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1. 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, (329 reviews)
"Convenient and quiet ;)"
Singapore
Mui San
The price is NT$1,447
NT$1,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
JB R&F Cove Seaview Bay 4BR Unit (Kitchen/Refrigerator/Washing Machine/Free Parking) | Soundproofing, WiFi (free), bed sheets

2. 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
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (166 reviews)
"Great accommodation and service"
Singapore
Arnel
The price is NT$1,370
NT$1,559 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
Smart TV

3. Z Hotel Johor

Z Hotel Johor
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (142 reviews)
"hotel room was nice and spacious.clean and a very good location"
United States
Mona
The price is NT$1,377
NT$1,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Z Hotel Johor
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

4. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.6 km from Istana Besar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This is our third stay with Capri and always happy to book with them. Facilities are well kept, attentive staff, helpful operators for your needs. Good and accessible for check in and out."
Singapore
Jeammie
The price is NT$2,754
NT$3,054 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

5. 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, (767 reviews)
"Breakfast was good too!"
Singapore
Poomahdevi
The price is NT$2,491
NT$3,038 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

6. Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru
5.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Good place to stay! Very quiet and comfortable"
Singapore
Noelle Jin Ci
The price is NT$3,242
NT$3,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Amari Johor Bahru
Superior Double Room, 1 Bedroom | WiFi (free)

7. 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
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16 reviews)
"Clean and comfy"
Singapore
Kevin
The price is NT$641
NT$772 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In
Outdoor pool

8. 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, (11 reviews)
"Room was very clean and perfect for a staycation. Thumbs up."
Singapore
Mohamad Dali
The price is NT$1,044
NT$1,550 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

9. Sheraton Johor Bahru

Sheraton Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.9 km from Istana Besar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (64 reviews)
"Best part was the exceptional service. Especially Tara at the breakfast restaurant (her big bright smile and efficiency) and Giresh at the bar (he went out of his way to cater to our requests)"
Singapore
Vijay
The price is NT$5,140
NT$5,630 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Sheraton Johor Bahru
Exterior

10. 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
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (99 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 NT$1,186
NT$1,915 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB
Outdoor pool

11. 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, (420 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 NT$2,290
NT$2,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
TROVE Johor Bahru
Front of property

12. 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, (591 reviews)
"Didn't check in as no car park provided. Reception was not helpfull to suggest how to park the car. Then decided to check in another hotel."
Malaysia
Norridzuan
The price is NT$1,591
NT$1,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Belllo Hotel JB Central
Breakfast, dinner and brunch served

13. 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, (443 reviews)
"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."
Australia
Faye
The price is NT$1,855
NT$2,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

14. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff, had a good breakfast and quiet stay."
Singapore
Natasha
The price is NT$2,918
NT$3,522 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Premium Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

15. 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, (88 reviews)
"A decent budget hotel."
Singapore
Hui Hui
The price is NT$1,023
NT$1,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
Exterior

16. 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 NT$2,192
NT$3,044 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
R&F TrexHomestay
Exterior

17. New York Hotel

New York Hotel
3.5 star property
Taman Abad, 2.6 km from Istana Besar
7.2 out of 10, Good, (519 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and good breakfast."
Malaysia
Nur Farra Saadah
The price is NT$1,259
NT$1,565 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
New York Hotel
Deluxe Double Room | Balcony

18. 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 NT$1,278
NT$2,092 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
R&F Princess Cove at ANJU
Reception hall

19. 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 NT$718
NT$927 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Attrus By LSE - Hostel
Reception

20. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Very convenient to stay as many food stall surrounding and a mall just next to the hotel"
Malaysia
Chin Sung
The price is NT$978
NT$978 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
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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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
329 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
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
166 reviews
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Smart TV
Z Hotel Johor
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
142 reviews
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Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 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
767 reviews
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Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent
"Totally my go to in Johor. Consistently very good standard and serviced."
Andrew 14-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ

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Johor Zoo

7.0/10 (15 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 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.