Thistle Johor Bahru

Celebrated as a crisp, efficient business-resort hotel, it exudes style and luxury infused with Malaysian hospitality. The savvy business traveller understands these qualities simply as a tradition of the hotel chain. The first encounter with luxury starts in the lobby. From pastel-coloured sunrise to glorious sunsets, the four-storey high, glass-panelled lounge is the perfect vantage point for a panoramic vista of the Straits of Johor and the northern coastline of neighbouring Singapore. The hotel, which has 406 rooms in total, features air conditioning, 24-hour reception, a hotel safe, currency exchange facility, a restaurant, 24-hour room service and a laundry service. Parking facilities are available to guests arriving by car.

Panoramic views of the Johor Bahru skyline greet guests from the elegant rooms, which feature a king-size, double or two twin beds with plush linens and duvets, en suite bathroom with marble bath, satellite/cable TV, a minibar, tea/coffee making facilities, an ironing set, safe deposit box and work desk. Deluxe amenities include Internet access, soft bathrobes and daily newspaper delivered to the door.

The Café offers a culinary feast from à la carte selections to sumptuous buffets with a tranquil garden and pool view through the floor-to-ceiling glass wall. It is also a perfect venue for a casual weekend or holiday afternoon rendezvous with high tea being served on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.

Edes Spa at the hotel health centre offers a two-level outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and separate male/female locker rooms. Massage treatments, a sauna, Jacuzzi and other spa treatments including mud bath and silk wraps are also on offer. Tennis courts and a gym also feature.

From Sultan Ismail Airport, turn left at the end of Senai Airport Highway, passing Gelang Patah & Pontian Intersection, Skudai town and Tampoi Town. Upon reaching Bandar Baru Uda, turn left for Jalan Straits View after having passed the Petronas Station and a few rows of shophouses. From Jalan Straits View, turn left for Jalan Sungai Chat where the hotel is located.