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Thistle Johor Bahru

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a nightclub

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Outdoor pool
Pool
Property entrance
Breakfast area
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

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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

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About the area

Johor Bahru

Located in Central District, a neighbourhood in Johor Bahru, Thistle Johor Bahru is near the airport and on the waterfront. Johor Bahru City Square and AEON Tebrau City are worth exploring if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Johor Zoo and LEGOLAND® Malaysia. Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque and Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.

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 - ‬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 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.

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before noon
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

Couples wishing to share a room must provide proof of marriage
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
A car is required for transport to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply

Frequently asked questions

Does Thistle Johor Bahru have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. One of the swimming pools is closed seasonally each year from September 28 until December 31. The property will be renovating one of the swimming pools from September 27 2025 until September 30 2026 (completion date subject to change).

Is Thistle Johor Bahru pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Thistle Johor Bahru?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thistle Johor Bahru?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Thistle Johor Bahru?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Thistle Johor Bahru located?

Located in Central District, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque and Johor Zoo. Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple and Johor Bahru City Square are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

Thistle Johor Bahru Reviews

7.6

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness
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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Azmi

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

6/10 Okay

Nurul

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
good for family convenience location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shailesh

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

8/10 Good

CONSTANCE

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

10/10 Excellent

Md Shafiullah Bhuiyan

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

8/10 Good

Ian

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

10/10 Excellent

Bin Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Big pool for water recreation and excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Bin Madon

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

10/10 Excellent

Airina

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

10/10 Excellent

Weng Sheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet location. Great for families.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

PENG SOON

Liked: Staff & service
Overall ok convenient for a quiet stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quiet and spacious. Good for family with kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Adrian

Gomfy

Comfortable spacious
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wan Roselaily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room Seaview is ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Sriman

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Good location. Staffs were cooperative. Breakfast is decent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Muhammad Syafiq Bin

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
The comfort was amazing as I got a free upgrade to the suite. It’s just that the room needs a-bit more of maintenance in terms of the sink, some loose tiles. Other than that. It was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nizam

Liked: Staff & service
Clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mohd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near stadium
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Mansoor Bin

Liked: Staff & service
Quite , Easy Parking & Convenient. Minus: Swimming Pool have a musky smell Breakfast area shifted & inconvenience of table & chair arrangement
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and pretty view

View and room was great. Service were soso, not exactly the friendliest, but still not too bad. Microwave wasnt working in the room but cleanliness and comfort wise it is good for a short staycay!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Samsiah

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The management of Thistle Hotel should do some repair works like toilet door (which hardly to close) and cupboard with loose doors. But the plus point about Thistle Hotel is it has good staff, very polite and helpful. This is my personal opinion.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

LEONG FATT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall pleasant experience. Room is clean and bright. Breakfast is considered good but can be better
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Lukasz

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good stay

The room was large and spacious. Day view of the seaview room is pleasant. I found the standing shower area to be too small and the shower area also looked like ut needs some deep cleaning. Overall comfortable stay but I wished the bathroom was more sparkling clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Mazidah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You have very good staffs. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022