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Top Trending Hotels Near Istana Besar

R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, sun loungers

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

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (22)
"Good stay overall"
The price is P2,657
P3,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
Free daily buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (257)
"Stayed at the family suite and it was a lovely stay!"
The price is P2,569
P3,403 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 15 - Aug 16
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Comfortable and clean rooms. "
The price is P4,451
P5,387 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
R&F Superior Homestay By Han Lin Sojourn
Interior

R&F Superior Homestay By Han Lin Sojourn

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"Enjoy this home stay. It is nice, clean and friendly host. "
The price is P4,210
P6,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
R&F Superior Homestay By Han Lin Sojourn
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Reception

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (966)
"We had an amazing stay here! The room was comfortable, the pool was well-maintained and the breakfast was delicious. Will be back again soon!"
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (627)
"Room is clean and well equipped. Location close to amenities and full of dining options. Enjoyed our stay there."
The price is P5,325
P6,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Amari Johor Bahru
Poolside bar

Amari Johor Bahru

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"I have been staying at Amari many times and will continue to do so. They have never disappoint me with their rooms, services and facilities."
The price is P4,829
P5,832 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Amari Johor Bahru
Z Hotel Johor
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Z Hotel Johor

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (119)
"Good service.. location is good, near ciq. Walking distance to shopping malls. "
Z Hotel Johor
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
Plasma TV

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (394)
"Comfortable stay"
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB
Exterior

R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (67)
"Nice and spacey Very helpful hosts "
R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB
Pinnacle Tower Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool

Pinnacle Tower Johor Bahru

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"Place is near KSL, food joint nearby, easy to get grab"
Pinnacle Tower Johor Bahru
Belllo Hotel JB Central
Front of property

Belllo Hotel JB Central

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (574)
"Can’t watch TV poor signal. Overall okay."
Belllo Hotel JB Central
Ramada Suites by Wyndham The Straits Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool

Ramada Suites by Wyndham The Straits Johor Bahru

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (76)
"Short vacay with family to the southern side of Malaysia…exploring the nature and city with affordable stay at this hotel."
The price is P3,809
P4,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Ramada Suites by Wyndham The Straits Johor Bahru
SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene
Outdoor pool

SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"On the plus side, the apartment was very clean and spacious with a good view. On the downside,there was no toaster for European travellers, also the small hotplate provided did not work. "
The price is P1,838
P3,388 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene
Attrus By LSE - Hostel
Lobby

Attrus By LSE - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (19)
"Central easy location to commute to Singapore "
Attrus By LSE - Hostel
R&F TrexHomestay
Exterior

R&F TrexHomestay

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (12)
"Excellent stay at R&F TrexHomestay, the apartment was clean, spacious and comfortable. Communication with the host was seamless and accommodating to late check-in request. The apartment is located close to the checkpoint, and there are plenty of F&B options inside the R&F mall."
The price is P2,905
P3,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
R&F TrexHomestay
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5)
"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. "
The price is P2,423
P3,400 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (83)
"A decent budget hotel."
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
Twin Galaxy Residences
Exterior

Twin Galaxy Residences

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (11)
"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."
Twin Galaxy Residences
R&F Princess Cove at ANJU
Balcony

R&F Princess Cove at ANJU

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (22)
"Check in was smooth, and efficient. Property was clean and well maintained."
The price is P1,912
P3,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
R&F Princess Cove at ANJU
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Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent
"For the price paid, the place was good. Can consider it. Grab to hotel was no issue so I'm happy with the place."
Adrian 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

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, check out the 85 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Istana Besar?

Amari Johor Bahru is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1 km) from Istana Besar. Other good options close by include Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru and Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG.

How many hotels will I find close to Istana Besar?

Expedia has 85 hotels and other accommodations 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 hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Istana Besar.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Istana Besar?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Istana Besar, head over to our customer service page.

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 Danga Bay Park, Taman Merdeka, and Woodlands Waterfront Park.

How can I get to Istana Besar?

If you want to venture outside of the area, hop aboard a train at JB Sentral. There might not be many public transit options to choose from near Istana Besar so consider renting a car to see more of the area.