Budget/Backpacker Travel Guide: Brunei
Experience authentic local culture on a shoestring budget with hostels, street food, and public transport
Daily Budget: $31-92 per day
Complete breakdown of costs for budget/backpacker travel in Brunei
Accommodation
$15-35 per night
Budget guesthouses, basic hotels, and homestays with shared facilities
Food & Dining
$8-20 per day
Local food courts, hawker centers, and simple restaurants serving traditional Malay cuisine
Transportation
$3-12 per day
Public buses, walking, and occasional shared taxis for longer distances
Activities
$5-25 per day
Free mosque visits, public parks, beaches, and occasional museum entries
Currency: B$ Brunei Dollar (pegged 1:1 with Singapore Dollar)
Budget/Backpacker Activities in Brunei
Curated experiences perfect for your budget/backpacker travel style
Money-Saving Tips
Eat at local food courts and hawker centers instead of hotel restaurants for 60-70% savings on meals
Use public buses for transportation, typically 80-90% cheaper than taxis for similar routes
Visit mosques and public beaches which are generally free, rather than paid attractions
Stay in Bandarseribegawan where accommodation and food options are more abundant and competitive
Shop at local markets for snacks and drinks instead of hotel shops for 50-60% savings
Book accommodation directly with properties to avoid booking platform fees of 10-15%
Common Budget Mistakes to Avoid
Relying entirely on taxis and ride-sharing instead of public transport, increasing daily costs by 200-400%
Eating exclusively at hotel restaurants and tourist-oriented venues, typically doubling food expenses
Not researching free cultural sites and mosques, missing significant savings on entertainment costs