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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 AED 299
AED 362 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel 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 AED 293
AED 325 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
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 AED 275
AED 334 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Amari Johor Bahru
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 AED 182
AED 241 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
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 AED 276
AED 337 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
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 AED 156
AED 194 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
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 AED 209
AED 235 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
JB R&F Cove Seaview Bay 4BR Unit (Kitchen/Refrigerator/Washing Machine/Free Parking) | 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 AED 218
AED 244 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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 AED 194
AED 240 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
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
Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, City View | Living area | 50-inch Smart TV with cable channels, Netflix, streaming services
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 AED 109
AED 180 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
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 AED 497
AED 546 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Sheraton Johor Bahru
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 AED 171
AED 246 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom | 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 AED 136
AED 156 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In
Premium Double or Twin Room | 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
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 AED 233
AED 260 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
R&F TrexHomestay
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
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 AED 144
AED 184 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
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
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
The price is AED 81
AED 97 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB
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

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent
"Great size room, clean with everything we needed. Good gym, and central location "
Peter 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Hotels near other Istana Besar attractions

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

Johor Zoo

Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Johor Zoo during your trip to Johor Bahru? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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Johor Bahru featuring a mosque and heritage architecture

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

After visiting Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Johor Bahru. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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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.
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 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.

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