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Our top choices for Taman Merdeka hotels

Outdoor pool, pool loungers
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 3.1 km from Taman Merdeka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Clean rooms, great amenities. Nothing to complain about except the road works outside (nothing they can do about it, though just to note when trying to walk to the hotel from CIQ)"
Singapore
Huimin
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool
TROVE Johor Bahru

TROVE Johor Bahru

TROVE Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Taman Abad, 2.8 km from Taman Merdeka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (409)
"Every things is good"
Singapore
Lee
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
TROVE Johor Bahru
Front of property – evening/night
Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre

Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre

Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre
4.5 star property
Taman Century, 3.1 km from Taman Merdeka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"super good location for food. "
Singapore
Peh
Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre
Shopping centre
JB City Shopping Mall Apartment

JB City Shopping Mall Apartment

JB City Shopping Mall Apartment
3.0 star property
Taman Abad, 3.1 km from Taman Merdeka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (92)
"great location. easy access to ksl mall even if it rain. "
Singapore
Jia Xing
The price is €43
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
JB City Shopping Mall Apartment
Premier Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool (Check in at D'Esplanade Residence) | Living area
KSL Hotel & Resort

KSL Hotel & Resort

KSL Hotel & Resort
4.0 star property
Taman Century, 3.1 km from Taman Merdeka
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1006)
"Rooms were clean and easy accessible to mall."
Singapore
Seng Huat
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
KSL Hotel & Resort
Reception
Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Taman Abad, 2.9 km from Taman Merdeka
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"A convenient place to stay."
Malaysia
logenthiran
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru
Reception
Tune Hotel - Danga Bay, Johor

Tune Hotel - Danga Bay, Johor

Tune Hotel - Danga Bay, Johor
2.0 star property
Danga Bay, 2.2 km from Taman Merdeka
7.2 out of 10, Good, (309)
"Staff is friendly and nice.. "
Singapore
Salmah
The price is €20
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Tune Hotel - Danga Bay, Johor
Exterior
New York Hotel

New York Hotel

New York Hotel
3.5 star property
Taman Abad, 2.8 km from Taman Merdeka
7.2 out of 10, Good, (506)
"Good location"
Malaysia
boonchin
New York Hotel
Lobby
G5 Hotel & Serviced Apartment

G5 Hotel & Serviced Apartment

G5 Hotel & Serviced Apartment
3.0 star property
Taman Abad, 2.7 km from Taman Merdeka
7.2 out of 10, Good, (142)
"Close to the park"
United States
Yuehui
G5 Hotel & Serviced Apartment
Courtyard
Hotel Seri Malaysia Johor Bahru

Hotel Seri Malaysia Johor Bahru

Hotel Seri Malaysia Johor Bahru
3.0 star property
Central District, 2.4 km from Taman Merdeka
6.6 out of 10, (105)
"Free parking, Lot of space. Room interior disappointed."
Malaysia
Anonymous traveller
The price is €37
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Hotel Seri Malaysia Johor Bahru
Exterior
Space Residency by A----Walk 100m to KSL

Space Residency by A----Walk 100m to KSL

Space Residency by A----Walk 100m to KSL
5.0 star property
Taman Century, 2.9 km from Taman Merdeka
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (26)
"Service was fantastic .. def staying here again. "
Singapore
Chua Yeow Meng
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Space Residency by A----Walk 100m to KSL
Indoor pool
Twin Galaxy Residences

Twin Galaxy Residences

Twin Galaxy Residences
3.0 star property
Taman Abad, 2.9 km from Taman Merdeka
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
"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."
Singapore
Aiden
Twin Galaxy Residences
Family Apartment | Living area
Country Garden Danga Bay by Widebed JB

Country Garden Danga Bay by Widebed JB

Country Garden Danga Bay by Widebed JB
3.0 star property
Danga Bay, 1.8 km from Taman Merdeka
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7)
"Nice apartment with a good sea view and a bunch of restaurants and shop nearby. Expect some motorbike sound in the night "
United States
Virgil
The price is €52
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Country Garden Danga Bay by Widebed JB
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Balcony view
Ais Kacang Sweet Home Pinnacle Tower

