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Thistle Johor Bahru

4.5 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
Deluxe Twin Room | View from room
Daily buffet breakfast (MYR 48 per person)
Property entrance
In-room dining

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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Jalan Sungai Chat, Johor Bahru, Johor Bahru, Johor, 80720
  • Place, Johor Zoo
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Johor Bahru City Square
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, KSL City Mall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johor Bahru (JHB-Senai Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Executive Seaview King Room

  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Living room | LCD TV

Junior Suite

  • 72 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite 1 King Bed & 1 Single Extra Bed only (2 Adult +2 Children) | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Family Suite 1 King Bed & 1 Single Extra Bed only (2 Adult +2 Children)

  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Seaview Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Seaview Twin Room

  • 36 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Executive King Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Executive King Room

  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Executive Twin Room

  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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View from room

Executive Seaview Twin Room

  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Thistle Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Thistle Suite

  • 72 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Executive Twin Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Twin Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe King Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Executive King Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

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Deluxe King Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Seaview King Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Seaview King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe King Room (Newly Refurbished)

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe King Room With Seaview (Newly Refurbished)

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Twin Room (Newly Refurbished)

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Twin Room With Seaview (Newly Refurbished)

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Studio Suite (Newly Renovated)

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Thistle Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

Thistle Johor Bahru

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and nightclub
This hotel features 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool and a nightclub. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness centre, a bar/lounge and a poolside bar are on-site.
Thistle Johor Bahru offers 382 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a steam room and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Thistle Johor Bahru, you'll be within walking distance of Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus 2 restaurants.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking and Motorhome/coach/lorry parking
  • For dining with pool views, stop by Glass, one of the property's 2 restaurants
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, a steam room and a golf driving range
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Johor Zoo and a few minutes from Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque
Thistle Johor Bahru offers its guests a kids' pool, an outdoor pool, a steam room, and a fitness centre. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and a meeting room are available. A nightclub, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Thistle Johor Bahru. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Johor Bahru hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Glass – Overlooking the pool, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Oasis – This poolside restaurant only serves dinner.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: MYR 48 for adults and MYR 28 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Glass
  • Oasis

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 17 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Customers may be requested by the property to provide documentation of recent travel history (such as showing passport immigration stamps) and/or complete a health declaration.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 28 September 2025 to 9 September 2027 (dates subject to change).
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 28 September to 31 December:
  • One of the dining venues
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Business centre
  • Fitness facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
The property will be renovating from 27 September 2025 to 30 September 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues
  • One of the swimming pools
  • Bar/lounge
  • Business centre
  • Lift
  • Exterior
  • Fitness facilities
  • Front desk
  • Guestrooms
  • Hallway
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lobby
  • Meeting facilities
  • Parking area
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.
The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Children's pool
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness facility
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot springs
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Public bath
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Children's pool
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness facility
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot springs
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Public bath
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately MYR 48 for adults and from MYR 28 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Couples who want to share a room are obligated to provide proof of marriage.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Thistle Hotel
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