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

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Central District, 0.7 km from Istana Besar

Abdul Ghani

RM199

RM264 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.2 km from Istana Besar

Natasha

RM286

RM347 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

3. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Poomahdevi

RM364

RM442 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

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

4. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.6 km from Istana Besar

Jeammie

RM410

RM453 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

5. Amari Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Noelle Jin Ci

RM340

RM411 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

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

Central District, 1.9 km from Istana Besar

Vijay

RM650

RM712 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

7. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar

Faye

RM266

RM297 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

8. Fives Hotel Johor Bahru City Centre

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Kay Heok

9. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Chin Sung

RM124

RM124 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

10. Z Hotel Johor

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Mona

RM174

RM216 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request)

11. Belllo Hotel JB Central

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Norridzuan

RM168

RM199 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

12. KSL Hotel & Resort

Taman Century, 3.5 km from Istana Besar

Setmar

RM199

RM225 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

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

13. CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar

Hui Hui

RM129

RM150 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

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

14. T Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar

Bryan

RM99

RM127 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

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

15. Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

Central District, 1.6 km from Istana Besar

Daryl

RM69

RM74 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

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

16. Suasana JB Central by TPL

Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar

Farooq

RM217

RM244 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

17. Hotel J.B.

Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar

Mohamed

RM93

RM110 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

18. Hotel CIQ, Jalan Trus

Central District, 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

RM95

RM103 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

19. Hotel CIQ @ Wong Ah Fook

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Yap

RM74

RM87 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

20. Suasana Suites by Subhome

Central District, 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
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ	9.4 Exceptional 170 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG	8.6 Excellent 330 reviews	View
Z Hotel Johor	8.8 Excellent 147 reviews	View
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

KSL Hotel & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Love my stay at KSL hotel! Room is super clean, toilet bowl has a bidet. Air con is not cold but was fine for my family. Overall was a really pleasant stay."

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and well-maintained. Staff was helpful and responsive to our requests."

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Very nice hotel, however the restaurant is one to watch out for. Nice food but very very expensive for Malaysia."

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

8/10 Good

"Room was clean, location was fabulous close walking distance to mall with groceries and food places, close to ciq bridge to JB central station. Kitchen was good when you have kids but we were unable to use hob, the provide you an electric hot plate to cook on. Also only give one key card, and we had to plan how we went out and time it together with my partner. Communication via WhatsApp with host was excellent very friendly and helpful. We would probably come and stay again."

Suasana JB Central by TPL

10/10 Excellent

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

Sheraton Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Overall stay was good. Just minor issues like having only 2 towels when 3 checked in, so I had to share towel with my son even after asking. Common toilet has no trash bin. Main toilet tissue box was empty. Overall still ok la."

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Language can be a bit of a barrier but staff were friendly and also they do not offer any concierge services which was a disappointment."

Amari Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Great location, easy to walk to shops, cafes, restaurants, hawkers and a bar with live music near by is needed. Very close the causeway. Staff are very friendly and super helpful. Hotel is modern, clean and comfortable. Perfect for a weekend stay."

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient location, clean rooms and polite staff."

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

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

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel 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 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Istana Besar. Other good options close by include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG and Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG.

How many hotels are there close to Istana Besar?

Expedia has 126 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 Woodlands Waterfront Park, Taman Merdeka and Nyee Phoe Flower Garden.

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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Our top choices for Istana Besar hotels

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. Fives Hotel 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

KSL Hotel & Resort

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

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

Suasana JB Central by TPL

Sheraton Johor Bahru

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

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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