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Our top choices for Istana Batu hotels

A modern office space with a wooden desk, two chairs, and a computer monitor.

1. ibis Styles Kota Bharu

ibis Styles Kota Bharu
3.0 star property
1.1 km from Istana Batu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (76 reviews)
"The staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms we got were big but we were disappointed that we were given single sized beds. The so called wifi system was too complicated to access that we simply give out. To access to lobby from car park was complicated especially when we have to managed with both your hands occupied."
United States
yeo
The price is ₩58,552
₩67,542 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
ibis Styles Kota Bharu
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with large windows and a tower.

2. Perdana Kota Bharu

Perdana Kota Bharu
4.0 star property
1 km from Istana Batu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (592 reviews)
"lovely room with nice view. Staff were very polite and attentive. Will be my first choice of hotel when in Kota Bharu "
United Kingdom
Ammran
The price is ₩85,313
₩96,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Perdana Kota Bharu
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large chandeliers, and a reception desk.

3. Renai Hotel Kota Bahru (formerly known as The Grand Renai Hotel)

Renai Hotel Kota Bahru (formerly known as The Grand Renai Hotel)
4.0 star property
2.4 km from Istana Batu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (358 reviews)
"Excellent hotel condition, professional staffs and great breakfast spread."
Singapore
Maimunah
The price is ₩73,595
₩83,789 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Renai Hotel Kota Bahru (formerly known as The Grand Renai Hotel)
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants.

4. Crystal Lodge

Crystal Lodge
3.0 star property
0.6 km from Istana Batu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (109 reviews)
"Very good hotel in Kota Bharu city. Great location, great breakfast, great service, with good free parking "
United States
David
The price is ₩48,831
₩61,926 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Crystal Lodge
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with patterned chairs, and a modern chandelier.

5. Salaam Suites Hotel

Salaam Suites Hotel
3.0 star property
1 km from Istana Batu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Average experience, okay for quick stay"
Malaysia
Anonymous traveler
The price is ₩25,975
₩32,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Salaam Suites Hotel
A pool area with a clear view of the pool, surrounding lounge area, and a building with large windows.

6. Grand Riverview Hotel

Grand Riverview Hotel
4.0 star property
0.5 km from Istana Batu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (300 reviews)
"Wonderful property! Great staff, scrumptious breakfast and great location!!"
Canada
Colleen
The price is ₩60,880
₩71,857 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Grand Riverview Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a small desk with a chair, a kitchenette, and a bathroom door.

7. CyberApartment Kota Bharu

CyberApartment Kota Bharu
3.0 star property
0.5 km from Istana Batu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (22 reviews)
"Good location "
Malaysia
fathilatul zakimi
The price is ₩35,362
₩46,033 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
CyberApartment Kota Bharu
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

8. Hotel O Green Mango @ Sri Cemerlang

Hotel O Green Mango @ Sri Cemerlang
2.0 star property
1 km from Istana Batu
7.0 out of 10, Good, (18 reviews)
"Just for working trip only"
Malaysia
Anonymous traveler
The price is ₩15,936
₩22,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Hotel O Green Mango @ Sri Cemerlang
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a small table with a plant.

9. Flora Place Hotel

Flora Place Hotel
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Istana Batu
7.2 out of 10, Good, (16 reviews)
"A comfortable stay but will require renewal as it does appear rundown as it is an old building. good for a short stay over for business or before moving on to the final destination"
Saudi Arabia
Chin Tho
The price is ₩29,354
₩38,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Flora Place Hotel
A swimming pool with a glass enclosure and a wooden deck.

10. Troika Kota Bharu by Salaam Suites

Troika Kota Bharu by Salaam Suites
4.0 star property
1.3 km from Istana Batu
7.2 out of 10, Good, (9 reviews)
"Apartment was great. Washing machine not so great. Great location for food and transport. 24 hr e-mart at the front of the building. Coffee shops and restaurants close."
Australia
Joseph
The price is ₩42,358
₩50,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Troika Kota Bharu by Salaam Suites
A modern kitchen with a microwave, sink, and countertop. There is a dark partition with cutouts, and a door leading to a bathroom.

11. Best Studio Guest House

Best Studio Guest House
3.0 star property
0.5 km from Istana Batu
6.8 out of 10, (6 reviews)
"Just an average place to stay a night"
Malaysia
Tan Poo
The price is ₩24,142
₩30,379 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Best Studio Guest House
A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

12. Tune Hotels - Kota Bharu City Centre

Tune Hotels - Kota Bharu City Centre
3.0 star property
1.7 km from Istana Batu
6.4 out of 10, (149 reviews)
"very convenient, easy to look for food and shopping mall is nearby"
Malaysia
siti salmor
The price is ₩27,281
₩33,769 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Tune Hotels - Kota Bharu City Centre
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, two large chandeliers, and a check-in counter.

