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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (270)
"Stayed at the family suite and it was a lovely stay!"
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (989)
"Bed was comfy, staff pleasant."
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

R&F Superior Homestay By Han Lin Sojourn

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"Enjoy this home stay. It is nice, clean and friendly host. "
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
R&F Superior Homestay By Han Lin Sojourn

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Clean, convenient, quiet place."
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Excellent service and hotel"
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Amari Johor Bahru

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (649)
"Location is very good and cleanness. "
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Z Hotel Johor

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (121)
"Noisy . Staff are polite and helpful. Place is clean ."
Z Hotel Johor

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

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (43)
"Good stay overall"
The price is €47
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (408)
"Good location spacious n clean "
The price is €54
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (73)
"We had a great stay. The communication was clear and the host was responsive. "
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

Belllo Hotel JB Central

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (575)
"Important! There is a tax charge only accept cash. Didnt mention when I book the room 3 months ago. Make sure you have enough cash before you go check in. The window is facing corridor, and corridors are open, you can hear clearly when people in and out. Still, room is clean, staff are nice."
Belllo Hotel JB Central

Pinnacle Tower Johor Bahru

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"Place is near KSL, food joint nearby, easy to get grab"
Pinnacle Tower Johor Bahru

Ramada Suites by Wyndham The Straits Johor Bahru

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (77)
"Helpful and clean "
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Ramada Suites by Wyndham The Straits Johor Bahru

Attrus By LSE - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (19)
"Central easy location to commute to Singapore "
Attrus By LSE - Hostel

SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"On the plus side, the apartment was very clean and spacious with a good view. On the downside,there was no toaster for European travellers, also the small hotplate provided did not work. "
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene

R&F TrexHomestay

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (12)
"A rather ok choice of accommodation."
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
R&F TrexHomestay

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. "
The price is €52
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (83)
"A decent budget hotel."
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4)
"Reasonable price & location wise is good "
The price is €18
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In

Twin Galaxy Residences

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (11)
"Good location - very comparable to the 3-4 star hotels around. (ie: New York, KSL, Gp, etc) Parking is good, and my vehicle feels safe(compared to other hotels). Ample food options at the ground level as well."
Twin Galaxy Residences
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Destinations near Johor Bahru

The Vicar Church Of Immaculate Conception

The Vicar Church Of Immaculate Conception

Learn about the local history of Bandar Johor Bahru when you spend time at The Vicar Church Of Immaculate Conception. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Komtar JBCC

Komtar JBCC

During your visit to Bandar Johor Bahru, you can do some window-shopping at Komtar JBCC. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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 86 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 km) from Istana Besar. Other good options close by include Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru and Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG.

How many hotels are there close to Istana Besar?

Expedia has 86 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.