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Our top choices for Istana Besar hotels

Outdoor pool, sun loungers
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.2 km from Istana Besar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Comfy rooms and excellent staff service"
Singapore
Mohammad Ridzuwan
The price is P4,815
P5,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (709 reviews)
"Very clean, convenient location."
Singapore
GRACE
The price is P4,506
P5,499 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 12 - Feb 13
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
4.0 star property
Central District, 0.7 km from Istana Besar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (302 reviews)
"Pleasant stay "
Malaysia
ariza
The price is P2,946
P3,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 12 - Feb 13
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru
5.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Very good & nice stay"
Malaysia
Hafezullah Amin
The price is P4,427
P5,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Amari Johor Bahru
Daily buffet breakfast (MYR 75 per person)
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.6 km from Istana Besar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Staffs are very very accommodating and friendly to ensure your stay is a good one."
Singapore
Seow Hui
The price is P4,725
P5,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Smart TV
Z Hotel Johor

Z Hotel Johor

Z Hotel Johor
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (133 reviews)
"The rooms were super clean. Staff friendly and helpful. Will definitely recommend others this hotel"
Singapore
Jumana
The price is P2,647
P3,269 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Z Hotel Johor
Breakfast, dinner and brunch served
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (416 reviews)
"Good location spacious n clean "
Singapore
Joanne
The price is P3,378
P3,795 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
Free WiFi, bed sheets
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ

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

R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
4.5 star property
Central District, 1.7 km from Istana Besar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (88 reviews)
"Staff is friendly and helpful. Good place to stay. "
Singapore
JIANLIANG
The price is P2,629
P2,984 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
Front of property
Belllo Hotel JB Central

Belllo Hotel JB Central

Belllo Hotel JB Central
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (583 reviews)
"Good"
Singapore
kok khiang
The price is P3,301
P4,041 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Belllo Hotel JB Central
Exterior
R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.3 km from Istana Besar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (95 reviews)
"Staff are friendly."
Singapore
Yong Chong
R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB
Living area
SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene

SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene

SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.8 km 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
The price is P1,843
P2,985 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene
2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Sheraton Johor Bahru

Sheraton Johor Bahru

Sheraton Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.9 km from Istana Besar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Super friendly staff, hotel amenities were well-maintained, breakfast was good too!"
Singapore
Kimberly
The price is P8,021
P8,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Sheraton Johor Bahru
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
3.0 star property
Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar
7.6 out of 10, Good, (86 reviews)
"A decent budget hotel."
Singapore
Hui Hui
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
Outdoor pool
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.8 km 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
The price is P2,748
P3,962 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
Exterior
R&F TrexHomestay

R&F TrexHomestay

R&F TrexHomestay
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.5 km from Istana Besar
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (12 reviews)
"A rather ok choice of accommodation."
Singapore
KAI JIN
The price is P3,745
P4,190 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
R&F TrexHomestay
Reception
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
3.5 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"The staff are friendly and the area is convenient."
Singapore
Dzulina Binte Abdul Samad
The price is P2,700
P3,332 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
Free WiFi
Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In

Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In

Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In
2.0 star property
Central District, 1.8 km from Istana Besar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"Reasonable price & location wise is good "
Singapore
Wannadwah
The price is P1,556
P1,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15
Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In
Reception hall
Attrus By LSE - Hostel

Attrus By LSE - Hostel

Attrus By LSE - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
7.8 out of 10, Good, (20 reviews)
"Central easy location to commute to Singapore "
United Kingdom
Ken
Attrus By LSE - Hostel
Lobby
Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.6 km from Istana Besar
7.6 out of 10, Good, (17 reviews)
"Big nice bed, i was able to sleep comfortably. The lady at the counter was so nice and helpful. "
Japan
CHIKA
Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB
Indoor pool
Twin Galaxy Residences

Twin Galaxy Residences

Twin Galaxy Residences
3.0 star property
Taman Abad, 2.6 km 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
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and very helpful and friendly staff"
Nam Tuck 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Hotels near other Istana Besar attractions

Central District which includes bird life, zoo animals and a pond

Johor Zoo

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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Johor Bahru showing heritage architecture and a mosque

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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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 120 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Istana Besar?
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Istana Besar. Other good options close by include Amari Johor Bahru and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru.
How many hotels will I find close to Istana Besar?
Expedia has 120 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 Sri Raja Mariamman Temple and Tan Hiok Nee 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.