List of Hotels in Johor Bahru

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Johor Bahru is a major city sitting on the southern tip of Peninsular Malaysia, directly across from the island city-state of Singapore. It is mostly a city of trade and business, enjoying a prosperous relationship with its southern neighbor. However, many wealthy Singaporeans look at Johor Bahru as a weekend getaway destination, so there is a thriving industry catering to that. Opportunities there include scuba diving excursions, windsurfing, fun at the beach and plenty of golf.

Mercure Johor Palm Resort and Golf Course

This hotel was formerly a Sofitel, and it remains a popular destination for Singaporeans who want to hop across the border for a golf holiday. The resort's golf course is a huge 54-hole facility. There are also tennis and squash courts, a bowling alley, an Olympic-sized outdoor swimming pool and children's entertainment area. The resort has four restaurants, and there is also a fitness center and spa. With so much on offer, the resort is more than a four-star hotel, but not quite a five-star.

Jalan Jumbo
81250 Johor Bahru
011 (+60) 75996000
www.mercure.com/gb/hotel-1713-mercure-johor-palm-resort-and-golf-previously-sofitel

Crystal Crown Hotel

This three-star hotel enjoys a convenient location between the major north-south highway and the airport, making it a natural for business travelers. It has a Japanese restaurant, bar, and 24-hour coffee shop. The fitness center is spacious and expansive.

117 Jalan Tebrau
80250 Johor Bahru
cchjb@crystalcrown.com.my
www.crystalcrown.com.my

Pulai Springs Resort

This three-star resort is another popular destination for Singaporeans looking for a weekend holiday. For golf, the resort offers two 18-hole USGA-class courses, plus a driving range. There are three outdoor pools: a lap pool, children's pool and a normal pool with rock surroundings. There is also an outdoor jacuzzi, a fitness center, spa and an in-house cinema. Adults will enjoy the library and reading room while kids will love the play center. Eateries include two cafes, three restaurants and a bar. Finally, the resort is adjacent to Pulai Desaru beach, a 13.5 stretch of white sand on the South China Sea.

Pulai Springs Resort
Jalan Pontian Lama
81110 Pulai, Johor
011 (+60) 75212121
www.pulaisprings.com

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