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Family Suite 1 King Bed & 1 Single Extra Bed only (2 Adult +2 Children)
775 square feet
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 2 children)
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Other room types
Executive Seaview Twin Room
Room with view
387 square feet
1 Twin Bed
Room sleeps 1 guest
(up to 1 child)
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Thistle Suite
Room with view
775 square feet
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Deluxe Seaview King Room
Room with view
387 square feet
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Executive King Room
Room with view
387 square feet
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Junior Suite
Room with view
775 square feet
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Executive Twin Room
Room with view
387 square feet
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Deluxe Twin Room
Room with view
344 square feet
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Executive Seaview King Room
Room with view
387 square feet
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Deluxe Seaview Twin Room
Room with view
387 square feet
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Deluxe King Room
Room with view
344 square feet
1 King Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Get an overview of this hotel
Luxury waterfront hotel near Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

Popular property highlights

Free WiFi
Business center
Laundry facilities
24-hour front desk
Concierge services

In the heart of Johor Bahru, Thistle Johor Bahru is within a 5-minute drive of Johor Zoo and Angry Birds Activity Park Johor Bahru. This luxury hotel is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque.

Make yourself at home in one of the 382 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Enjoy recreational amenities such as an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.

Grab a bite at Glass, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room. RV/bus/truck parking is available onsite.

Languages Spoken

  • English

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Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

In addition to a children's pool, Thistle Johor Bahru provides an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. The property also offers a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This 4.5-star property offers access to a business center and a meeting room. This luxury hotel also offers a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and gift shops/newsstands.

Thistle Johor Bahru has designated areas for smoking.

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Elevator
  • Fitness facilities
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Conference space
  • Business center
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Express check-out
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free WiFi
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Computer station
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Children's pool
  • RV, bus, truck parking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Terrace
  • Luggage storage
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Number of restaurants - 2
  • Concierge services
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Conference center
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Laundry facilities
  • Parking (limited spaces)
  • Total number of rooms - 382
  • Number of floors - 17
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Wedding services
  • Garden
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Children's pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Malay

Parking

RV, bus, truck parking , Parking (limited spaces)

Room Amenities

Thistle Johor Bahru offers 382 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

  • Air conditioning
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Free newspaper
  • Minibar
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Iron/ironing board
  • In-room safe
  • Desk
  • Turndown service
  • Free bottled water
  • Premium TV channels
  • Bidet
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Slippers
  • Satellite TV service
  • HDTV
  • Free WiFi
  • LCD TV
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels provided
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Number of bathrooms - 1
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste available

Where to Eat

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Glass - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Oasis - This poolside restaurant serves dinner only.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Nearby Things to Do

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

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

  • Pilates classes on site
  • Golfing nearby
  • Fitness classes on site
  • Yoga classes/instruction on site

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-out

Check-out time is noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets not allowed

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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash.

Car required

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Masks are compulsory at the property

Temperature checks are available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are not washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association

Staffed front desk

Social distancing measures are in place

Property follows regional sanitization guidelines Safe & Clean (Malaysia)

No cribs (infant beds) available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Parking height restrictions apply

Debit cards

Fees

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately MYR 40 for adults and MYR 20 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.

Hotel Names

  • Johor Bahru Thistle
  • Thistle Hotel
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We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

A car is required for transportation to and from this property.

Parking height restrictions apply.

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