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Our top choices for Istana Besar hotels

Outdoor pool, pool loungers

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.2 km from Istana Besar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great hotel, fantastic rooms and nice breakfast. Restaurant is on the very expensive side for JB"
Australia
Robert
The price is ฿2,398
฿2,910 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
4.0 star property
Central District, 0.7 km from Istana Besar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308 reviews)
"Pleasant stay "
Malaysia
ariza
The price is ฿1,582
฿2,104 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (723 reviews)
"Room is good, location is good"
Singapore
Teck Khoon
The price is ฿2,672
฿3,255 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine

Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru
5.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Very good & nice stay"
Malaysia
Hafezullah Amin
The price is ฿2,422
฿2,939 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Amari Johor Bahru
Smart TV

Z Hotel Johor

Z Hotel Johor
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (135 reviews)
"The rooms were super clean. Staff friendly and helpful. Will definitely recommend others this hotel"
Singapore
Jumana
The price is ฿1,485
฿1,833 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Z Hotel Johor
JB R&F Cove Seaview Bay 4BR Unit (Kitchen/Refrigerator/Washing Machine/Free Parking) | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
4.5 star property
Central District, 1.7 km from Istana Besar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (110 reviews)
"Staff is friendly and helpful. Good place to stay. "
Singapore
JIANLIANG
The price is ฿1,459
฿1,656 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
Daily buffet breakfast (MYR 75 per person)

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.6 km from Istana Besar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The reception was friendly and helpful. Room was spacious and clean. Close to shopping mall and Checkpoint to Singapore. Good location. "
Australia
Cindy
The price is ฿3,128
฿3,459 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Breakfast, dinner and brunch served

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (422 reviews)
"Staff were helpful, freindly and accomadating"
Australia
Andrew
The price is ฿1,672
฿1,886 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
Exterior

R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.3 km from Istana Besar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (97 reviews)
"Staff are friendly."
Singapore
Yong Chong
R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB
Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, Netflix, streaming services

SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene

SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.8 km from Istana Besar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Family friendly apartment, especially family with kids! My kids love the play area. Modern, minimalist and clean apartment. One of the best apartment in JB I have stay before 👍👍"
Singapore
Wani
The price is ฿924
฿1,548 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene
Outdoor pool

Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.8 km from Istana Besar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6 reviews)
"The apartment was good, some comments are the bathrooms were a bit small and lacked space for things. The beds were big and comfortable but ridiculously low. The absolute biggest negative was the honking from the train station and border control area, it was all the time and really annoying especially all night and it's not short honking but people hang on to the honking, ridiculous. It was quite easy to go to the mall even though there is a big construction project next door."
Sweden
Carina
The price is ฿1,114
฿1,753 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
2 restaurants, breakfast served

Sheraton Johor Bahru

Sheraton Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.9 km from Istana Besar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (21 reviews)
"Super friendly staff, hotel amenities were well-maintained, breakfast was good too!"
Singapore
Kimberly
The price is ฿4,183
฿4,599 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Sheraton Johor Bahru
Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom | Free WiFi

Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In

Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In
2.0 star property
Central District, 1.8 km from Istana Besar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"Reasonable price & location wise is good "
Singapore
Wannadwah
The price is ฿740
฿880 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In
Exterior

R&F TrexHomestay

R&F TrexHomestay
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.5 km from Istana Besar
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (12 reviews)
"A rather ok choice of accommodation."
Singapore
KAI JIN
The price is ฿2,288
฿2,552 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
R&F TrexHomestay
Reception hall

Attrus By LSE - Hostel

Attrus By LSE - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
7.6 out of 10, Good, (21 reviews)
"Central easy location to commute to Singapore "
United Kingdom
Ken
Attrus By LSE - Hostel
Indoor pool

Twin Galaxy Residences

Twin Galaxy Residences
3.0 star property
Taman Abad, 2.6 km from Istana Besar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"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
Premium Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
3.0 star property
Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar
7.6 out of 10, Good, (86 reviews)
"A decent budget hotel."
Singapore
Hui Hui
The price is ฿1,058
฿1,224 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
Reception

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
3.5 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff are friendly and the area is convenient."
Singapore
Dzulina Binte Abdul Samad
The price is ฿1,493
฿1,842 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
Outdoor pool

TROVE Johor Bahru

TROVE Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Taman Abad, 2.6 km from Istana Besar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (416 reviews)
"Good and nice place to stay"
Singapore
Yang Nyit
The price is ฿2,010
฿2,452 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
TROVE Johor Bahru
Lobby

Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.6 km from Istana Besar
7.6 out of 10, Good, (18 reviews)
"Big nice bed, i was able to sleep comfortably. The lady at the counter was so nice and helpful. "
Japan
CHIKA
Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent
"The room was great, exactly like in the pictures. There is more than what is in the description. The management is very efficient, and the complex's area is clean and well-maintained. It was a wonderful stay. And just across the bridge from Singapore. Loved it! Thank you very much, team at FUJU!!!"
Dmitry 7-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ

Hotels near other Istana Besar attractions

Central District which includes bird life, zoo animals and a pond

Johor Zoo

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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Johor Bahru which includes a mosque and heritage architecture

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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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?
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 Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru.
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 Sri Raja Mariamman Temple and Tan Hiok Nee highlight some of the local culture. Spend some time wandering around Woodlands Waterfront Park, Taman Merdeka 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.