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Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
4.0 star property
Central District, 1.5 km from Istana Besar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Staffs are very very accommodating and friendly to ensure your stay is a good one."
Singapore
Seow Hui
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool loungers
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ

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

R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
4.5 star property
Central District, 1.7 km from Istana Besar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (83)
"Great place for taking a break. Wonderful place. Attentive staff, clean room and service was fantastic. Will definitely stay there again on my next trip to JB."
Singapore
Dennis
The price is NZ$98
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

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, (1000)
"Clean rooms, great amenities. Nothing to complain about except the road works outside (nothing they can do about it, though just to note when trying to walk to the hotel from CIQ)"
Singapore
Huimin
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Exterior
R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

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
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (93)
"Staff are friendly."
Singapore
Yong Chong
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB
Property amenity
Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru
5.0 star property
Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Room was clean, location awesome. Level of service is good as well. Will definitely be back. "
Singapore
Karen
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Amari Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

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, (705)
"Loved the location and convenience."
Singapore
Min Fui Christopher
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Deluxe King Room
Z Hotel Johor

Z Hotel Johor

Z Hotel Johor
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (130)
"The rooms were super clean. Staff friendly and helpful. Will definitely recommend others this hotel"
Singapore
Jumana
The price is NZ$98
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Z Hotel Johor
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
4.0 star property
Central District, 0.5 km from Istana Besar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (297)
"Pleasant stay "
Malaysia
ariza
The price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
Exterior
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

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, (416)
"Good location spacious n clean "
Singapore
Joanne
The price is NZ$119
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Shama Suasana Johor Bahru
Front of property
Belllo Hotel JB Central

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, (581)
"Excellent "
United States
Mohamad Fazillilah
The price is NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Belllo Hotel JB Central
Outdoor pool
TROVE Johor Bahru

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, (409)
"Every things is good"
Singapore
Lee
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
TROVE Johor Bahru
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

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, (85)
"A decent budget hotel."
Singapore
Hui Hui
CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus
Buffet
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

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, (1001)
"The staff are friendly and the area is convenient."
Singapore
Dzulina Binte Abdul Samad
The price is NZ$88
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
Exterior
New York Hotel

New York Hotel

New York Hotel
3.5 star property
Taman Abad, 2.6 km from Istana Besar
7.2 out of 10, Good, (506)
"Good location"
Malaysia
boonchin
New York Hotel
Restaurant
G5 Hotel & Serviced Apartment

G5 Hotel & Serviced Apartment

G5 Hotel & Serviced Apartment
3.0 star property
Taman Abad, 2.6 km from Istana Besar
7.2 out of 10, Good, (142)
"Close to the park"
United States
Yuehui
G5 Hotel & Serviced Apartment
Front of property – evening/night
T Hotel Johor Bahru

T Hotel Johor Bahru

T Hotel Johor Bahru
2.5 star property
Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar
4.8 out of 10, (83)
"It's room just ok for it's fares but the location is good."
Singapore
PEI LUN
The price is NZ$57
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
T Hotel Johor Bahru
Outdoor pool
SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene

SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene

SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene
3.0 star property
Central District, 1.8 km from Istana Besar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7)
"Family friendly apartment, especially family with kids! My kids love the play area. Modern, minimalist and clean apartment. One of the best apartment in JB I have stay before 👍👍"
Singapore
Wani
The price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
SKS Pavillion Residences by Stayrene
Exterior
Twin Galaxy Residences

Twin Galaxy Residences

Twin Galaxy Residences
3.0 star property
Taman Abad, 2.6 km from Istana Besar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
"Good location - very comparable to the 3-4 star hotels around. (ie: New York, KSL, Gp, etc) Parking is good, and my vehicle feels safe(compared to other hotels). Ample food options at the ground level as well."
Singapore
Aiden
Twin Galaxy Residences
Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, City View
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

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, (6)
"Clean and decent. Rooms are generally comfortable, only thing is don’t have warbrobe. Having mahjong room is great! Booked 2 units and 1 of them don’t have frying pan for own cooking. Overall still clean and decent accommodation. "
Singapore
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene
Triple Room
Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In

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
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7)
"Reasonable price & location wise is good "
Singapore
Wannadwah
The price is NZ$49
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In
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Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent
"Great staff and service!"
MinYang 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Hotels near other Istana Besar attractions

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.
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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.
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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, take a look at the 122 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Istana Besar?
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Istana Besar. Other good options close by include Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG and DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru.
How many hotels are there close to Istana Besar?
Expedia has 122 hotels and other accommodation options 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 room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near Istana Besar.
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 Danga Bay Park, Marsiling Park and Taman Merdeka.
How can I get to Istana Besar?
To see more of the larger area, hop aboard a train at JB Sentral. There might not be many public transport options to choose from near to Istana Besar so consider renting a car to see more of the area.