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A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV. There is a balcony with a view of palm trees and a body of water.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

A high-rise residential building with multiple balconies, a swimming pool, and a view of a body of water.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of high-rise buildings through the window.

1. Country Garden Danga Bay Sea View Homestay by Stayrene

Danga Bay, 1.7 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Wai Hoong

P2,926

P3,908 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A pool area with palm trees and a view of a building in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A beach with palm trees, a clear sky, and a view of the ocean.

2. Country Garden Danga Bay by Widebed JB

Danga Bay, 1.6 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Virgil

P3,451

P3,880 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a bedside table with a lamp, and a large mirror on the wall.

A compact bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.

A spacious lobby with a red sofa, multiple armchairs, a coffee machine, and potted plants.

3. Tune Hotel - Danga Bay, Johor

Danga Bay, 1.1 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Salmah

P1,956

P2,266 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A swimming pool with a water slide, surrounded by palm trees and a small tower structure.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a kitchen area with a fridge and cabinets.

A room with a large window overlooking a green landscape with trees and a road.

A hotel room with a bed, sofa, dining table, and kitchenette.

4. The Avenue M Johor Bahru

Tampoi, 1.9 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Lai

P6,436

P7,104 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A courtyard with a small pond, a wooden bridge, and various tropical plants.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a central counter with food display, and pendant lighting.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a flagpole.

An outdoor covered patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by plants and a brick pathway.

5. Hotel Seri Malaysia Johor Bahru

Central District, 2.9 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Adam

P1,849

P2,335 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

A hotel room with two beds, a cityscape mural on the wall, and a view of the city at night.

A reception area with a marble counter, pendant lighting, a clock, and a floral painting.

A stairway with black steps and white walls, leading to a door with a sign reading "KELUAR".

The exterior of Kozi Hotel with a sign indicating it is re-opening.

6. Kozi Hotel - Danga Bay

Danga Bay, 0.9 km from Istana Bukit Serene

P1,860

P2,162 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A corridor with potted plants, a bench, and a glass door.

A row of wooden benches and large potted plants along a corridor with glass doors and a tiled floor.

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Golden Court Hotel."

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, a small fridge, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, and a door.

7. Golden Court Hotel

Central District, 3 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Shawn

P1,736

P2,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A lobby with a large glass door, a wooden chair with floral upholstery, a wooden side table with a vase, and a bamboo plant in a basket.

A staircase with brown steps and green handrails leading to a door marked with the number 219.

A small bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

Two beds with wooden headboards, white and red bedding, and a red and white patterned blanket.

8. Hotel O Villa De Rose

Central District, 2.4 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Abdul Rani

P605

P837 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A reception desk with a glass partition, a sign indicating room rates, and a view of the outside through a window.

A hotel with a green facade, a visible entrance, and a sign indicating a taxi service nearby.

A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, a window with curtains, and a nightstand.

A hotel sign with "OPEN" in neon lights, a reception desk, and a "PUSH" button.

9. The Ardens Hotel - Tmn Suria Muafakat JB

Central District, 0.9 km from Istana Bukit Serene

William Jr

P1,021

P1,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a balcony with a view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop and bar stools, a dining table set for four, and a living area with a sofa and a TV.

A swimming pool surrounded by high-rise residential buildings.

A balcony with a wooden table and chairs, a vase of white flowers, and a cityscape view with buildings and a waterfront.

10. Country Garden By Antlerzone

Danga Bay, 2 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Elvir

P1,429

P3,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.

A modern living room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

A high-rise residential building with multiple balconies, a swimming pool, and a view of the water body.

11. Country Garden Danga Bay By Stayrene

Danga Bay, 0.8 km from Istana Bukit Serene

P3,120

P4,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A swimming pool with a wavy design, palm trees, and a view of the beach at sunset.

A modern dining area with a round table set for six, surrounded by chairs. There is a sofa and a balcony with a view of the water.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a balcony with a view of the city skyline and a sunset.

A beachside hotel with high-rise buildings, palm trees, and outdoor seating areas.

12. Full Sea View Country Garden Danga Bay 11-13pax

Danga Bay, 0.7 km from Istana Bukit Serene

P2,358

P3,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

13. The Ardens Hotel - Nong Chik

Central District, 1.6 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Desmond

P1,022

P1,258 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A rooftop pool with tiled blue water, surrounded by plants and modern architecture.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A tall, modern building with a distinctive zigzag pattern and balconies.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

14. GYDEN STAYCATION #The Straits Johor Bahru

Central District, 2.4 km from Istana Bukit Serene

P1,636

P2,687 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A modern building with the sign "CHARITON HOTEL" on its facade.

A bar area with a polished wooden counter and benches.

A hotel room with a bed, a flat-screen TV, a bedside table, an air conditioning unit, and a mirror.

15. Chariton Hotel Skudai Kiri

Tampoi, 2 km from Istana Bukit Serene

P1,357

P1,466 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A hotel with a prominent 'HOTEL' sign, a Nissan dealership, and a parking lot with several cars.

A modern office space with a glass-top table, wooden paneling, and a view of parked cars outside.

A conference room with rows of chairs covered in beige chair covers, a whiteboard, and a podium.

16. Golden Leaf Boutique Hotel

Danga Bay, 1 km from Istana Bukit Serene

P1,284

P1,515 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A beachside restaurant with outdoor seating, palm trees, and high-rise buildings in the background.

A high-rise residential building with balconies, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the city.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and a balcony with a view.

17. Scenic Country Garden Danga Bay by Lions Bay

Danga Bay, 1.7 km from Istana Bukit Serene

P2,153

P3,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A rocky water feature with palm trees and a building in the background.

