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Top Trending Hotels Near Istana Besar

Outdoor pool, pool loungers
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1013)
"Great place with nice buffet dinner and breakfast "
United Kingdom
Kostiantyn
The price is HK$609
HK$737 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Reception
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Spacious and attentive staff"
Singapore
Bee Eng
The price is HK$677
HK$755 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (667)
"Location is very good and cleanness. "
Singapore
Zaw Aung
The price is HK$554
HK$676 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (281)
"Stayed at the family suite and it was a lovely stay!"
Singapore
Zhirou
The price is HK$373
HK$495 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
Poolside bar
Amari Johor Bahru
Amari Johor Bahru
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Clean and safety"
Singapore
Shirley
The price is HK$547
HK$664 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Amari Johor Bahru
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Z Hotel Johor
Z Hotel Johor
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (124)
"Friendly service. Room well updated. Great location."
United States
charles
Z Hotel Johor
Front of property
Belllo Hotel JB Central
Belllo Hotel JB Central
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (578)
"Excellent "
United States
Mohamad Fazillilah
Belllo Hotel JB Central
Exterior
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (412)
"Spacious clean rooms and good air-conditioning as cold enough. Will come back to stay again. "
Singapore
Betsy
The price is HK$432
HK$484 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
Interior
R&F Superior Homestay By Han Lin Sojourn
R&F Superior Homestay By Han Lin Sojourn
4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (14)
"Great place to relax with family "
Singapore
Mohamad Dali
R&F Superior Homestay By Han Lin Sojourn
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool loungers
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
4.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (62)
"Clean room/ staff/ Shops nearby"
Singapore
Soe Moe
The price is HK$366
HK$413 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
Exterior
R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB
R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (81)
"Good dining options. Clothes hanger is broken though."
Australia
Evan
The price is HK$424
HK$480 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (84)
"Our sink was clogged. Losing the keycard cost me Rm100. I lose keycards in other hotels all the time. First time I have to pay for it."
United States
Alison
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
Lobby
Attrus By LSE - Hostel
Attrus By LSE - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (19)
"Central easy location to commute to Singapore "
United Kingdom
Ken
Attrus By LSE - Hostel
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5)
"Clean and decent. Rooms are generally comfortable, only thing is don’t have warbrobe. Having mahjong room is great! Booked 2 units and 1 of them don’t have frying pan for own cooking. Overall still clean and decent accommodation. "
Singapore
Anonymous traveller
The price is HK$255
HK$415 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
Free WiFi
Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In
Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6)
"Reasonable price & location wise is good "
Singapore
Wannadwah
The price is HK$140
HK$171 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In
Outdoor pool
TROVE Johor Bahru
TROVE Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (406)
"My experience at Trove was a pleasant one. The main touchpoints were done well. Could be better if there was a little background music in the lobby. No complaints and enjoyed my stay there! Beautiful view of JB and the sunrise from the room. We were given adjoining rooms when we requested too. Thank you. 🙂"
Singapore
Jemima Hui Min
The price is HK$596
HK$728 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
TROVE Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool
SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene
SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"Family friendly apartment, especially family with kids! My kids love the play area. Modern, minimalist and clean apartment. One of the best apartment in JB I have stay before 👍👍"
Singapore
Wani
The price is HK$293
HK$512 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene
Buffet
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
3.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Hotel location is good, just next to City Square Mall. The rooms need to be renovated cos it is too dated."
Singapore
NOORLIZA
The price is HK$224
HK$291 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
Lobby
Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB
Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB
3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (15)
"Ok"
Australia
Ashish
Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Tri Tower By Antlerzone
Tri Tower By Antlerzone
3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (8)
"Good"
Singapore
Zaw Aung
The price is HK$367
HK$554 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Tri Tower By Antlerzone
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Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Jia Jun Daniel 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Hotels near other Istana Besar attractions

Central District which includes bird life, zoo animals and a pond

Johor Zoo

Hang out with the animal kingdom to encounter a rich variety of wildlife at one of the oldest zoos in Malaysia.
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Johor Bahru which includes a mosque and heritage architecture

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

Visit the state mosque of Johor, a beautiful old building that was commissioned by a sultan and boasts a mix of architectural styles.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Istana Besar?
Istana Besar is located in a welcoming area of Johor Bahru known for its array of dining options and bird watching. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 120 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Istana Besar?
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Istana Besar. Other good options close by include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru and Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru.
How many hotels are there close to Istana Besar?
Expedia has 120 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Istana Besar.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Istana Besar, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Istana Besar.
What can I see and do near Istana Besar?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Sultan Abu Bakar Royal Palace Museum and Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum. Sights like Tan Hiok Nee and Sri Raja Mariamman Temple highlight some of the local culture. Spend some time wandering around Taman Merdeka, Danga Bay Park and Woodlands Waterfront Park.
How can I get to Istana Besar?
To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at JB Sentral. There might not be many public transport options to choose from near to Istana Besar so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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