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1. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Central District, 1.2 km from Istana Besar
Singapore
Natasha
₩99,493
₩120,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

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

R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
Central District, 1.7 km from Istana Besar
Singapore
Arnel
₩59,626
₩67,838 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
Central District, 0.7 km from Istana Besar
Singapore
Mui San
₩55,313
₩75,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

4. Z Hotel Johor

Z Hotel Johor
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
United States
Mona
₩59,938
₩74,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Z Hotel Johor

5. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
Singapore
Poomahdevi
₩123,554
₩150,224 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

6. Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
Singapore
Noelle Jin Ci
₩117,015
₩141,519 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Amari Johor Bahru

7. Sheraton Johor Bahru

Sheraton Johor Bahru
Central District, 1.9 km from Istana Besar
Singapore
Vijay
₩223,705
₩245,043 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Sheraton Johor Bahru

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

Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In
Central District, 1.8 km from Istana Besar
Singapore
Kevin
₩37,284
₩43,709 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In

9. Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
Central District, 1.8 km from Istana Besar
Singapore
Mohamad Dali
₩45,919
₩68,183 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

10. Twin Galaxy Residences

Twin Galaxy Residences
Taman Abad, 2.6 km from Istana Besar
Singapore
choo wee
₩41,475
₩74,752 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Twin Galaxy Residences

11. R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB
Central District, 1.3 km from Istana Besar
Singapore
Tiong Ghee
₩51,625
₩83,357 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

12. TROVE Johor Bahru

TROVE Johor Bahru
Taman Abad, 2.6 km from Istana Besar
Singapore
Seng-Hoe
₩76,915
₩90,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
TROVE Johor Bahru

13. Belllo Hotel JB Central

Belllo Hotel JB Central
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
Malaysia
Norridzuan
₩57,990
₩68,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Belllo Hotel JB Central

14. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar
Australia
Faye
₩91,554
₩102,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

15. R&F TrexHomestay

R&F TrexHomestay
Central District, 1.5 km from Istana Besar
Singapore
KAI JIN
₩95,402
₩132,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
R&F TrexHomestay

16. CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar
Singapore
Hui Hui
₩43,486
₩50,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

17. R&F Princess Cove at ANJU

R&F Princess Cove at ANJU
Central District, 1.9 km from Istana Besar
Singapore
Simon
₩54,505
₩81,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
R&F Princess Cove at ANJU

18. Attrus By LSE - Hostel

Attrus By LSE - Hostel
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
United Kingdom
Ken
₩30,486
₩32,936 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Attrus By LSE - Hostel

19. Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB
Central District, 1.6 km from Istana Besar
Canada
Daryl
₩23,795
₩25,702 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

20. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
Malaysia
Chin Sung
₩46,875
₩58,792 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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JB R&F Cove Seaview Bay 4BR Unit (Kitchen/Refrigerator/Washing Machine/Free Parking) | Soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
9.4
Exceptional
169 reviews
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Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
8.6
Excellent
330 reviews
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Smart TV
Z Hotel Johor
8.8
Excellent
146 reviews
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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
8.8
Excellent
768 reviews
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Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

Z Hotel Johor

Z Hotel Johor

10/10 Excellent
"Room was clean and staff were friendly. Overall, the stay was good!"
Beng Kuan 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Z Hotel Johor
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ

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

10/10 Excellent
"Great for longer stays. "
Alan Charles 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
Suasana JB Central by TPL

Suasana JB Central by TPL

10/10 Excellent
"Breakfast at level 34 was nice. highest cafe in all of JB"
Farooq 1-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Suasana JB Central by TPL
Sheraton Johor Bahru

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."
Aaron 3-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Sheraton Johor Bahru
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

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."
Faye 3-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
Amari Johor Bahru

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."
Fleur 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Amari Johor Bahru
KSL Hotel & Resort

KSL Hotel & Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Had a nice comfy stay"
Setmar 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
KSL Hotel & Resort
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Convenient location, clean rooms and polite staff."
Li Shen 1-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

10/10 Excellent
"Comfortable stay."
Nicholas 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

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.
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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 126 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 126 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 Taman Merdeka, Woodlands Waterfront Park, and Danga Bay Park.
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.