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In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.7 km from Istana Besar

Abdul Ghani

RM179

RM240 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.2 km from Istana Besar

Natasha

RM352

RM425 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

3. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Poomahdevi

RM339

RM413 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

4. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.6 km from Istana Besar

Arnel

RM383

RM423 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

5. Amari Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Noelle Jin Ci

RM316

RM383 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

6. Sheraton Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.9 km from Istana Besar

Hamizul

RM650

RM712 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

7. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1 km from Istana Besar

Abdul Rahim

RM256

RM287 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, bidet

8. Ibis Styles Johor Bahru City Centre

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Kay Heok

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request)

9. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Tan

RM143

RM179 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

10. Z Hotel Johor

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Mona

RM174

RM216 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

11. Belllo Hotel JB Central

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Norridzuan

RM167

RM167 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

12. KSL Hotel & Resort

Taman Century, 3.5 km from Istana Besar

Tang Mui Rachel

RM203

RM219 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

13. CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1 km from Istana Besar

Michael

RM120

RM140 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

14. T Hotel Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1 km from Istana Besar

Bryan

RM87

RM113 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

15. Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.6 km from Istana Besar

Daryl

RM69

RM74 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board (on request)

16. Suasana JB Central by TPL

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1 km from Istana Besar

Farooq

RM228

RM256 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

17. Hotel J.B.

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1 km from Istana Besar

Mohamed

RM101

RM120 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

18. Hotel CIQ, Jalan Trus

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1 km from Istana Besar

"The room had everything that I needed. Walls were a little dirty, bathroom was also had some stains but overall cleanliness was still acceptable as this is a 3 star hotel Afterall. The hotel staff were helpful and responsive to requests. Room emenities included hair dryer, toothpaste+toothbrushes, soap, shower gel, hair shampoo, bottled water and basic tea sets. Was overall a pleasant stay for two nights."

Yuh-Shan

19. Hotel CIQ @ Wong Ah Fook

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Yap

RM88

RM104 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

20. Suasana Suites by Subhome

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1 km from Istana Besar

"The 3-bedroom property was not sufficiently clean - there were trails of ants crawling all over the place. Ants would crawl up on us when we were on the bed and sofa. The common shower had no hot water despite us switching on the water heater. Our repeated messages to Subhome regarding the water heater issue were ignored and the issue was not resolved during our 2-days stay (6 of us ended up sharing one bathroom). There were also no toiletries except two bottles of cheaply-scented body shower...

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG	8.8 Excellent 774 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG	8.6 Excellent 335 reviews	View
Amari Johor Bahru	8.8 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Z Hotel Johor	8.8 Excellent 150 reviews	View

Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"NA"

Sheraton Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, good view from 22nd floor, helpful staff and sumptuous breakfast spread."

R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ

10/10 Excellent

"All’s good thanks."

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

10/10 Excellent

"Great location , staff there friendly and very good aircon ."

Suasana JB Central by TPL

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast at level 34 was nice. highest cafe in all of JB"

Atelier Hotel Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Location is quite convenient. Near to eateries and massage places. Cleanliness of the property could have been better. There is a morning market on Mondays. The property is along a busy street. Can be noisy in the mornings."

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

8/10 Good

"Night can get quite noisy"

T Hotel Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Nearness to train station"

Attrus By LSE - Hostel

8/10 Good

"The bunks are built into the walls and very sturdy. The mattress is asian firm, with a thick duvet which is useful as the AC is strong. The bunk also has a privacy curtain, a private light and an electrical socket. There were also 2 USB socket, but they were broken. There's a locker under the bed, which could fit my small backpack and a small suitcase. You'll need a padlock though. There were separate bathrooms for boys and girls. The boys shared bathroom had shower rooms and combined toilet/shower rooms. The wooden doors to the showers are suffering from rot, while the shower walls have signs of mould. There's also no air conditioning, so it gets hot and sweaty after a shower. A hair dryer was provided in the showers. The hotel is close to the main sights of Johor Bahru. All of these were with in easy walking distance: the Old Temple of Johor Bahru; Skyscape; JB Sentral and City Square. There's also a restaurant on the ground floor of the hotel and a cafe next door. Other than the bathroom condition, the only thing I didn't like were the unfriendly the staff. They're not particularly happy or welcoming. Otherwise, I was happy with the stay as the bunks are clean and comfortable. That's all I needed for a 1 day visit to the city"

Other attractions near Istana Besar

A pelican standing on a railing by a green body of water with trees and buildings in the background.

Johor Zoo

7.0/10 (15 reviews)

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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A long corridor with a blue floor, white walls, and yellow doors.

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

6.4/10 (8 reviews)

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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A red colonial-style building with white trim, ornate balconies, and traditional lanterns.

Tan Hiok Nee

Find out about the history of Bandar Johor Bahru when you spend time at Tan Hiok Nee. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Royal Abu Bakar Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Royal Abu Bakar Museum in Johor Bahru. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar

Learn about the local history of Johor Bahru when you spend time at Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Sultan Ibrahim Building

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting Sultan Ibrahim Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bandar Johor Bahru. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum during your trip to Bandar Johor Bahru. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Sri Raja Mariamman Temple

After visiting Sri Raja Mariamman Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bandar Johor Bahru. Visit the area's shops or amble around its picturesque gardens.

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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 128 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Istana Besar?

Amari Johor Bahru is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. 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 Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG.

How many hotels are there close to Istana Besar?

Expedia has 128 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 Danga Bay Park, Woodlands Waterfront Park and Choa Chu Kang 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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1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

3. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

4. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

5. Amari Johor Bahru

6. Sheraton Johor Bahru

7. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

8. Ibis Styles Johor Bahru City Centre

9. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

10. Z Hotel Johor

11. Belllo Hotel JB Central

12. KSL Hotel & Resort

13. CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

14. T Hotel Johor Bahru

15. Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

16. Suasana JB Central by TPL

17. Hotel J.B.

18. Hotel CIQ, Jalan Trus

19. Hotel CIQ @ Wong Ah Fook

20. Suasana Suites by Subhome

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Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

Sheraton Johor Bahru

R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Suasana JB Central by TPL

Atelier Hotel Johor Bahru

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

T Hotel Johor Bahru

Attrus By LSE - Hostel

Other attractions near Istana Besar

Johor Zoo

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

Tan Hiok Nee

Royal Abu Bakar Museum

Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar

Sultan Ibrahim Building

Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum

Sri Raja Mariamman Temple

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