Johor Bahru
Travel Guide

Johor Bahru awaits: its theme park, zoo, castle, and more!

Explore the family-friendly city of Johor Bahru—shopping, theme parks, and popular sights from Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru to KSL City Mall.

Where to stay in Johor Bahru

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Bukit Indah

4/5Very Good!(1 area review)

Bukit Indah is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Aeon Mall Bukit Indah, a top place to visit in the area.

Bukit Indah
Johor Bahru showing a fountain, rides and signage

Nusajaya

4/5Very Good!(20 area reviews)

Nusajaya is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Legoland Malaysia and Puteri Harbour while you're in town.

Nusajaya
Johor Bahru showing bird life, a pond and zoo animals

Central District

4/5Very Good!(59 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Central District is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out KSL City Mall and Johor Bahru City Square.

Central District
The golden hanging light bulbs lit up the glass house of The Toast Cafe and gave the big space a magical aesthetic. Have a seat and enjoy a cup of coffee with friends in the cozy cafe. #lifeatexpedia #lights #hanginglights

Bandar Baru Permas Jaya

4.5/5Wonderful!(5 area reviews)

Restaurants and shopping are some things travelers note about Bandar Baru Permas Jaya. Check out KSL City Mall or Johor Bahru City Square while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.

Bandar Baru Permas Jaya
Johor Bahru showing a playground and rides as well as an individual child

Medini

Visitors highly recommend Medini for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Legoland Malaysia while you're in town.

Medini
Kempas, Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

Kempas

Kempas might not have many top sights, but Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru and Sutera Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kempas
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
4 out of 5
12 Jalan Ngee Heng, Johor Bahru, Johor
The price is NT$1,342 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13

Located in Central District, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Persada Convention Center, Johor Bahru City Square, and Komtar JBCC. Danga Bay is 3 ...…

4.4/5Wonderful! (996 reviews)

"They do really trained their staff to give the best service and friendly to customer. Their efficiency level was at maximum level either staff at front desk, waitress and also chef who served me. I love Hilton!"…"

Reviewed on 2021/3/16

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel
Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel
4.5 out of 5
No. 2, Jalan Permas 11, Bandar Baru Permas Jaya, Masai, Johor
The price is NT$1,652 per night from Apr 17 to Apr 18

Located in Bandar Baru Permas Jaya, this luxury hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of The Mall, KSL City Mall, and Komtar JBCC. AEON Tebrau City and Johor Bahru City ...…

4.4/5Wonderful! (773 reviews)

"Near Pasir Gudang and surrounding Hotel a lot of shop"…"

Reviewed on 2020/12/18

Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel
JEN Johor Puteri Harbour by Shangri-La
JEN Johor Puteri Harbour by Shangri-La
4 out of 5
Persiaran Puteri Selatan, Puteri Harbour, Iskandar Puteri, Johor
The price is NT$1,597 per night from May 2 to May 3

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Legoland Malaysia and 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Sutera Mall. Angry Birds Activity ...…

4.2/5Excellent! (871 reviews)

"Value for money. Check in by staff was fast and efficient. Despite arriving at 1.30pm I was given the room. Will definitely stay there again."…"

Reviewed on 2020/12/31

JEN Johor Puteri Harbour by Shangri-La
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KSL Hotel & Resort - Apartment
KSL Hotel & Resort - Apartment
3.5 out of 5
33, Jalan Seladang, Taman Abad, Johor Bahru, Johor
The price is NT$2,409 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13

Located in Central District, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Holiday Plaza and KSL City Mall. Johor Bahru City Square and Komtar JBCC are also ...…

3.8/5Good! (63 reviews)

"Location was excellent Ask for non smoking room but the room given has a smoking smell. The smell doesn’t go away even after opening the window and aircon."…"

Reviewed on 2020/3/3

KSL Hotel & Resort - Apartment
Suasana All Suites Hotel
Suasana All Suites Hotel
3.5 out of 5
82C Jalan Trus, Bandar Johor Bahru, Johor Bahru, Johor Bahru
The price is NT$933 per night from Apr 29 to Apr 30

Located in Central District, this aparthotel is steps from Persada Convention Center and Komtar JBCC. Johor Bahru City Square is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) away. JB Sentral ...…

4.3/5Excellent! (313 reviews)
Best apthotel in JB

"Excellent room. Very clean. Nice view. Recommended."…"

Reviewed on 2020/9/17

Suasana All Suites Hotel
Somerset Medini Iskandar Puteri
Somerset Medini Iskandar Puteri
4 out of 5
Lot 5 Jalan Medini Utara 4, Iskandar Puteri, Johor
The price is NT$1,239 per night from Apr 18 to Apr 19

Located in Nusajaya, this aparthotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Legoland Malaysia, Puteri Harbour, and Nusajaya Centre. Murai Reservoir and Puteri Harbour Family ...…

4.1/5Very Good! (666 reviews)

"Staff were very friendly. Great location being only minutes away from Legoland. Breakfast had more variety than expected."…"

Reviewed on 2020/1/30

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Popular places to visit in Johor Bahru

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Legoland Malaysia

Enjoy a fun-packed day of adventure for all the family at this combined theme park and water park attraction.

Legoland Malaysia
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Danga Bay

Explore the great outdoors at Danga Bay, a popular spot to commune with nature in Johor Bahru. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Danga Bay
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IOI Mall Kulai

During your trip to Daerah Kulai, you can enjoy retail therapy at IOI Mall Kulai. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

IOI Mall Kulai

Reviews of Johor Bahru

3.8

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5 - Excellent 14.285714285714286%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 50%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 33.333333333333336%
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3/5 - Okay

Singapore

Nov 4, 2019

Shopping relatively the same price in Singapore. Lots of nail and hair places (cheaper than Singapore)

4/5 - Good

Ami

May 1, 2019

Pretty normal

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Apr 8, 2019

Food and massage affordable

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Mar 25, 2019

Johor Premium Outlet is nice.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Feb 11, 2019

We were lucky to pass both immigration checkpoints with hiring a taxi!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Feb 5, 2019

Honestly feel Johor has evolved since I last went there (especially the malls). I don’t regret going there as there were many shopping options for me near the KTM station! (Komtar)

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