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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
4.0 star property
Central District, 0.4 mi from Istana Besar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (306 reviews)
"Pleasant stay "
Malaysia
ariza
$55 nightly
The price is $62
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Z Hotel Johor

Z Hotel Johor
3.0 star property
Central District, 0.7 mi 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
$52 nightly
The price is $59
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Total with taxes and fees
Z Hotel Johor

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 0.7 mi 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
$86 nightly
The price is $95
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Total with taxes and fees
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
Central District, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (722 reviews)
"Room is good, location is good"
Singapore
Teck Khoon
$87 nightly
The price is $96
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru
5.0 star property
Central District, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Very good & nice stay"
Malaysia
Hafezullah Amin
$85 nightly
The price is $93
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Total with taxes and fees
Amari Johor Bahru

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 0.6 mi from Istana Besar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (422 reviews)
"Staff were helpful, freindly and accomadating"
Australia
Andrew
$53 nightly
The price is $60
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Total with taxes and fees
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 1 mi from Istana Besar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The reception was friendly and helpful. Room was spacious and clean. Close to shopping mall and Checkpoint to Singapore. Good location. "
Australia
Cindy
$95 nightly
The price is $106
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Total with taxes and fees
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

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 mi from Istana Besar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (107 reviews)
"Staff is friendly and helpful. Good place to stay. "
Singapore
JIANLIANG
$37 nightly
The price is $43
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Total with taxes and fees
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ

R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB
4.0 star property
Central District, 0.8 mi 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

SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene

SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 mi 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
$42 nightly
The price is $48
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Total with taxes and fees
SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene

Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 mi 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 traveler
$50 nightly
The price is $57
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Total with taxes and fees
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

Sheraton Johor Bahru

Sheraton Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.2 mi 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
$128 nightly
The price is $141
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Total with taxes and fees
Sheraton Johor Bahru

Belllo Hotel JB Central

Belllo Hotel JB Central
3.0 star property
Central District, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (584 reviews)
"Good"
Singapore
kok khiang
$64 nightly
The price is $71
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Belllo Hotel JB Central

R&F TrexHomestay

R&F TrexHomestay
3.0 star property
Central District, 0.9 mi from Istana Besar
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (12 reviews)
"A rather ok choice of accommodation."
Singapore
KAI JIN
$73 nightly
The price is $81
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
R&F TrexHomestay

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
3.0 star property
Central District, 0.6 mi from Istana Besar
7.6 out of 10, Good, (86 reviews)
"A decent budget hotel."
Singapore
Hui Hui
$34 nightly
The price is $40
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Total with taxes and fees
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In

Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In
2.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 mi from Istana Besar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"Reasonable price & location wise is good "
Singapore
Wannadwah
$21 nightly
The price is $26
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Total with taxes and fees
Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In

Twin Galaxy Residences

Twin Galaxy Residences
3.0 star property
Taman Abad, 1.6 mi 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

Attrus By LSE - Hostel

Attrus By LSE - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central District, 0.7 mi 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

R&F Princess Cove at ANJU

R&F Princess Cove at ANJU
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.2 mi from Istana Besar
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (26 reviews)
"Ideal place for a good relaxation for family n friends "
Singapore
Simon
$45 nightly
The price is $51
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Total with taxes and fees
R&F Princess Cove at ANJU

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
3.5 star property
Central District, 0.7 mi 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
$46 nightly
The price is $52
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Total with taxes and fees
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
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Compare popular hotels close to Istana Besar

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
306 reviews
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Smart TV
Z Hotel Johor
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
135 reviews
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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
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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
Excellent
722 reviews
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Amari Johor Bahru
5.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
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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, check out the 126 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 (1.1 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 will I find close to Istana Besar?
Expedia has 126 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?
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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?
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.

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