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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, (315 reviews)
"Clean room and very helpful and friendly staff"
Singapore
Nam Tuck
The price is AED 179
AED 239 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

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, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room and breakfast selection was great."
United States
Michael
The price is AED 346
AED 417 total
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

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, (748 reviews)
"Excellent location "
Singapore
Leong
The price is AED 322
AED 392 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Z Hotel Johor

Z Hotel Johor
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (137 reviews)
"Convenient hotel near city square mall and eateries. Staff are friendly."
Singapore
Huiling
The price is AED 169
AED 212 total
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Z Hotel Johor

Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru
5.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room"
Singapore
Jie Fu
The price is AED 330
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Amari Johor Bahru

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

R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.7 km from Istana Besar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (137 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, and easy access to shops"
United States
Jian
The price is AED 187
AED 212 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ

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)
"The room toilet not very clean and bed very hard"
Singapore
Yuen Fong
The price is AED 89
AED 161 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene

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, (98 reviews)
"We are a family of 6, the apartment was very spacious and the location was convenient too. We enjoyed our stay very much, the staff was very responsive and helpful. Definitely recommend this accommodation."
United Kingdom
Irene
The price is AED 190
AED 282 total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

Sheraton Johor Bahru

Sheraton Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.9 km from Istana Besar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Best hotel in JB currently"
Singapore
Felix
The price is AED 515
AED 566 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
Sheraton Johor Bahru

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, (589 reviews)
"I booked the suite. It was very dirty. Especially the carpet in the room. It was dirty and sticky. The phone was covered in dust."
Singapore
Chuan Sin
The price is AED 199
AED 247 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Belllo Hotel JB Central

Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.8 km from Istana Besar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (10 reviews)
"Very good "
Singapore
May Rei Xian
The price is AED 112
AED 185 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

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, (11 reviews)
"Clean and comfy"
Singapore
Kevin
The price is AED 81
AED 97 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In

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
The price is AED 144
AED 165 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

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 AED 270
AED 301 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
R&F TrexHomestay

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, (1,004 reviews)
"Convienient location"
Singapore
Wong
The price is AED 106
AED 138 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Attrus By LSE - Hostel

Attrus By LSE - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
7.6 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Central easy location to commute to Singapore "
United Kingdom
Ken
The price is AED 68
AED 90 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Attrus By LSE - Hostel

TROVE Johor Bahru

TROVE Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Taman Abad, 2.6 km from Istana Besar
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (419 reviews)
"Good location near Pelangi Plaza. Though crossing the road by foot needs to be careful of traffic as there are limited crossing road options. Hotel room is clean and good size."
Singapore
Seng-Hoe
The price is AED 225
AED 279 total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
TROVE Johor Bahru

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
7.8 out of 10, Good, (20 reviews)
"Big nice bed, i was able to sleep comfortably. The lady at the counter was so nice and helpful. "
Japan
CHIKA
The price is AED 73
AED 88 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

R&F Princess Cove at ANJU

R&F Princess Cove at ANJU
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.9 km from Istana Besar
7.8 out of 10, Good, (27 reviews)
"Ideal place for a good relaxation for family n friends "
Singapore
Simon
The price is AED 115
AED 209 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
R&F Princess Cove at ANJU

Ais Kacang Sweet Home Pinnacle Tower

Ais Kacang Sweet Home Pinnacle Tower
3.5 star property
Taman Abad, 2.6 km from Istana Besar
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (25 reviews)
"The location is convenient, it’s close to mall and other attraction"
Malaysia
Abdul Rasyid
The price is AED 187
AED 232 total
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Ais Kacang Sweet Home Pinnacle Tower
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Compare popular hotels close to Istana Besar

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
315 reviews
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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,003 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
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
748 reviews
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Smart TV
Z Hotel Johor
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
137 reviews
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
Amari Johor Bahru
5.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
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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?
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 Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG and Amari Johor Bahru.
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.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Istana Besar?
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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.