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1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Central District, 0.4 mi from Istana Besar

Abdul Ghani

$55 nightly

$61 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Total with taxes and fees

2. Amari Johor Bahru

Central District, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar

Noelle Jin Ci

$92 nightly

$101 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Total with taxes and fees

Deluxe Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

3. Z Hotel Johor

Central District, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar

Mona

$40 nightly

$46 total

Aug 27 - Aug 28

Total with taxes and fees

4. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Central District, 0.6 mi from Istana Besar

Faye

$59 nightly

$64 total

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Total with taxes and fees

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Top Floor) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

5. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Central District, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar

Poomahdevi

$91 nightly

$100 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Total with taxes and fees

3 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar

Natasha

$77 nightly

$85 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

Deluxe Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

7. Belllo Hotel JB Central

Central District, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar

Norridzuan

$45 nightly

$49 total

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Total with taxes and fees

Premium Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

8. CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

Central District, 0.6 mi from Istana Besar

Hui Hui

$25 nightly

$29 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Total with taxes and fees

Desk, laptop workspace, WiFi (free), individually decorated

9. Attrus By LSE - Hostel

Central District, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar

Ken

$24 nightly

$29 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Total with taxes and fees

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, soundproofing

10. R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

Central District, 0.8 mi from Istana Besar

"The location is great. It is just 15min from JB CIQ. There are many food options and Jaya Grocer is available for other needs. Staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The room is extremely comfortable with lots of amenities. Main complaint is the noise. I stayed on the 13rd floor on Friday and Saturday. The motorcycle noise from the road (apartment facing a major road) is unbearable. It continued until 2 to 3am on both night. I initally thought there was a F1 bike race but it is just heavy...

Tiong Ghee

$53 nightly

$59 total

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Total with taxes and fees

Superior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request)

11. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Central District, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar

Chin Sung

$31 nightly

$36 total

Aug 16 - Aug 17

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12. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Central District, 1 mi from Istana Besar

"Excellent Stay — My Fourth Visit This was my fourth stay at the hotel, and once again, it was a wonderful experience. The service was excellent, the staff were friendly and welcoming, and the room was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. I really appreciate the consistent quality and hospitality every time I visit. It feels like a home away from home, and that’s why I keep coming back. I highly recommend this hotel and look forward to staying here again!"

Jeammie

$81 nightly

$91 total

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Total with taxes and fees

Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

13. Hotel CIQ @ Wong Ah Fook

Central District, 0.7 mi from Istana Besar

Yap

$22 nightly

$24 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Total with taxes and fees

JB R&F Cove Seaview Bay 4BR Unit (Kitchen/Refrigerator/Washing Machine/Free Parking) | Soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, sun loungers

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

Central District, 1 mi from Istana Besar

Arnel

$42 nightly

$48 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Living area | 43-inch Smart TV with cable channels, Netflix, streaming services

43-inch Smart TV with cable channels, Netflix, streaming services

15. R&F TrexHomestay

Central District, 0.9 mi from Istana Besar

KAI JIN

$82 nightly

$91 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Total with taxes and fees

Quadruple Room | WiFi (free), bed sheets

16. Hotel J.B.

Central District, 0.6 mi from Istana Besar

Mohamed

$24 nightly

$28 total

Aug 15 - Aug 16

Total with taxes and fees

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

17. Sheraton Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.2 mi from Istana Besar

Jonathan Choon Loong

$159 nightly

$174 total

Aug 16 - Aug 17

Total with taxes and fees

18. Tri Tower By Antlerzone

Central District, 0.9 mi from Istana Besar

Zaw Aung

$61 nightly

$68 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Total with taxes and fees

Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom | WiFi (free)

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

Central District, 1.1 mi from Istana Besar

Kevin

$23 nightly

$27 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

Premium Triple With Window | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

20. Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

Central District, 1 mi from Istana Besar

Daryl

$17 nightly

$18 total

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Total with taxes and fees

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Compare popular hotels close to Istana Besar

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ	9.4 Exceptional 170 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG	8.6 Excellent 330 reviews	View
Z Hotel Johor	8.8 Excellent 147 reviews	View
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

"Room was clean, location was fabulous close walking distance to mall with groceries and food places, close to ciq bridge to JB central station. Kitchen was good when you have kids but we were unable to use hob, the provide you an electric hot plate to cook on. Also only give one key card, and we had to plan how we went out and time it together with my partner. Communication via WhatsApp with host was excellent very friendly and helpful. We would probably come and stay again."

Suasana JB Central by TPL

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast at level 34 was nice. highest cafe in all of JB"

Sheraton Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Overall stay was good. Just minor issues like having only 2 towels when 3 checked in, so I had to share towel with my son even after asking. Common toilet has no trash bin. Main toilet tissue box was empty. Overall still ok la."

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Language can be a bit of a barrier but staff were friendly and also they do not offer any concierge services which was a disappointment."

Amari Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Great location, easy to walk to shops, cafes, restaurants, hawkers and a bar with live music near by is needed. Very close the causeway. Staff are very friendly and super helpful. Hotel is modern, clean and comfortable. Perfect for a weekend stay."

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable stay."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

8/10 Good

"The hotel is about 10 to 15min walk from City Square and easy to get to. Initially, we did not know how to get there, so took a bus from JB Sentral, #J10 and drop about 350 meters from it. Staff guided us to go to the 3rd floor carpark and turn right towards Public Bank, City Square is just after it."

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

8/10 Good

"Night can get quite noisy"

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.

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?

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel 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 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Istana Besar. Other good options close by include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG and Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG.

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 Taman Merdeka.

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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1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

2. Amari Johor Bahru

3. Z Hotel Johor

4. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

5. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

7. Belllo Hotel JB Central

8. CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

9. Attrus By LSE - Hostel

10. R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

11. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

12. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

13. Hotel CIQ @ Wong Ah Fook

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

15. R&F TrexHomestay

16. Hotel J.B.

17. Sheraton Johor Bahru

18. Tri Tower By Antlerzone

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

20. Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

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Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

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

Suasana JB Central by TPL

Sheraton Johor Bahru

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

Other attractions near Istana Besar

Johor Zoo

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

Tan Hiok Nee

Royal Abu Bakar Museum

Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar

Sultan Ibrahim Building

Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum

Sri Raja Mariamman Temple

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