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the city.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV stand.

18. A Modern 3BR Home Near Danga Bay, Free Parking

Tampoi, 1.4 km from Istana Bukit Serene

P1,632

P3,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

19. Paragon Residences by Stayrene

Central District, 2.3 km from Istana Bukit Serene

P2,633

P4,190 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Istana Bukit Serene

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Country Garden Danga Bay Sea View Homestay by Stayrene	9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews	View
Country Garden Danga Bay by Widebed JB	8.6 Excellent 7 reviews	View
Tune Hotel - Danga Bay, Johor	7.2 Good 315 reviews	View
The Avenue M Johor Bahru	7.4 Good 8 reviews	View
Hotel Seri Malaysia Johor Bahru	6.6 111 reviews	View

Top Istana Bukit Serene Hotel Reviews

KSL Hotel & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"I love the location and hotel. It's clean and affordable."

Sheraton Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Everything was great, except that the room type had a connecting room. The soundproof was not that great as we had guest on the other room. It wasn’t bad but do take note that if you are sensitive to noise you could hear some noise next door."

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Free parking, staff service excellent. Surrounding hotel under construction so location messy not so nice"

Country Garden Danga Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful and responsive during check-in process. Room was comfortably big for 4 pax stay throughout."

Country Garden Danga Bay Sea View Homestay by Stayrene

10/10 Excellent

"Pool: Poor condition! Unit: Very clean. Location: Perfect, lotsa eateries and mini marts. Check in process: Need improvement between housekeeping & management. Despite advising our check in time and confirmation that we were able to check in at 3pm, our keys arw not available as unit still under housekeeping status. Keys collected close to 5pm. We could have done so much things in that 2hrs waiting!"

Tune Hotel - Danga Bay, Johor

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. No fuss booking and checking in and checking out. Quiet."

Country Garden Danga Bay by Widebed JB

8/10 Good

"Location is good and safe. One of the toilet water heater is not functioning. The stove area have ants and quite dusty on the cooker hoverboard. Few plates are oily so we need to do some wiping and cleaning before use. There’s Netflix well going. "

Other attractions near Istana Bukit Serene

Danga Bay Park

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Danga Bay Park as part of your trip to Johor Bahru. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Johor Golf and Country Club

6.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Johor Bahru at Johor Golf and Country Club. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Taman Merdeka

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting Taman Merdeka, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Johor Bahru. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Country Garden

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Country Garden during your trip to Johor Bahru? While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Beletime Danga Bay

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Beletime Danga Bay during your trip to Johor Bahru. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Mydin Shopping Centre

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

During your trip to Johor Bahru, you can enjoy retail therapy at Mydin Shopping Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.

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Angsana Johor Bahru Mall

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can do some window-shopping at Angsana Johor Bahru Mall during your stay in Johor Bahru. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

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Tan Sri Hassan Yunus Stadium

6.0/10 (3 reviews)

Catch an event at Tan Sri Hassan Yunus Stadium during your trip to Johor Bahru. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Istana Bukit Serene?

Istana Bukit Serene is located in a family-friendly area of Johor Bahru known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 70 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Istana Bukit Serene?

Full Sea View Country Garden Danga Bay 11-13pax is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and a fitness center. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Istana Bukit Serene. Other good options close by include Chic 3br In Danga Bay With Water Views Parking and Country Garden Danga Bay By Stayrene.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Istana Bukit Serene?

Expedia has 70 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Istana Bukit Serene.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Istana Bukit Serene, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Istana Bukit Serene.

What can I see and do near Istana Bukit Serene?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Sultan Abu Bakar Royal Palace Museum and Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum. Sights like Istana Besar, Sri Raja Mariamman Temple, and Tan Hiok Nee are landmarks to visit in the area. You can wander around Danga Bay Park, Taman Merdeka, or Woodlands Waterfront Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

How can I get to Istana Bukit Serene?

If you're hopping a train into the city, JB Sentral is the closest station to Central District. There might not be many public transit options to choose from near by Istana Bukit Serene so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Istana Bukit Serene hotels

1. Country Garden Danga Bay Sea View Homestay by Stayrene

2. Country Garden Danga Bay by Widebed JB

3. Tune Hotel - Danga Bay, Johor

4. The Avenue M Johor Bahru

5. Hotel Seri Malaysia Johor Bahru

6. Kozi Hotel - Danga Bay

7. Golden Court Hotel

8. Hotel O Villa De Rose

9. The Ardens Hotel - Tmn Suria Muafakat JB

10. Country Garden By Antlerzone

11. Country Garden Danga Bay By Stayrene

12. Full Sea View Country Garden Danga Bay 11-13pax

13. The Ardens Hotel - Nong Chik

14. GYDEN STAYCATION #The Straits Johor Bahru

15. Chariton Hotel Skudai Kiri

16. Golden Leaf Boutique Hotel

17. Scenic Country Garden Danga Bay by Lions Bay

18. A Modern 3BR Home Near Danga Bay, Free Parking

19. Paragon Residences by Stayrene

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Top Istana Bukit Serene Hotel Reviews

KSL Hotel & Resort

Sheraton Johor Bahru

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Country Garden Danga Bay

Country Garden Danga Bay Sea View Homestay by Stayrene

Tune Hotel - Danga Bay, Johor

Country Garden Danga Bay by Widebed JB

Other attractions near Istana Bukit Serene

Danga Bay Park

Johor Golf and Country Club

Taman Merdeka

Country Garden

Beletime Danga Bay

Mydin Shopping Centre

Angsana Johor Bahru Mall

Tan Sri Hassan Yunus Stadium

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