Johor Bahru Hotel Guide - Istana Besar hotels in Johor Bahru, Malaysia.
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Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
10/10 Excellent
"Room is good, location is good"
Amari Johor Bahru
10/10 Excellent
"Staff was friendly and nice. Check in was seamless. Always stay there during weekend trip in JB."
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
10/10 Excellent
"Rooms are spacious and clean. Customer service are great, very friendly front desk and even cleaners at our level.
The morning breakfast is impressive in terms of spread. Most Asian cuisine can be found and western too.
The only draw back is its location, a bit far away from shopping malls. "
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
10/10 Excellent
"24hr makan spot just opposite .
Bit disappointed that the room was only ready at 5pm though checkin is from 3pm. And this was not communicated by the staff beforehand thougg we had messaged them a day before
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R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
10/10 Excellent
"Good View, Convenient Location"
Z Hotel Johor
10/10 Excellent
"Clean"
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
10/10 Excellent
"Room and staff ok. Breakfast not worth"
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
10/10 Excellent
"朝食の種類と会場の混雑具合以外は本当に快適に過ごせるホテルです。"
Sheraton Johor Bahru
10/10 Excellent
"Went on a last min staycay on the weekend of 9 to 10 Jan. My family of 4 was lucky enough to get the last available Family suite. We were promptly assisted with our luggage by the staff at the reception. Check in was attended to by a smiley lady at the counter. Dennis who I think might be the manager on duty graciously allowed me to choose a complimentary cake from the hotel restaurant when he found out it was my bday which was a nice gesture.
The room was beautifully designed especially the children's double deck bed and bathtub area. My kids loved it. We also got a complimentary bfast at the lounge the nx morning. Requested for a late check out but as the suite was quite limited, it was not possible. However, the hotel kindly offered a spare hotel room for an additional 2hrs hours to use for free as my son had his zoom online tuition class. I really appreciated this as the rest of the family could still rest while my son was having his class.
Once the attached mall is open downstairs, I'm sure Sheraton JB will be more popular among Singaporeans since it's also near to the CIQ.
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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 124 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 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 124 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 Sri Raja Mariamman Temple and Tan Hiok Nee highlight some of the local culture. Spend some time wandering around Danga Bay Park, Taman Merdeka 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.