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A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

A high-rise building with multiple floors, a swimming pool, and a marina with boats.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by a building with large windows and a view of the sea.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

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

Central District, 0.8 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Darren

AED 156

AED 177 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign and a well-lit entrance.

A modern cafe with a curved wooden bench, a buffet counter with various food items, and multiple pendant lights.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

A spacious lobby with a curved reception desk, multiple seating areas, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.6 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Abdul Ghani

AED 181

AED 240 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A tall hotel with a modern design, featuring a curved glass facade and multiple floors.

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a wooden floor.

A modern indoor lounge area with wicker furniture, a wall-mounted plant shelf, and a large potted tree.

A modern hotel room with a curved window, a sofa, a small table, and a kitchenette.

3. Z Hotel Johor

Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.2 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Mona

AED 139

AED 177 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and a glass ceiling overlooking the ocean.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a sofa with colorful pillows, a yellow armchair, a small round table, and a bed with a striped rug.

A modern restaurant with a long counter, bar seating, and a patterned floor.

A modern bar area with a marble countertop, red bar stools, and a beverage display.

4. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.5 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

"Fantastic location and comfortable stay! The location of this hotel is unbeatable—it’s right next to Komtar JBCC and City Square, making shopping and dining incredibly convenient, especially after crossing CIQ. The room was spotless, modern, and quiet with a very comfortable bed. Check-in and check-out were smooth, and the front desk staff were friendly and efficient throughout our stay. The breakfast buffet had a great spread with plenty of variety. Would definitely stay here again on my next...

Albee

AED 278

AED 339 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a small pool, and surrounding greenery.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden countertops, and a buffet setup.

A modern hotel room with a large sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a city view through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative plant display.

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.9 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Alfred

AED 250

AED 304 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a city view, and a bar area with bottles and glasses.

A bar area with a bartender, shelves of bottles, and a menu board.

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a table with a candle, and a cityscape view at night.

A modern reception area with marble countertops, decorative wall panels, and a skylight.

6. Amari Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.7 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

ShengJia

AED 284

AED 344 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple dining tables, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

An aerial view of a rooftop pool with a tiled floor, a white border, and lounge chairs.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a green wall feature.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a view into the dining area.

7. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.9 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Nicole Jia Hui

AED 344

AED 380 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a city view.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, comfortable seating, and a city view.

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a city view.

8. Sheraton Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.4 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Cristal Su Yin

AED 494

AED 543 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A view of a rooftop pool with a cityscape in the background.

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a playground area with slides and climbing structures.

A restaurant with a white exterior, arched windows, and a signboard.

A high-rise building with a grid-like facade, featuring a pattern of green and white panels.

9. Twin Galaxy Residences

Taman Abad, 2.2 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

choo wee

AED 99

AED 186 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "Bella Hotel".

A hallway with a wooden floor, white walls, and a metal railing. There are potted plants along the railing.

A reception area with a marble floor, a reception desk, framed portraits on the wall, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a television.

10. Belllo Hotel JB Central

Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.2 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Kyanta

AED 159

AED 159 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A modern bathroom with grey tiles, a white toilet, a sink, and a shower.

A modern dining area with a black table and white chairs, a wooden bookshelf, and large potted plants.

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

Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.9 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Kevin

AED 73

AED 89 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern dining area with tables set for meals, a large window offering a city view, and a potted plant adding greenery.

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

A rooftop infinity pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by glass walls offering city views.

12. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.6 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Andrew

AED 217

AED 244 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a small indoor garden with a water feature.

A black exterior of a building with large windows and a door, featuring a modern design with visible structural elements and interior lighting.

A courtyard with a brick building, outdoor furniture, and plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a mirror.

13. Atelier Hotel Johor Bahru

Taman Pelangi, 2.6 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

See Hui Qing Karyne

AED 114

AED 146 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A waterfront patio with outdoor seating, palm trees, and a view of the city skyline.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed with a towel, and a framed picture on the wall.

A swimming pool with a tiled floor and lounge chairs, surrounded by tall buildings and palm trees.

A pathway lined with trees and a building with a modern design.

14. R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

Central District, 0.4 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Irene

AED 156

AED 242 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A rooftop swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a glass-enclosed area with seating.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a modern ceiling design.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a city view through the window.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

15. TROVE Johor Bahru

Taman Abad, 2.3 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Seng-Hoe

AED 233

AED 275 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern dining area with a green wall, wooden tables, and chairs.

A hotel with a modern glass facade and a traditional brick building adjacent to it.

A modern building with large glass windows and a car dealership in front.

16. Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

Taman Abad, 2.5 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Junchi

AED 188

AED 212 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern building with a glass facade, a waterfront promenade with outdoor seating, and a view of the city skyline at dusk.

A modern kitchen with a refrigerator, sink, and dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a view to the outside.

A swimming pool with blue mosaic tiles, surrounded by modern buildings and palm trees.

