The Empire Brunei

The Empire Brunei occupies a huge coastal estate in Jerudong, west of Bandar Seri Begawan, with gardens and buildings stretching along the South China Sea.

The resort is famous for sheer scale. Guest accommodation is spread across multiple buildings and private villas, while the grand main complex uses marble, soaring columns and formal proportions to create a highly ceremonial atmosphere.

Standard rooms begin at an unusually generous 60 square metres with private balconies, while 120-square-metre suites, 288-square-metre Ambassador Suites and secluded villas add substantial residential space.

Five pools, private beaches, lagoons, a championship golf course, cinema, spa and extensive sports facilities make the resort effectively self-contained for families and leisure stays.

The Empire is best for travelers who want Brunei through a full destination-resort experience, especially those who value space, golf and tropical grounds more than a compact city-center location.