13. Crown Garden Hotel

Crown Garden Hotel
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Istana Batu
6.4 out of 10, (35 reviews)
"Staff jaga parking friendly. Everything love it. "
Malaysia
Azwaniza
The price is ₩49,676
₩57,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Crown Garden Hotel
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a large floral arrangement, and a seating area with leather couches.

14. Hotel Bintang Indah

Hotel Bintang Indah
2.5 star property
0.2 km from Istana Batu
6.2 out of 10, (17 reviews)
"Toilet sink too smelly. Room price rate are high than condition of hotel."
Malaysia
Mr Unhappy
The price is ₩42,941
₩54,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Hotel Bintang Indah
A seating area with wooden furniture, including sofas and a table, in a room with glass doors leading to another space.

15. Suria Hotel Kota Bharu

Suria Hotel Kota Bharu
3.0 star property
0.5 km from Istana Batu
6.0 out of 10, (15 reviews)
"Avoid superior room 206, the toilet flush was not functioning. There were holes on the rather seasoned blanket. The TV too was very old, provided very limited number of channels."
Saudi Arabia
AZIZ
The price is ₩20,697
₩26,659 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Suria Hotel Kota Bharu
A room with two single beds, each with a wooden headboard and a green and orange patterned bedspread. There is a window with green and white curtains, and the room has a tiled floor.

16. Sri Cemerlang Lodge

Sri Cemerlang Lodge
2.5 star property
1 km from Istana Batu
6.6 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Difficult to locate the place, call the hotel for location but no one pick up the call."
Malaysia
Anonymous traveler
The price is ₩16,895
₩22,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Sri Cemerlang Lodge
A modern lobby with marble walls, potted plants, and a bench.

17. Hotel Ma'Wa Kota Bharu

Hotel Ma'Wa Kota Bharu
2.0 star property
0.6 km from Istana Batu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
The price is ₩23,410
₩29,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Hotel Ma'Wa Kota Bharu
A reception area with a counter, chairs, and a bench.

18. Hotel O Kota Bharu Near War Museum Formerly Azam Hotel

Hotel O Kota Bharu Near War Museum Formerly Azam Hotel
2.5 star property
0.6 km from Istana Batu
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"good"
Japan
KOICHI
The price is ₩14,148
₩19,586 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Hotel O Kota Bharu Near War Museum Formerly Azam Hotel
A modern hotel with a large infinity pool reflecting the sky, a contemporary building structure, and a clear view of the city skyline in the background.

19. One Bedroom Troika Kota Bharu by AGhome

One Bedroom Troika Kota Bharu by AGhome
3.0 star property
1.3 km from Istana Batu
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
The price is ₩77,233
₩83,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
One Bedroom Troika Kota Bharu by AGhome
A reception area with a wooden counter, a glass display case, and a seating area with a sofa and curtains.

20. Hotel O Peneka Inn

Hotel O Peneka Inn
2.0 star property
1.6 km from Istana Batu
The price is ₩14,706
₩20,188 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Hotel O Peneka Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Istana Batu

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A modern office space with a wooden desk, two chairs, and a computer monitor.
ibis Styles Kota Bharu
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
76 reviews
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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with large windows and a tower.
Perdana Kota Bharu
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
592 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large chandeliers, and a reception desk.
Renai Hotel Kota Bahru (formerly known as The Grand Renai Hotel)
4.0 star property
8.4
Very good
358 reviews
View
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants.
Crystal Lodge
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
109 reviews
View
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with patterned chairs, and a modern chandelier.
Salaam Suites Hotel
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
13 reviews
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Other attractions near Istana Batu

Handicraft Village and Craft Museum

7.8/10 (8 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Handicraft Village and Craft Museum in Kota Bharu. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
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Top Istana Batu Hotel Reviews

A modern office space with a wooden desk, two chairs, and a computer monitor.
ibis Styles Kota Bharu

ibis Styles Kota Bharu

ibis Styles Kota Bharu
Kota Bharu

10/10 Excellent

The staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms we got were big but we were disappointed that we were given single sized beds. The so called wifi system was too complicated to access that we simply give out. To access to lobby from car park was complicated especially when we have to managed with both your hands occupied.
United States
yeo
Reviewed November 9, 2026
ibis Styles Kota Bharu

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Istana Batu?

Istana Batu is located in an area of Kota Bharu known for its major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 65 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Istana Batu?

Adjacent to Istana Batu, Grand Riverview Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other good choices close by include ibis Styles Kota Bharu and Crystal Lodge.

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

Expedia has 65 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Istana Batu.

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

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Istana Batu.

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What can I see and do near Istana Batu?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kampung Kraftangan, or State Museum. Create some family memories at Street Art and Cultural Centre. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Padang Merdeka, Pulau Renjuna, and Pulau Beluru.