamu or Market and the main bus terminal and ferry landings for the national park in Temburong.

Room rates cost from BND$140.

7 hotels in Brunei capital to watch parade of Prince Mateen and bride

Located in the heart of Bandar Seri Begawan, The Centrepoint Hotel offers 216 guestrooms and is convenient for transit travelers who need to wait for their connecting flight because it is only 10 minutes from Brunei International Airport.

The hotel features a shopping arcade, recreational facilities, ballroom and multi-function ballroom and business center, and is in proximity to tourist attractions such as Kampong Ayer, Ulu Temburong National Park and Gadong Night Market.

Room rates start from BND$280.

Photos courtesy of the hotels, Booking

 
 
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