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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a building with large windows and a tower.

A spacious lobby with a central spiral staircase, comfortable seating areas, and artwork on display.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent tower and a ground-level building.

1. Perdana Kota Bharu

0.6 mi from Istana Batu

"I had a truly wonderful stay at Perdana Hotel Kota Bharu. From the moment I checked in, the hospitality was top-notch. The staff were incredibly welcoming, polite, and always ready to assist with a warm smile, making us feel right at home throughout our visit. The food at the hotel was another major highlight. Every meal was delicious, well-prepared, and featured a fantastic variety of local Kelantanese delicacies alongside international options. What truly sets this hotel apart, however, is...

Muhammad Imran Bin

£58

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large chandeliers, and a reception desk.

A modern, curved seating area with a central table, upholstered in light fabric, and a decorative ceiling feature.

A gym with multiple treadmills, a stair climber, and a row of exercise bikes.

An indoor swimming pool with a star-shaped design, surrounded by plants and a covered area with seating.

2. Renai Hotel Kota Bahru (formerly known as The Grand Renai Hotel)

1.5 mi from Istana Batu

Maimunah

£44

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area with patterned chairs, and a modern chandelier.

A variety of packaged food items on shelves and a counter, including snacks, condiments, and beverages.

A colorful building with a sign for "WISMA KOOP GURU" and "Salaam Suite Hotel".

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, a flat-screen TV, and a small plant on a shelf.

3. Salaam Suites Hotel

0.6 mi from Istana Batu

Anonymous traveller

£19

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and potted plants.

A modern restaurant with a central buffet area, black and red decor, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A multi-story hotel with a distinctive architectural design, featuring a central arched window and multiple balconies.

4. Crystal Lodge

0.4 mi from Istana Batu

David

£35

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern multi-story building with a flat facade, large windows, and decorative vertical elements.

A compact kitchen with a sink, a microwave, and a small countertop. There are bottles of water and a plate with food on the counter.

A compact kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a sink, and a countertop.

A long, narrow hotel corridor with doors on both sides and a tiled floor.

5. AL-Aidid Homestay

0.3 mi from Istana Batu

Swee Guan

£26

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard, featuring a large entrance and a parking area with cars.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with white sofas, and a large pillar.

A pool area with a clear view of the pool, surrounding lounge area, and a building with large windows.

An outdoor event space with white doors adorned with greenery, tables set for an event with purple sashes, and a backdrop with pink drapes.

6. Grand Riverview Hotel

0.3 mi from Istana Batu

Azmee

£38

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a small desk with a chair, a kitchenette, and a bathroom door.

A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a mix of glass and concrete facades.

A kitchen with a microwave, kettle, sink, and decorative flowers on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a sink, countertop, and a small trash bin.

7. CyberApartment Kota Bharu

0.3 mi from Istana Batu

fathilatul zakimi

£24

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

A hotel entrance with a green awning, a bicycle parked outside, and a sign indicating the name.

A two-story building with a green awning, a covered entrance, and a seating area with wooden benches and tables.

A long, narrow hallway with pink walls and white tiled floors.

8. Hotel O Green Mango @ Sri Cemerlang

0.6 mi from Istana Batu

Anonymous traveller

£13

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A swimming pool with a glass enclosure and a wooden deck.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, TV, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern lobby with black and grey furniture, a central round table, and decorative wall art.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

9. Troika Kota Bharu by Salaam Suites

0.8 mi from Istana Batu

Joseph

£48

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a small table with a plant.

A conference room with a long wooden table, six brown leather chairs, red curtains, a projector screen, and a clock on the wall.

A hotel lobby with leather sofas, a coffee table with magazines, and a laptop on the table.

A hotel facade with balconies, a sign for 'Flora Place Hotel', and a 'Flora Bay' sign.

10. Flora Place Hotel

0.4 mi from Istana Batu

Chin Tho

£22

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A modern kitchen with a microwave, sink, and countertop. There is a dark partition with cutouts, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A multi-story building with a prominent sign reading "KBCP Kota Bharu City Point".

