The Best Hotels Closest to Istana Bukit Serene in Johor Bahru for 2026

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A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV. There is a balcony with a view of palm trees and a body of water.

A high-rise residential building with multiple balconies, a swimming pool, and a view of a body of water.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of high-rise buildings through the window.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

1. Country Garden Danga Bay Sea View Homestay by Stayrene

Danga Bay, 1.7 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Wai Hoong

NT$1,257

NT$1,818 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A bedroom with a large window, a bed with white linens, and a wooden headboard.

A beach with palm trees, a clear sky, and a view of the ocean.

A pool area with palm trees and a view of a building in the background.

2. Country Garden Danga Bay by Widebed JB

Danga Bay, 1.6 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Virgil

NT$2,048

NT$2,289 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A compact bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.

A spacious lobby with a red sofa, multiple armchairs, a coffee machine, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a bedside table with a lamp, and a large mirror on the wall.

3. Tune Hotel - Danga Bay, Johor

Danga Bay, 1.1 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Salmah

NT$995

NT$1,153 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A swimming pool with a water slide, surrounded by palm trees and a small tower structure.

A hotel room with a bed, sofa, dining table, and kitchenette.

A room with a large window overlooking a green landscape with trees and a road.

A spacious living room with a dining area, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, and a large window with curtains.

4. The Avenue M Johor Bahru

1.9 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Lai

NT$3,279

NT$3,619 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern dining area with a green ceiling, a round table with four stools, a black chair, a red side table, and a potted plant.

A hotel reception area with a green wall, a chandelier, a reception desk, a TV, and two red chairs.

A hotel named "HOTEL LIVE BUDGET" with a modern facade and large windows.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wardrobe, and a painting on the wall.

5. Olive Hotel

Central District, 2.7 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Nor

NT$821

NT$1,047 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A courtyard with a small pond, a wooden bridge, and various tropical plants.

An outdoor covered patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by plants and a brick pathway.

A spacious lobby with patterned sofas, a white table, and a reception desk.

A hotel with a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a flagpole.

6. Hotel Seri Malaysia Johor Bahru

Central District, 2.9 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Adam

NT$1,042

NT$1,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A hotel room with two beds, a cityscape mural on the wall, and a view of the city at night.

A reception area with a marble counter, pendant lighting, a clock, and a floral painting.

A modern interior with pendant lighting, a wooden staircase, and a view of the outside through large windows.

The exterior of Kozi Hotel with a sign indicating it is re-opening.

7. Kozi Hotel - Danga Bay

Danga Bay, 0.9 km from Istana Bukit Serene

NT$505

NT$624 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A corridor with potted plants, a bench, and a glass door.

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading "Golden Court Hotel."

A reception desk with a vase of red orchids, a clock, and a sign reading "GOLDEN COURT".

A row of wooden benches and large potted plants along a corridor with glass doors and a tiled floor.

8. Golden Court Hotel

Central District, 3 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Shawn

NT$734

NT$867 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A reception desk with a glass partition, a sign indicating room rates, and a view of the outside through a window.

A hotel entrance with glass doors, a welcome sign, and a price sign indicating RM 80.

A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, a window with curtains, and a nightstand.

A hotel with a green facade, a visible entrance, and a sign indicating a taxi service nearby.

9. The Ardens Hotel - Tmn Suria Muafakat JB

Central District, 0.9 km from Istana Bukit Serene

William Jr

NT$520

NT$640 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A lobby with a large glass door, a wooden chair with floral upholstery, a wooden side table with a vase, and a bamboo plant in a basket.

A staircase with brown steps and green handrails leading to a door marked with the number 219.

A multi-story building with a tiled facade and a balcony on the second floor.

A small bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

10. Hotel O Villa De Rose

Central District, 2.4 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Abdul Rani

NT$308

NT$426 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a balcony with a view of the sea.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A swimming pool surrounded by high-rise residential buildings.

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop and bar stools, a dining table set for four, and a living area with a sofa and a TV.

11. Country Garden By Antlerzone

Danga Bay, 2 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Elvir

NT$843

NT$1,696 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the sea.

