Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour is a rare gem in this part of the country, and sits pretty along Puteri Harbour. This is a slick, upscale hotel that attracts business travelers and leisure tourists, including families in town for the nearby theme parks. Rooms are contemporary and fresh; some offer great views of the water and all units have air-conditioning and flat-screen cable TVs. With on-site features such as a spa, a spacious fitness center, and multiple pools and restaurants, the hotel is filled with amenities, which help make it one of the region's most popular picks. Those who want a quieter stay can consider the next-door Somerset Puteri Harbour Iskandar. Rates are lower, but keep in mind that a minimum two-night booking is required there.
Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour is a rare gem in this part of the country, and sits pretty along Puteri Harbour. This is a slick, upscale hotel that attracts business travelers and leisure tourists, including families in town for the nearby theme parks. Rooms are contemporary and fresh; some offer great views of the water and all units have air-conditioning and flat-screen cable TVs. With on-site features such as a spa, a spacious fitness center, and multiple pools and restaurants, the hotel is filled with amenities, which help make it one of the region's most popular picks. Those who want a quieter stay can consider the next-door Somerset Puteri Harbour Iskandar. Rates are lower, but keep in mind that a minimum two-night booking is required there.
Hotel Granada is a mid-range property that’s been around for some time (and unfortunately, that shows in some areas). Its location in Bukit Indah is great, particularly for leisure travelers. The Aeon Mall shopping complex is opposite, and several eateries are within walking distance from the hotel. Rooms are bright and simple, with flat-screen TVs in addition to free-to-use Handy Phones loaded with data and international calling capabilities. There are a handful of features on-site, like two restaurants and a spa, but facilities like the pool and fitness center are extremely tiny. Those who prefer to be in Johor’s city center and don’t mind paying a little more should consider KSL Hotel & Resort instead. The property can get crowded, but there’s more to look forward to in terms of hotel features and it’s attached to a shopping mall.
Hotel Granada is a mid-range property that’s been around for some time (and unfortunately, that shows in some areas). Its location in Bukit Indah is great, particularly for leisure travelers. The Aeon Mall shopping complex is opposite, and several eateries are within walking distance from the hotel. Rooms are bright and simple, with flat-screen TVs in addition to free-to-use Handy Phones loaded with data and international calling capabilities. There are a handful of features on-site, like two restaurants and a spa, but facilities like the pool and fitness center are extremely tiny. Those who prefer to be in Johor’s city center and don’t mind paying a little more should consider KSL Hotel & Resort instead. The property can get crowded, but there’s more to look forward to in terms of hotel features and it’s attached to a shopping mall.
Located in Johor’s city center, KSL Hotel & Resort is a sprawling family-friendly property that’s attached to KSL City, a major mall with numerous options for shopping and dining. Plenty of entertainment features are found on-site, including a dinosaur-themed water park, so everything’s under one roof here. There’s also an outdoor pool and a gym, and several massage parlors can be found in the vicinity. Rooms are simple and functional, though there have been complaints about maintenance and housekeeping issues. Again, it’s a large hotel with lots to see and do, so crowds are unavoidable. If that’s not your scene, consider staying at the nearby Mutiara -- rates are lower and you'll find shopping and dining within walking distance as well.
Located in Johor’s city center, KSL Hotel & Resort is a sprawling family-friendly property that’s attached to KSL City, a major mall with numerous options for shopping and dining. Plenty of entertainment features are found on-site, including a dinosaur-themed water park, so everything’s under one roof here. There’s also an outdoor pool and a gym, and several massage parlors can be found in the vicinity. Rooms are simple and functional, though there have been complaints about maintenance and housekeeping issues. Again, it’s a large hotel with lots to see and do, so crowds are unavoidable. If that’s not your scene, consider staying at the nearby Mutiara -- rates are lower and you'll find shopping and dining within walking distance as well.
The upper-middle-range Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru is centrally located in Johor's business district, a six-minute walk from the Persada Convention Center. The nearby businesses, dining and shopping outlets, and theme parks are ideal for both leisure and business travelers. The 333 guest rooms feature modern and fresh decor along with amenities like flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. On-site dining includes two restaurants, a snack store, and lobby lounge. Additional features include an outdoor swimming pool with an adjacent shallow kids' pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and small spa. Meeting and event space is also available. Parking and breakfast cost extra. For a nearby alternative, travelers can also consider The Puteri Pacific Johor Bahru with similar features, plus squash courts, at a lower rate.