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a small countertop.

A compact kitchen with a sink, a coffee maker, a small refrigerator, and a white chair.

11. Best Studio Guest House

0.3 mi from Istana Batu

Tan Poo

£18

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

A large indoor market with multiple stalls selling various goods.

A conference room with a long table and chairs.

A hotel building with multiple floors, balconies, and a prominent sign.

12. Tune Hotels - Kota Bharu City Centre

1.1 mi from Istana Batu

siti salmor

£19

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A beach with a road running parallel to it, lined with buildings and parked cars.

A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring balconies and large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a headboard, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A restaurant with a long counter, multiple tables, and chairs.

13. Crown Garden Hotel

0.4 mi from Istana Batu

Azwaniza

£46

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a large floral arrangement, and a seating area with leather couches.

A modern hotel lobby with a black leather sofa, wooden paneling, and a view of the street through large windows.

A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a phone, and a window with curtains.

A modern elevator with a metallic interior and a digital display showing 'M'.

14. Hotel Bintang Indah

0.1 mi from Istana Batu

Mr Unhappy

£28

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A seating area with wooden furniture, including sofas and a table, in a room with glass doors leading to another space.

A hotel with a purple sign, parked cars, and a visible storefront.

A hotel room with two single beds, a painting on the wall, an air conditioning unit, and a power outlet.

The exterior of Suria Hotel with a prominent sign, a glass entrance, and potted plants in front.

15. Suria Hotel Kota Bharu

0.3 mi from Istana Batu

AZIZ

£14

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A room with two single beds, each with a wooden headboard and a green and orange patterned bedspread. There is a window with green and white curtains, and the room has a tiled floor.

A building with a sign for Sri Cemerlang Baru Lodge. There are parked cars in front.

A room with two beds, each with a different patterned bedspread.

A waiting area with wooden benches, a wall-mounted television, and electrical outlets.

16. Sri Cemerlang Lodge

0.6 mi from Istana Batu

Anonymous traveller

£12

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern lobby with marble walls, potted plants, and a bench.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a mirror, and a green sofa.

A children's play area with a slide, a swing, and a small seating area.

17. Hotel Ma'Wa Kota Bharu

0.4 mi from Istana Batu

£28

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A reception area with a counter, chairs, and a bench.

The exterior of Azam Hotel with a clear entrance, glass doors, and a visible signboard.

A long, narrow hallway with cream-colored walls and a tiled floor.

A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and red pillows, a small bedside table with a TV, and a green curtain on the window.

18. Hotel O Kota Bharu Near War Museum Formerly Azam Hotel

0.3 mi from Istana Batu

KOICHI

£11

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A bathroom with a white sink, toilet, and dark tiled shower.

19. One Bedroom Troika Kota Bharu by AGhome

0.8 mi from Istana Batu

£47

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern hotel bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a view of the cityscape through the window.

A lobby with leather sofas, a marble coffee table, and a reception desk.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a coffee shop on the ground floor, and a car parked in front.

A conference room with a long table, chairs, water bottles, and a vase of flowers.

20. Royal Guest House RGH

< 0.1 mi from Istana Batu

£54

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Istana Batu

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Perdana Kota Bharu	8.6 Excellent 587 reviews	View
Renai Hotel Kota Bahru (formerly known as The Grand Renai Hotel)	8.4 Very good 354 reviews	View
Salaam Suites Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews	View
Crystal Lodge	8.6 Excellent 107 reviews	View
AL-Aidid Homestay	8.8 Excellent 43 reviews	View

Top Istana Batu Hotel Reviews

Grand Riverview Hotel

8/10 Good

"Room is not properly cleaned and hotel room is old."

Crystal Lodge

8/10 Good

"Clean and spacious family room. Breakfast buffet was impressive. AC was not strong enough, took many hours to cool the room down and didn’t ever really get cool. Gym could be updated and improved. Staff was friendly and helpful."

