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Thistle Johor Bahru

4.5 star property
Waterfront hotel with 2 restaurants and nightclub

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

View all photos for Executive Seaview King Room

View from room

Executive Seaview King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Club Lounge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Living room

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Club Lounge
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 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)

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Bidet
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Seaview Twin Room

Deluxe Seaview Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Bidet
Free bottled water
  • 36 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Executive King Room

Executive King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Bidet
Free bottled water
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Twin Room

Executive Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Bidet
Free bottled water
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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View from room

Executive Seaview Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Bidet
Free bottled water
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Thistle Suite

Thistle Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Bidet
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • 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

Deluxe King Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Seaview King Room

Deluxe Seaview King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
Bidet
Free bottled water
  • 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

View all photos for Studio Suite (Newly Renovated)

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

About the area

Johor Bahru

A luxury stay in the heart of Johor Bahru awaits you at Thistle Johor Bahru. Within a 30-minute stroll, you'll find Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque and Johor Zoo. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and a nightclub. .The restaurant, Glass, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym, steam room, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Business amenities include a meeting room, a conference centre, and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4.5-property class Central District hotel, you'll be 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple and 3.3 km (2 mi) from Johor Bahru City Square.

What's nearby

  • Johor Zoo - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Komtar JBCC - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Johor Bahru City Square - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • KSL City Mall - 5 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Restoran Yasin - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Vamos Coffee Roastery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Steps - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sedap Corner - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Thistle Johor Bahru

Waterfront hotel with 2 restaurants and nightclub
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.

  • 1 building
  • 382 guestrooms or units
  • 17 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
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.

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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

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash.

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

Johor Bahru Thistle
Thistle Hotel
Thistle Hotel Johor Bahru
Thistle Johor Bahru
Thistle Johor Bahru Hotel Johor Bahru
Thistle Johor Bahru Hotel
Thistle Johor Bahru Hotel
Thistle Johor Bahru Johor Bahru
Thistle Johor Bahru Hotel Johor Bahru

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Thistle Johor Bahru?

Thistle Johor Bahru offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Thistle Johor Bahru?

Yep, Thistle Johor Bahru has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Thistle Johor Bahru have a pool?

Thistle Johor Bahru has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The property will be renovating one of the swimming pools from September 27 2025 until September 30 2026 (completion date subject to change).

What luxury perks are available at Thistle Johor Bahru?

Thistle Johor Bahru features a nightclub, an outdoor pool and a steam room.

Does Thistle Johor Bahru serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is served daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Thistle Johor Bahru?

No, Thistle Johor Bahru does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Thistle Johor Bahru?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The dining venue is closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from September 28 until December 31. The property will be renovating its dining venue from September 27 2025 until September 30 2026 (completion date subject to change).

What time are check-in & check-out at Thistle Johor Bahru?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Thistle Johor Bahru?

No, pets are not allowed.

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

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Mouldy walls and smell
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yengling

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

10/10 Excellent

Azmi

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
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

Travelled 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 traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very Good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Daryl Keen Hoong

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

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