Istana Besar Tours and Activities

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Amerin Hotel Johor Bahru

Amerin Hotel Johor Bahru

4 out of 5
Taman Perling
Price was NZ$2,224, price is now NZ$1,995 per person
NZ$1,995
per person
4 June - 9 June
just found
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Johor Bahru (JHB)
7.8/10 Good! (707 reviews)
Rooms and hotel not the cleanest, good do with some improvements. Good value however for the price.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Z Hotel Johor

Z Hotel Johor

3 out of 5
Central District
Price was NZ$2,407, price is now NZ$2,134 per person
NZ$2,134
per person
4 June - 9 June
just found
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Johor Bahru (JHB)
8.8/10 Excellent! (135 reviews)
there a shop at ground floor beside the hotel but require cash. short walk to city square. decent location, decent hotel, good stay.

Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

JB City Shopping Mall Apartment

JB City Shopping Mall Apartment

3 out of 5
Central District
Price was NZ$2,435, price is now NZ$2,176 per person
NZ$2,176
per person
4 June - 9 June
just found
Return flight included
Auckland (AKL) to Johor Bahru (JHB)
8.2/10 Very Good! (95 reviews)
great location. easy access to ksl mall even if it rain.

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025

Tours & day trips

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Singapore Zoo

Singapore Zoo

Activity duration is 1 day
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Price is NZ$77 per adult
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Attractions

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Night Safari without Dinner + Priority Tram boarding

Night Safari without Dinner + Priority Tram boarding

Activity duration is 4 hours
7.8 out of 10 with 272 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$159 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Half Day Sightseeing Guided Tour with National Orchid Garden

Half Day Sightseeing Guided Tour with National Orchid Garden

Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$71 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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2-Hr Bag Painting - Leather Paint

2-Hr Bag Painting - Leather Paint

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$92 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Johor Bahru Trishaw Tour

Johor Bahru Trishaw Tour

Activity duration is 7 hours
Price is NZ$44 per adult
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Popular places to visit

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

Johor Zoo

Hang out with the animal kingdom to encounter a rich variety of wildlife at one of the oldest zoos in Malaysia.

Johor Zoo
Johor Bahru featuring heritage architecture and a mosque

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

Visit the state mosque of Johor, a beautiful old building that was commissioned by a sultan and boasts a mix of architectural styles.

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque
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Tan Hiok Nee

Find out about the history of Bandar Johor Bahru when you spend time at Tan Hiok Nee. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Tan Hiok Nee

Sultan Abu Bakar Royal Palace Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Sultan Abu Bakar Royal Palace Museum during your trip to Johor Bahru. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Sultan Abu Bakar Royal Palace Museum

Royal Abu Bakar Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Royal Abu Bakar Museum in Johor Bahru. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Royal Abu Bakar Museum

Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar

Learn about the local history of Johor Bahru when you spend time at Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar

Top Istana Besar Hotel & Accommodation Deals

Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru

5 out of 5
No. 82C, Jalan Trus Johor Bahru Johor
Amari Johor Bahru
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

4 out of 5
01-02 Menara Landmark, No. 12 Johor Bahru Johor
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
Jalan Tun Abdul Razak 80000 Johor Bahru
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

4 out of 5
Lot 512, Jalan Syed Mohd Mufti Johor Bahru Johor
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
Sheraton Johor Bahru

Sheraton Johor Bahru

4 out of 5
#05-01A, Menara SKS, Jalan Storey, Bukit Senyum Johor Bahru Johor
Sheraton Johor Bahru
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

4 out of 5
82C Jalan Trus, Bandar Johor Bahru Johor Bahru Johor Bahru
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

4 out of 5
Menara Tiga Serangkai Johor Bahru Johor
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB

3 out of 5
22-24, SUSUR 1 Johor Bahru Johor Bahru
Shobi Hotel Johor Bahru Near CIQ JB
Hotel CIQ, Jalan Trus

Hotel CIQ, Jalan Trus

2 out of 5
86, 87, 86, 87, Jalan Trus, Bandar Johor Bahru Johor
Hotel CIQ, Jalan Trus
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