Kem’s place is the coziest most beautiful place to be and chill. She made that appealing and welcoming home stay out of the grandfathers house and is now hosting few lucky travellers to Brunei. She’ll teach and tell you about Brunei and give you the feeling of being at home far away from home. Additionally you’ll be staying in the “Floating city”, what couldn’t be any cooler, hanging on a terrace on pillowy armchairs with a view on BSB and the most important mosque and beautiful sunsets. The room has ac and a fan what does give you pretty good sleeping conditions and it is beautiful too. Being served a lovely traditional breakfast with explanations complete this experience of total “Gemütlichkeit”.

Stayed in May 2024

I stayed at kem’s place for a couple of days when I was in brunei and honestly I wish I stayed there for my whole trip! honestly kem’s place is beautiful to say the least with her art work and fine aesthetic she used to design the place, its so comfy and homey and I was always admiring it. kem also has 3 lovely cats - counters, bu yong and flea, whom are all lovely too! I rented a car in brunei so kem would tell me many interesting places to visit and I’ll go to each of them. many of these places you may not even know from just googling "places to visit in brunei", so I really appreciated that. if you can drive I personally recommend you to rent a car because its really cheap and you can access places so much better and brunei is a great and safe place to drive in. kem also has a wonder son Martin, who is lovely to speak to and always helping her out! she even got her friend to bring me on a hike I was really hoping to go for! Overall a 10/10 stay I am so glad I got the opportunity to meet her and experience all her recommendations! Would 100% stay with kem when I go back to brunei :’))

Stayed in May 2024

We stayed in Andrew and Kem's beautiful homestay for three nights and it was just perfect! The area where the house is located is very special! Andrew was wonderful: he prepared delicious breakfasts, helped us with all our questions and concerns and was great fun to chat with! Not to forget the three cute cats. We would definitely recommend the accommodation and are glad that we were able to stay there We stayed in Andrew and Kem's beautiful homestay for three nights and it was just perfect! The area where the house is located is very special! Andrew was wonderful: he prepared delicious breakfasts, helped us with all our questions and concerns and was great fun to chat with! Not to forget the three cute cats. We would definitely recommend the accommodation and are glad that we were able to stay there.

Stayed in May 2024

Location, design, vibe, host, breakfast, comfort, CATS, everything was just great!

Stayed in March 2024

Just be aware that there are cats in case you have an allergy.

A very welcoming home stay. The bedroom is basic but is clean and tidy. The bedroom has air conditioning. There is a comfortable shared living area and outdoor seating. It’s located just across the river from the capital (simply grab a water taxi), as well as a 3 minute walk to Kampong Ayer museum along the boardwalk. The breakfast is generously sized and is freshly made. It features a large variety of local foods to sample. Our hosts were very friendly and hospitable. If you have any questions about your stay, or just to learn about Brunei then they are happy to talk.

Stayed in March 2024

Everything was great.

The host was very pleasant and shared lots of stories to me. She also gave me helpful suggestions for my trip. The room was clean and comfortable, the hearty breakfast was local specialties. The cats were so cute. I love this lovely home and highly recommend it.

Stayed in February 2024

I really enjoyed staying at Kunyit 7 Lodge. It’s such a lovely porch. And the family is so friendly and helpfull. I enjoyed my time with them. Thanks a lot!

Stayed in February 2024

If you are not afraid of staying in a rustic accomodation without airconditioning, then there is nothing to dislike about this homestay. I highly recommend it!

Staying with Kem and Andrew in the watervillage was an amazing and unique experience. So authentic. Very friendly, knowledgeable and interesting hosts. Great location on the water, but just a minute away from the city center. I loved the breakfasts, the outside area and the relaxed feeling of staying in this home.

Stayed in February 2024

It was a lovely experience staying in the water village. The host was very friendly and breakfast was good. Lovely

Stayed in November 2023

Great hospitality at a very special location. Amazing views of the city and a very welcoming atmosphere. Home made local breakfast. You can feel the passion and love put into the project. Can highly recommend to stay there.

Stayed in November 2023

Must-stay if you want to visit Brunei. The atmosphere of staying on the water combined with the host's effort to make sure you get the most out of your time in Brunei is invaluable. We loved staying and would recommend everyone to do the same!

Stayed in September 2023

You have to get to the water village and a small boat. This is fine if you only have one suitcase but if you have a lot of luggage, it would be very challenging. 

Charming eclectic artistic decor with a very homey personable feel to it.  It is a private home in an excellent location in the water village. It is only a two or three minute ferry ride across to the main part of town. The hosts are exceptionally knowledgeable and welcoming.

Stayed in August 2023

the host, the view, the sunsets

Stayed in August 2023

Climate control and Wi-Fi were finicky and not always reliable.

Lovely and unique accommodation in the fascinating water village, Kampong Ayer. Super easy to get back and forth to the city center with the readily available water taxis. Friendly and warm hosts and lots of nice extras.

Stayed in August 2023

One of the most relaxing places we have been to. Lovely and welcoming host.❤️ Felt like home. They have three Cats but even though I am very allergic I didn't get any symptoms.

Stayed in July 2023

I can’t find anything.

Location, Kem’s hospitality and experience to stay in local life.

Stayed in July 2023

Nothing really

Kunyit 7 Lodge was very homely & comfortable & our hosts were very friendly & helpful

Stayed in July 2023

Bed was a little squeaky.

Great recommendations by the host Kem. Nice location. Delicious breakfast.

Stayed in June 2023

Im already missed the feeling of staying in this house with the three cats & beautiful view of sunset from its terrace. Again, thank you for the nice experience. One of my best..

Stayed in June 2023

nothing

Location, Vibes. Great hosts!

Stayed in June 2023

It was awesome local experience of living in the house on stilts! Hosts were very friendly and caring. They clearly explained how to get water taxi and reach the house. They also helped few times while I staying there. The house is so cute and cozy. Wi-fi was pretty good, it was totally enough for video calls. And cats are so adorable)

Stayed in May 2023

it was a little bit expensive for the room

super cute idea, amazing verandah, host really lovely and breakfast colourful!

Stayed in March 2023

the highlight of our trip. great property, very interesting stories

Stayed in October 2023

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Stayed in February 2024