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Top Trending Hotels Near Istana Besar

Front of property – evening/night
D'Resort at Downtown East
3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1006)
"Property was good, bed was as h ard as concrete "
The price is ₹8,579
₹9,467 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
D'Resort at Downtown East
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
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The price is ₹5,379
₹6,524 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
St. Giles Southkey
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (379)
"Fast check in, only unable to use the pool facilities due to rain and slight drizzling"
The price is ₹6,367
₹7,110 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
St. Giles Southkey
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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre, an IHG Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (404)
"conveneint location cleanliness good view"
The price is ₹6,032
₹7,342 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Outdoor pool
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (830)
"Impromptu stayover in JB after a long day of shopping, booked last minute on the very same day, a little hiccup at checkin around 6pm, couldn’t find my reservation at first so was sorta delayed, hotel is supposedly a posh highend establishment but it lacks maintenance and seems worn, pool is definitely a plus."
The price is ₹7,055
₹7,795 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Poolside bar
Amari Johor Bahru
4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Redeemed a club room stay and it was lovely. Good location, close to alot of malls and haidilao is just downstairs. Will be back! "
The price is ₹5,644
₹6,836 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Amari Johor Bahru
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru, an IHG Hotel
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (159)
"Room is efficiently laid out. Breakfast buffet is good. Egg station starts only at 8am. Separate toilet, sink and shower is great idea. Bidet, too. Only problem is the toilet glass not sound proof so if you flush toilet in middle of the night, it is very loud. Soft and firm pillows provided. Charging and USB points at each side of the bed. Additional socket on desk. Hot water flask, hair dryer, safe, fridge, hangars."
The price is ₹4,127
₹5,046 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru, an IHG Hotel
Outdoor pool, free pool cabanas, pool umbrellas
Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel
4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (914)
"Very comfortable place to stay, especially with kids. Will comeback again and again!"
The price is ₹6,526
₹7,224 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel
Beach nearby
Changi Cove
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Cheerful, helpful and friendly staff - who allowed us to have access to our room sooner when they realised how early we had arrived in Singapore. Room clean, tidy and comfortable; although extra soap bars and some toiletries would have been nice. Great air conditioning! Breakfast was very good with a wide selection of food and beverages. "
Changi Cove
Rooftop terrace
Resorts World Sentosa - Genting Hotel Jurong
3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (521)
"Very comfortable, The staff friendly. Room is clean Will Back to stay. Nice hotel"
Resorts World Sentosa - Genting Hotel Jurong
Children’s activities
LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Amazing place! Full of fun with great staff who are friendly and attentive!"
The price is ₹15,840
₹17,284 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort
Interior
Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre
4.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Good location, walking distance to KSL mall and good eateries around. 15 mins to Midvalley mall and JB sentral too. Buffet breakfast is average. Front desk service is good. Room is very spacious too"
Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre
Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Fives Hotel DNP
2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (64)
"Eventhough the room is quite small, it is comfortable and considered good value for money. The only need to comment is always noisy in the middle at night from the lounge nearby."
Fives Hotel DNP
Outdoor pool
Amerin Hotel Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (642)
"Ok for a short staycation and the satay is quite nice at the coffeeshop within a walking distance."
Amerin Hotel Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Trinidad Suites Johor, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (44)
"Stay was simple as it was only a single-night stay. It was an apartment-like hotel but we got fairly disappointed that lots of amenities were not found within the unit. Website published the provision of plenty of amenities. However, we had to request for very basic amenities such as toilet hand soap/hand wash! We were even informed that toothbrushes are not provided. It would be fine if toothbrush kit are not provided if is an serviced apartment style accom but the accom publicise itself as a...
The price is ₹4,857
₹5,422 total
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Trinidad Suites Johor, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Front of property
Fraser Place Puteri Harbour
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (236)
"Very pretty Hotel stay was really good Buffet could be better Overall enjoyed the stay "
Fraser Place Puteri Harbour
Interior entrance
Fives Hotel Johor Bahru City Centre
3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (87)
"I like the staff service."
Fives Hotel Johor Bahru City Centre
Executive Studio (Newly Renovated) | View from room
Crystal Crown Hotel
3.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (432)
"Great.."
Crystal Crown Hotel
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Ramada by Wyndham Meridin Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (247)
"Room was spacious and clean. Kids had fun in the pool. Convenient location for our needs. Only real complaint was food, or lack or it. We arrived at 2pm to be told there was no food until after 3pm. The food wasn’t great when it did arrive. "
The price is ₹7,043
₹7,855 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Ramada by Wyndham Meridin Johor Bahru
Exterior
New York Hotel
3.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (464)
"its a very nice hotel and the area around very convenient it’s a great place to be thanks Mr Diep"
The price is ₹3,425
₹4,218 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
New York Hotel
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Istana Besar hotels information

Number of reviews
11,428
Accommodation
836 hotels
Lowest Price
₹3,425
Highest Price
₹15,840

Destinations near Johor Bahru

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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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Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

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 66 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

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

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel 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 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 Johor Bahru City Centre, an IHG Hotel and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru, an IHG Hotel.

How many hotels are there close to Istana Besar?

Expedia has 66 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. Tan Hiok Nee, Sri Raja Mariamman Temple and Istana Pasir Pelangi are some of the local landmarks to explore. Spend some time wandering around Danga Bay Park, Woodlands Waterfront Park and Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve.

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.

Istana Besar Hotel Reviews
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KSL Hotel & Resort

KSL Hotel & Resort

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KSL Hotel & Resort