17. R&F TrexHomestay

Central District, 0.6 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

KAI JIN

AED 162

AED 252 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern indoor pool area with a clear view of the city skyline in the background.

A spacious lounge area with multiple seating options, large windows, and a tiled floor.

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

A modern living room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.

18. Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.1 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Mohamad Dali

AED 185

AED 243 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A clean, well-lit lobby with a sofa set, a small table, a potted plant, a fire hose reel, and a refrigerator.

A multi-story building with a colorful facade featuring diagonal stripes in red, blue, yellow, and white. The ground floor has a sign for "HOTEL SHOBI" and another sign indicating "NOW OPEN."

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, and a small table.

19. Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

Johor Bahru Old Town, 1.5 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Daryl

AED 63

AED 68 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, and a wooden table.

A hotel reception area with a check-in counter, a wooden chair, a suitcase, and a motorcycle.

A hallway with wooden sliding doors, a potted plant on a wooden stump, and a patterned carpet.

20. CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

Johor Bahru Old Town, 0.5 km from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Michael

AED 105

AED 123 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Property	Property class	Guest rating
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ	9.4 Exceptional 189 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG	8.6 Excellent 338 reviews	View
Z Hotel Johor	8.8 Excellent 155 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG	8.8 Excellent 778 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View

Top Bazaar Karat Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Staff helpful and friendly. 29th floor lounge evening tea session will be nice if can make available fried rice/noddle and choice of hot soup."

Belllo Hotel JB Central

10/10 Excellent

"Very spacious suite room, clean toilet and ammenities, even the kettle have been thoroughly washed without stains, and the bathroom walls too. The location is convenient to CIQ as well as cafe hopping at Jalan Wong Ah Fook or a visit to the Chinese Museum."

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful staff! Makes my stay enjoyable"

Sheraton Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent

"The gym was extraordinary"

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent

"NA"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The 2-room suite (for 4 of us) was smaller than I expected but is comfortable and clean. The staff at the counter were most supportive, helping us with Touch n go related requests, among others. Location was easy to find, and is accessible without being in a crowded area. Breakfast is moderately good, there were better options on the 2nd day for vegetarians."

Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent

"We love staying at Grand Paragon Hotel and visit almost every month. It is a very child-friendly hotel, which makes it perfect for our family. The rooms are clean and comfortable, the staff are warm and welcoming, and the breakfast has a good variety. The air conditioning is great, and our children always enjoy their stay. It feels like a home away from home for us, and we always look forward to coming back. Highly recommended for families with children! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

Hotel CIQ @ Wong Ah Fook

8/10 Good

"Cannot expect so must with the lower cost hotel. The room was clean and the staffs are helpful, walking distance to eating and shopping areas. It is next to the police center. As this is an old hotel, when someone is talking, you can hear them. Take note: A deposit of RM100 is needed. Tourism Tax applies to foreigner, tax rate is RM10 per room per night, collected by accommodation operators."

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

8/10 Good

"Night can get quite noisy"

Other attractions near Bazaar Karat

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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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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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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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 Old Chinese Temple

7.6/10 (19 reviews)

After visiting Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bandar Johor Bahru. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Johor Bahru City Square

8.2/10 (1,327 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Johor Bahru City Square, a popular shopping spot in Bandar Johor Bahru. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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R&F Mall

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at R&F Mall during your trip to Tanjung Puteri. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Persada Convention Center

Learn about the events happening at Persada Convention Center during your trip to Bandar 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 Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)?

Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market) is located in Bandar Johor Bahru. This family-friendly area is known for its major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 166 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)?

Adjacent to Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market), Belllo Hotel JB Central is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and a terrace. Other good options within a short distance include Amari Johor Bahru and Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)?

Expedia has 166 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market).

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market), will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market).

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)?

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What can I see and do near Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum and Sultan Abu Bakar Royal Palace Museum. Sights like Istana Besar, Sri Raja Mariamman Temple, and Tan Hiok Nee are must-sees while exploring the area. Spend some time wandering around Danga Bay Park, Sembawang Park, and Woodlands Waterfront Park.

How can I get to Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)?

If you're taking a train to the area, JB Sentral is the closest station to Central District. There may not be many public transit choices near Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market) so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market) hotels

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

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

3. Z Hotel Johor

4. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

6. Amari Johor Bahru

7. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

8. Sheraton Johor Bahru

9. Twin Galaxy Residences

10. Belllo Hotel JB Central

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

12. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

13. Atelier Hotel Johor Bahru

14. R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

15. TROVE Johor Bahru

16. Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

17. R&F TrexHomestay

18. Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

19. Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

20. CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

Compare popular hotels close to Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market)

Top Bazaar Karat Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Belllo Hotel JB Central

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Sheraton Johor Bahru

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

Hotel CIQ @ Wong Ah Fook

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

Other attractions near Bazaar Karat

Tan Hiok Nee

Sri Raja Mariamman Temple

Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum

Sultan Ibrahim Building

Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple

Johor Bahru City Square

R&F Mall

Persada Convention Center

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