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10 Best Budget Hotels in Johor Bahru [2025]

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Budget Hotel Johor Bahru

Best Budget Hotel Johor Bahru
Best Budget Hotel Johor Bahru

If you’re looking for a great place to stay in Johor Bahru on a budget, look no further! These 10 Best Budget Hotels in Johor Bahru. From modern amenities to convenient locations, these hotels have everything you need for an enjoyable stay. So what are you waiting for? Book now and save!

1. Stella Hotel

Stella Hotel - Budget Hotel Johor Bahru
Stella Hotel – Budget Hotel Johor Bahru (Credit: Stella Hotel)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttps://www.agoda.com/stella-hotel_2/hotel/johor-bahru-my.html
AddressNo.8. Jalan Utama 2, Taman D Utama, Johor Bahru, Johor, Gelang Patah/Legoland, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, 81200

The Stella Hotel is a contemporary boutique hotel with minimalist design and décor. There are no fees for parking or Wi-Fi, so you may stay in touch and come and go as you please. This Hotel is conveniently located in the Gelang Patah/Legoland area of Johor Bahru, allowing you to easily access nearby attractions and diverse dining options. Before leaving, pay a visit to the well-known Legoland Malaysia.

Key Differentiators:

  • Affordable stay 
  • Great Value
  • Friendly Staff

Customer’s Review:

Everything is great. Water dispenser is provided in ground floor. If every room able to provide the hairdryer and tissue then would like excellent. Secondly, the light not so bright in washroom especially facing the mirror. Thirdly, the sound proof for each room not good. Overall very great with this price.

Tee

2. LSH Hotel

LSH Hotel - Budget Hotel Johor Bahru
LSH Hotel – Budget Hotel Johor Bahru (Credit: LSH Hotel)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttps://www.agoda.com/lsh-hotel/hotel/johor-bahru-my.html
Address45 Jalan Putra 1, Taman Sri Putra, Kempas, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, 81200

The LSH Hotel is a reasonably priced alternative. Each air-conditioned room at the 3-star hotel has free WiFi, a private bathroom, and a shared lounge area. The property offers free on-site parking. All rooms at the hotel are equipped with a desk and a flat-screen TV.

The LSH Hotel can accommodate tourists and travelers. It offers a variety of services to ensure your convenience. Smoking, Internet, Parking, and other amenities are among them.

Key Differentiators:

  • Awesome room
  • Good service
  • Value for money 

Customer’s Review:

Everything was good and please offer me same even better discount at least I will often check in and will invite my family and friends to stay here

Sulaiman

3. Ghazrin’s Classic Hotel

Ghazrin’s Classic Hotel - Budget Hotel Johor Bahru
Ghazrin’s Classic Hotel – Budget Hotel Johor Bahru (Credit: Ghazrin’s Classic Hotel’s Facebook)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/ghazrinsclassichotel/
AddressJalan Dataran Larkin 3, Larkin, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, 80350
Phone+60 18-952 4009
Emailghazrinclassichotel@gmail.com
Operating hoursAlways open

At the Ghazrin’s Classic Hotel JB, you may dine at the restaurant or stay in and take advantage of room service. Onsite free parking is available. Make yourself at home in one of the 15 air-conditioned rooms with refrigerators and flat screen televisions.

You’ll stay connected with free wireless Internet access and satellite programming for entertainment. Showers and complimentary toiletries are available in the bathrooms. Desks, coffee makers, and other conveniences are available, as well as cleaning every day.

Key Differentiators:

  • Great hotel bar
  • Good room service
  • Spacious rooms

Customer’s Review:

Its a classic budget hotel. We love to stay here reason being walking distance to Larkin Bus Terminal, and many eateries all within walking distances. Very fast checking in and out. Staffs always ready to assist you at any time.

