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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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel, fantastic rooms and nice breakfast. Restaurant is on the very expensive side for JB"
Australia
Robert
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 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, (306 reviews)
"Pleasant stay "
Malaysia
ariza
The price is AU$88
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
JB R&F Cove Seaview Bay 4BR Unit (Kitchen/Refrigerator/Washing Machine/Free Parking)

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, (108 reviews)
"Staff is friendly and helpful. Good place to stay. "
Singapore
JIANLIANG
The price is AU$84
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
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 AU$84
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Z Hotel Johor
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Very good & nice stay"
Malaysia
Hafezullah Amin
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Amari Johor Bahru
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, (722 reviews)
"Room is good, location is good"
Singapore
Teck Khoon
The price is AU$138
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
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 AU$144
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 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 AU$85
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 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

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 AU$67
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 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)
"Clean and decent. Rooms are generally comfortable, only thing is don’t have warbrobe. Having mahjong room is great! Booked 2 units and 1 of them don’t have frying pan for own cooking. Overall still clean and decent accommodation. "
Singapore
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$79
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

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 AU$198
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Sheraton Johor Bahru
Front of property

Belllo Hotel JB Central

Belllo Hotel JB Central
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (585 reviews)
"Good"
Singapore
kok khiang
The price is AU$97
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Belllo Hotel JB Central
Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom

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 AU$37
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 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 AU$114
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
R&F TrexHomestay
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

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 AU$55
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
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
Deluxe Double Room | Balcony

R&F Princess Cove at ANJU

R&F Princess Cove at ANJU
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.9 km from Istana Besar
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (26 reviews)
"Ideal place for a good relaxation for family n friends "
Singapore
Simon
The price is AU$82
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
R&F Princess Cove at ANJU
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 AU$74
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
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Compare popular hotels close to Istana Besar

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
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Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
306 reviews
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JB R&F Cove Seaview Bay 4BR Unit (Kitchen/Refrigerator/Washing Machine/Free Parking)
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
4.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
108 reviews
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Smart TV
Z Hotel Johor
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
135 reviews
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Amari Johor Bahru
5.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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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
"Stayed here multiple times. Spotless apartment each time, extremely responsive and helpful staff. Highly recommended."
Lai Huat 2-night trip
Posted 3 days 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 featuring heritage architecture and a mosque

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 Taman Merdeka, Danga Bay Park 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.