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1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Central District, 0.7 km from Istana Besar

Abdul Ghani

CA $66

CA $88 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

2. Amari Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Noelle Jin Ci

CA $76

CA $93 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

JB R&F Cove Seaview Bay 4BR Unit (Kitchen/Refrigerator/Washing Machine/Free Parking)

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

Central District, 1.7 km from Istana Besar

Arnel

CA $59

CA $67 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

4. Z Hotel Johor

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Mona

CA $53

CA $67 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

5. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.6 km from Istana Besar

Arnel

CA $123

CA $136 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.2 km from Istana Besar

Natasha

CA $103

CA $125 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed (Top Floor)

7. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Poomahdevi

CA $114

CA $139 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

8. Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In

Central District, 1.8 km from Istana Besar

Kevin

CA $31

CA $37 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

9. Sheraton Johor Bahru

Central District, 1.9 km from Istana Besar

Vincent

CA $221

CA $243 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

10. Twin Galaxy Residences

Taman Abad, 2.6 km from Istana Besar

choo wee

CA $36

CA $68 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

11. Belllo Hotel JB Central

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Norridzuan

CA $57

CA $68 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

12. R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

Central District, 1.3 km from Istana Besar

"The location is great. It is just 15min from JB CIQ. There are many food options and Jaya Grocer is available for other needs. Staff are extremely friendly and helpful. The room is extremely comfortable with lots of amenities. Main complaint is the noise. I stayed on the 13rd floor on Friday and Saturday. The motorcycle noise from the road (apartment facing a major road) is unbearable. It continued until 2 to 3am on both night. I initally thought there was a F1 bike race but it is just heavy...

Tiong Ghee

CA $47

CA $78 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Comfort Apartment, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, City View | Living area

Comfort Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking | Living area

13. Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

Central District, 1.8 km from Istana Besar

Mohamad Dali

CA $53

CA $75 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

14. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar

Faye

CA $83

CA $89 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Comfort Apartment, 1 King Bed | Living area

15. R&F TrexHomestay

Central District, 1.5 km from Istana Besar

KAI JIN

CA $94

CA $131 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

16. CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

Central District, 1 km from Istana Besar

Hui Hui

CA $35

CA $41 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

17. Ais Kacang Sweet Home Pinnacle Tower

Taman Abad, 2.6 km from Istana Besar

Abdul Rasyid

CA $79

CA $98 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

18. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Chin Sung

CA $39

CA $50 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

19. R&F Princess Cove at ANJU

Central District, 1.9 km from Istana Besar

Simon

CA $51

CA $77 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

20. Attrus By LSE - Hostel

Central District, 1.1 km from Istana Besar

Ken

CA $31

CA $40 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG	8.6 Excellent 331 reviews	View
Amari Johor Bahru	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ	9.4 Exceptional 173 reviews	View
Z Hotel Johor	8.8 Excellent 148 reviews	View
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru	9.0 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View

Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

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

8/10 Good

"The room is in excellent condition."

Sheraton Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Everything was great, except that the room type had a connecting room. The soundproof was not that great as we had guest on the other room. It wasn’t bad but do take note that if you are sensitive to noise you could hear some noise next door."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and inviting. Car park entrance was from another road that was different from the drop off area."

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Free parking, staff service excellent. Surrounding hotel under construction so location messy not so nice"

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Just next to CIQ. Will be glad that you are so close to the customs and can just dump the bag before going to shop in KSL or Southkey. In July 2026 the City Square is undergoing renovations so there is not much to shop so take note of that. Everything should be back to normal when the new MRT station opens that links to Singapore. The hotel is modern, new and very welcoming. Did not have breakfast at the hotel but went to the old town to have my nasi lemak and hainanese coffee."

Suasana JB Central by TPL

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast at level 34 was nice. highest cafe in all of JB"

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable stay."

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

8/10 Good

"Night can get quite noisy"

T Hotel Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Nearness to train station"

Other attractions near Istana Besar

A pelican standing on a railing by a green body of water with trees and buildings in the background.

Johor Zoo

7.0/10 (15 reviews)

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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A long corridor with a blue floor, white walls, and yellow doors.

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

6.4/10 (8 reviews)

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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A red colonial-style building with white trim, ornate balconies, and traditional lanterns.

Tan Hiok Nee

Learn about the local history of Bandar Johor Bahru with a stop at Tan Hiok Nee. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

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Royal Abu Bakar Museum

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

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Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar

Learn about the local history of Johor Bahru when you take a trip to Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Sultan Ibrahim Building

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting Sultan Ibrahim Building, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bandar Johor Bahru. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

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Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum during your travels in Bandar Johor Bahru. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Sri Raja Mariamman Temple

After visiting Sri Raja Mariamman Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bandar Johor Bahru. Visit the area's shops or amble around its picturesque gardens.

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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 128 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 128 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.

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 Woodlands Waterfront Park, Taman Merdeka, 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.

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Our top choices for Istana Besar hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

2. Amari Johor Bahru

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

4. Z Hotel Johor

5. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

7. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

8. Havona Hotel @ CIQ Johor Bahru - Self Check-In

9. Sheraton Johor Bahru

10. Twin Galaxy Residences

11. Belllo Hotel JB Central

12. R&F Princess Cove JB By SaffronCasa JB

13. Twin Tower Residence by Stayrene

14. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

15. R&F TrexHomestay

16. CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

17. Ais Kacang Sweet Home Pinnacle Tower

18. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

19. R&F Princess Cove at ANJU

20. Attrus By LSE - Hostel

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Top Istana Besar Hotel Reviews

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

Sheraton Johor Bahru

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Suasana JB Central by TPL

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

CIQ HOTEL at Jalan Trus

T Hotel Johor Bahru

Other attractions near Istana Besar

Johor Zoo

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

Tan Hiok Nee

Royal Abu Bakar Museum

Masjid Negeri Sultan Abu Bakar

Sultan Ibrahim Building

Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum

Sri Raja Mariamman Temple

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