Ais Kacang Sweet Home Pinnacle Tower

Ais Kacang Sweet Home Pinnacle Tower
3.5 star property
Taman Abad, 2.5 km from Taman Merdeka
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (25)
"The location is convenient, it’s close to mall and other attraction"
Malaysia
Abdul Rasyid
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Ais Kacang Sweet Home Pinnacle Tower
Lobby
Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB
3.0 star property
Central District, 2.6 km from Taman Merdeka
7.6 out of 10, Good, (16)
"Nil"
Singapore
clement
The price is €24
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB
Property amenity
The Avenue M Johor Bahru

The Avenue M Johor Bahru

The Avenue M Johor Bahru
2.5 star property
Tampoi, 2.9 km from Taman Merdeka
7.4 out of 10, Good, (8)
"Let the guests know the rooms full rather than given them the smelly washroom and can't change a new room."
Singapore
Lai
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
The Avenue M Johor Bahru
Property entrance
Olive Hotel

Olive Hotel

Olive Hotel
2.5 star property
Central District, 2.3 km from Taman Merdeka
7.0 out of 10, Good, (35)
"The unique is they have 3single bed in a row in the room.."
Singapore
Nor
Olive Hotel
Design Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Balcony, Sea View | Living area
Country Garden Danga Bay Sea View Homestay by Stayrene

Country Garden Danga Bay Sea View Homestay by Stayrene

Country Garden Danga Bay Sea View Homestay by Stayrene
3.0 star property
Danga Bay, 1.8 km from Taman Merdeka
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
Country Garden Danga Bay Sea View Homestay by Stayrene
Lobby
Hotel O Villa De Rose

Hotel O Villa De Rose

Hotel O Villa De Rose
2.0 star property
Central District, 1.6 km from Taman Merdeka
5.8 out of 10, (13)
"Nice quiet place to stay and staff so friendly,it no problem to find something like food shops nearby "
Singapore
Abdul Rani
The price is €14
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Hotel O Villa De Rose
Garden
Space Residency Premier Suites Johor Bahru

Space Residency Premier Suites Johor Bahru

Space Residency Premier Suites Johor Bahru
3.0 star property
Taman Century, 2.9 km from Taman Merdeka
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
"The unit I stayed was comfortable. Nothing to complain about. Location was fabulous . Will definitely stay at Space Residency again ."
Singapore
Yee Thing Emerlyn
The price is €34
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Space Residency Premier Suites Johor Bahru
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Top Taman Merdeka Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms, great amenities. Nothing to complain about except the road works outside (nothing they can do about it, though just to note when trying to walk to the hotel from CIQ)"
Huimin 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Hotels near other Taman Merdeka attractions

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

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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Johor Golf and Country Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Johor Bahru at Johor Golf and Country Club. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Taman Merdeka?
Taman Merdeka is located in a family-friendly area of Johor Bahru known for its array of dining options and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 30 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Taman Merdeka?
Adjacent to Taman Merdeka, The Luxurious 27, Johor Bahru is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking. Other good choices close by include Ramada Suites by Wyndham The Straits Johor Bahru and GYDEN STAYCATION #The Straits Johor Bahru.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Taman Merdeka?
Expedia has 30 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Taman Merdeka.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Taman Merdeka, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Taman Merdeka.
What can I see and do near Taman Merdeka?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Sultan Abu Bakar Royal Palace Museum and Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum. Istana Besar, Sri Raja Mariamman Temple and Tan Hiok Nee are some of the local landmarks to explore. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Danga Bay Park, Nyee Phoe Flower Garden and Woodlands Waterfront Park.
How can I get to Taman Merdeka?
If you're taking a train into town, JB Sentral is the closest stop to Central District. There may not be many public transport choices close to Taman Merdeka so consider a car rental to maximise your time.

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