Ruzila

4. Swiss-Inn Johor Bahru

Swiss-Inn Johor Bahru - Budget Hotel Johor Bahru
Swiss-Inn Johor Bahru – Budget Hotel Johor Bahru (Credit: Swiss-Inn Johor Bahru’s Facebook)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/SwissInnJohorBahru/
AddressLot 512, Jalan Syed Mohd Mufti 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 7-218 3333
Emailreservation@sijb.swissgarden.com
Operating hoursAlways open

Swiss-Inn Johor Bahru is the newest HIP edition of urban hospitality, located in the heart of Johor Bahru. The exterior and interior of this adorable little JB city scene symbolize bright and exuberant JB culture.

Swiss-Inn Johor Bahru features the Cosy Queen and Cosy Twin, as well as distinctive rooms such as the Cozy 2 Bedroom and branded Tatami 6 for single travelers, couples, families, and business men. The accommodation style is tailored for one, two, three, four, five or six people and features 6 distinct dynamic hues on each level.

Swiss-Inn Johor Bahru has a variety of restaurants and bars, as well as a health club and multi-purpose rooms (meeting and function) to cater for all dining, celebration, and event needs.

Key Differentiators:

  • Family-friendly
  • Thoughtful amenities
  • Romantic atmosphere

Customer’s Review:

Lovely and stylish, hip, trendy interior design, romantic ambience, room rate is good value for money

Angie Lan Yen

5. I Leaf Boutique Hotel

 I Leaf Boutique Hotel - Budget Hotel Johor Bahru
I Leaf Boutique Hotel – Budget Hotel Johor Bahru (Credit: I Leaf Boutique Hotel’s Facebook)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel, Inn
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/ileafdangabay/
AddressJalan Skudai Batu 4 1/2,Danga Bay 80200 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 7-236 3636
Operating hoursAlways open

I Leaf Boutique offers comfortable, modern and iconic room by their warm hospitality trained staffs.

I Leaf Boutique Hotel is located in Danga Bay, Johor Bahru, and provides free WiFi access and parking. It is only 5 kilometers from the city center, and it has regular shuttle buses to Legoland as well as Universal Studios Singapore.

All rooms are equipped with a sofa, cable TV, and air conditioning. A minibar is provided in each non-smoking room. The bathroom has both hot showers and toiletries. For ticketing and transportation arrangements, guests may visit the tour desk. Coin-operated washers and dryers are accessible in the lobby, as well as self-service facilities. The 24-hour front desk can also help with luggage storage, housekeeping, and other services.

Key Differentiators:

  • Cozy hotel
  • Helpful services
  • Great room for family

Customer’s Review:

The room / toilet very clean. The host so friendly and helpful. Love!

Farah

6. Shobi Hotel

Shobi Hotel - Budget Hotel Johor Bahru
Shobi Hotel – Budget Hotel Johor Bahru (Credit: Shobi Hotel)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttps://www.agoda.com/shobi-hotel/hotel/johor-bahru-my.html
AddressNo 22 & 24, Susur 1 Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, Johor Bahru City Center, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, 80300

Shobi Hotel, a 3-star property in Johor Bahru, provides 24-hour security and housekeeping. The hotel is close to Danga City Mall.

The rooms come with a flat-screen TV, satellite channels, coffee/tea making equipment, and a tiled floor. These units also feature tile floors. Hair dryers and towels are available in the bathrooms, which include a bidet and separate toilet.

The free parking and Wi-Fi are always accessible, so you may stay in touch and come and go as you please. Strategically positioned in the city center of Johor Bahru, allowing access to nearby attractions and views.

Key Differentiators:

  • Good deal for the money
  • Pleasant atmosphere
  • Great location

Customer’s Review:

Location good and staff very helpful

NOOR

7. Baguss City Hotel

Baguss City Hotel - Budget Hotel Johor Bahru
Baguss City Hotel – Budget Hotel Johor Bahru (Credit: Baguss City Hotel)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttps://www.agoda.com/baguss-city-hotel_4/hotel/johor-bahru-my.html
AddressNo. 49 Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Johor Bahru City Center, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, 80000

Baguss City Hotel is in Johor Bahru City Center, near to points of interest and fantastic dining options. In all rooms, there is free WiFi. On-site parking is free. All rooms at this 3-star hotel have cable TV. The property offers a variety of services to make your stay more pleasurable.

