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A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.
A high-rise building with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a marina with boats.
A modern sculpture in a grassy area with high-rise buildings in the background.
A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

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

R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
Central District, 1 mi from Istana Besar
Singapore
Arnel
$42 nightly
$48 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a small pool, and surrounding greenery.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden countertops, and a buffet setup.
A modern hotel room with a large sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a city view through large windows.
An outdoor café with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a view of a building.

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar
Singapore
Natasha
$77 nightly
$85 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple dining tables, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a green wall feature.
An aerial view of a rooftop pool with a tiled floor, a white border, and lounge chairs.
A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a view into the dining area.

3. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru Old Town, 1 mi from Istana Besar
Singapore
Arnel
$81 nightly
$91 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and a glass ceiling overlooking the ocean.
A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the city.
A modern restaurant with a long counter, bar seating, and a patterned floor.
A modern bar area with a marble countertop, red bar stools, and a beverage display.

4. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar
Malaysia
Albee
$87 nightly
$96 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
A modern hotel room with a curved window, a sofa, a small table, and a kitchenette.
A modern indoor lounge area with wicker furniture, a wall-mounted plant shelf, and a large potted tree.
A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a wooden floor.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a view of tall buildings through large windows.

5. Z Hotel Johor

Z Hotel Johor
Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar
United States
Mona
$43 nightly
$48 total
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Z Hotel Johor
A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a city view.
A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a city view.
Room
A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, comfortable seating, and a city view.

6. Sheraton Johor Bahru

Sheraton Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.2 mi from Istana Besar
Singapore
Cristal Su Yin
$159 nightly
$174 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Sheraton Johor Bahru
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign and a well-lit entrance.
A water park with multiple water slides and a pool area.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.
A spacious lobby with a curved reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.4 mi from Istana Besar
United States
Vidyasagar
$52 nightly
$59 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a city view, and a bar area with bottles and glasses.
A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a table with a candle, and a cityscape view at night.
A modern reception area with marble countertops, decorative wall panels, and a skylight.
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

8. Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar
Singapore
ShengJia
$86 nightly
$95 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Amari Johor Bahru
A view of a rooftop pool with a cityscape in the background.
A high-rise building with a grid-like facade, featuring a pattern of green and white panels.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a potted plant, and a patterned wall.
A restaurant with a white exterior, arched windows, and a signboard.

9. Twin Galaxy Residences

Twin Galaxy Residences
Taman Abad, 1.6 mi from Istana Besar
Singapore
choo wee
$45 nightly
$50 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Twin Galaxy Residences
A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A modern dining area with a black table and white chairs, a wooden bookshelf, and large potted plants.
A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A modern multi-story hotel named HAVONA HOTEL with a clean, contemporary design featuring white walls and orange accents.

10. Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In

Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In
Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.1 mi from Istana Besar
Canada
Mohan
$18 nightly
$19 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Bella Hotel".
A hallway with a wooden floor, white walls, and a metal railing. There are potted plants along the railing.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a television.
A multi-level interior with a wooden staircase, white walls, and a tiled floor.

11. Belllo Hotel JB Central

Belllo Hotel JB Central
Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar
Malaysia
Norridzuan
$41 nightly
$41 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Belllo Hotel JB Central
A waterfront patio with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the city skyline.
A modern living room with glass walls, a red chair, two sofas, and a flat-screen TV.
A pathway lined with trees and a building with a modern design.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed with a towel, and a framed picture on the wall.

12. R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB
Central District, 0.8 mi from Istana Besar
United Kingdom
Irene
$56 nightly
$63 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB
A modern dining area with tables set for meals, a large window offering a city view, and a potted plant adding greenery.
A rooftop infinity pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by glass walls offering city views.
A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, prominent pillars, and a well-lit exterior.
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a wooden reception desk, a logo, and a television.

13. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.6 mi from Istana Besar
Singapore
Abdul Rahim
$63 nightly
$70 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
A rooftop swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a glass-enclosed area with seating.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern ceiling design.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a city view through the window.

