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Thistle Johor Bahru

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Outdoor pool
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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Overview of Thistle Johor Bahru

Thistle Johor Bahru

4.5 star property

3.7/5 Good

Guests rated this property 3.7/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • Social distancing
  • Temperature checks
Map
Jalan Sungai Chat, Johor Bahru, Johor, 80100

Explore the area

  • Popular LocationSultan Abu Bakar State Mosque14 min walk
  • Popular LocationMasjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar17 min walk
  • Popular LocationJohor Zoo17 min walk
  • AirportJohor Bahru (JHB-Senai Intl.)33 min drive

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About this area

Johor Bahru

Thistle Johor Bahru is located in Central District, a neighbourhood in Johor Bahru, and is near the airport and on the waterfront. Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple and Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Johor Bahru City Square and AEON Tebrau City. Johor Zoo and Angry Birds Activity Park Johor Bahru are not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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What's nearby

  • Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque - 14 min walk
  • Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar - 17 min walk
  • Johor Zoo - 17 min walk
  • Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple - 6 min drive
  • Sultan Abu Bakar Royal Palace Museum - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • JB Sentral - 5 min drive
  • Kranji Station - 9 min drive
  • Senai International Airport (JHB) - 33 min drive

About this property

Thistle Johor Bahru

Luxury Johor Bahru hotel in Central District, near Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque
This hotel features 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and an outdoor tennis court are on-site.
Thistle Johor Bahru offers 382 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include dressing gowns, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services.

Languages

English, Malay

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Follows the regional cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe & Clean (Malaysia)

Social distancing

Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks are required at the property
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–10:30 AM: MYR 40 for adults and MYR 20 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Glass
  • Oasis

Things to do

  • Aerobics classes
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Pilates classes
  • Spa services
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • A meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Entertainment

  • LCD TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Turndown service

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee (amount varies)
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express checkout

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax of MYR 10.00 per accommodation, per night is imposed by the country of Malaysia and collected at the property from 1 January 2023. Permanent residents and Malaysian nationals are exempt from the tax. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: MYR 40 for adults and MYR 20 for children (approximately)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability, amount varies)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability, amount varies)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Be prepared: check the latest COVID-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
A car is required for transport to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Johor Bahru Thistle
Thistle Hotel
Thistle Hotel Johor Bahru
Thistle Johor Bahru
Thistle Johor Bahru Hotel Johor Bahru
Thistle Johor Bahru Hotel
Thistle Johor Bahru Hotel
Thistle Johor Bahru Johor Bahru
Thistle Johor Bahru Hotel Johor Bahru

Frequently asked questions

Overall score and ratings

3.7

Good

Rating 5 - Excellent. 242 out of 999 reviews
5 - Excellent 24%
Rating 4 - Good. 430 out of 999 reviews
4 - Good 43%
Rating 3 - Okay. 197 out of 999 reviews
3 - Okay 20%
Rating 2 - Poor. 88 out of 999 reviews
2 - Poor 9%
Rating 1 - Terrible. 42 out of 999 reviews
1 - Terrible 4%

3.7/5

Cleanliness

3.9/5

Staff & service

3.8/5

Amenities

3.5/5

Property conditions & facilities

2.8/5

Eco-friendliness
Write a review

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big pool for water recreation and excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

1/5 Terrible

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels in JB pre covid times.Post covid,the hotel is in total disarray,especially the room Im staying in.No TV controller,torn towels,difficulty to close toilet door,no floor mat provided,very limited tissue,in room phone not working,among others. 2 years of covid they should at least maintain the standards,instead its becoming from bad to worst! The manager promised to rectify the problem 30 mins upon our arrival.After waiting for 1 hour,I have to call them up instead!The reason given was that he ended shift at 3pm but he stayed a bit to settle the issue.Become my problem that he had to stay a bit longer???Total disappointment!Buck up Thistle!Shame on you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

4/5 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All can conclude perfect accept for water in swimming pool not clean enough.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

1/5 Terrible

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Many little cockroach inside bed room, TV cabinet and bedside table.... 😠
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

3/5 Okay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rooms need to be refurbished. Currently look very old and stale.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022