Key Differentiators:

  • Spacious and comfortable
  • Restaurant available 
  • Near to Shopping mall 

Customer’s Review:

Location near to shopping mall (about 2-3min walking distance) hence no issue if you want to look for foods

Suharin

8. Hotel CIQ

Hotel CIQ - Budget Hotel Johor Bahru
Hotel CIQ – Budget Hotel Johor Bahru (Credit: Hotel CIQ’s Facebook)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/hotelciq/
Address54 Jalan Lumba Kuda 80300 JB
Phone+6072222211
Emailciqhotelgroup@gmail.com
Operating hoursAlways open

Hotel CIQ, located in Central District, is a leisurely walk from attractions such as R&F Mall and the Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum. Each of the hotel’s 49 rooms comes with a coffee maker, an LCD TV, and free tea bags/instant coffee.

Free WiFi, 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels, and free toiletries will be available. Coffee machines, free toiletries, and free tea bags/instant coffee are all provided.

Hotel CIQ, Lumba Kuda offers free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and a meeting room. The front desk is open 24 hours every day.

Key Differentiators:

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Smart door lock gives you peace of mind
  • Free WiFi in rooms and public areas

Customer’s Review:

Comfortable, can see interesting scenery, friendly staff … the best is clean toilet… I love it… lol…

Khairina Kahar

9. Potpourri Boutique Hotel

Potpourri Boutique Hotel - Budget Hotel Johor Bahru
Potpourri Boutique Hotel – Budget Hotel Johor Bahru (Credit: Potpourri Boutique Hotel’s Facebook)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttp://potpourrihotel.com.my/
Address30 Jalan Kolam Air 2, Nong Chik Riverside 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 7-289 3800
Emailpotpourri.jb@gmail.com
Operating hoursAlways open

The name Potpourri comes from the art of perfuming a room with a combination of spices and dried spices in a bowl, signifying peace and calm.

The architecture and design of this home are in line with this, with excellent use of exposed wood beams in the building’s structure, as well as furniture with beautifully carved patterns. The area is also bathed in dull, subtle hues and lighted by warm lighting, adding to the sense of peace and tranquility.

The Potpourri Boutique Hotel is in a great location, as it is near to a variety of well-known sights, restaurants, and entertainment choices.

Key Differentiators:

  • Romantic ambience
  • Historic building
  • Great location

Customer’s Review:

Good location. 5 minutes drive to city centre and walking distance to a few good eating places. Friendly and courteous staff. Reasonable rate. Great value for money!

Fuad M Noor

10. Belllo Hotel

Belllo Hotel - Budget Hotel Johor Bahru
Belllo Hotel – Budget Hotel Johor Bahru (Credit: Belllo Hotel)
Key ServicesBudget Hotel
Websitehttp://belllohotel.com/
Address21 Jalan Meldrum 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 17-293 3866
Emailcontactus@belllohotel.com
Operating hoursAlways open

Belllo is strategically located in the city center of Johor Bahru, close to Johor Bahru’s CIQ and convenient for access to and from Singapore. To connect to the North South Highway for Kuala Lumpur’s capital city, there is easy access to Senai Airport and the Eastern Dispersal Link (EDL).

Belllo is a good choice for business travelers since it is located near major banks, government and administrative offices. Come and discover the fascinating cultural and historic atmosphere of Chinatown and Little India, which are only around the corner.

The area’s largest shopping malls, such as City Square and Komtar, are only a few minutes’ walk away. From 7 p.m., there is a colorful night market with delectable local gourmet specialties that will become a favorite spot for foodies.

Key Differentiators:

  • Great Location
  • Enjoy Fantastic Lifestyle 
  • Lasting impression that is memorable

Customer’s Review:

Nice and Cosy hotel. Love the interior design. Service was good and the staffs are friendly. Very near to city square. Will be there again. My friend loves the photos I took and decide to plan their next trip to stay there. Lol.

Tony Woon

Budget Hotel Johor Bahru

Budget Hotel Johor Bahru offers a great value for the money, with spacious and comfortable rooms, as well as a number of amenities that are available on-site. The hotel is in an excellent location, close to many points of interest and fantastic dining options.

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