14. TROVE Johor Bahru

TROVE Johor Bahru
Taman Abad, 1.6 mi from Istana Besar
Singapore
Seng-Hoe
$64 nightly
$72 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
TROVE Johor Bahru
A modern indoor pool area with a clear view of the city skyline in the background.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a desk with a plant.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a balcony with a city view.
A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, large windows, and a tiled floor.

15. Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.1 mi from Istana Besar
Singapore
Mohamad Dali
$49 nightly
$49 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
A modern building with a glass facade, a waterfront promenade with outdoor seating, and a view of the city skyline at dusk.
A modern kitchen with a refrigerator, sink, and dining area with a table and chairs.
A swimming pool with blue mosaic tiles, surrounded by modern buildings and palm trees.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a view to the outside.

16. R&F TrexHomestay

R&F TrexHomestay
Central District, 0.9 mi from Istana Besar
Singapore
KAI JIN
$62 nightly
$70 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
R&F TrexHomestay
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.
A multi-story building with a colorful facade featuring diagonal stripes in red, blue, yellow, and white. The ground floor has a sign for "HOTEL SHOBI" and another sign indicating "NOW OPEN."
A hallway with a wooden door, a potted plant, an elevator, and a sign indicating the direction to the kitchen.
A clean, well-lit lobby with a sofa set, a small table, a potted plant, a fire hose reel, and a refrigerator.

17. Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB
Johor Bahru Old Town, 1 mi from Istana Besar
Canada
Daryl
$17 nightly
$18 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, and a wooden table.
A hotel reception area with a check-in counter, a wooden chair, a suitcase, and a motorcycle.
A staircase with red railings and shutters, leading to an interior space.
A hallway with wooden sliding doors, a potted plant on a wooden stump, and a patterned carpet.

18. CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.6 mi from Istana Besar
Singapore
Michael
$29 nightly
$34 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
A balcony with two white wire mesh chairs and a round table with a glass object. A river and buildings are visible in the background.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a TV displaying a movie.
A balcony with a view of a swimming pool, surrounded by high-rise buildings.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

19. R&F Princess Cove at ANJU

R&F Princess Cove at ANJU
Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.2 mi from Istana Besar
Singapore
Simon
$46 nightly
$49 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
R&F Princess Cove at ANJU
A hotel lobby with a check-in counter, seating area, and a 'WELCOME' mat.
A reception area with a green sofa, a red chair, a patterned floor, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outside through large windows.
A tall hotel building with a modern design, featuring a grid of windows and a prominent sign at the top.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

20. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar
Singapore
Tan
$33 nightly
$38 total
Oct 8 - Oct 9
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
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
9.4
Exceptional
179 reviews
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A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a small pool, and surrounding greenery.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple dining tables, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and a glass ceiling overlooking the ocean.
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
8.8
Excellent
775 reviews
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A modern hotel room with a curved window, a sofa, a small table, and a kitchenette.
Z Hotel Johor
8.8
Excellent
153 reviews
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Other attractions near Istana Besar

A pelican standing on a railing by a green body of water with trees and buildings in the background.

Johor Zoo

7.0/10 (15 reviews)
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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A long corridor with a blue floor, white walls, and yellow doors.

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

6.4/10 (8 reviews)
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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A red colonial-style building with white trim, ornate balconies, and traditional lanterns.
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Tan Hiok Nee

Learn about the local history of Bandar Johor Bahru with a stop at Tan Hiok Nee. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.
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Royal Abu Bakar Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Royal Abu Bakar Museum in Johor Bahru. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar

Learn about the local history of Johor Bahru when you take a trip to Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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Sultan Ibrahim Building

7.4/10 (3 reviews)
After visiting Sultan Ibrahim Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bandar Johor Bahru. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum during your travels in Bandar Johor Bahru. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Sri Raja Mariamman Temple

After visiting Sri Raja Mariamman Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bandar Johor Bahru. Visit the area's shops or amble around its picturesque gardens.
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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 128 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 Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru.
How many hotels will I find close to Istana Besar?
Expedia has 128 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, Woodlands Waterfront Park, and Marsiling 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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