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4.0 out of 5

"Facilities: Above average; Value: Affordable; Service: Professional; " More

By Mohd on Tue 30 Dec 2014

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Hotel Description

A luxury stay in the heart of Johor Bahru awaits you at Thistle Johor Bahru. Within a 20-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 bar/lounge.

The restaurant, Glass, is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy the gym, kids' swimming pool, and pool loungers as well as access to fitness classes. Business amenities include a meeting room, a conference center, and a business center. Other amenities include free WiFi 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 RV/bus/truck parking.

With a stay at this 4.5-star Central District hotel, you'll be 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Johor Bahru Old Chinese Temple and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Sultan Ibrahim Building.

Deluxe Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$113* Per night/room 9 Apr. - 10 Apr.

Deluxe Seaview King Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

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

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Executive Seaview Twin Room

Bed Count 1 Twin Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Executive Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe King Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Thistle Johor Bahru ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

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Guest reviews for Thistle Johor Bahru

Everyone (1)
4 out of 5
Location: Just right
Facilities: Above average; Value: Affordable; Service: Professional;

Posted by on 30 Dec. 2014

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Property Features

Thistle Johor Bahru offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and a meeting room are available. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury Thistle Johor Bahru. 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
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge

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

Parking

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

Transport

  • Train station: JB Sentral (3.5 km / 2.2 mi)

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.

  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • HD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Electric kettle
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Bidet
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy 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 serves dinner only.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

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.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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.

  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Debit cards
  • Car required
  • Staffed front desk
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Property follows regional sanitisation guidelines Safe & Clean (Malaysia)
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • 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 does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety

Fees

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: 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)

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

Hotel Names

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You should know

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.