Troika Kota Bharu by Salaam Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Apartment was great. Washing machine not so great. Great location for food and transport. 24 hr e-mart at the front of the building. Coffee shops and restaurants close."

ibis Styles Kota Bharu

8/10 Good

"Clean room with basic amenities. Breakfast was simple with western and local selections."

Perdana Kota Bharu

10/10 Excellent

"My husband and I stayed for one night at the Perdana kota Bharu after a missed flight. It is our first time in this city. Upon arrival, we were impressed with the amazing service provided by Mrs Zuriati. She went above and beyond , upgraded our room and provided such kind and thoughtful service. She accompanied us to our room and made sure we were comfortable. The room we stayed in was new, very clean with a modern bathroom , pool view and all amenities , including a prayer mat. The breakfast buffet was really varied, including local and western dishes. We got to try local dishes such as Akok. The hotel is about 15 min from the airport so it is very practical. Overall , this was a great surprise. Thank you again Zuriati for your kindness and great service ! I will stay at the perdana when I come back to kota bharu."

Other attractions near Istana Batu

Handicraft Village and Craft Museum

7.8/10 (8 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Handicraft Village and Craft Museum in Kota Bharu. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

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Istana Jahar

7.8/10 (9 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Istana Jahar during your trip to Kota Bharu. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

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Kampung Kraftangan

7.4/10 (6 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kampung Kraftangan in Kota Bharu. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

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Muhammadi Mosque

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting Muhammadi Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kota Bharu. Make some time to visit the temples while you're in the area.

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Muzium Islam

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Muzium Islam during your trip to Kota Bharu. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

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Padang Merdeka

8.0/10 (10 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Kota Bharu when you spend time at Padang Merdeka. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

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Street Art

Enjoy an outing to Street Art during your stay in Kota Bharu. Make some time to visit the temples while you're in the area.

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Siti Khadijah Central Market

8.2/10 (76 reviews)

During your visit to Kota Bharu, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Siti Khadijah Central Market. Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's museums.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Istana Batu?

Istana Batu is located in an area of Kota Bharu known for its major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 65 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Istana Batu?

Adjacent to Istana Batu, Grand Riverview Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other good choices close by include ibis Styles Kota Bharu and Crystal Lodge.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Istana Batu?

Expedia has 65 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Istana Batu.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Istana Batu, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Istana Batu.

What can I see and do near Istana Batu?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Muzium Negeri Kelanta or Kampung Kraftangan. Create some family memories at Street Art and Cultural Centre. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Padang Merdeka, Pulau Renjuna and Pulau Beluru.

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Our top choices for Istana Batu hotels

1. Perdana Kota Bharu

2. Renai Hotel Kota Bahru (formerly known as The Grand Renai Hotel)

3. Salaam Suites Hotel

4. Crystal Lodge

5. AL-Aidid Homestay

6. Grand Riverview Hotel

7. CyberApartment Kota Bharu

8. Hotel O Green Mango @ Sri Cemerlang

9. Troika Kota Bharu by Salaam Suites

10. Flora Place Hotel

11. Best Studio Guest House

12. Tune Hotels - Kota Bharu City Centre

13. Crown Garden Hotel

14. Hotel Bintang Indah

15. Suria Hotel Kota Bharu

16. Sri Cemerlang Lodge

17. Hotel Ma'Wa Kota Bharu

18. Hotel O Kota Bharu Near War Museum Formerly Azam Hotel

19. One Bedroom Troika Kota Bharu by AGhome

20. Royal Guest House RGH

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Top Istana Batu Hotel Reviews

Grand Riverview Hotel

Crystal Lodge

Troika Kota Bharu by Salaam Suites

ibis Styles Kota Bharu

Perdana Kota Bharu

Other attractions near Istana Batu

Handicraft Village and Craft Museum

Istana Jahar

Kampung Kraftangan

Muhammadi Mosque

Muzium Islam

Padang Merdeka

Street Art

Siti Khadijah Central Market

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