Top 10 Hotels Near Istana Besar in Johor Bahru for 2026

Our top choices for Istana Besar hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Central District, 0.7 km from Istana Besar

Mui San

P4,349 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.2 km from Istana Besar

Natasha

P6,865 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

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

3. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Poomahdevi

P6,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

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

Central District, 1.7 km from Istana Besar

Brodie-lee

P3,122 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

5. Z Hotel Johor

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Mona

P3,391 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 13 - Aug 14

6. Amari Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Noelle Jin Ci

P7,075 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

7. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.6 km from Istana Besar

Jeammie

P6,488 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

8. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar

Kris

P4,120 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 28 - Jul 29

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

9. Sheraton Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.9 km from Istana Besar

Vijay

P10,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

10. Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

Central District, 1.8 km from Istana Besar

Mohamad Dali

P3,243 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 22 - Jul 23

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

Central District, 1.8 km from Istana Besar

Kevin

P1,740 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 22 - Jul 23

12. R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

Central District, 1.3 km from Istana Besar

Irene

P2,737 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

13. Belllo Hotel JB Central

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Thi Thanh Tien

P4,745 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 23 - Jul 24

14. Twin Galaxy Residences

Taman Abad, 2.6 km from Istana Besar

choo wee

P3,417 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 22 - Jul 23

In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

15. CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar

Hui Hui

P2,325 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 30 - Jul 31

16. R&F TrexHomestay

Central District, 1.5 km from Istana Besar

KAI JIN

P5,137 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 22 - Jul 23

17. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Chin Sung

P2,548 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 22 - Jul 23

18. R&F Princess Cove at ANJU

Central District, 1.9 km from Istana Besar

Simon

P4,128 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

19. Attrus By LSE - Hostel

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Ken

P1,792 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 30 - Jul 31

20. Paragon Suite By Antlerzone

Central District, 2.1 km from Istana Besar

Mohammad Ridzuwan

P4,122 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG	4.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 328 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 765 reviews	View
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 163 reviews	View
Z Hotel Johor	3.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 141 reviews	View

Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable stay and wide selection of breakfast items"

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent

"11/10 experience! From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel genuinely welcomed with their exceptional hospitality and attention to detail. The room was spotless, beautifully designed, and incredibly comfortable, with everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The bed was amazingly comfortable, and the amenities exceeded our expectations. The hotel's location was perfect, making it easy to explore the surrounding area while still enjoying a peaceful atmosphere. Every member of the team went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable stay, always greeting us with a smile and offering assistance whenever needed. We can't wait to return and will happily recommend it to family and friends. We did return on 11 July) Thank you for making our trip so special!"

Sheraton Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent

"Great first-time experience staying at Sheraton Hotel JB! Everything feels new (literally lol), the hotel lobby smelt good and the staff were very friendly and helpful. We booked a twin room, and it was very spacious with 2 super single beds (or 2 small double beds), a small sofa + cushioned chair with a big round-ish table, 1 cushioned seat stand(?) for putting barang, a cushioned luggage opening area/cabinet, and the beds were comfortable. Cleanliness may need slight improvement as we had 1 bath towel that had a few strands of hair folded within, and a strand of hair under the blanket on each of our beds 😂 Another 2 small "issues" we had was the shower room glass door being unable to be closed fully and the aircon being a bit loud and not very cold despite the temperature being automatically set at 23.5°C. Then again, being in reasonably "temperated" room may not be a bad thing as we did not wake up shivering lol 🤣 My last comment on the hotel would be on their buffet breakfast! The food variety was great and the taste is majority good too! Thank you for your kind hospitality ☺️ *On a side note, there is a new mall connected to the hotel, and although it is not very big, it was nice to shop in as there is a big supermarket & pharmacy in the basement, sufficient food options, massage places (highly recommend Qi dynasty!) and also "useful" shops like Watsons, Daiso and MatsuKiyo."

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."

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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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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 127 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 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru and Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG.

How many hotels will I find close to Istana Besar?

Expedia has 127 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.

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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Our top choices for Istana Besar hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

2. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

3. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

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

5. Z Hotel Johor

6. Amari Johor Bahru

7. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

8. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

9. Sheraton Johor Bahru

10. Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

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

12. R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

13. Belllo Hotel JB Central

14. Twin Galaxy Residences

15. CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

16. R&F TrexHomestay

17. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

18. R&F Princess Cove at ANJU

19. Attrus By LSE - Hostel

20. Paragon Suite By Antlerzone

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Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

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Johor Zoo

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