A high-rise residential building with multiple balconies, a swimming pool, and a view of the water body.

A spa room with a hot tub, a massage chair, a window with a view of the sea, and a towel rack.

A modern living room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

12. Country Garden Danga Bay By Stayrene

Danga Bay, 0.8 km from Istana Bukit Serene

NT$2,092

NT$2,732 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A swimming pool with a wavy design, palm trees, and a view of the beach at sunset.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a balcony with a view of the city skyline and a sunset.

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

A beachside hotel with high-rise buildings, palm trees, and outdoor seating areas.

13. Full Sea View Country Garden Danga Bay 11-13pax

Danga Bay, 0.7 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Sin hui

NT$1,193

NT$1,987 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

14. The Ardens Hotel - Nong Chik

Central District, 1.6 km from Istana Bukit Serene

Desmond

NT$813

NT$956 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A balcony with wicker chairs and a glass table, overlooking a calm body of water and distant cityscape.

A swimming pool surrounded by high-rise buildings, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a kettle, and a sink.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a small desk, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

15. Chic 3BR in Danga Bay With Water Views & Parking

Danga Bay, 0.5 km from Istana Bukit Serene

"The most horrible experience I ever had. Inaccurate address given and we had to literally drag the luggages with elderly and children and walked for more than 500m in the rain. Should have just given 10A tower Royal Strand. Second inaccurate process was given. The guardhouse insisted QR code to be shown before allowing to enter to get the access card from the mailbox. We spent 1.5 hrs pleading with the non English speaking guard. Poor maintenance of the condo with poor hygiene. Hand found in...

Jan Sian Huey

NT$1,078

NT$1,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A rooftop pool with tiled blue water, surrounded by plants and modern architecture.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

A dining area with a table and chairs, a window with curtains, and two paintings on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

16. GYDEN STAYCATION #The Straits Johor Bahru

Central District, 2.4 km from Istana Bukit Serene

NT$895

NT$1,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern building with the sign "CHARITON HOTEL" on its facade.

A corridor with framed pictures on the walls, a door at the end, and a red object on the floor.

A bar area with a polished wooden counter and benches.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, and a chair.

17. Chariton Hotel Skudai Kiri

2 km from Istana Bukit Serene

NT$689

NT$745 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern living room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, and a large window with a view.

A modern multi-story building with a flat roof, surrounded by greenery and a body of water in the background.

18. Paragon Residences by Stayrene

Central District, 2.3 km from Istana Bukit Serene

NT$1,599

NT$2,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A white bathroom sink with a faucet, a soap dispenser, and a toothbrush holder.

A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, a TV, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

A hotel room with a large bed, a red headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a small table with a bottle.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a phone, and a window with curtains.

19. Golden Leaf Boutique Hotel

Danga Bay, 0.9 km from Istana Bukit Serene

NT$654

NT$772 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Istana Bukit Serene

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Country Garden Danga Bay Sea View Homestay by Stayrene	9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews	View
Country Garden Danga Bay by Widebed JB	8.6 Excellent 7 reviews	View
Tune Hotel - Danga Bay, Johor	7.2 Good 317 reviews	View
The Avenue M Johor Bahru	7.4 Good 8 reviews	View
Olive Hotel	7.0 Good 38 reviews	View

Top Istana Bukit Serene Hotel Reviews

Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"NA"

KSL Hotel & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"All was great. Particularly appreciative of the staff in allowing early check-in."

Sheraton Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, good view from 22nd floor, helpful staff and sumptuous breakfast spread."

Country Garden Danga Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Very helpful and responsive during check-in process. Room was comfortably big for 4 pax stay throughout."

Country Garden Danga Bay Sea View Homestay by Stayrene

10/10 Excellent

"Pool: Poor condition! Unit: Very clean. Location: Perfect, lotsa eateries and mini marts. Check in process: Need improvement between housekeeping & management. Despite advising our check in time and confirmation that we were able to check in at 3pm, our keys arw not available as unit still under housekeeping status. Keys collected close to 5pm. We could have done so much things in that 2hrs waiting!"

