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Thistle Johor Bahru

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a nightclub

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

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 drapes

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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View from room

Executive Seaview King Room

  • 387 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Living room | LCD TV

Junior Suite

  • 775 sq ft
  • 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 drapes

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

  • 775 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Deluxe Seaview Twin Room

  • 387 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Executive King Room

  • 387 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Executive Twin Room

  • 387 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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View from room

Executive Seaview Twin Room

  • 387 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Thistle Suite

  • 775 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Twin Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe King Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Executive King Room with Sea View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive King Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

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

Deluxe King Room

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

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

Deluxe Seaview King Room

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe King Room (Newly Refurbished)

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Deluxe King Room With Seaview (Newly Refurbished)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe King Room With Seaview (Newly Refurbished)

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room (Newly Refurbished)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room (Newly Refurbished)

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room With Seaview (Newly Refurbished)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room With Seaview (Newly Refurbished)

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Studio Suite (Newly Renovated)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Studio Suite (Newly Renovated)

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Thistle Suite

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Johor Bahru

Located in Central District, Thistle Johor Bahru is within a mile (2 km) of popular sights such as Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque and Johor Zoo. This 382-room, 4.5-star hotel has 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Johor Zoo - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Komtar JBCC - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Johor Bahru City Square - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • KSL City Mall - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • JB Sentral - 8 min drive
  • Kranji Station - 9 min drive
  • Senai International Airport (JHB) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restoran Yasin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Vamos Coffee Roastery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Steps - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sedap Corner - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Thistle Johor Bahru

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a nightclub
Thistle Johor Bahru features a nightclub, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a gym, a steam room, and free WiFi in public areas.
LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, bathrobes, and slippers. Other amenities include minibars, electric kettles, and free newspapers.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a steam room and a fitness center.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck 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 center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • 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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately MYR 48 for adults and 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Couples must provide proof of marriage to share a room.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Johor Bahru Thistle
Thistle Hotel
Thistle Hotel Johor Bahru
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Thistle Johor Bahru?

Thistle Johor Bahru offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near Thistle Johor Bahru?

This hotel is situated in Central District, close to Johor Bahru City Square, KSL City Mall, and Komtar JBCC. You'll also find Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex and R&F Mall within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Thistle Johor Bahru?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Thistle Johor Bahru have a casino at the property?

No, Thistle Johor Bahru doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Thistle Johor Bahru?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Thistle Johor Bahru?

This waterfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a poolside restaurant.

Does Thistle Johor Bahru have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Thistle Johor Bahru have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Thistle Johor Bahru has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Thistle Johor Bahru allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Thistle Johor Bahru.

Does Thistle Johor Bahru have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Thistle Johor Bahru?

The closest major airport to Thistle Johor Bahru is Seletar Airport (XSP), which is 15 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is Senai International Airport (JHB), which is located 18.7 mi away (38-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Thistle Johor Bahru?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Thistle Johor Bahru.

Does Thistle Johor Bahru have a wedding venue on site?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Thistle Johor Bahru if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Thistle Johor Bahru Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 407 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 207 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 87 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1000 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yengling

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Azmi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good enviroment easy accessable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

CONSTANCE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good property for a family. Inconvenient location if you don’t have a vehicle.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Zainalabidin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Alvin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noormah Binte, Singapore

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

MOHD FAUZI BIN

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Could possibly get better quality room slippers and a some form of a bathrobe :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Bin Madon

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Refurbished room looks new. Service staff excellent. Breakfast spread pathetic..swimming pools need to be overhauled. Carparks neat a refreshed coat of painting. Carpark lifts need upgrading.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

LEE

Liked: Amenities
Agw
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Nurul

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
good for family convenience location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Tharumalingam

No
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Sazali

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Supposedly a good hotel but poorly maintained.

The toilet door is a sliding type. The bottom rail was not secured, thus the door can be dislodged if push hard causing a safety issue. The bath tub doubled as shower area but without shower curtain although there was a curtain railing. This causes the whole toilet wet and slippery after everytime we shower. Shower gel and shampoo need to be requested.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Siti

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amiera

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shailesh

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very Good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Daryl Keen Hoong

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
1. Some furnishing like the marble TV table top is cracked & chipped, this reduced the overall feel of the unit and may cause accidental cuts to hands. 2. There are 2 TVs but only 1 cable, and the channels reception is very poor. 3. A large breakfast area was exposed to direct sunlight, shades should be installed to provide comfort to guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Watson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

T S Tengku

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Md Shafiullah Bhuiyan

I am very happy for this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Airina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Housekeepers are very friendly n helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Adrian

Gomfy

Comfortable spacious
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

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