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JB R&F Cove Seaview Bay 4BR Unit (Kitchen/Refrigerator/Washing Machine/Free Parking)

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool loungers

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

Central District, 1.7 km from Istana Besar

Arnel

€42

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Central District, 0.7 km from Istana Besar

Mui San

€57

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

3. Z Hotel Johor

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Mona

€46

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.2 km from Istana Besar

Natasha

€73

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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

5. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.6 km from Istana Besar

Jeammie

€84

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

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

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Top Floor)

6. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Poomahdevi

€94

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

7. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar

Faye

€63

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

8. Amari Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Noelle Jin Ci

€87

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

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

9. Sheraton Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.9 km from Istana Besar

Vijay

€151

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living area

10. Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

Central District, 1.8 km from Istana Besar

Mohamad Dali

€46

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

11. Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In

Central District, 1.8 km from Istana Besar

Kevin

€24

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

12. Twin Galaxy Residences

Taman Abad, 2.6 km from Istana Besar

choo wee

€46

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, soundproofing

13. R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

Central District, 1.3 km from Istana Besar

"The location is great. It is just 15min from JB CIQ. There are many food options and Jaya Grocer is available for other needs. Staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The room is extremely comfortable with lots of amenities. Main complaint is the noise. I stayed on the 13rd floor on Friday and Saturday. The motorcycle noise from the road (apartment facing a major road) is unbearable. It continued until 2 to 3am on both night. I initally thought there was a F1 bike race but it is just heavy...

Tiong Ghee

€51

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

14. Belllo Hotel JB Central

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Norridzuan

€42

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

15. CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar

Hui Hui

€32

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Living area

43-inch Smart TV with cable channels, Netflix, streaming services

16. R&F TrexHomestay

Central District, 1.5 km from Istana Besar

KAI JIN

€81

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

17. R&F Princess Cove at ANJU

Central District, 1.9 km from Istana Besar

Simon

€43

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

18. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Chin Sung

€38

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

19. Suasana JB Central by TPL

Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar

Farooq

€46

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, individually decorated

20. Attrus By LSE - Hostel

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Ken

€25

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Istana Besar

Property	Property class	Guest rating
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ	9.4 Exceptional 169 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG	8.6 Excellent 330 reviews	View
Z Hotel Johor	8.8 Excellent 144 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

"Great for longer stays. "

Z Hotel Johor

8/10 Good

"We have been staying at this hotel for almost every trip to JB. It’s value for money and within walking distance from the CIQ. One thing to note is that even if you have placed the “do not disturb” sign, they will still enter and do the basic housekeeping."

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."

KSL Hotel & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Had a nice comfy stay"

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient location, clean rooms and polite staff."

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable stay."

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 Taman Merdeka, Woodlands Waterfront Park and Danga Bay 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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Our top choices for Istana Besar hotels

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

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

3. Z Hotel Johor

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

5. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

6. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

7. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

8. Amari Johor Bahru

9. Sheraton Johor Bahru

10. Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

11. Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In

12. Twin Galaxy Residences

13. R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

14. Belllo Hotel JB Central

15. CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

16. R&F TrexHomestay

17. R&F Princess Cove at ANJU

18. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

19. Suasana JB Central by TPL

20. Attrus By LSE - Hostel

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Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

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

Z Hotel Johor

Suasana JB Central by TPL

Sheraton Johor Bahru

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru

KSL Hotel & Resort

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

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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