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Top Trending Hotels Near Istana Besar

D'Resort at Downtown East
Front of property – evening/night
D'Resort at Downtown East
3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"We enjoyed our stay very much. Our room was very comfortable with plenty of room. It was easy distance from the airport & the free shuttle bus from the shopping centre to the MRT station was great."
The price is ฿3,792
฿4,185 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
D'Resort at Downtown East
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Good location. Rooms clean with good amenties. Good service. Gym and pool are decent for a hotel. Minot gripe is design of shower area which might flood the sink area "
The price is ฿2,370
฿2,874 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
St. Giles Southkey
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
St. Giles Southkey
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (403)
"St Giles never disappoints! Clean, classy and comfortable and easy access to the mall."
The price is ฿2,385
฿2,674 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
St. Giles Southkey
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre, an IHG Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (418)
"Clean"
The price is ฿2,311
฿2,824 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre, an IHG Hotel
KSL Hotel & Resort
Premier Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool (Check in at D'Esplanade Residence) | Living area | LCD TV
KSL Hotel & Resort
4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1008)
"The room is value for money. It is very convenient with an attach mall."
The price is ฿1,236
฿1,432 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
KSL Hotel & Resort
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (837)
"The room is very clean."
The price is ฿2,797
฿3,099 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Amari Johor Bahru
Poolside bar
Amari Johor Bahru
4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"The breakfast is great, the hotel staff are friendly and helpful. The rooms are clean and of a good size."
The price is ฿2,486
฿3,012 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Amari Johor Bahru
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru, an IHG Hotel
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru, an IHG Hotel
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (165)
"Nice and clean place. Friendly and helpful staff. Location is a bit off - not much to do for me around the vincinity "
The price is ฿1,321
฿1,636 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru, an IHG Hotel
Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel
Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (921)
"Nice and clean room. Good views of city from the room. Friendly and approachable staff."
The price is ฿2,797
฿3,099 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel
Changi Cove
Beach nearby
Changi Cove
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Everything was great aside from the bed was hard and worn out. Service was great."
Changi Cove
Resorts World Sentosa - Genting Hotel Jurong
Rooftop terrace
Resorts World Sentosa - Genting Hotel Jurong
3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (522)
"Very comfortable, The staff friendly. Room is clean Will Back to stay. Nice hotel"
The price is ฿4,404
฿5,374 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Resorts World Sentosa - Genting Hotel Jurong
The Straits Suites & Residences
Outdoor pool
The Straits Suites & Residences
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (60)
"Very clean, very spacious Sound proofing not so good but bed and rooms are comfortable help in sleep Basic amenities are provided Like the view at breakfast Breakfast variety is limited but delicious Couldn't connect to the wifi"
The Straits Suites & Residences
LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort
Children’s activities
LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Nice hotel for kids activites and kids onl.. Kids want to stay thre forever"
The price is ฿7,070
฿7,776 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort
Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre
Interior
Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre
4.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Good location, walking distance to KSL mall and good eateries around. 15 mins to Midvalley mall and JB sentral too. Buffet breakfast is average. Front desk service is good. Room is very spacious too"
Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre
Fives Hotel DNP
Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Fives Hotel DNP
2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (64)
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Fives Hotel DNP
Amerin Hotel Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool
Amerin Hotel Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (643)
"Ok for a short staycation and the satay is quite nice at the coffeeshop within a walking distance."
Amerin Hotel Johor Bahru
Trinidad Suites Johor, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Trinidad Suites Johor, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (44)
"Stay was simple as it was only a single-night stay. It was an apartment-like hotel but we got fairly disappointed that lots of amenities were not found within the unit. Website published the provision of plenty of amenities. However, we had to request for very basic amenities such as toilet hand soap/hand wash! We were even informed that toothbrushes are not provided. It would be fine if toothbrush kit are not provided if is an serviced apartment style accom but the accom publicise itself as a...
The price is ฿2,021
฿2,260 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Trinidad Suites Johor, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Fraser Place Puteri Harbour
Front of property
Fraser Place Puteri Harbour
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (236)
"It was convenient for short stay"
Fraser Place Puteri Harbour
Fives Hotel Johor Bahru City Centre
Interior entrance
Fives Hotel Johor Bahru City Centre
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (88)
"First room they assigned me, the aircon was not working very well and there was no minibar. So, I asked to upgrade to another room with a better aircon and with a minibar at an extra cost of RM120. Stay was very comfortable after that. "
Fives Hotel Johor Bahru City Centre
Suasana All Suites Hotel
Outdoor pool
Suasana All Suites Hotel
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (349)
"Aircon in all rooms did not come on at all when we first check in. Had to wait 2 hours and even call maintenance before aircon came on. Aircon was also intermittent throughout the night. Property is very nice and clean though."
Suasana All Suites Hotel
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Istana Besar hotels information

Number of reviews
11,758
Accommodation
836 hotels
Lowest Price
฿1,236
Highest Price
฿7,070

Destinations near Johor Bahru

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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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Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

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 66 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, an IHG Hotel and Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre, an IHG Hotel.

How many hotels are there close to Istana Besar?

Expedia has 66 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. Sri Raja Mariamman Temple, Istana Pasir Pelangi and Istana Bukit Serene are some of the local landmarks to explore. Spend some time wandering around Woodlands Waterfront Park, Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve and Taman Merdeka.

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.

Istana Besar Hotel Reviews
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KSL Hotel & Resort

KSL Hotel & Resort

5/5 Excellent
"Clean"
A verified traveller stayed at KSL Hotel & Resort
Posted 4 days ago
KSL Hotel & Resort