The upper-middle-range Doubletree By Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru is centrally located in Johor's business district, a six-minute walk from the Persada Convention Center. The nearby businesses, dining and shopping outlets, and theme parks are ideal for both leisure and business travelers. The 333 guest rooms feature modern and fresh decor along with amenities like flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. On-site dining includes two restaurants, a snack store, and lobby lounge. Additional features include an outdoor swimming pool with an adjacent shallow kids' pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and small spa. Meeting and event space is also available. Parking and breakfast cost extra. For a nearby alternative, travelers can also consider The Puteri Pacific Johor Bahru with similar features, plus squash courts, at a lower rate.
The four-pearl LEGOLAND Malaysia is one of the best hotels in the country for families, with its unique Lego play experiences and themed entertainment. Access to the adjacent amusement park isn't included in the rate, but guests do get early morning access, allowing them to beat the crowds after the free breakfast buffet. Other features include an outdoor pool, an Italian restaurant, and a sushi bar. Rooms have fun adventure, pirate, or kingdom themes, and all have separate kids' rooms with bunkbeds. Families looking for a more conventional option might want to check out the Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour, Johor, right on the waterfront.
The four-pearl LEGOLAND Malaysia is one of the best hotels in the country for families, with its unique Lego play experiences and themed entertainment. Access to the adjacent amusement park isn't included in the rate, but guests do get early morning access, allowing them to beat the crowds after the free breakfast buffet. Other features include an outdoor pool, an Italian restaurant, and a sushi bar. Rooms have fun adventure, pirate, or kingdom themes, and all have separate kids' rooms with bunkbeds. Families looking for a more conventional option might want to check out the Hotel Jen Puteri Harbour, Johor, right on the waterfront.
Renaissance Johor Bahru is an upscale business hotel set in Johor Bahru's Bandar Baru Permas Jaya. Surrounded by shop houses and small eateries, the hotel's location is considered remote as it's a 15-minute drive to the business district. Rooms are modern and come with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and comfortable beds, though there's a fee for in-room Wi-Fi (unless you sign up to become a Marriott member, which is free, but still a hassle). Club-level guests receive free refreshments and access to the exclusive lounge on the sixteenth floor. Hotel features include four dining outlets, an outdoor pool, and a well-equipped gym that's open 24/7. Guests may prefer Amari in downtown Johor; it's close to both offices and shopping, but there's only one restaurant on-site and it can get crowded.
Renaissance Johor Bahru is an upscale business hotel set in Johor Bahru's Bandar Baru Permas Jaya. Surrounded by shop houses and small eateries, the hotel's location is considered remote as it's a 15-minute drive to the business district. Rooms are modern and come with flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, and comfortable beds, though there's a fee for in-room Wi-Fi (unless you sign up to become a Marriott member, which is free, but still a hassle). Club-level guests receive free refreshments and access to the exclusive lounge on the sixteenth floor. Hotel features include four dining outlets, an outdoor pool, and a well-equipped gym that's open 24/7. Guests may prefer Amari in downtown Johor; it's close to both offices and shopping, but there's only one restaurant on-site and it can get crowded.
Citrus Hotel is a two-pearl property in downtown Johor, close to several shopping malls, dining spots, and even theme parks. The hotel is popular with both business visitors and leisure travelers, and it has simple, brightly colored rooms with amenities like air-conditioning and wall-mounted flat-screen TVs. Rates are reasonable here, though there are a few trade-offs. Features are quite slim -- particularly for non-club-level guests -- and parts of the hotel are looking run down. Also note that some rooms lack windows. A basic fitness center and restaurant for breakfast and lunch round out the features, in addition to a Club Lounge. Those who don't mind paying a little more and want access to hotel features like a pool can check out the nearby Puteri Pacific Johor Bahru instead.
Citrus Hotel is a two-pearl property in downtown Johor, close to several shopping malls, dining spots, and even theme parks. The hotel is popular with both business visitors and leisure travelers, and it has simple, brightly colored rooms with amenities like air-conditioning and wall-mounted flat-screen TVs. Rates are reasonable here, though there are a few trade-offs. Features are quite slim -- particularly for non-club-level guests -- and parts of the hotel are looking run down. Also note that some rooms lack windows. A basic fitness center and restaurant for breakfast and lunch round out the features, in addition to a Club Lounge. Those who don't mind paying a little more and want access to hotel features like a pool can check out the nearby Puteri Pacific Johor Bahru instead.