Tune Hotel - Danga Bay, Johor

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. No fuss booking and checking in and checking out. Quiet."

Country Garden Danga Bay by Widebed JB

8/10 Good

"Location is good and safe. One of the toilet water heater is not functioning. The stove area have ants and quite dusty on the cooker hoverboard. Few plates are oily so we need to do some wiping and cleaning before use. There’s Netflix well going. "

Other attractions near Istana Bukit Serene

Danga Bay Park

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Danga Bay Park as part of your trip to Johor Bahru. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Johor Golf and Country Club

6.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy a round of golf in Johor Bahru at Johor Golf and Country Club. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Taman Merdeka

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting Taman Merdeka, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Johor Bahru. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Lido Beach Country Garden

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lido Beach Country Garden during your trip to Johor Bahru? While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Beletime Danga Bay

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Beletime Danga Bay during your trip to Johor Bahru. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Mydin Shopping Centre

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

During your trip to Johor Bahru, you can enjoy retail therapy at Mydin Shopping Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.

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Angsana Johor Bahru Mall

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can do some window-shopping at Angsana Johor Bahru Mall during your stay in Johor Bahru. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.

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Tan Sri Hassan Yunus Stadium

6.0/10 (3 reviews)

Catch an event at Tan Sri Hassan Yunus Stadium during your trip to Johor Bahru. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Istana Bukit Serene?

Istana Bukit Serene is located in a family-friendly area of Johor Bahru known for its array of dining options and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 70 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Istana Bukit Serene?

Full Sea View Country Garden Danga Bay 11-13pax is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and a fitness center. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Istana Bukit Serene. Other good options close by include Country Garden Danga Bay By Stayrene and The Ardens Hotel - Tmn Suria Muafakat JB.

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

Expedia has 70 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Istana Bukit Serene.

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

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Istana Bukit Serene.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Istana Bukit Serene?

To find more details about updating your stay near Istana Bukit Serene or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Istana Bukit Serene?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Sultan Abu Bakar Royal Palace Museum and Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum. Sights like Istana Besar, Sri Raja Mariamman Temple, and Tan Hiok Nee are landmarks to visit in the area. You can wander around Danga Bay Park, Taman Merdeka, or Woodlands Waterfront Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

How can I get to Istana Bukit Serene?

If you're hopping a train into the city, JB Sentral is the closest station to Central District. There might not be many public transit options to choose from near by Istana Bukit Serene so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Istana Bukit Serene hotels

1. Country Garden Danga Bay Sea View Homestay by Stayrene

2. Country Garden Danga Bay by Widebed JB

3. Tune Hotel - Danga Bay, Johor

4. The Avenue M Johor Bahru

5. Olive Hotel

6. Hotel Seri Malaysia Johor Bahru

7. Kozi Hotel - Danga Bay

8. Golden Court Hotel

9. The Ardens Hotel - Tmn Suria Muafakat JB

10. Hotel O Villa De Rose

11. Country Garden By Antlerzone

12. Country Garden Danga Bay By Stayrene

13. Full Sea View Country Garden Danga Bay 11-13pax

14. The Ardens Hotel - Nong Chik

15. Chic 3BR in Danga Bay With Water Views & Parking

16. GYDEN STAYCATION #The Straits Johor Bahru

17. Chariton Hotel Skudai Kiri

18. Paragon Residences by Stayrene

19. Golden Leaf Boutique Hotel

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Top Istana Bukit Serene Hotel Reviews

Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

KSL Hotel & Resort

Sheraton Johor Bahru

Country Garden Danga Bay

Country Garden Danga Bay Sea View Homestay by Stayrene

Tune Hotel - Danga Bay, Johor

Country Garden Danga Bay by Widebed JB

Other attractions near Istana Bukit Serene

Danga Bay Park

Johor Golf and Country Club

Taman Merdeka

Lido Beach Country Garden

Beletime Danga Bay

Mydin Shopping Centre

Angsana Johor Bahru Mall

Tan Sri Hassan Yunus Stadium

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